Are you confused about the terms BSN, BScN, Generic BSN, Post-RN, BS Nursing, and BSc Nursing? We receive many questions about these terms at PKN. This updated post will clarify these terms, especially in the context of recent changes in Pakistan. In short, the Generic BSN is a degree program for individuals who wish to join the nursing profession after 12 years of schooling, while the Post-RN BScN is a degree program for nurses who already have a three-year diploma in nursing.  Generic BSN The Generic BSN is an ideal option for those who want to enter the nursing profession in Pakistan. Previously, another option to join the nursing profession was the 3-year diploma in general nursing. However, according to the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan's policies, the diploma in nursing was phased out across Pakistan in 2018.  The Generic BSN is a 4-year degree program followed by a one-year internship. An internship involves practical nursing practice in a hospital under

The Pakistan Nursing & Midwifery Council (PNMC) has introduced a new uniform dress code for nurses working in clinical settings across the country. The announcement, in an official letter from the PNMC dated January 31, 2024, stated guidance about professional attire of nursing staff in Pakistan. The new dress code approved during the 6th session of the council held from January 15-17, 2024, under the leadership of Ms. Farzana Zulfiger, President of PNMC, specifies new uniforms for male and female nurses. Female nurses are to wear a dark blue shalwar kameez with a nameplate, accompanied by a white coat and a blue scarf/dupatta. Male nurses are required to wear dark blue scrubs along with a nameplate. Category Uniform Female Nurses Dark blue shalwar kameez with nameplate, white coat or blue scarf/dupatta Male Nurses Dark blue scrubs with nameplate Health Departments across Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber P

To all nursing professionals looking to work in Saudi Arabia, it’s important to follow these steps and advice to make your job application process smooth and to avoid paying unnecessary fees. Here's a detailed guide based on insights from Ehsan bin Asim Naqvi, a specialist nurse working in Saudi Arabia.  1. Avoid Agents: The most important advice is to not use agents. Hospitals or companies in Saudi Arabia will cover your flight tickets and visa costs. If an agent asks you for money for these services, they are trying to cheat you.  2. Only Necessary Fees:  You should only pay for the DataFlow verification process and the Prometric exam. Before these, make sure your qualifications are verified by the right authorities.  3. Use Online Resources:  Use websites like YouTube and Google for instructions on how to complete the DataFlow and Prometric processes. There are real and helpful guides available, especially from the DataFlow group itself. Being active and using online resources c

1. Download challan form from the downloads section of online.pnc.org.pk . The exact link of challan form is: http://online.pnc.org.pk/RevisedChallan.pdf 2. Submit fee in any  Habib Bank branch and get it stamped from the bank. 3. Scan the challan copy and upload it online Note: you can easily scan challan form using your cellphone which has more than 5 megapixels camera. You can use CamScanner app to scan challan form. link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.intsig.camscanner

Courtesy: Sabir Mehno PIMS I solemnly pledge myself before God and in the presence of this assembly to pass my life in purity and to practise my profession faithfully. I shall abstain from whatever is deleterious and mischievous, and shall not take or knowingly administer any harmful drug. I shall do all in my power to maintain and elevate the standard of my profession and will hold in confidence all personal matters committed to my keeping and all family affairs coming to my knowledge in the practice of my calling.

GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN MINISTRY OF OVERSEAS PAKISTANIS & HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT OVERSEES EMPLOYMENT CORPORATION PMI Auditorium Building, Zero Point, G-7/1, 1slamabad Advertisement No. 78 Date: 14 September, 2022 Urgently Required Nurses (Female Only) for Ministry of Health (MoH), Kuwait The Ministry of Health (MoH) in Kuwait, urgently requires the services of the Nurses (Female only) who fulfil the mentioned prescribed qualification and experience. Note i. Terms and conditions will be settled at the time of the interview. Furthermore, this advertisement is not applicable to any medical professional paramedical staff who Is currently working in any GCC country. ii. The applicant will submit/attach the deposited Bank Challan amounting to Rs 1,000 (against each position) and the "Challan Form can be downloaded from https:/loec.gov.pk/Assets/fle/Challan_Form-1000.p a. Option #1: Visit any HBL Branch and submit the bank chalan in Account No.0112-79010447-03. b. Option #2: Pay

The Pakistan Nursing Council ( now called the Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council or PN&MC ) has introduced internship guidelines 2021 for undergraduate nursing students who have completed four years of college. The internship program must be completed in a PNC recognized hospital, which will offer PNC-specified clinical experiences. During this program, students will have a combination of practical and theoretical experiences that will enable them to acquire competency and experience to perform as an independent nurse. Successful completion of the internship period will result in an internship certificate, and students will be eligible to appear in the licensing examination.  Below are some frequently asked questions and answers from these guidelines. What is the nursing internship program in Pakistan? The nursing internship program is a one-year program for nursing students in Pakistan, which is taken after the successful completion of a four-year undergraduate nursing progr

by Khalil Ahmed Jatt, Head Nurse, PIMS, Islamabad  PNC Licensure Examination is a written test of the Generic BSc Nursing graduates that is conducted by the Pakistan Nursing Council to determine the preparedness of the graduates for nursing practice. Recently, the examination has been abolished by PNC due to some understandable reasons. Some people are of the view that PNC licensure examination for GBSN is unjust and unnecessary. Their perspective is based on the following arguments: When there are university exams then we do not need to appear for an extra exam. There is no licensure examination for the diploma holders therefore, there is no need for licensure exam for BSN graduates. Other healthcare professionals in Pakistan do not go through such examination, therefore this exam is unnecessary for BSN graduates It is not conducted internationally. PNC can not conduct a transparent examination. Many toppers failed in the licensure examination. Licensure examina

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Managing Nurses’ Duty Roster Version 3 (January 2019) Developed By: Khalil Ahmed Head Nurse, CCU, IH, PIMS, Islamabad Description: The purpose of developing these SOPs was to create uniformity and clarity in the policies regarding nurses’ duty roster. This document has brought the already practised rule into written form. The first version of the SOPs was introduced in Emergency and Accident Center, PIMS in 2014.  Further improvements have been brought in the subsequent versions. Constructive feedback would be appreciated. A sample duty roster which incorporates some of these rules is attached. SOPs Rationales 1.        Days off available in a month: 1.1.     Weekly off: A nurse will be eligible to avail weekly days off equal to the number of Sundays in a month. Because every Sunday is an official day off, therefore, all nurses are eligible to avail days off equal to the number of Su

Updates By Madam Lubna Ghazal and Sir Shabbir Hussain Jathial The Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (PNMC) Amendment Act 2023 is undergoing critical appraisal through consultative meetings being held under the auspices of the Pakistan Nursing Federation (PNF). The meetings are being attended by nurse leaders from across Pakistan, who are actively contributing towards strengthening the autonomy of the PNMC as a regulatory body for nursing and midwifery professions in the country. The third consultative meeting was conducted in Multan under the leadership of Madam Nighat Durrani, and hosted by Madam Surriya Shahnaz, President of PNA Punjab. Nurse leaders from Southern Punjab attended the meeting, which was facilitated by Mr. Hassan Kansi and Madam Zahida Amjad. The group appraised the PNMC Amendment Act 2023 in comparison to the 1973 Act and discussed ways to strengthen the PNMC and its autonomy. Similarly, the second consultative meeting was held in Lahore on 18th February 2023, w