Are Nurse Practitioners covered by public indemnity insurance?
Yes, in Victoria all nurses (including Nurse Practitioners) working in public health services/hospitals are covered by Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA), a statutory authority created under the Victorian Managed Insurance Authority Act (1996). The insurance covers the health-care agency, employed doctors and other health professionals, and independent contractors (Visiting Medical Officers). Private hospitals have their own insurance arrangements. The NBV requires Nurse Practitioners to show evidence of their employment and may request evidence of adequate public indemnity insurance.
Yes, in Victoria all nurses (including Nurse Practitioners) working in public health services/hospitals are covered by Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA), a statutory authority created under the Victorian Managed Insurance Authority Act (1996). The insurance covers the health-care agency, employed doctors and other health professionals, and independent contractors (Visiting Medical Officers). Private hospitals have their own insurance arrangements. The Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia requires Nurse Practitioners to show evidence of their employment and may request evidence of adequate public indemnity insurance.
