NIPEC

05/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us this week at our Quality Excellence Framework (QEF) session in Antrim. A great enthusiastic group, espeically on a Monday morning! So many good ideas! Check out the QEF Framework https://nipec.hscni.net/quality-excellence-framework/

05/03/2026

The new regional Learning and Development matrix is there to support nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers to find out about the most appropriate learning and development opportunities by signposting to various resources. See https://nursingandmidwiferycareersni.hscni.net/learning-development-framework/learning-and-development-matrix/

04/03/2026

Wanting to find out more about specialising in within a chosen area or field during your career? Service Specific Career Pathways outline additional competencies (knowledge, skills and behaviours) for roles (at each level of practice) within a specific clinical area/service. See https://nursingandmidwiferycareersni.hscni.net/career-pathways/service-specific-career-pathways/

03/03/2026

Are you a Nursing or Midwifery Manager planning your team’s learning needs? Our Learning Needs Analysis Guide & Tool will help you do this. Smarter Planning. Confident Teams. Improved Patient Outcomes. Check it out https://nursingandmidwiferycareersni.hscni.net/learning-development-framework/workforce-planning/

18/02/2026

Applying for a new job or prepping for an interview? NIPEC’s HSC Application and Interview Guidance is here to help you shine. Boost your confidence, strengthen your application, and level up your career.. Explore now and take your next step. https://nursingandmidwiferycareersni.hscni.net/learning-development-framework/continuous-professional-development/applications-interviews/
Read more about it https://nipec.hscni.net/applying-for-a-new-job-or-getting-ready-for-an-interview/

17/02/2026

🗣️ The Department recently hosted an Advanced Midwifery Practice Workshop involving a wide range of stakeholders to support the ongoing development of the Advanced Midwifery Practitioner role in NI

📈 The day provided a structured period of reflection, insight and co design

17/02/2026

Join us for a dedicated study day designed to strengthen the skills and confidence of emergency care professionals supporting older adults in Emergency Departments. With an ageing population and increasing complexity in urgent care, this workshop focuses on delivering evidence based, compassionate and person centred care.

We’re pleased to welcome Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt who will deliver the opening address.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your practice and improve outcomes for older adults in ED.

30/01/2026

Excited for next week to promote the development of the
Northern Ireland Cancer Nursing Clinical Career Pathway at
Ulster University Cancer Care Research Group Conference on World Cancer Day. https://nursingandmidwiferycareersni.hscni.net/career-pathways/service-specific-career-pathways/cancer-nursing/

28/01/2026

Hear about the NIPEC new Learning and Development Framework designed to strengthen and support the professional growth of nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers can provide healthcare organisations with a structured, approach to building capability, enhancing skills, and ultimately improving outcomes for patients and clients.

An online session on MS Teams is organised for 16 February
If you are a nurse of a midwife with managerial responsibilities and are involved in planning and selecting learning and development opportunities for your staff, join us to hear how the Framework can help you. Please register using the QR code.

20/01/2026

Still time to apply. Professional Officer Nurse/Midwife Band 7 NI Practice and Education Council for Nursing and Midwifery. A Waiting List will be created with 2x Permanent posts available immediately https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/45110/nipecprofessional-officer-band-7

16/01/2026

RCN NI Respecting age in urgency session. Details below

Join the RCN Northern Ireland Emergency Care Network for a specialised workshop focused on advancing emergency care for older adults. This dedicated study day aims to strengthen the expertise, confidence, and clinical skills of emergency care professionals working with older patients in emergency departments. 🚑

Secure your place by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting: https://www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-events/events/rcn-northern-ireland-emergency-care-network-event

15/01/2026

We are recruiting. Professional Officer Nurse/Midwife Band 7 NI Practice and Education Council for Nursing and Midwifery. A Waiting List will be created with 2x Permanent posts available immediately https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/45110/nipecprofessional-officer-band-7