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Safe staffing The INMO is determined to make safe staffing happen in Irish healthcare. We campaign for the full implementation of the Framework for Safe Staffing and Skills Mix in Nursing, and the National Maternity Strategy, in order to ensure the best possible care in our facilities and the best possible working conditions for our members.
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Update following meeting with HSE

The HSE had invited us to meet with them on Monday morning to discuss the substantive issues of the notified dispute. As you are aware, the issues you were balloted on were in respect of staffing and the process by which staffing levels are arrived at...

Contingency planning for our upcoming work-to-contract/rule

A delegation from the INMO met with the HSE yesterday to discuss contingency planning for our upcoming work-to-contract/rule, due to begin on March 31st.

Details of industrial action

Last Thursday we let you know that we intended to serve notice for industrial action on the Health Service Executive and Section 38 Voluntary Hospitals. We confirm that this notice was served.

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27th March 2025

New Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing and Midwifery Practice

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The Richmond Education and Event Centre

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28

28th March 2025

The Nurse’s Role in Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults

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The Richmond Education and Event Centre

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01

1st April 2025

Introduction to Management and Leadership Skills for Nurses and Midwives

3.0 NMBI CEUs

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The INMO plays a crucial role in supporting internationally educated nurses and midwives who are currently working and 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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