A former paramedic, Natalie Twomey, who was deregistered for falsely claiming her sister was ill to skip work, has resurfaced working on a hospital ward. Twomey’s deception was exposed when her sister shared photos on Facebook revealing her putting up Christmas decorations while supposedly unwell.
Following an investigation by the Health and Care Professions Tribunal Service (HCPTS), it was determined that Twomey had misled her employer, the London Ambulance Service, with her fabricated excuse and was consequently prohibited from practicing as a paramedic. Additional instances of misconduct included showing up for duty under the influence of alcohol and making dishonest claims for extra work hours.
Despite her disqualification from paramedic duties, Twomey has secured a position as a health care support worker with the NHS Torbay and South Devon Trust, where she is currently undergoing training to become a nurse. Recent social media posts by Twomey depict her working in the hospital environment, including shifts on Christmas Day.
Although her paramedic license has been revoked, there are no such restrictions in her current role, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). During a hearing, it was revealed that Twomey had provided false justifications for her absence from work, including citing her sister’s health deterioration when evidence contradicted her claims.
Twomey’s dismissal from the London Ambulance Service in late 2023 was attributed to performance issues and irregular attendance. Despite acknowledging her wrongdoing and accepting responsibility for her actions, Twomey failed to disclose her restricted practice status when renewing her registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
In response to inquiries, the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust confirmed Twomey’s employment as a health care support worker and emphasized adherence to stringent recruitment and safeguarding protocols. The Trust refrained from commenting on prior employment matters or regulatory decisions made by external entities.