Enforcing the standards of practice and conduct that all nurses must meet is one of the ways that the College of Nurses protects the public interest. When a concern about a nurse’s conduct is reported, the College steps in to investigate. Many complaints can be resolved through a resolutions process, and discipline hearings are held when warranted.

The College also responds to concerns about a nurse’s physical or mental condition/disorder that is affecting, or could affect, their ability to practise nursing. In these situations, the College may recommend terms, conditions or limitations on a nurse’s ability to practise nursing while she/he completes the prescribed actions.  

Concerns about a nurse’s conduct can come from one of two sources: complaints from members of the public or reports from nursing employers, facility operators and other nurses. 

I am a member of the public.

I am an employer, facility operator or nurse.