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PhD in Nursing Admissions at Shifa College of Nursing

Shifa College of Nursing (SCN) is a constituent college of Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University Islamabad, an HEC-recognised university in the general category. Admissions to the PhD in Nursing program at SCN have been announced for the 2023 session. Eligibility Criteria Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) OR MSN equivalent for foreign students, such as aNurse practitioner program. A minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in a semester system or minimum first division in the annual system from HEC and PNC-recognized institutes/ universities. The candidate must have taken Nursing Theories and Biostatistics courses in their MSN program. Those students who do not have the subjects may consult the Student Affairs' Office. TELTS-Academic minimum score 6.5, and not less than 6 in any Component. PhD Passing Entry Test & Interview of the College. Application Requirements for PhD. Program. Completed online application form Statement of interest (Rationale for seeking admission into PhD program) Desc...
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MScN Student-led Clinical Seminar | AKU-SONAM

MScN Student-led Clinical Seminar Organised by: MScN Class of 2022, AKU School of Nursing & Midwifery, AKU-SONAM THE AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY Thursday, November 24, 2022 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm AKUSONAM Auditorium & Online via Zoom TOPIC PRESENTERS & TIME All that is Red is not Cellulitis | Kiran Karim & Kanwal Karim | 1300-1340 Ischemic Heart Disease in Young Adults | Muhammad Saeed | 1340- 1420 Hydrocephalus: A multidisciplinary Team approach | Rani Nisa | 1420- 1500 Heart Failure: Healthcare Providers (HCPs) Taking an Active Action | Inna Abdul Majeed & Sabeen Aziz | 1520- 1600 Advanced Practice Care in Diabetes: Life threatening Emergencies HHS & DKA | Naureen Mistri & Jawad Ali | 1600-1640 Correct Contraceptive Usage | Binish Nizar | 1640-1720 For further queries: Graduate Programme Office: gradprog.sonam@aku.edu 021 3486 5420 Zoom Details: https://aku-edu.zoom.us/i/99739335399 Meeting ID: 997 3933 5399 Passcode: 755676
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CAREER OPPORTUNITY at SKMCHRC

Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre CAREER OPPORTUNITY Senior Nursing Lecturer/Practitioner Qualification: RN, RM, BScN, MScN/MAN from an accredited Nursing Educational institution approved by the Pakistan Nursing Council Experience: 4 years of relevant experience For details & eligibility criteria, please visit our website: www.shaukatkhanum.org.pk TO APPLY: Only online applications will be entertained. Please share your CV at careers@shaukatkhanum.org.pk and do mention the position applied for in the subject line. Vaccination is mandatory for the candidates to appear in the interview session. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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Shaukat Khanum Job Opportunity

Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre CAREER OPPORTUNITY Vice Principal Nursing Education Qualification: MSc Nursing from an accredited Nursing Educational Institution approved by the Pakistan Nursing Council  Experience: 6 years of relevant experience For details & eligibility criteria, please visit their website  www.shaukatkhanum.org.pk   TO APPLY: Only online applications will be entertained. Please share your CV at careers@shaukatkhanum.org.pk and do mention the position applied for in the subject line. Vaccination is mandatory for the candidates to appear in the interview session. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. #Jobs #PKN #Nursing #Pakistan #SKCMHRC
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Online Post-RN BSN in Pakistan and Bluetooth

اس وقت پاکستان میں بہت سے ڈپلومہ ہولڈر نرسز جلد سے جلد پوسٹ آر این بی ایس این ڈگری حاصل کرنا چاہتے ہیں۔ اس جلدی کی بنیادی وجہ یہ ہے ہے کہ ہائر ایجوکیشن کمیشن کے تازہ ترین نوٹیفیکیشن کے مطابق 2026 کے بعد پوسٹ آر این بی ایس این ڈگری پروگرام میں داخلہ بند کر دیا جائے گا۔ اس پابندی کی وجہ یہ ہے کہ پوسٹ آر این بی ایس این ایک دو سالہ سالہ بیچلر ڈگری پروگرام ہے اور پاکستان میں ہائر ایجوکیشن کمیشن نے سارے دو سالہ بیچلر ڈگری پروگرام بند کرنے کا اعلان کیا ہوا ہے۔ اس سلسلے میں اکثر دو سالہ ڈگری پروگرام بند کر دیے گئے ہیں لیکن نرسز اور مڈوائیوز کو سہولت مہیا کرنے کے لیے 2026 تک پوسٹ آر این بی ایس این (نرسنگ) اور پوسٹ آر اینڈ بی ایس ایم (مڈوائفری) پروگرامز جاری رکھے جائیں گے۔ لیکن بہت سے ڈپلومہ ہولڈر نرسز پوسٹ آر این بی ایس این ڈگری پروگرام میں ایڈمیشن نہیں لے سکتے۔ کیوں کہ یا تو ان کے ادارے کی طرف سے ان کو چھٹی نہیں ملتی یا پھر وہ اپنے مالی حالات کی وجہ سے چھٹی افورڈ نہیں کر سکتے۔ انہی مجبوریوں کو کیش کرنے کے لئے ایک نیٹورک سرگرم ہو ہوگیا۔ اس نیٹ ورک کا حصہ کچھ دو نمبر نرسنگ سکول ہیں اور کچھ ان کے...
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نرسنگ، ڈاکٹر کا لقب، اور معاشرتی احترام ۔ تصویر کے دو رخ

نرسنگ، ڈاکٹر کا لقب، اور معاشرتی احترام ۔ تصویر کے دو رخ ڈاکٹر کا لقب پی ایچھ ڈی کی ڈگری حاصل کرنے والوں کو دیا جاتا ہے۔ لیکن کیوں کہ ماضی میں میڈیکل میں پی ایچھ ڈی کی ڈگری نہیں تھی تو کچھ ممالک میں میڈیکل میں اعلیٰ ڈگری کے حامل فزیشنز نے ڈاکٹر کے لقب سے جڑے احترام کی خاطر خود کو ڈاکٹر کہلوانا شروع کر دیا۔ یہاں تک تو ٹھیک، لیکن اب ایم بی بی ایس جیسی بیچلر لیول کی ڈگری کے حامل بھی خود کو ڈاکٹر کہلوا رہے ہیں۔ جب ایسا ہوا تو فارمیسی اور فزیو تھراپی والے بھی خود کو ڈاکٹر کہلوانے میں حق بجانب لگتے ہیں۔ لیکن اصل میں ڈاکٹر کا لقب صرف پی ایچھ ڈی کرنے والوں کے لئیے ہی ہے۔ تصویر کا پہلا رخ یہ ہے کہ جو موجودہ روش کے حساب سے نرسنگ میں بیچلر ڈگری حاصل کرنے والے بھی خود کو ڈاکٹر کہلوانے میں حق بجانب ہیں۔ تو کیوں نا ڈاکٹر آف فارمیسی اور ڈاکٹر آف فزیوتھراپی کی ڈگریوں کی طرح بی ایس این کی ڈگری کا نام معاشرتی احترام کی خاطر ڈاکٹر آف نرسنگ کر دیا جائے؟ اور یوں ہسپتال میں ہر کوالیفائیڈ ہیلتھ کیئر پروفیشنل کو ڈاکٹر کہا جائے لیکن سب کا الگ الگ کام مگر ایک جیسا احترام ہو۔ دوسرا رخ یہ ہے کہ احساس کمتری یا احس...
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Dr Shazia Sobia Aslam Soomro elected as the president of PNC

32nd Session of the Pakistan Nursing Council in Progress Dr Shazia Sobia Aslam Soomro (MNA) has been elected as the president of the Pakistan Nursing Council NOTIFICATION Notification No, F-11l-Admin-2022/527. In pursuance or sub-section (1) & (2) of Section 8 of Pakistan Nursing Council Act 1973 spirited by Section-6, the council in 32nd session held on 15th & 16th September 2022 has notified Dr Shazia Sobia Aslam Soomro (MNA) member Pakistan Nursing Council vide Sectlon-3 (j) of PNC Act, 1973 as President of Pakistan Nursing Council with immediate effect.  2. This issues with the approval of Pakistan Nursing Council.
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Highly Paid Kuwait Jobs for Pakistani Nurses

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 ...
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BSN admission criteria for private sector colleges in Sindh 2022

PKN - Pakistani Nurses BSN  Admission criteria for private sector colleges 2022 GOVERNMENT OF SINDH HEALTH DEPARTMENT Karachi dated 5th September 2022 NOTIFICATION NO.CcCHD)Admission-8SN/2022 With the approval of Competent Authority Le. Chief Minister, Sindh and pursuant to approval of Sindh Cablnet in is meeting held on 17.7.2021 at Agenda No.13 dlong with consent of Law Department, the Health Department, Government of Sindh ts pleased to notfy the Policy of Selection Criteria for Private Sector Colleges Admission in Generfc BS (Nursing) 04 years Degree Praogram 2022 for implementation henceforth, as under: SELECTION CRITERTA FOR PRIVATE SECTOR COLLEGES ADMISSTON IN GENERIC BS(NURSING) 04 YEARS DEGREE PROGRAM 2022 1. Education / Qualfication: . F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) with 55% minimum marks (with Physics, chemlstry & Biology as compulsory subjects) from any Board a Higher secondary Education, Sindh. 2. Domicile Must be holding domicile of Sindh Province. 3. Gender 50% Male and 50 Fem...
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Now, One Year Experience is not required for Post-RN BSN

According to a letter issued by the Pakistan Nursing Council, dated 18th January 2022, One Year of Clinical Experience is not required for admission in Two Years Post-RN BS Nursing Degree Program in Pakistan. F-7-187-Atfmin/2022/0034 18th January 2022   Director Nursing Deputy Director Nursing, Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochislan. Subject: IMPLEMENTATION OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING DECISION HELD ON DATED 14-01-2022. Agenda Item No . 11 I am directed to convey the following decision taken in the Executive Committee meeting of Pakistan Nursing Council held on 14 th January 2022 under the chair of Dr Rana Muhammad Safdar, Administrator PNC / DG Health M/o NHSR&C, for Implementation as: Agenda # Agenda Decision 11 Exclude One Year Clinical Experience required for admission in 02 Years Post RNBS Nursing Degree Program. Approved This is issued with the approval of the competent authority. ...
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BSN at College of Nursing NICH: A Success Story Needed to be Replicated in Public Sector Nursing Institutes

By: Shabir Hussain  The College of Nursing, National Institute of Child Health (CON-NICH), has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first institute under Health Department Sindh to complete 04-Yr Nursing Degree Program with thumping success. Not only did it complete the course on time, but also excelled in education, training, and professionalism at par with other best nursing colleges of Sindh. It is noteworthy that in 2019, when PNMC,the Federal and Provincial Governments phased out the Three-Year General Nursing Diploma and introduced a four-year degree program, all colleges under provincial government management across the country lagged behind by one year without induction. However, Nursing College NICH stood out, achieving the first admission in year 2020. Their first batch of BSN had achieved a 100% passing rate and commenced one year internship. They are now conducting Evidence-Based seminars on final research papers of the second batch of Semester VIII. The...
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From AKU-SONAM to the World: Alumni Leadership Prepares for Mega Union 2024

 By: Shabir Hussain  It was a refreshing Alumni meeting of incredible leaders with a spiritual aura and blissful sprouting from blissful faces inside the majestic archetecure of AKU-SONAM. The purpose of this sample meeting from the Metropolis called by Out Reach Associate Dean Dr. Rafat Jan was to gauge the impact and status of the Alumni in Pakistan and around the world. Besides the high ups of AKU's Advancement Officials the distinguished professors of AKUSONAM and the Alumn who are in the positions at various Universities and, in the Government sector deliberated on the impact, status and issues faced in the larger society. The Dean Dr. Salima Wallani in her brief presentation encompassed the diffusion of almost 5000 Diploma, Undergraduate, Masters &  PhD Alumni who are serving at AKUSONAM , across the 🇵🇰 and continents and, that a significant number of those that have been recognized globally as among the bests in 100 renowned nurses. Dr. Rafat Jan told that m...
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Difference Between Post-RN BScN & Generic BSN (Updated 2023)

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 u...
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Rehana Elahi: Pakistan’s Oncology Nursing Pioneer and Visionary Leader

By: Shabir Hussain  The professional journey of Ms. Rehana Elahi from a Registered Nurse to her existing position as senior leadership at Shaukat Khanam Memorial Hospital and Research Center(SKMH &RC) is an inspirational story of consistency and eventual success in one's impeccable career progress.   Known to me as fellow PRN BScN student in Aga Khan University School of Nursing & Midwifery (AKUSONAM) way back in 1995-97, I can still reflect her character and traits as a passionate and focussed learner yet working with team with joyful spirit spirit despite challenging course demands of PRN BScN spearheaded mostly by foreign faculty from Canada and UK then. After a brief service with the Punjab Government, she left for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and then to UK for higher professional education.  It was in 2018 that as Director Nursing Sindh I met her in an strategic meeting under Federal Minister MoNHSR&C, where she represented the Prime Minister's ...
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New Nurses Uniform by Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (January 2024)

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...
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The Florence Nightingale Pledge

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.
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PNC Eligibility Criteria for Faculty Appointment in Nursing Colleges in Pakistan

The Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC), ( now called the Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council or PNMC ) is the regulatory body for nursing education and practice in Pakistan. PN&MC notified the eligibility criteria for the appointment of faculty members in nursing colleges. The PNMC's notification, which was issued in August 2015 (vide letter number F-11-PNC-admin/2015-723), outlines the minimum qualifications, experience, and publications required for nursing lecturers, assistant professors, associate professors, and professors. In this blog post, we will discuss the eligibility criteria in detail and answer some common questions about them.  Q: What are the minimum qualifications required for a Nursing Lecturer position in a college of nursing according to PNMC?  A: The minimum qualifications required for a Nursing Lecturer position in a college of nursing are: Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife with Post RN BSN degree (Two years of post-degree experience, prefe...
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What is the Nurse-Patient Ratio According to Pakistan Nursing Council?

Understanding the nurse-patient ratio according to the Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC) is crucial for ensuring proper healthcare standards in hospitals across the country.  However, it is important to acknowledge that nurse-patient ratios in many hospitals in Pakistan are currently far lower than the recommended guidelines. In this blog post, we will provide a detailed analysis and breakdown of the official PNC notification on this subject. The official PNC notification on this subject is given below. Official Nurse-Patient Ratio According to Pakistan Nursing Council: The PNC issued a notification (No. PNC F-7-14-Admin/2021/ 3702) on 25th May 2021, outlining the minimum nurse-to-patient ratio for hospitals across Pakistan. The guidelines provided in this notification are as follows:     General Hospital Units: In general hospital units, the nurse-to-patient ratio should be 1:3 beds, which means three nurses for every ten beds, with one reliever nurse for e...
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Internship Guidelines 2021 by Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council

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...
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SOPs for Managing Nurses’ Monthly Duty Roster Manually

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 eli...
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