PNLE review: Professional Adjustment, RA 9173 part 8

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27 Feb 202413:38

Summary

TLDRThis lecture on RA 9173 concludes with an in-depth examination of nursing education and practice regulations in the Philippines. It highlights the necessity of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, the transition to outcomes-based education, and the re-entry requirements for inactive nurses. The qualifications for nursing educators and administrators are outlined, emphasizing the importance of clinical experience and PNA membership. Additionally, the lecture discusses the scope of nursing practice, including independent and collaborative roles, legal prohibitions, and the minimum salary for nurses in public health institutions, reinforcing the law's impact on nursing standards and practices.

Takeaways

  • 📚 The RA 9173 law establishes the foundation for nursing education in the Philippines, requiring a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) for practice.
  • 📝 The current BSN curriculum is based on CMO 15 of 2017, transitioning from competency-based standards to outcomes-based education.
  • 🔄 An inactive nurse, defined as one who hasn't practiced for five consecutive years, must complete one month of didactic training and three months of practicum to return to practice.
  • 🎓 To be a nursing academician, one must be a registered nurse with a master's degree in nursing or allied health sciences and have at least one year of clinical practice.
  • 👩‍⚕️ The qualifications for a Dean of the College of Nursing include being a registered nurse, holding a master's degree in nursing, and having five years of experience.
  • 💉 Nurses can practice independently or as part of a health team, providing care across all levels, from primary to tertiary care.
  • 🩺 Nurses are responsible for various duties, including health promotion, illness prevention, and delivering care from conception to end-of-life.
  • 🧪 The law mandates that nurses use traditional and innovative approaches in their practice and undertake training and research.
  • 💼 Nurse supervisors or managers must be registered nurses with management training, two years of experience, and a member of the Philippine Nurse Association.
  • 💰 The minimum base pay for nurses in public health institutions is set at salary grade 15, ensuring fair compensation for their work.

Q & A

  • What is the main focus of Article 5 of RA 9173?

    -Article 5 of RA 9173 focuses on nursing education, outlining the requirements for nursing programs and the qualifications for nursing educators.

  • What degree is required to become a nurse in the Philippines?

    -The degree required to become a nurse in the Philippines is a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), which must be completed through an accredited program.

  • What is CMO 15 of 2017?

    -CMO 15 of 2017 is the latest BSN curriculum prescribed by the Commission on Higher Education, implementing a shift from competency-based standards to outcomes-based education.

  • How is an inactive nurse defined according to RA 9173?

    -An inactive nurse is defined as a registered nurse who has had at least five consecutive years of inactivity in the nursing profession.

  • What are the requirements for inactive nurses wishing to return to practice?

    -Inactive nurses must undergo one month of didactic training and three months of practicum in an accredited hospital before they can return to practice.

  • What qualifications must a nursing educator have?

    -A nursing educator must be a registered nurse, possess a master's degree in nursing education or allied health sciences, have at least one year of clinical practice, and be a member in good standing of the Philippine Nurse Association.

  • What is the scope of practice for nurses in the Philippines?

    -Nurses can practice as independent practitioners or as part of a health team, providing care across all levels from primary to tertiary care and delivering services throughout the lifespan.

  • What are the responsibilities of nurses according to the law?

    -Nurses are responsible for providing nursing care, administering medications, teaching and supervising nursing students, and undertaking training and research.

  • What qualifications are required for nurse supervisors or managers?

    -Nurse supervisors or managers must be registered nurses with at least nine units in management, two years of general nursing service administration experience, and be members of the Philippine Nurse Association.

  • What are the penalties for illegal practice of nursing?

    -Individuals practicing nursing without a license, using another person's license, or submitting fake documents can face fines of 50,000 to 100,000 pesos or imprisonment for 1 to 6 years.

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Nursing EducationRA 9173Philippines LawHealthcare StandardsProfessional QualificationsNursing PracticeInactive NursesNurse EducatorsNursing AdministrationLegal Regulations
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