B4B - The Role of Organisations That Regulate Professions in Health and Social Care Flashcards
Name the regulatory bodies for professionals in England
General Medical Council
Nursing and Midwifery Council
Health and Care Professions Council
How do regulatory bodies regulate their members
By setting standards for initial training and ensuring registration of members
Assessing evidence of CPD
Setting codes of practice for members
Setting standards for professional conduct
Investigating complaints
Ensuring revalidation processes are observed in order for professionals to stay on the register
Consequences of a complaint being raised against a staff member
A right to practice may be withdrawn or restricted
The professional may have to work under supervision
In extreme cases they may be struck off or undergo criminal investigation
There may be consequences if the complaint is not substantiated
Consequences if revalidation processes aren’t followed
Professional is given a warning to revalidate
The professional registration may lapse and therefore they cannot legally work in the profession
How often should allied professionals revalidate
Every two years
How often should nurses revalidate
every three years
How often should doctors revalidate
every five years
What is the purpose of regulation of professionals
in order to protect the public by ensuring that high standards of professional practice are maintained
How does regulation of professionals improve services
Ensures all staff are following code of conduct and so protecting the public
Ensures all staff are trained to the highest standards and are up to date with good practice guidelines
Having a robust complaints system so staff are aware that their conduct can be reported
Ensuring all staff are qualified to carry out their role
Ensuring equality of standards of care across professions
