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Membership The INMO is Ireland's largest professional nursing and midwifery trade union and association, with members across all areas of the health service. We offer support and services that are designed specifically for your professions and your career, and which are provided by a team of experts in the professional and industrial issues that affect your working life.
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Financial support for members attending the 2026 ICN Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse Network Conference.

The INMO Executive Council will provide assistance (to a maximum of €2,000) subject to criteria laid down by the Executive Council for two INMO members who may wish to travel to the 14th International Council of Nurses (ICN) Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse Network Conference.

Most overcrowded February on record for Irish hospitals

The INMO has stated that 11,595 patients were treated without a hospital bed in February 2026, making it the worst February on record for hospital overcrowding.

Maternity Strategy can’t be realised with unsafe staffing

Ahead of an Oireachtas Health Committee hearing reviewing the National Maternity Strategy 2016-2026, the INMO has called for safe midwife staffing that incudes the full roll out of BirthRate Plus to be implemented.

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6th March 2026

Ladies Lounge

Women's Health

The Richmond Education and Event Centre

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11

11th March 2026

Retirement Planning Seminar

The Richmond Education and Event Centre

Mar

14

14th March 2026

Operating Department Nurses Section Conference

6.0 NMBI CEUs

Clayton Hotel, Ballybrit, Galway

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Representative training for your workplace

INMO rep training equips members with the knowledge, skills and confidence to represent and support members in the workplace. INMO reps are a vital resources for nurses and midwives in their own workplaces, and help INMO officials understand the issues affecting their professions locally and nationally.

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International Nurses and Midwives

The INMO plays a crucial role in supporting internationally educated nurses and midwives who are currently working or are seeking to work in Ireland. We provide a range of services to ensure our international nurses and midwives are equipped to transition smoothly into the Irish healthcare system.

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INMO Sections

The INMO has established Sections for each specialist area of nursing and midwifery, providing updates and training and networking opportunities that are relevant to your area of nursing and midwifery.

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The INMO has a dedicated information office on hand to provide expert advice on employment issues.

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