Law Summary
Development and Collaboration in Competency Standards
- The Board collaborated with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), the Philippine Nurses Association, Inc. (Accredited Professional Organization of RNs), and other nursing groups.
- In 2001, developed the Core Competency Standards for Nursing Practice.
- The standards define skills, attitudes, and competencies expected of beginning professional nurses.
Public Presentation and Consultation
- Competency Standards were presented and discussed at key nursing conventions:
- 2002 Annual Convention of the Western Pacific-Southeast Asian Regions Regulatory Authorities in Hong Kong.
- 2003 Summer Convention of the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing in Baguio City.
- 2004 Annual Convention of the Philippine Nurses Association in Manila.
Purpose and Scope of the Competency Standards
- Designed to enhance the quality standards of nursing practice in the Philippines.
- Aim to ensure global competitiveness of Philippine Registered Nurses (RNs).
Adoption and Promulgation of the Resolution
- The Board officially adopted and promulgated the Competency Standards for Nursing Practice in the Philippines on May 27, 2005.
- The Competency Standards become a binding framework for:
- Development of instructional standards in nursing curricula.
- Formulation of course syllabi and licensure examination questions (Integrated Comprehensive Nurse Licensure Examinations - ICNLE).
- Developing standards and performance evaluation criteria in nursing practice.
Implementation and Dissemination
- The Resolution takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or any newspaper of general circulation.
- Copies to be disseminated widely through the Board and Commission, CHED, Philippine Nurses Association, and other interested groups.
Legal Formalities and Attestations
- Resolution signed by the Chairman and Members of the Board of Nursing.
- Attested by the Secretary of Professional Regulatory Boards.
- Approved by the Chairperson and Commissioner of the Professional Regulation Commission.
This comprehensive resolution establishes clear competency benchmarks for the Philippine nursing profession, enhancing regulatory oversight, education, and practice quality in line with national health priorities and global standards.