Concerns that may trigger NMC investigation
The scope of concerns that may lead to an investigation by the Nursing and Midwifery Council can span both misconduct and health-related matters.
When considering the ‘fitness to practise’ of a midwife, nurse or nursing associate, the following could all lead to further investigation, and will all be considered in the context of the ability to do one’s job and keep patients safe:
- Misconduct of any kind
- Incompetence in the role
- Health concerns
- Criminal cautions or convictions (very dependent on the nature of these)
- Determination by other Health & Social Care organisations and investigations
- Not having the necessary knowledge of English language to communicate with colleagues and patients
Due to the vast array of evidence that could require collecting and examining, the investigation is likely to be the longest stage of the process. They will need to gain a complete view of the context and individual, find any CCTV footage or medical records and speak with the complainant and any other witnesses.
Our team will work behind the scenes throughout this all to ensure the most robust defence possible.
Legal Support from Regulatory Solicitors
Our award-winning, experienced Regulatory Solicitors are well aware of the anxieties that surround NMC investigations and understand that there can be a lot at stake. This is why they will work with you from the outset to understand the situation and develop a strategy to best deal with the NMC throughout their investigation.
From representation at the police station, accompanying you to an interview under caution and advising on the process to providing representation at trial or inquest if necessary, you can put your trust in our team.
If a Fitness to Practise investigation goes to hearing, you can rely on Rachel Fletcher and her team to present the case, call witnesses and help to prepare statements and formal responses or documentation where required.
We take pride in our strategic approach to finding the best possible outcome, and it really does help if we are on board from the earliest stage of an NMC investigation.
As soon as you find out or if you suspect that you will face investigation by the regulator, we strongly advise you make contact with our reliable and down to earth team.