NMC Issues Strong Warning to Nurses Against Unprofessional Conduct on Social Media

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana has issued a stern public notice addressing the alarming rise of unprofessional conduct among nursing and midwifery students, midwives, and practitioners on social media. The Council highlights disturbing social media publications and videos involving trainees, nurses, and midwives that depict conduct grossly unprofessional and in direct contravention of the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct governing the Nursing and Midwifery professions.

The Council expresses significant concern regarding several key issues:

• The misuse of the Nursing and Midwifery uniform in the creation of social media content that purports to educate the public or fellow practitioners without due authorization.
• The use of abusive, derogatory, and offensive language directed at leadership and other stakeholders.
• The dissemination of misleading or unverified health information under the guise of professional advice.

The Nursing and Midwifery Council wishes to remind all students and practitioners that the Nursing and Midwifery professions are founded on the principles of integrity, respect, professionalism, and ethical responsibility. The Council emphasizes that any conduct undermining these values not only tarnishes the image of the profession but also erodes public trust in the healthcare system.

Furthermore, the Council reiterates that it holds the exclusive mandate to accredit institutions and license individuals to practice as Nurse Assistants, Nurses, and Midwives in Ghana. Consequently, no individual or group is permitted to provide public education or professional guidance under the guise of the Council without prior approval or accreditation.

All students and practitioners are hereby cautioned to desist from engaging in any form of unprofessional conduct, particularly on social media platforms. The Council warns that it will not hesitate to invoke the necessary disciplinary measures, including suspension or revocation of licenses, against any individual found culpable of breaching the professional Code of Conduct.

The Council urges all stakeholders to uphold the dignity and sanctity of the Nursing and Midwifery professions and to report any such misconduct to the Council for appropriate action.

Issued by:

The Registrar

Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana

October 6, 2025