The Nursing Council of New Zealand’s Public Register is an online directory designed to help individuals and organisations verify the registration status of nurses, midwives, and nurse practitioners in New Zealand. This resource ensures transparency, accuracy, and trustworthiness, allowing users to confirm credentials and conduct professional checks with ease.

How Can the Public Register Be Used?

The Public Register serves as a valuable tool for several purposes, including:

• Checking Registration Status: Verify that a nurse, midwife, or nurse practitioner is actively registered and entitled to practice.
• Viewing Scope of Practice: Understand the specific area of practice for a registered health professional.
• Conducting Professional Checks: Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and confirm that the practitioner holds a current practicing certificate.
• Finding Registered Professionals: Locate nursing or midwifery professionals by name, registration number, or region.

Accessing and using the directory is simple, providing clear and concise information for employers, patients, and interested parties to make informed decisions about healthcare practitioners.