I read the PDI article “300 nursing graduates hired to fill nurse gap, says Palace advisory council” (02/23/2024) while in a meeting at the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) Headquarters in Manila. I was with more than 20 nursing leaders who were convened by PNA to discuss the many issues faced by nurses in the Philippines. … Continue reading Encourage nurses to stay and practice in the Philippines
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Honor nurses with action, not just words
Even before the pandemic struck, the excessive workload and administrative obligations of public health nurses were brought to light, prompting calls for developing new cadres and the review of staffing standards. To allow advanced practice nursing, it is vital to harmonize scopes of practice, update current professional laws, and promote collaboration among health workers in … Continue reading Honor nurses with action, not just words
Year of the Nurse and Midwife
In honor of the 200th birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the World Health Organization has designated 2020 as the “Year of the Nurse and Midwife.” This year will not only honor and celebrate the valuable contributions of nurses in health care, it also seeks to highlight the challenging conditions they face every day. In the … Continue reading Year of the Nurse and Midwife
Pens & Needles 