The NMC code: conduct, performance and ethics

Nursing Times 107(37):p 12-14, September 20, 2011.

Nurses and midwives can use the NMC code to guide and support daily practice

In this article…

How the NMC code aims to safeguard the health and wellbeing of the public
How nurses and midwives should use the code to guide their daily practice
How the code, alongside other NMC standards, guidance and advice, can be used as a tool to support development

Author

Jan Goldsmith is assistant director, standards (nursing) at the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Abstract

Goldsmith J (2011) The NMC code: conduct, performance and ethics. Nursing Times; 107: 37,12-14.

The Code: Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics for Nurses and Midwives is a set of key principles that should underpin the practice of all nurses and midwives, and remind them of their professional responsibilities. It is not just a tool used in fitness-to-practise cases - it should be used to guide daily practice for all nurses and midwives. Alongside other standards, guidance and advice from the NMC, the code should be used to support professional development.