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The video begins by correcting a previous explanation of the appointment process for a Board of Nursing (BON) member. The Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) nominates three qualified members, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) recommends two of these, and the President then appoints one from the two recommended by the PRC.
If all seven BON positions are vacant, the PNA nominates 21 qualified members, the PRC recommends 14 out of these, and the President appoints the seven BON members.
Appointed BON members must immediately resign from any teaching positions (including deanships or review programs) and employment in government offices or subsidized agencies to avoid conflicts of interest. They should not have any monetary or financial interests, or administrative connections with nursing colleges or review programs during their term, nor can they establish review centers or publish books for an unfair advantage.
A term for a BON member is three years, and they can be reappointed an unlimited number of times. Before assuming office, they must take an oath to the President of the Philippines.
A regular appointment is when a person is appointed to serve as a BON member for a full three-year term.
An ad interim appointment occurs when someone is appointed to fill the unexpired term of a regular appointee who has vacated their position, such as due to resignation.
A holdover appointment is when a BON member continues to serve beyond their term's expiration until a new appointee can take their place, often due to issues in finding qualified successors.