Nursing and Midwifery Council determination — interim orders hearing
Interim restrictions imposed — 18 months
The regulator’s term: interim order imposed
What does “interim restrictions imposed” mean?
An interim order is a precautionary restriction imposed before the regulator's investigation is complete. It is not a finding of fault — the underlying allegations have not yet been adjudicated.
Concerning Jason Arnold, nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council 20A1739E).
Decision date: 9 April 2026 · Hearing started 9 April 2026
In plain English
The NMC's Investigating Committee found that an interim conditions of practice order was needed for Jason Arnold, a registered nurse and nursing associate, while the regulator decides whether there is a case to answer about an allegation made against him. The committee directed an 18-month interim conditions order requiring supervision, no night shifts, no nurse-in-charge role, and regular reporting. The order will be reviewed within six months. No findings have yet been made about the underlying allegation.
Charges
The NMC Case Examiners have not yet decided whether there is a case to answer in relation to the allegation made against Mr Arnold. The substantive allegation is not set out in this Investigating Committee New Interim Order Hearing record.
Findings
The Investigating Committee directed an interim conditions of practice order for a period of 18 months. Conditions include practice with a single named employer; no bank work; not acting as nurse in charge or sole nurse on duty; no night shifts; supervision by a registered nurse on the same shift; fortnightly meetings with a line manager or supervisor to discuss practice and professional interactions with colleagues; and reporting requirements to the NMC. The order will be reviewed within the next six months and every six months thereafter. The case has not yet been determined by Case Examiners.
Source
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