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The Irish Association of Advanced Nurse and Midwife Practitioners (IAANMP) has been shortlisted for Clinical Team of the Year at the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards 2026, a significant national recognition that reflects the Association’s leadership, influence, and sustained contribution to the advancement of advanced nursing and midwifery practice in Ireland. Representing a professional community of […]

It is with profound sadness that the Irish Association of Advanced Nurse and Midwife Practitioners (IAANMP) has learned of the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner Joe Dunne of Rossmore, Ballyfin, Co. Laois. Joe was a Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner in the Emergency Department at the Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise

The Irish Association of Advanced Nurse and Midwife Practitioners (IAANMP) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 IAANMP Bursary Awards, recognising excellence, leadership and commitment to the advancement of practice across Ireland. This year’s Bernie Carpenter Perpetual Bursary is awarded to Tracy Finnegan, Candidate Advanced Nurse Practitioner (CIT, Louth), to support her completion

Final call for IAANMP 2026 bursary applications. IAANMP have three bursary opportunities in 2026 to support our members’ professional development. Applications should be submitted by email to iaanmp@gmail.com Closing date for applications: 28 February 2026 at 5.00pm The Irish Association of Advanced Nurse and Midwife Practitioners (IAANMP) invites applications from its membership for two annual bursary

Strong clinical leadership and innovative service design are central to the future of advanced practice in Ireland. Melissa Hammond, RANP and Chair of the Irish Association of Advanced Nurse and Midwife Practitioners, is featured in The Greystones Guide article “Just What The Good Nurse Ordered,” highlighting the impact of nurse-led models of care within the

‘Obesity Management: Controversies, Opportunities & Challenges’ NIPC Free Webinar. Wednesday 4 March 2026, 19:00–20:30 Taking place in support of World Obesity Day, this timely webinar will explore the evolving landscape of obesity care in Ireland. Obesity management continues to develop rapidly –  clinically, socially, and politically,  and presents both significant challenges and important opportunities for

The Health Service Executive (HSE) is about to begin procurement of a national electronic health record (EHR), to deliver an integrated digital health record for every patient in Ireland. The Government’s approval follows completion of the Preliminary Business Case and independent external assurance processes, confirming compliance with the State’s Infrastructure Guidelines. The EHR is intended

Poster submissions for the HSE Spark Innovation Summit 2026 are now open. Each year, the Spark Summit celebrates and showcases the outstanding achievements of frontline clinical teams who are driving real change and delivering meaningful impact across our health services. Have you or your team worked on an innovative project that is improving patient care?

Spark Summit 2026 🔔 Save the Date: 16 June 2026 📍 Royal Convention Centre, Dublin The HSE Spark Innovation Programme has announced the return of Spark Summit 2026 – an inspiring national event bringing together Ireland’s most innovative healthcare thinkers, leaders, and change-makers. Spark Summit is the annual gathering place for clinicians, innovators, designers, and

A research study is being conducted to map the numbers and research focus areas of nursing and midwifery PhDs and doctorates across the Republic of Ireland. The findings will inform the development of Joint Clinical Academic Nursing and Midwifery Appointments, in line with ERB Recommendations 24/25. Study Title: Baseline evaluation of the number of nurses