The Nursing and Midwifery Office (NMO) sets the strategic direction of the nursing and midwifery professions in South Australia.

The NMO provides advice on professional nursing and midwifery policy issues, statewide nursing and midwifery initiatives, building the clinical workforce and strengthening person-centred care across South Australia.

Led by the Chief Nurse and Midwifery Officer Adj Assoc Prof Jennifer Hurley, the NMO is driven by four core values:

  • generosity
  • integrity
  • care
  • innovation.

The NMO works in partnership and collaboration with nurses and midwives across all sectors, education providers and other key stakeholders.