Nursing and Midwifery Council determination — review hearing
NMC confirms Nichola Mercer's interim practice conditions
The NMC confirmed employment, supervision and reporting conditions. The review makes no final findings, and Case Examiners had not yet decided whether there was a case to answer.
MedicWatch editorial · Published 2 September 2026 · Updated 22 September 2026
Interim order confirmed (existing interim order confirmed)
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What does “existing interim order confirmed” mean?
The regulator confirmed an existing interim order at this review. Confirmation does not itself establish a new order period or a final finding on the allegations. Read the decision and check the official register for current restrictions.
Concerning Nichola Mercer, nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council 15A1738E).
Decision date: 2 September 2026 · Hearing started 2 September 2026
In plain English
The NMC's Investigating Committee confirmed Nichola Mercer's interim practice conditions. They require one employer on one site, another registered nurse on the same shift and at the same location, and regular meetings and reports. Nurse-in-charge and sole-nurse duties are prohibited. The review makes no final findings; Case Examiners had not yet decided whether there was a case to answer.
Findings
The NMC Investigating Committee confirmed existing interim conditions. Nursing work is limited to one substantive employer on one site, with any agency or bank placement lasting at least three months. The conditions prohibit nurse-in-charge and sole-nurse shifts and require another registered nurse on the same shift and at the same location, though not constant observation. Monthly meetings and reports address clinical practice and records. Case Examiners had not yet decided whether there was a case to answer. No final findings or fresh duration were imposed.
Source
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