There was an unexpected and unexplained death at work that was reported to the coroner. I was on duty at the time. What do I do? Can the NSWNMA help me?

Your membership with the NSWNMA provides you with legal representation for coronial inquests. Please call to speak to one of our legal officers who will advise and support you through the process with the police, providing a statement to the coroner, preparing you to give evidence in court and representing you at the Coroners Court if you are a party of sufficient interest.

Even if you are required to appear as a witness only, the NSWNMA will provide advice and support to you during the coronial process.

When there is an unexpected death there is also a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or Serious Adverse Event Review (SAER) process. There may even be a fact finding or Managing Complaints and Concerns about Clinicians (MCCC) process. This can be overwhelming.  The NSWNMA member rights centre can provide support so please reach out.

Sometimes while the coronial and employer investigations are happening there can be a complaint to the Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC). If this occurs the NSWNMA can advise, assist and represent you at the HCCC and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).