The Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives (GCNM) has officially inducted 344 specialized nurses and midwives at its Ninth Annual General Meeting and Fifth Seminar held in Gomoa Fetteh, Central Region.
The cohort includes 53 associate members and 291 full members.
Among the associate members are 21 pediatric nurses, six emergency nurses, 19 neonatal nurses, two nephrology nurses, one orthopaedic nurse, and three infectious disease nurses.
The full members comprise 66 pediatric nurse specialists, 23 emergency nurse specialists, 16 oncology nurse specialists, 12 haematology nurse specialists, 12 palliative nurse specialists, and 17 neonatal nurse specialists, among others.
In her address, Prof. Veronica Dzomeku, Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, emphasized that specialization in nursing and midwifery has become essential in today’s healthcare landscape.
“The days when a general nursing or midwifery degree was sufficient for an entire career are behind us.
The complexity of patient care today requires specialized knowledge and skills that go beyond basic training,” she stated.
Prof. Dzomeku also highlighted the importance of integrating technology into nursing practice.
She noted that specializations in areas such as telehealth, informatics, and AI-driven care are critical in an increasingly digital healthcare environment.
Furthermore, she stressed that specialization in health and epidemiology is vital for addressing global health challenges and managing infectious disease outbreaks.
Dr. Hafiz Adam, Director of Technical Coordination at the Ministry of Health, echoed these sentiments, explaining that specialization enables healthcare practitioners to provide higher-quality care, improve patient outcomes, and address the unique needs of diverse populations.
He emphasized the need for continuous professional development (CPD) to foster professional growth and enhance job satisfaction among nurses and midwives.
Rector of the GCNM, Hannah O. Acquah, reflected on the college’s growth, noting that it has expanded from eight membership programs in 2015 to six associate membership, 20 full membership, and six fellowship programs in the most recent academic year.
She highlighted the college’s vibrant CPD unit, which supports the ongoing development of nursing professionals.
Prof. Victoria Bam, President of the GCNM, assured the inductees that the training they received would significantly enhance their capabilities in achieving the country’s health sector goals.
Kwabena Abankwah-Yeboah, Chairman of the Governing Council of the GCNM, commended the inductees for their dedication and hard work.
