PKN - Pakistani Nurses

  By: Shabir Hussain Jhatial "On May,16,2025, a solemn and introspective Nurses' Day event was held at Rufayda Hamdard College of Nursing (RHCN) Hamdard University (HU), bringing together her Excellency Chancellor Sadia Rashid (H.I) with leadership of HU and top healthcare professionals: president Midwifery Association🇵🇰,Dr. RafatJan, Dr. Shaheen Zafar, Director Sindh Institute of Reproductively Medicines (SIRM) & PD of Koi Goth fame Midwifery Education.  True to its tradition, the serene event served as a poignant reminder of the tireless dedication and compassion that define the nursing and midwifery referring past, present and future prospects and challenges in our national context. The Chancellor Sadia Rashid (H.I🇵🇰), - heiress of Shaheed Hakim Muhammad Saeed's legacy of immaculate eastern wisdom, said that erstwhile Rufayda School of Nursing was brain child of her great father that is revived as bustling College for it reminds us the Bibi Rufayda Sl Islamia wh...

The BSN 8th Semester students of Shifa College of Nursing, a constituent of Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University (STMU), organized a groundbreaking seminar titled “AI in Nursing: Revolutionizing Nursing with Artificial Intelligence.” The event was held at the Park Road Campus, Chak Shahzad, and marked a significant step toward student-led innovation in nursing education On Friday, 18th April 2025.   The seminar brought together students, faculty, and healthcare professionals to explore the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in the nursing profession . It aimed to raise awareness about the future landscape of nursing and how technology—especially AI—can enhance critical thinking, patient safety, and decision-making in clinical settings.   Dr. Khalil Ahmed Jatt, a noted nursing academic and advocate of AI in healthcare, was invited as the Guest Speaker. In his address, he shared valuable perspectives on the future of nursing, highlighting how AI can support nurses in...

The BSN 8th Semester students of Shifa College of Nursing, a constituent college of Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University (STMU), organized an engaging and forward-thinking seminar titled “AI in Nursing: Revolutionizing Nursing with Artificial Intelligence” at the Park Road Campus, Chak Shahzad on 18th April 2025.  This student-led initiative aimed to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in nursing education,  practice, and patient care.  The seminar featured Dr. Khalil Ahmed Jatt as the Guest Speaker, who shared valuable insights on the integration of AI in healthcare systems, with a focus on its implications for nurses working in resource-constrained settings.    Ms. Somia Saghir served as the Course Coordinator, while Ms. Farhana Amir led the seminar as Team Lead (TL). The organizing team included enthusiastic BSN students: Anmol, Kainat, Mariam, Fariha, Faria, and M. Farhan, who demonstrated remarkable leadership and coordination skills...

By : Shabir Hussain Jhatial  In a resplendent display of academic excellence and cultural richness, the College of Nursing @ National Institute of Child Care (CON-NICH) organized an impressive education-cum- cultural seminar, showcasing the diverse heritage of Pakistan with focus on their health beliefs. A Symphonic Blend of Colors, Blissfulness & Wisdom  Young female students of BSN, Sem-6 hailing from home province Sindh, Balochistan, Punjab, KPK and Gilgit Baltistan presented impressive multi-media presentations on traditional home remedies, diets, and health practices and health beliefs highlighting the country's healthy-wealthy cultural of folk wisdom. Besides multi media presentation at majestic NICH Auditorium vibrant stalls, meticulously crafted by the students were installed at the rooftop of the college building.  The colorful stalls offered a glimpse into the provinces' unique lifestyles, health perceptions and management beliefs spanning thousands of...

By: Shabir Hussain Jhatial  The Rufaida Hamdard College of Nursing an off shoot of Hamdard University (RHCN-HU) organized an ground breaking seminar on "Legal & Ethical Aspects in Nursing Practice".  Eminent Legal &  Nursing Academia gathered at RHCN-HU Gadap Campus Karachi to commemorate the incredible evolution of RHCN as one among the best institutes in Sindh on the eve of final year  students's placement at clinical sites and the "Commencement Day" of 4th BS-Batch since its reestablishment as Degree Awarding Institution. This well organized seminar in HU's majestic auditorium where Jinnah Sahib and Shaheed Hakeem Saeed's big profile pics were overlooking at the stage and the audience gave a Socratic feel.  The  fragrance of Hakim Said's wise presence remained all along the day: right from the beginning with Fateha on his resting tomb surrounded by lush greenery to the recitation of his famous Dua-e- Saeed at the end of Seminar in full pac...

By: Shabir Hussain Jhatial  Ex Director Nursing Sindh The BS Nursing students of the 8th semester at the College of Nursing, NICH Karachi, Ms.Aneeqa Aruj, Bushra Khan, Neha Ilyas and Ms. Rizwana organized a Graded Nursing Seminar on the topic “New Dimensions of Care: A Historical Evolution of Nursing Profession”.  The seminar highlighted the time to time changes in nursing care across various civilizations which was beautifully presented by final year students. Their presentation encompassed the journey up to modern day nursing trends integrating artificial intelligence and technological advancements for more effective nursing services. The graded session was supervised by renowned Nursing Scholar Madam Alia Nasir Principal of Rufaidah Hamdard College and Professor Amjad Khan, Principal of Jinnah College of Nursing Suhail University. The jury for this Seminar included Dr. Sara the Chief Pharmacist of NICH and senior nursing faculty from College of Nursing Korangi Ms. Shake...

The Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery (AKUSONAM) in Pakistan is a pioneer in advanced nursing education, being the first to introduce the Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) programme in the country. This prestigious programme is designed to enhance nursing practices with an in-depth curriculum focusing on leadership, research, and clinical expertise, reinforcing AKUSONAM's legacy of excellence and innovation in nursing education. Here are some of the frequently asked questions:  Q: Who is eligible to apply for the MScN programme at AKU? A: Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or Post-RN BScN degree, attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, possess a minimum of two years of experience as a Registered Nurse, and maintain a valid registration with the Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (PNMC) or equivalent. Q: Is the MScN programme at AKU compatible with a full-time job? A: Yes, the programme is designed with flexib...

University of Lahore (UOL) has recently announced the promotion of Professor Muhammad Afzal as the Director of Academics of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences (FAHS). Prof. Afzal has an impressive academic and professional background, which makes him a worthy choice for this new role. Prof. Afzal completed his MS and BS in Nursing from Aga Khan University Karachi in 2008 and 2005, respectively. He also has an MBA in Health Management and an MSc in Hematology. He has over a decade of clinical experience, starting from 1998 to 2009, as a Registered Nurse, Supervisor, Deputy Manager, and Manager at Liaquat National Hospital, Karachi.  Additionally, he has teaching experience as a Senior  Instructor and Deputy Director of Nursing at Saida Waheed FMH College of Nursing. In 2010, he joined the University of Lahore as an Assistant Professor and Principal and has played a vital role in the recognition of BS Nursing (Generic), BS Nursing (Post RN), and MS Nursing. He is also a me...

The recent appointment of Professor Samina Kaosar as a member of the syndicate of the University of Health Sciences (UHS) Lahore is a significant milestone for nursing education in Pakistan. Professor Kaosar, the Head of the Institute of Nursing at UHS, is now authorized to affiliate nursing institutions across Punjab and has a unique opportunity to help reshape the crises-ridden nursing education in the country.  This appointment is particularly noteworthy as Professor Kaosar is the first nursing academic from a public university to be appointed as a member of the syndicate. Her nomination is a recognition of the critical role that nurses play in public health and the need to have their representation in decision-making bodies.  The appointment of Professor Kaosar is not the first time that the recognition of nurses as major stakeholders in public health has been raised. In February 2020, Dr. Rafat Jan and the Director of Nursing Sindh, along with the Vice-Chancellors of public sector...

The University of Health Sciences (UHS) has recently taken several important steps to improve the standards of nursing. One of the most significant steps is the announcement of the schedule for the entrance exam for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. After the release of the schedule, no additional seats will be accepted in nursing colleges for the current academic year.  UHS has also announced a penalty of PKR 1 million for nursing colleges found violating the admission schedule. In addition, nursing institutions offering part-time programs will be shut down and barred from admitting students. The university has made the attendance of bio-metric mandatory for BSN students.  These decisions were taken in the 31st meeting of the UHS Board of Studies in Nursing, chaired by the Vice-Chancellor of UHS, Professor Ahsan Waheed Rathore. The meeting was attended by the heads of 47 nursing colleges from across Punjab.  Professor Rathore expressed concern about some...

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...

The Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC) Act of 1973 has recently undergone several amendments. These amendments aim to update and clarify the laws and regulations governing the training and registration of nurses, midwives, and Lady Health Visitors (LHVs) in Pakistan. These amendments were proposed in the Pakistan Nursing Council (Amendment) Act of 2023 and are intended to improve the quality of nursing education and practice in the country, and to ensure that nurses and other healthcare professionals are adequately prepared to meet the needs of patients.  The following is a list of some of the key amendments that have been made to the PNC Act: The definition of "BSN" has been added to the act, which refers to a bachelor of science in nursing degree as a recognized higher qualification. The definition of "CNS" has been added to the act, which refers to a Clinical Nurse Specialist, who is a registered nurse who has completed a post-BSN diploma in a relevant discipline, an...

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...

In pursuance of the decisions approved in the Pakistan Nursing Council's meeting (26th Session) held on 8-10 January 2020, under the chair of Ms Afshan Naziy, PNC has issued the following notifications. Misuse of Social Media Against PNC Members In pursuance of the decision approved against the Agenda item "Misuse of Social Media Against PNC Members", PNC has notified for strict compliance that: A Compliance Cell is constituted at PNC to entertain the application with all evidence for entertaining against the alleged. PNC code of conduct strictly be followed/observed by all the registered Nurses / LHVs / Midwives. Federal / Provincial Governments will bind to imply the decision of PNC for execution/implementation against the guilty person. Fake attendance in Post-RN and Speciality In pursuance of the decision approved against the Agenda item "Post-RN BSN degree and Post Basic Speciality Diploma (any training) Students not atending t...

DGN Sindh (2nd from left) and Controller SNEB (right) in a Panel Discussion along with national nursing icons and Omanese dignitaries of Nursing.  By Samina Sindhu & Mushtaq Soomro In response to targeted campaign on print and social media against the DGN Sindh Shabir Hussain Jhatial & the Controller SNEB Ms Khairunissa Akbar, some background information and a few facts are put under for all nursing leaders who matter. 1. The Controller Nursing Board, Ms Khairunissa, was appointed in 2017 after Board remained dysfunctional for almost six months. 2. Rampant corruption in SNEB through ghost private institutions (more than twenty in number was not a hidden secret with millions of rupees dirty business in each). 3. Sindh health department decided to take action against the deep-rooted corrupt mafia spread in the province and rooted at the Nursing Council. An inquiry conducted in 2017 has surfaced where all mismanagement by the officers was identified. 4. The corr...

یہ وڈیو عدیل امتیاز صاحب نے بنائی ہے۔ عدیل صاحب انتہائی معیاری اور سائنسی بنیاد پر وڈیوز بنانے کے لحاظ سے مشہور ہیں۔ اس وڈیو میں بھی انہوں نے کافی معیاری ذرائع سے مواد اکٹھا کیا ہے۔    نرسنگ پروفیشن سے تعلق رکھنے والے اساتذہ اکرام کے لئیے اس وڈیو کو دیکھنا انتہائی ضروری ہے۔ اس لئیے تختی آن  لائن کی یہ وڈیو ان سے زیادہ سے زیادہ شیئر کریں۔خاص طور ان اساتذہ سے جو یہ سمجھتے ہیں کہ نرسنگ کے کچھ سٹوڈنٹ کندھ ذہن ہوتے ہیں اور جتنی بھی کوشش کر لی جائے ان کو کچھ سمجھ نہیں آتا۔