Nursing News
GRNMA NATIONAL COUNCIL MUST ACT ON CONCERNED NURSES’ PETITION, RESCIND DECISION TO RAISE NURSES’ LEVY
It’s been three weeks since the National Executive Committee of the GRNMA wrestled a motion through its national delegates conference in Cape Coast to raise the Association Dues, Building Levy and Trust Fund contributions of nurses by some outrageous percentage margins of 25%, 100% and 150% respectively.
While the move has since been condemned by many concerned nurses across the country, who have demonstrated their disappointments via various media reports, a section of the leadership of the association have branded such members as ‘non-discerning’ and are determined to carry on with the increments.
On the heels of the unending outburst of anger and disdain for what came as a shocking decision by the leadership, few attempts have been made by individuals and teaming concerned groups of nurses alike to petition the National Council to suspend the resolution of the delegates conference outright until such an opportune time that it would be fair and appropriate to consider an increment.
The Coalition of Concerned Nurses and Midwives on Tuesday, 12th December, 2017 presented a petition to the National Council of the Association to suspend the decision of the delegates conference concerning the increments in the said levies. In a communique by the PRO of the coalition, it was disclosed that the number of signatures collected and presented in support of the petition so far was 4,745.
These signatures were beside those that were yet to be assembled for later submission. The petition was submitted ahead of a National Council meeting anticipated to be held within the week. Articles 10 (12) and 42 (8) of the GRNMA constitution confers upon the National Council the power to intervene in such matters of urgency by a consent of two thirds (2/3) membership of council present.
Perhaps this is a chance for the leadership to fix the broken relationship with the aggrieved members of the association by revoking the increment decision, admitting that they had erred in making such a reckless move in the first place, and by rendering an unqualified apology to members.
This would not be the first time that a coalition of concerned members have emerged from a prominent labour union in Ghana, and the consequences could be far-reaching for the association as history suggests. In the spirit of accountable, selfless and servant leadership, it is only proper that the National Council exercises the powers bestowed upon it by the association’s constitution and restore calm among nurses in the country.
Tetteh J. Zutah
Email: tjzpojoba@gmail.com
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GHANA, GRENADA SIGN NURSE RECRUITMENT DEAL – APPLICATIONS OPEN OCT 24-28, 2025
The Government of Ghana has signed an agreement with the Government of Grenada for the recruitment of nurses. Applications are sought from experienced, dynamic and committed individuals for a challenging yet highly rewarding professional opportunity in Grenada.
The following specialties are needed:
- Critical Care Nurses
- Accident and Emergency Nurses
- Public Health Nurses
- General Nurses
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCES
(i) The Applicant should meet the regulatory requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana,
(ii) Applicants should have at least five (5) years working experience.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Each Applicant is required to provide the following:
- Original two (2) Photocopies of nursing academic certificate
- Original two (2) Photocopies of certificate of good standing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Current and Previous appointment
- Original two (2) Photocopies of certificate of criminal record from the Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service covering the immediate past six (6) months,
- Original two (2) Photocopies of certificate of change of name where applicable,
- Original two (2) Photocopies immunization certificate,
- Original two (2) Photocopies of the Birth Certificate,
- Two (2) copies of an up-to-date curriculum vitae,
- Two (2) reference letters dated within the last six (6) months,
- An endorsed recent passport size photograph with white background,
- Biodata page of passport with two (2) years validity,
- Application Form,
- Any other relevant document.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Application starts from Friday, 24th October 2025 and ends on Tuesday, 28th October 2025. Applicants are to apply through the Ministry of Health’s Recruitment Portal, https://hr.moh.gov.gh or email : mohhrhd@moh.gov.gh
Candidates are required to submit all the necessary documents including certified copies of qualifications and professional registration on the day of the scheduled interview. Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged
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Scotland NHS Recruiting International Nurses
NHS Highland has announced that they are seeking experienced international nurses for a permanent position at Caithness General Hospital in Wick.
The role is within the Rosebank Ward, which is described as a busy acute admission ward featuring a three-bedded high dependency unit. This position is specifically for international nurses who are required to sit and pass their OSCE exam to obtain full NMC registration. Note that this post is not open to candidates who already hold full NMC registration.
The NHS Highland as part of this exciting opportunity we will support you through a fully funded in-house, person-centred education programme to prepare for your NMC Test of Competence Part 2 (OSCE) exam and obtain your full UK NMC registration. A preparatory OSCE Education Programme will be delivered by the North of Scotland International Recruitment team in collaboration with NHS Highland.
Candidates are required to have successfully undertaken the Test of Competence Part 1 (CBT) and must meet the necessary English language requirements for their NMC application. It was also specified that applicants must have twelve months of validity remaining on both of these certificates.
Successful candidates will begin as a Band 4 Pre-Registration (International) Nurse and will then progress to a Band 5 Registered Nurse upon obtaining their registration. Interested candidates can apply here.
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Ministry of Health Postpones Media Engagement on Unpaid Salaries
The Ministry of Health has postponed its planned Media Engagement on “Unpaid Salaries and Other Related Human Resource Issues.” The session, which was originally scheduled for Wednesday, 8th October 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Ministry of Health, Ridge, will no longer take place as planned.
In a notice shared on social media, the Ministry’s Public Relations Unit informed all media houses and stakeholders that the engagement has been postponed until further notice. The Ministry added that a new date will be communicated in due course and sincerely regrets any inconvenience the change may cause.
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