Nursing Review: Professional Adjustment, RA 9173 part 2

Summary

This video, part two of a lecture on RA 9173, clarifies the correct appointment process for Board of Nursing (BON) members. It details the steps involving the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA), the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), and the President. The video also outlines the ethical requirements and restrictions for BON members, such as resigning from teaching and government positions to avoid conflicts of interest. Finally, it explains the different types of appointments for BON members: regular, ad interim, and holdover appointments, describing their terms and conditions.

Highlights

Correct Process of Appointment for a BON Member00:00:00

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.

Appointment Process for All Seven BON Positions00:01:25

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.

Restrictions and Requirements for BON Members00:01:48

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.

Term and Oath of Office for BON Members00:03:14

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.

Three Kinds of Appointments: Regular Appointment00:03:38

A regular appointment is when a person is appointed to serve as a BON member for a full three-year term.

Ad Interim Appointment00:04:07

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.

Holdover Appointment00:04:49

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.