The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana has expressed worry over what it describes as “grossly unprofessional” behaviour by some student-nurses, midwives, and practitioners on social media.
A statement dated October 6, 2025, and signed by the Registrar, Philomena Wooley, said it has observed a growing trend of disturbing online publications and videos involving nurses and midwives that contravene the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct governing the profession.
“The attention of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana has been drawn to a series of disturbing social media publications and videos involving Trainees, Nurse Assistants, Nurses and Midwives. These publications and videos depict conduct that is grossly unprofessional,” it said.
The Council noted that it is particularly alarmed by the misuse of the nursing and midwifery uniform in social media content that claims to educate the public or fellow practitioners without official authorization.
It also condemned the use of “abusive, derogatory and offensive language directed at leadership and other stakeholders,” as well as the “dissemination of misleading or unverified health information under the guise of professional advice.”
According to the Council, such conduct not only undermines the principles of the nursing and midwifery professions but also erodes public confidence in the health system.
“The Council wishes to remind all Students and Practitioners that the Nursing and Midwifery professions are grounded in the principles of integrity, respect, professionalism and ethical responsibility. Any conduct that undermines these values not only tarnishes the image of the profession but also erodes public trust in the healthcare system,” it cautioned.
It emphasised that it remains the sole body mandated to accredit institutions and license individuals to practice as nurse assistants, nurses, and midwives in Ghana.
“All students and practitioners are hereby cautioned to desist from engaging in any form of unprofessional conduct, particularly on social media platforms. The Council will not hesitate to apply the necessary disciplinary measures, including suspension or revocation of licenses, against individuals found culpable of breaching the professional Code of Conduct.
“The Nursing and Midwifery Council further urged all stakeholders to uphold the dignity and sanctity of the profession and to report any misconduct to the Council for prompt action,” it added.
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