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Goals and Outcomes of the Post-RN BS Nursing Program in Pakistan

In an effort to advance the nursing profession in Pakistan, the Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (PNMC) has outlined specific goals and expected outcomes for the Post-RN BS Nursing program. This program is designed for registered nurses, aiming to enhance their knowledge and skills to meet the complex demands of the 21st-century healthcare environment. 



Program Goals:

The overarching goal of the Post-RN BS nursing program is to prepare nurses who are not only competent and well-educated but also deeply aware of the professional, religious, cultural, legal, and ethical frameworks within which they operate. This preparation is crucial for providing high-quality and safe care, effectively addressing the multifaceted challenges presented by modern healthcare settings. 

Expected Outcomes: 

Upon completion of the two-year Post RN BS nursing program, graduates are expected to achieve the following outcomes: 

Integrative Cognitive Abilities

Graduates will demonstrate cognitive abilities essential for integrating nursing concepts and multidisciplinary knowledge, thereby providing effective therapeutic nursing care. 

Psychomotor and Psychotherapeutic Skills 

They will exhibit necessary psychomotor and psychotherapeutic skills crucial for safe and effective nursing care. 

Critical Thinking and Clinical Decision-Making 

The program emphasizes the development of critical thinking and the use of the nursing process for informed clinical decision-making.  

Caring for Diverse Populations   

Graduates will show caring behaviors towards patients, clients, and families from diverse and multicultural backgrounds, catering to different life stages. 

Effective Communication  

The ability to communicate effectively with clients, their families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members is a key outcome.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Graduates will be adept at utilizing appropriate teaching and learning strategies for illness prevention, health promotion, and restoration across various demographics. 

Leadership Skills

The program aims to foster leadership skills in graduates, enabling them to contribute significantly to the development of the nursing profession.

Commitment to Lifelong Learning

 Recognizing the importance of ongoing education, graduates will commit to maintaining competence through self-evaluation and continual learning. 

Ethical and Accountable Practice

Practicing as ethical and accountable professionals within the nursing field is a fundamental expectation of graduates.



These goals and outcomes set by the PNMC are the bedrock of the Post-RN BS nursing program, ensuring that the education and training provided are in line with national standards and the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. By achieving these goals, graduates are not only equipped to face current healthcare challenges but are also prepared to be pioneers in the nursing field, driving forward the quality and efficacy of healthcare in Pakistan.  


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