GHANA REGISTERED NURSES AND MIDWIVES ASSOCIATION
The Ghana Registered Nurses’ and Midwives’ Association (GRNMA), formerly Ghana Registered Nurses’ Association (GRNA) is a Professional Association for all categories of Nurses in Ghana. The Association was founded in March 1960 as a result of a merger of two professional nursing Associations the Qualified Nurses Association headed by Mr. Mettle-Nunoo and the State Registered Nurses Association led by Dr. Docial Kisseih with the mission to provide a central organization that would advance the interest of the nursing profession in Ghana and internationally. The purpose of the merger was the need for Ghana to present on Nursing/Midwifery Association to represent the country at the International Council of Nurses. As a result of the merger Dr. Docia Kisseih became the first president and Mr. Mettle Nunoo became the first general secretary. It is a Professional Association independent and non-partisan in nature. The GRNMA is the exclusive mouthpiece for all nurses in matters affecting them.
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The Association
The Association exists as a professional body incorporated under the NRC Decree 143 (Professional Bodies Registration), with registration number PB-13. Its headquarters are in Accra, with branches across the country. The motto of the GRNMA is “Unity is Strength”.
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VISION
To become leaders of frontline health service providers and formidable team players in the healthcare continuum.
MISSION
To develop the nurse professionally to cope with contemporary challenges of the profession towards the promotion of the health of our clientele and their socio-economic status.
MEMBERS
Membership of GRNMA is open to all nurses/midwives in Ghana registered or enrolled by the Nurses and Midwives’ Council for Ghana. Membership is acquired and maintained through registration and payment of monthly and other dues instituted by the GRNMA. Life membership of the Association is open to retired, or disabled and maimed nurses who can never return to active service; upon payment of a prescribed fee.
The organization structure of the Association is positioned to facilitate communication and implementation of policies.
Local Branches
These are the unit structures of the Association that exist in all health care facilities in Ghana.
District Branches
Are established in all districts as the decentralized functional areas of the GRNMA.
Regional Branches
Supervise the decentralized areas and link them up to the national secretariat.
National Executive Committee (NEC)
The National Executive of nine, elected quadrennially, headed by the president of the GRNMA with executive powers to implement policies and decisions taken by the National Council and National Delegates Conference.
National Council
The National Council constituted by the National Executive and Regional Chairpersons and Secretaries meet quarterly to formulate policies and promote the business of the GRNMA.
National Delegates Conference
The National Delegates Conference is the highest body of the Association and is held biennially to discuss issues that affect the Association.
As enshrined in the Association constitution, the functions of the GRNMA are to:
- Bring all practising nurses/midwives in Ghana under a unified body
- Advance the interest of the nursing/midwifery profession
- Promote a better understanding and dignity of the profession
- Maintain the honour and independence of the profession with special reference to professional standard, conduct, discipline and etiquette
- Promote nursing/midwifery research
- Affiliate and promote good relations with the International Council of Nurses, Commonwealth Nurses Federation, International Confederation of Midwives and similar organizations in other countries
- Promote and support law reforms on matters affecting the nursing/midwifery profession
- Maintaining and improving Nursing/Midwifery Standards
- Promoting the socio-economic welfare of Ghanaian Nurses/Midwives
- Promoting nursing/midwifery education and research
- Seeking partnership with government and other stakeholders to promote industrial peace and enhance productivity
- Collaborating with other trade union organizations nationally and internationally
The Association has standing committees and adhoc committees during conference and congresses. Some of the committees are:
- Finance
- Education and Research
- Socio-economic welfare
- Building
- Editorial
- Constitution Review
- Resolution and Communiqué
- Evaluation
Under the umbrella of Ghana Registered Nurses’ and Midwives’ Association are the following groupings:
- Nurse Educators’ Group
- General Nurses Group
- Public Health Nurses Group
- Community Health Nurses Group
- Peri-Operative Nurses
- Critical Nursing Group
- Ophthalmic Nurses Group
- Psychiatric Nurses Group
- ENT Nurses Group
- Enrolled Nurses Group
The GRNMA is recognized as an important body in nursing worldwide and is a member of good standing in the following international nursing organizations:
- International Council of Nurses (ICN) since 1961
- Commonwealth Nurses Federation (CNF)
- Public Services International (PSI)
- West African Health Sector Unions Network (WAHSUN)
The GRNMA advises and supports Professional Nursing Associations of Sister African Countries.
The code for Nurses is based on the belief about the nature of individuals, nursing, health, and society. Recipients and providers of nursing services are viewed as individuals and groups who possess basic rights and responsibilities, and whose values and circumstances command respect at all times. Nursing encompasses the promotion and restoration of health, the prevention of illness, and the alleviation of suffering.
Fundamental Responsibility of the Nurse
- To promote health
- To prevent illness
- To restore health
- To alleviate suffering
The Code Has Five Areas
- Nurses and People
- Nurse and Practice
- Nurses and Society
- Nurses and Co-workers
- Nurses and the Profession
Nurses and People
The nurse’s primary responsibility is to people who require nursing care. The nurse promotes an environment in which the values, customs, and spiritual beliefs of the individuals are respected and maintains confidentiality when handling personal information.
Nurse and Practice
The nurse carries personal responsibility for nursing practice and maintains competence through continual learning. The nurse ensures the highest standard of care possible and uses judgment in delegation and responsibilities. Standards of personal conduct must bring credit to the profession.
Nurses and Society
The nurse shares with citizens the responsibility for initiating and supporting action to meet health and social needs of the public.
Nurses and Co-workers
The nurse sustains cooperative relationships with co-workers in nursing and other fields, taking appropriate action to safeguard individuals when care is endangered.
Nurses and the Profession
The nurse implements desirable standards of practice and education, develops core professional knowledge, participates in maintaining equitable working conditions, and reaffirms belief in professional ideals and values.
Appeal to Nurses
The code for nurses is a guide for action based on societal values. It must be understood, internalized, and utilized throughout study and practice. Practical application requires reference to relevant information to guide priorities and scope of action. Bargaining Certificate was obtained on 29th October, 2007.
Officers at all levels of the association hold office for 4 years and are eligible for re-election. The National offices are:
- President
- First Vice President
- Second Vice President
- General Secretary
- Assistant General Secretary
- Public Relations Officer
- Assistant Public Relations Officer
- Treasurer
- Assistant Treasurer
- Dr. Docia N. A. Kisseih – 1960 – 1970
- Prof. Ayodele Akiwumi – 1971 – 1974
- Mrs. Edith Saki-Quartey – 1975 – 1982
- Miss Sara Roberta Addison – 1983 – 1986
- Miss Comfort Asiama – 1987 – 1987
- Mrs. Emma Helen Banga – 1995 – 2003
- Mrs. Alice D. Asare-Allotey – 2003 – 2011
- Mr. Kwaku Asante-Krobea – 2012 – 2020
- Mrs. Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo – 2020 to Date
- Mr. Mettle Nunoo – First General Secretary
- Mrs. Glady Ohene-Ampofo
- Mr. Nee-Amoa-Kotey
- Mrs. Helen Banga
- Mrs. Alice Asare Darkoa Allotey
- Mr. Kwaku Asante-Krobea
- Mrs. Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo – 2012 to 2020
- Mr. David Tenkorang-Twum – 2020 to Date
Our Foundation
VISION
To become leaders of frontline health service providers and formidable team players in the healthcare continuum.
MISSION
To develop the nurse professionally to cope with contemporary challenges of the profession towards the promotion of the health of our clientele and their socio-economic status.
MEMBERS
Membership of GRNMA is open to all nurses/midwives in Ghana registered or enrolled by the Nurses and Midwives' Council for Ghana. Membership is acquired and maintained through registration and payment of monthly and other dues instituted by the GRNMA. Life membership of the Association is open to retired, or disabled and maimed nurses who can never return to active service; upon payment of a prescribed fee.
Objectives and Activities
OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSOCIATION
As enshrined in the Association constitution, the functions of the GRNMA are to:
- Bring all practising nurses/midwives in Ghana under a unified body
- Advance the interest of the nursing/midwifery profession
- Promote a better understanding and dignity of the profession
- Maintain the honour and independence of the profession with special reference to professional standard, conduct, discipline and etiquette
- Promote nursing/midwifery research
- Affiliate and promote good relations with the International Council of Nurses, Commonwealth Nurses Federation, International Confederation of Midwives and similar organizations in other countries
- Promote and support law reforms on matters affecting the nursing/midwifery profession
GRNMA ACTIVITIES
- Maintaining and improving Nursing/Midwifery Standards
- Promoting the socio-economic welfare of Ghanaian Nurses/Midwives
- Promoting nursing/midwifery education and research
- Seeking partnership with government and other stakeholders to promote industrial peace and enhance productivity
- Collaborating with other trade union organizations nationally and internationally
Organization Structure
The organization structure of the Association is positioned to facilitate communication and implementation of policies.
Local Branches
These are the unit structures of the Association that exist in all health care facilities in Ghana.
District Branches
Are established in all districts as the decentralized functional areas of the GRNMA.
Regional Branches
Supervise the decentralized areas and link them up to the national secretariat.
National Executive Committee
The National Executive of nine, elected quadrennially, headed by the president of the GRNMA with executive powers to implement policies and decisions taken by the National Council and National Delegates Conference.
National Council
The National Council constituted by the National Executive and Regional Chairpersons and Secretaries meet quarterly to formulate policies and promote the business of the GRNMA.
National Delegates Conference
The National Delegates Conference is the highest body of the Association and is held biennially to discuss issues that affect the Association.
Committees and Affiliated Groups
COMMITTEES OF THE ASSOCIATION
The Association has standing committees and adhoc committees during conference and congresses. Some of the committees are:
- Finance
- Education and Research
- Socio-economic welfare
- Building
- Editorial
- Constitution Review
- Resolution and Communiqué
- Evaluation
AFFILIATED GROUPS
Under the umbrella of Ghana Registered Nurses' and Midwives' Association are the following groupings:
- Nurse Educators' Group
- General Nurses Group
- Public Health Nurses Group
- Community Health Nurses Group
- Peri-Operative Nurses
- Critical Nursing Group
- Ophthalmic Nurses Group
- Psychiatric Nurses Group
- ENT Nurses Group
- Enrolled Nurses Group
THE GRNMA AT THE INTERNATIONAL LEVEL
The GRNMA is recognized as an important body in nursing worldwide and is a member of good standing in the following international nursing organizations:
- International Council of Nurses (ICN) since 1961
- Commonwealth Nurses Federation (CNF)
- Public Services International (PSI)
- West African Health Sector Unions Network (WAHSUN)
The GRNMA advises and supports Professional Nursing Associations of Sister African Countries.
Officers and Leadership History
OFFICERS AND TENURE OF OFFICE
Officers at all levels of the association hold office for 4 years and are eligible for re-election. The National offices are:
- President
- First Vice President
- Second Vice President
- General Secretary
- Assistant General Secretary
- Public Relations Officer
- Assistant Public Relations Officer
- Treasurer
- Assistant Treasurer
PRESIDENTS OF GRNMA
- Dr. Docia N. A. Kisseih – 1960 – 1970
- Prof. Ayodele Akiwumi – 1971 – 1974
- Mrs. Edith Saki-Quartey – 1975 – 1982
- Miss Sara Roberta Addison – 1983 – 1986
- Miss Comfort Asiama – 1987 – 1987
- Mrs. Emma Helen Banga – 1995 – 2003
- Mrs. Alice D. Asare-Allotey – 2003 – 2011
- Mr. Kwaku Asante-Krobea – 2012 – 2020
- Mrs. Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo – 2020 to Date
GENERAL SECRETARIES OF GRNMA
- Mr. Mettle Nunoo – First General Secretary
- Mrs. Glady Ohene-Ampofo
- Mr. Nee-Amoa-Kotey
- Mrs. Helen Banga
- Mrs. Alice Asare Darkoa Allotey
- Mr. Kwaku Asante-Krobea
- Mrs. Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo – 2012 to 2020
- Mr. David Tenkorang-Twum – 2020 to Date