Support for Employers from the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
Did you know that the NMC offers a range of support to help employers manage concerns about nursing practice?
The NMC is the independent regulator for nurses and midwives across the UK, and nursing associates in England. You can sign up to their newsletters to stay up to date with the latest news, guidance, and support available; scan the QR code to sign up.
Need Advice? Try the Employer Link Service
If you have concerns about a nurse’s Fitness to Practise, or you’re unsure whether a referral is needed, the NMC’s Employer Link Service (ELS) is here to help.
Call: 020 7462 8850 (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)
Email: employerlinkservice@nmc-uk.org
You can also request a call back at a time that suits you if you need to speak confidentially.
Did you know: Around one third of enquiries to the advice line result in advice that a referral is not required?
Meet Your Regional ELS Adviser
Sana Din is the newly appointed ELS Adviser for the North West and Isle of Man.
Sana’s role is to:
• Focus on increasing awareness of ELS to the independent health and social care
sector, particularly nursing homes
• Share practical tools and resources
• Raise awareness of the support available to nurses, witnesses and those involved
in making referrals
• Deliver FREE tailored learning sessions for employers, managers and registrants
If your team would benefit from a learning session or further information, Sana would be delighted to hear from you at: sana.din@nmc-uk.org
Helpful Resources
The NMC has developed a range of resources specifically for employers in social care, helping you to confidently manage concerns. Please scan the QR code for more information.
Looking Ahead
The NMC is keen to ensure that employers in independent social care have access to the same support as those in the national health service and larger healthcare providers.
Don’t hesitate to reach out—early advice can make all the difference.
