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LICENSE is a legal document given by the government that permits a person to offer to the public his or

her skills and knowledge in a particular jurisdiction where such practice

is granted by the appropriate authority to applicants or candidates who have fulfilled certainestablishments requirements

Permits the nurse to practice within the country or state and gives him/her the privilege torepresent as LICENSE

NEED FOR LICENSURE

1. To protect the health of the people by establishing minimum standards which qualifiedpractitioners must meet

2. Important tool for legal control and enforcement of nursing practice

3. Used to gather statistical data about nurses and nursing in the country

4. Discourages certain persons who may be tempted to misrepresent themselves as nurses

PRC

-Chairperson Hon. Nicholas P. Lapena Jr.

-Professional Regulation Commission

- Komisyon sa Pamamalakad ng mga Propesyonal

-established June 22, 1973

FUNCTIONSas Judicial

. Investigates cases against erring examinees and professionals.

. Its decisions have the force and effect of the decisions of a court of law, with the same level of

authority as a Regional Trial Court


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. After the lapse of the period within which to file an appeal, Commission decisions become final and

executory.

as Legislative

Formulates rules and policies on professional regulation.

as Executive

Administer, implements, and enforces the regulatory policies of the national government, including the

maintenance of professional and occupational standards and ethics and the enforcement of the rules

and regulations relative thereto.

REGISTRATION

is the recording of names of persons who have qualified under the law to practice their respective

professions.

Phil. Nursing Act of 2002,R.A 9173

sections 12 and 20

state that license to practice nursing shall be issued to those who pass the licensure examination or by

reciprocity

Registration by Reciprocity

RECIPROCITY

means mutuality in the grant and enjoyment of privileges between persons or nations.

It is a relation established by law, treaty or agreement between the two countries or states, whereby

each country or state grants citizen of each other, the privilege of being admitted to the practice of the

profession within their respective territorial jurisdiction is based on the principle of Do Ut Deswhich


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means that for a country to expect a favor from another, it should be willing to give a corresponding

favor.

Provided

That the requirements for registration or licensing of nurses in said country are substantially the same

as those prescribed under this act

Provided

That the laws of such state or country grant the same privileges to registered nurses of the Philippines

on the same basis as the subjects or citizen of such foreign state or country.

1.Nurses registered in the Philippines desires to practice in said foreign country are granted under its

laws the same privileges as those accorded to its citizen

2. The applicant is a nurse registered under the law of her/his country

3. The requirements for registration or licensing of nurses in a foreign country or state where the

applicant is registered as nurse are substantially the same as those prescribed under this act

4. The applicant has resided in the Philippines for at least three consecutive years as provided by R.A.

5181

REGISTRATION BY EXAMINATION

A. Examination and RegistrationSection 12. Licensure Examination

All applicants for registration as a nurse and issuance of certificate of registration and professional

identification card to practice nursing shall be given by the Board.

Section 13. Qualifications for Admission to the Licensure Examination

a. citizen of the Philippines

b. good moral character

c. holder of a Bachelors Degree in Nursing

B. Requirements for Examination


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1. Original Transcript of Records

( Date of Graduation)

2. Record of the actual related learning experiences for the entire Bachelor of Science in Nursing duly

signed by the Chief Nurse or her duly authorized representative in addition to that of the Dean of the

college of Nursing and the Clinical Instructor.

3. Actual number of operating room scrubs and deliveries assisted, signed by the Chief Nurse or her

duly authorized representative in addition to that of the Dean of the nursing school and Clinical

Instructor

4.

a. Birth Certificate

b. Marriage Certificate

c. Alien Certificate of Naturalization

d. Clearance showing dismissal of case from the Court or Prosecutor Office, if any.

The application form, together with requirementsshould be filed at the Professional Regulation

Commission ten (10) days prior to the first day of the examination.

C.Fees for examination and Registration

Applicants for licensure and for registration shall pay the prescribed fees set by the commission

D. Scope of Examination

E. Citizenship Requirements

The following are citizens of the Philippines

(1) Those who are citizens of the Philippines at the time of the adoption of 1987 Philippines Constitution

(2) Those who elect Philippine citizenship to the provisions of pursuant to the provision of the 1935

Constitution.


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Section 2.

A female citizen of the Philippines who marries an alien shall retain her Philippines citizenship, unless by

her act or omission she is deemed under the law to have renounced her citizen

Section 3.

The Philippine citizenship may be lost or re-acquired in the manner provided by law

Section 4.

A naturalborn citizen is one who is a citizen of the Philippines from birth without having to perform

any act to acquire or perfect the Philippine citizenship

DOCTRINE

JUS SANGUINIS

The nationality of a person is determined by the law of his descent or parentage. The child follows the

citizenship of his father

JUS SOLI

The nationality of a person is determined by the law of the place of his birth, the child born in a foreign

country, whatever may be the citizenship of the father is a citizen of that country.

RATING OF THE NURSING LICENSURE EXAMINATIOAn examinee must obtain a general average of at least 75% with a rating of not below 60% in any

subject. An examinee who obtains an average rating of 75% but Gets a rating below 60% in any subject

must take the examination again but only in the subject or subjects where he or she is rated below 60%.

RECONSIDERATION OF RATINGSMay be entertained on the grounds of mechanical, clerical or clear errors. Such request should be filed

within 90 days from the date of the official result

OATH-TAKING OF NURSES


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All successful candidates in the examination shall be required to take oath of profession before the

Board or government official authorized to administer oaths prior to entering the nursing practice

The schedule of mass oathtaking (date and place) is within fifteen days upon the release of the results

by of the licensure examination which will be press released by the PRC.

The professional oath includes a pledge to support and defend the Constitution, bear true faith and

allegiance to the same, obey the laws, legal orders and decrees promulgated by the duly constituted

authorities of the Philippines and adherence to the ethical and professional standards of nursing.

RENEWAL OF LICENSERenewal of license every 3 years with the PRC on the form prescribed not later than the due date

indicated in the PRC license card and pay the prescribed fee.

REVOCATIONmeans that the license to practice is confiscatedeither temporarily or permanently.

SUSPENSIONIt means that the nurse is not allowed to practice temporarily until the final judgement of the

case against him or her is rendered.The license is not confiscated.

REVOCATION OR SUSPENSION OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION

. To practice nursing is not a permanent or vested right

. If the conditions are breached or violated, the authority that issues such may revoke this license

. A license can only be revoked for special causes

BOARD OF NURSINGName:CARMENCITA M. ABAQUIN

Members: LEONILA A. FAIRE

BETTY F. MERRITT

PERLA G. PO

MARCO ANTONIO C. STO. TOMAS


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AMELIA B. ROSALES

YOLANDA C. ARUGAY

FUNCTIONS OF THE BON1.To regulate the practice of the professions in accordance with the provisions of their respective

professional regulatory laws.

2.To hear and investigate cases arising from violations of their respective laws, the rules and regulations

promulgated

3.To monitor the conditions affecting the practice of the profession or occupation under their respective

jurisdiction.

4.To delegate the hearing or investigation of administrative cases filed before them

5.To conduct through the Legal Officers of the Commission summary proceedings on minor violations

of their respective regulatory laws.

6.Subject to the final approval by the Commission to recommend registration without examination and

the issuance of corresponding certificate of registration and professional identification card

7.After due process, to suspend, revoke or reinstate certificate of registration provided by the law

8.To prepare, adopt and issue syllabi or table of specifications of the subjects for examination in

consultation with the academe

9.To prepare an annual report of the accomplishments on the program, project and activities of the

Board during the year for submission to the Commission and make appropriate recommendations on

issues or problems affecting the profession to the Commission.

DIFFERENT FIELDS OF NURSING

Hospital or Institutional Nursing1. The nurse participates in all phases of patient care of the acutely ill, the convalescing and the

ambulatory patients

2. The nurse cares for the patient in the hospital or in the out-patient department and plans for thenursing care needs of the patient about to be discharge

3.The nurse performs nursing measures that will meet the patients physical, emotional, spiritual health

needs while in the institution and helps him and his family plan for his further health care needs when

he returns home

4.Assessment of the patients needs for nursing and planning for giving or providing the care indicated


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whether this to be personal care, rehabilitation measures or health instructions.

5.Participation in research and training carried on in the hospital

ADVANTAGES OF STAFF NURSING IN HOSPITALS1. There is always a supervisor whom one can consult if problems exist.

2.Nurses are updated with new trends in medicine and in the nursing care of the patients.

3.They undergo rotation to different units and have a chance to determine their special area of choice

before they are assigned permanently in one area.

4.They have an eight-hour day and a forty-hour week duty which provide two days off. They have

provisions

for sick leaves, holidays and vacations with pay according to personnel policies of the institution.

5.They have the chance to get promoted to higher positions if they are qualified

6.Salary increases are given periodically according to merit system thereby increasing their initiative and

best efforts.

7.They are considered an important member of the health team in providing care to the patients

8.More staff development programs are available in hospitals.

DISADVANTAGES OF STAFF NURSING1.There is great possibility of understaffing which may require nurses to put overtime work and sacrifice

some of their plans

2.Because of the bulk of work, some staff nurses do not find time to improve their skills through

continuing education programs

3. Administrative problems and overwork may tend to dissatisfy the staff nurse

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSEEmphasis on the promotion of health and prevention of

diseases rather than care of the sick.

It needs a deeper involvement and close cooperation


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with all the members of the health team

ADVANTAGES OF PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING

1.The focus of nursing care is only on the family and community health rather than on the individuals.

2.It gives the nurse a better perspective of the health conditions of the community and the health

programs conceived and implemented by the government and to appreciate the nurses role in nation

building

3.It maximizes efforts to improvise where there are no sufficient facilities , supplies and equipment

4.It enables the nurse to utilize various community resources and maximizes coordination with other

members of the health team

5.Focus of care is more on the educational and preventive aspects. Thus, nurses have the privilege ofcontributing to the program for healthy citizenry especially among the rural poor

6.Individuals, families and communities are motivated to assume responsibility for their own health care

DISADVANTAGES

1.Cases found in public health nursing are limited mostly chronic or communicable diseases.

2.There are more hazards in public health than in hospital nursing , such as exposure to elements

(inclement weather, heat of sun, rain ), dog or snake bites ,accidents , etc.

3.There are no fixed hours of work. The nurse may be called upon any time of the day or night.

4.Some claim that public health nursing is not as exciting nor as glamorous as hospital work

5.Facilities for care of the sick are limited so that practice or skills may also be limited

6.The public health nurse may not be immediately aware of changes or trends in the fields of medicine

or nursing

7.Public health nursing is not a place for introverts.

A nurse has to be outgoing to meet people

8.There is no immediate supervisor to consult in case of emergency


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PRIVATE DUTY NURSEis a registered nurse who undertakes to give

comprehensive nursing care to a client on a one to one

ratio. She/he is an independent contractor.

The patient may be provided care in the hospital or in

the home.

CATEGORIES OF PDNGENERAL PRIVATE DUTY NURSE

Has the capabilities for providing basic nursing care to

any type of patients.

a. assessment of the physical conditions and interpretation of the significance of the findings asbasis for planning the nursing care.

b. Identification of emotional and social factors and relating these to signs and symptoms observedc. Application of scientific principles in the performance of nursing techniques

d. Working with the patients family

e. Utilization of laboratory and diagnostics tests

f. Knowledge and recognition of pharmacologic effects of drugs and medications; their implications for

nursing action

g. Interpretation of Doctors orders concerning medicines and treatments and communicating the same

effectively to the patient carrying them out promptly and accurately with understanding of cause and

effects

PDN SPECIALIST

as a result of his or her Specialized Preparation

PDN Specialist demonstrates the following

competencies

a. skill in handling, operating and monitoring other complicated devices


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b. Skills in interpreting data gathered from ECG,EEG, laboratory results and vital signsc. skills in observing signs and symptoms and their favorable or untoward significance in the

progress of patient care

d. promptness and adeptness in instituting appropriate nursing measures

QUALIFICATIONS OF A PDN PRACTITIONER1. be a registered nurse in the Philippines2. Documents for the current yeara. Professional Tax Receipt

b. PRC card

c. Residence Certificate

3. have at least two years of bedside nursing experience as a professional nurse in general hospital

immediately prior to application.

4. be acceptable to the Director of Nursing Service as suitable for orientation to do private duty nursing

5. be a full time private duty nurse

6.preferably have undergone a Critical Care Nursing Course

7. be a certified I.V. Nurse therapist by the ANSAP

REQUIREMENTS1. To undergo orientation in the hospital as conducted by the Nursing Service Office2. To have the complete paraphernalia3. To wear full white nurses uniform. Blazers may be used if required by the hospital

4. To have a medical certificate from a certified medical center or laboratory with chest x-ray result,

CBC, urine and stool examination.

5. To give two character references

6. To acquire for succeeding years , certificate of three

seminars or continuing education programs attended


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7. To show certification as an I.V. Therapist by the ANSAP

GENERAL GUIDELINES1. Although a PDN is considered an independent contractor , he/she is directly under the

supervision of the nursing service in the hospital or of the Headnurse in the unit

2. The PDN is responsible for the nursing care of the patient. He/She is responsible for maintaininga safe, sanitary and healthful environment for the patient and care for the equipment used and

other facilities provided in the room

3. The PDN shall endeavor to give complete nursing care before going off-duty

4. While the PDN on house case is directly responsible to the attending physician of the patient, a

regular monthly service audit shall be given to the Director of Nursing Service who referred her/him for

employment

POLICIES AND GUIDELINES FOR NURSE

ACCOMPANYING PATIENTS OUT OF THE COUNTRY

1. Passport and other travel papers

a. Passport, paid round trip ticket and other papers should be in possession of the PDN at alltimes.

b. A travel and accidental insurances in the amount of 50,000 pesos shall be provided for the PDNpaid by the patient or representative effective 72 hours before departure and throughout the

period of stay abroad while in the employment of the patient

c. The corresponding amount of salary computed at 8 hours multiplied by 2 shifts and the numberof days the patient plans to be out of the country shall be left in the Philippines for ready

withdrawal by the PDN authorized representative on designated dates per agreement of parties

concerned.

d. A daily travel allowance in addition to the PDNs regular salary while out of the country is

negotiable with the employer

e. The female PDN who is caring for male patient must be provided a separate room for rest periods

f. All hotel, lodging and food expenses while out of town or out of the country shall be paid by the

employer

The PDN is required to

a. Leave with the PDN Association the possible address of destination and tentative duration of duty


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b. Report presence to the nearest nursing organization in the area

c. Report to the Philippine Nurses Association the arrival in the country

ADVANTAGES OF PDN

1. The chance to see life as it really is, to study human nature and to know at close rangeinteresting people of different nationalities, cultures, religion and status.

2. The opportunity to make friends through close association with the patient and his family3. The chance to see the world4. The ability to own time , adjust work and private life satisfactorily and direct off-duty time into

enjoyable leisure

5. The chance to keep abreast with new knowledge and procedures which provide an exciting,

stimulating experience with infinite variety of problems to solve and personal satisfaction to begleaned

6. The challenge of giving the best in providing care and having the satisfaction of seeing its result

DISADVANTAGES OF PDN1. Some PDN creates a situation in which the patients become totally dependent on them2. Many PDN graduated so long ago and have not upgraded their knowledge and skills3. There are not enough nurses for night shifts , for holiday, week-ends and vacation periods4. Being a lone practitioner minimizes opportunity for developing good relationships with other

hospital personnel

5. Some PDN resent supervision by hospital staff

6.Little assistance is given by the Head Nurse when the patient is critically ill and the PDN needs

help in the treatment or in changing the position of the patient

7. PDN have very little or no participation in professional activities. If they ever do , they do so ontheir own time and expense.

8. Nurses who are very experienced and well-qualified receive the same fees as the new graduates

9. PDN face problems in private practice being independent contractors and there is greater need

for liability insurance


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10. There are no retirement, insurance and medicare benefits unless the PDN provide these for

themselves

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSING OR INDUSTRIAL NURSING

Provides and delivers health care services to workers Focuses on promotion , protection and supervision of workers health within the context of

safe and healthy work environment.

Make independent nursing judgment in providing health services

POINTS TO CONSIDER

consideration of patients welfare must know the companys policies on personnel, insurance benefits, sick leave, pay rates, health

programs, medical matters and records.

Custodians of employees health records, counselors and advisers of the workers, interpreters ofcompany policies, health and safety teachers as well as first aider to the injured.

NURSING EDUCATIONQUALIFICATIONS OF THE FACULTY

a. be a registered nurse in the Philippinesb. have at least of one year of clinical practice in a field of specializationc. be a member of good standing in the accredited professional nursing organization

d. be a holder of a masters degree in nursing, education or other allied medical and health

sciences conferred by a college or university duly recognized by the government of the Republic of

the Philippines

SPECIAL QUALITIES OF FACULTY MEMBERS capability to promote interest in the subject they teach. competence in the particular field they teach Resourcefulness with infinite patience , understanding confidence and perseverance


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expertise in providing nursing care in the chosen field aside from the qualities of good rolemodels

MILITARY NURSING or NURSE CORPS

QUALIFICATIONS

have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a duly recognized university licensed to practice nursing Natural born-Filipino citizen be single or has never been married for both male and female candidates. be mentally and physically fit for military service cleared by appropriate security agencies have a pleasing personality and a good moral character be interested and willing to work in both peaceful and wartime conditions not be more than 32 years old age at the time of commission be skillful in

a. applying nursing process in meeting health/nursing needs of the people

b. communicating well with others

c. making sound judgement in a given situation

Height Requirements

a. 62 inches for males

b. 60 inches for females

PRIVELEGES/BENEFITS High salary rate and allowance

a. as Second Lieutenant as the rank

b. Hazard pay which is 20 0/0 of the base pay


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CLINIC NURSING

Nurse acts as a receptionist ,answers phone, does the billing, takes the x-rays and ECG, changesthe dressing gives injection(BCG,DPT and others) and assist in physical examinations.

The nurse may even do the autoclaving of instruments, keep records , order and store supplies,make follow up calls and referrals for patients

Nurses in this field must have excellent teaching and communication skills, possess goodassessment skills and have good insight in order to anticipate and interpret the needs of their

patients

ADVANTAGES OF CLINIC NURSING Favorable working hours Satisfaction of working with people and like them in return Efficient nurses are trusted

DISADVANTAGES IN CLINIC NURSING

Clinic nurses receive a slightly lower salary than hospital nurses There is a written contract setting forth the professional and personal arrangements between

the nurse and the employer can be mutually beneficial

INDEPENDENT NURSING PRACTICE The nurse is self-employed and provides professional nursing services to client/patient and their

families

The nurse reach out and offer their services rather than expect clients to seek their help Make referrals and collaborate with physicians and other discipline as needed by the client or

family

CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST/NURSE SPECIALIST

Nurses have specialized in education and experience beyond nursing program Requires the knowledge and skills obtained through graduate study in nursing is an expert practitioner within a specialized field of nursing.


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some concentrate on cancer , rehabilitation, care of the patient with ostomies, psychiatry andothers.

Involve patient care, research, teaching,consultation and management.GUIDELINES IN CHOOSING A FIELD OF NURSING

QUALIFICATIONS What is your educational qualifications? Does it fit the job you are applying for? YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING What are your experiences and training? Are these relevant to the position that you are applying for? AGE AND PHYSICAL CONDITION How much physical energy is required of the job? Can you work long hours without tiring easily EMOTIONAL STABILITY AND GOALS IN LIFE How is your emotional self? Can you be calm even under stress Do you get along well with people? Will you rather be alone or in a crowd? What is your primary aim in going to nursing: earn money or have the satisfaction of helping

people?

YOUR OWN OBJECTIVES AND PHILOSOPHY IN LIFE WILL DETERMINE TO A GREAT EXTENT THE KIND OF

FIELD YOU WISH TO GET INTO

NURSING OPPORTUNITIES ABROAD

NCLEX

The National Council License Exam (NCLEX) is a test that each nurse must pass in order to obtain a

license to practice nursing in the state where they will work. In the United States, licensing is under the


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authority of each individual state, not the federal government. Nurses cannot apply directly to the

NCLEX, but must apply through one of the states.

CANADIAN REGISTERED NURSE EXAMThe Nursing Entrance Test for Canada

The Canadian registered nurse exam must be written in Canada. If you want to become a registered

nurse in Canada you must take and pass this exam. There are no testing offices outside of Canada and

the exam is only offered three times per year.

1. The exam is a paper based test.

2. Multiple choice questions are marked by computer

scanning technology.

3. 300 questions

English as a Second Language Language Requirements for a Registered Nurse in Canada

If you have english as a second language and you want to become a registered nurse in Canada,your english language learning must go beyond the understanding of medical words.

You must be able to competently read, write, speak, and listen to clients and colleagues in yourrole as a registered nurse in the Canadian Health Care System.

Language issues are always a concern in health care because it is not possible for a patient to give an

informed consent if they do not fully understand the risks and benefits of the procedures they are

consenting to.

IRELAND

Nurses and midwives who have completed their training and gained registration in countriesoutside the Republic of Ireland must apply for admission to the Register maintained by An Board

Altranais (The Nursing Board) prior to practicing in Ireland.


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The majority of applicants with a current Nursing Registration in another developed country should

have little difficulty in obtaining registration with An Board Altranais.

There is a fee for assessing your application.

NEW ZEALAND

Nurses who have gained registration or enrolment in countries other than New Zealand mustapply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand for admission to the register before being able to

practise in New Zealand.

The Nursing Council of New Zealand is a statutory authority. It governs the practice of nurses.The Council sets and monitors standards in the interests of the public and the professions.

To work as a registered nurse in New Zealand, your qualification must be assessed by theNursing Council of New Zealand.

The Nursing Council assesses each applicant on an individual basis.

UNITED KINGDOM

Nursing & Midwifery Council is the regulatory body for nursing profession in the UnitedKingdom.

You must register with the NMC before you can work as a registered nurse or midwife in theUnited Kingdom.

NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL

The NMC assesses whether or not your education, training and experience have satisfactorilyprepared you to carry out the duties of a registered nurse or registered midwife in the United

Kingdom.

The NMC register is divided into parts that indicate different specialties or professions. Thesecurrently include general nursing, mental health nursing, learning disabilities nursing, childrens

nursing and midwifery.

In order to apply for a given part of the NMC register you will need to have actually been trainedin that discipline.

INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING

TESTING SYSTEM (IELTS)


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You must complete the general module and gain a mark of 5.5 in each category and an overall band

score of 6.5.

Applicants who do not meet the requirements for nursing registration may be required toundergo further experience with instruction through a Department of Nursing within a New

Zealand educational institution.

SALARY AND COMPENSATION Locally, a professional nurse employed in government receives an entry level salary of P6,000 a

month in rural areas while nurses in the urbanized areas receive around P8,000 a month.

In the private sector, the rate averages around P12,000 per month.Overseas, the pay scale is much way above local rates with the US market offering a monthly salary of

$4,000, the United Kingdom with $ 34,221 (17,000 entry level) and the Middle East $700 - $1,500.

APPLICATION LETTER

An Application Cover Letteris also known as an application letter.There are three types of application letters.

1) A letter in response to a known job vacancy,2) a letter inquiring about possible vacancies and3) a networking letter which asks for assistance with the job search.

A letter of application is sent along with the resume which will provide additional information on the

applicants skills and qualifications which are relevant to the applied job.

The application letterprovides the prospective employer a chance to take note of the specificskills, experience and achievements of the applicant. If well written this type of a cover letter

can prompt the employer to form a good opinion of the applicant

it lends to the first impression on the applicant, it is imperative that you write an effectiveapplication letter to make a good impression.

This can be achieved by highlighting how your skills are equal to the desired skills which areneeded to do the job.

All cover letters have one goal in common, and that is to grab the readers attention and makethe reviewer call the applicant in for an interview.


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RULES:1. The resume has to be impressive as the cover letter claims it to be. This is important as the content

e cover letter has to be matched by an excellent resume.

2. The format used for the cover letter will depend on the type of job applied for.

3. A good Application Cover Letter should not only address the applicants capabilities but should also

align these with the job requirements mentioned in the advertisements.

4. Make your application letter unique. Most applicants will go online and download a sample of a

cover letter and will not change any items in order to make it more personal. A cover letter which is not

customized will not be an effective one.

5. The opening statement should be a strong one. Instead of putting the identifying position on the

left hand corner of the letter you can centre and state it clearly.

6. The letter should convey to the reader that applicant is competent, courteous and confident.

7. Keep it short. The letter should not be more than four paragraphs. It should explain why you are

interested in the job and why you think you are the person that is best suited for the job. Be positive and

convey your enthusiasm for the job, and finally give information as to how you can be contacted for an

interview.

COVER LETTER TEMPLATE Contact Information

The first section of your cover letter should include information on how the employer can

contact you. If you have contact information for the employer, include that. Otherwise, just listyour information.

Your Contact InformationYour Name

Your Address

Your City, State, Zip Code

Your Phone Number

Your Email Address

Date

Employer Contact InformationName

Title

Company

Address

City, State, Zip Code


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Salutation Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:

Body of Cover Letter The body of your cover letter lets the employer know what position you are applying

for, why the employer should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up.

First Paragraph: The first paragraph of your letter should include information on why you are writing.

Mention the position you are applying for. Include the name of a mutual contact, if you

have one. Be clear and concise regarding your request. Convince the reader that they

should grant the interview or appointment you requested in the first paragraph.

Middle Paragraphs:The next section of your cover letter should describe what you have to offer the employer.Make strong connections between your abilities and their needs. Mention specifically how your

skills and experience match the job you are applying for. Remember, you are interpreting your

resume, not repeating it. Try to support each statement you make with a piece of evidence. Use

several shorter paragraphs or bullets rather than one large block of text.

Final Paragraph:Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position.

Include information on how you will follow-up. State that you will do so and indicate when (one

week's time is typical). You may want to reduce the time between sending out your resume and

follow up if you fax or e-mail it.

Complimentary Close: Respectfully yours, Signature:

Handwritten Signature (for a mailed letter) Typed Signature

THE RESUM A resume is not just a list of accomplishments. It is your high-caliber selling agent, a sales pitch

that will present you to your prospective employer in your Sunday best.

Remember, a successful product is well organized, well presented, and well packaged. Itsappearance on the shelf screams, "Buy me! Buy me!" You are such a product. Your resume must

scream, "Hire me! Hire me!"


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It's important that your resume be as strong and positive as possible. A poorly organized and haphazardly written resume tells employers that you are not

serious about yourself. And if you are not serious about yourself, you are probably not

serious about the job you are eyeing, either.

With your resume before them, employers can visualize how you will operate within theframework of their corporation, and how your skills and abilities will be utilized in the future

development of the company. Make yourself fit the job.

STYLES AND TYPES OF RESUMES

resumes styles can be divided into three general types: Chronological

Functional

Combination

THE CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

This style lists your job and education history in a reverse chronological order: you begin withthe most recent and work backwards.

THE FUNCTIONAL RESUME

This style does not follow a chronological order, and leaves out the names of employers,educational history, and all dates. Instead, this resume concentrates on your skills and abilities,

and presents them in a clear, concise manner.

THE COMBINATION RESUME

This style combines the prime elements of both the Chronological and Functional Resumes,presenting your skills and abilities in an effective manner, while at the same time respecting the

demands of employers to see some sort of job chronology.

LAYOUT

PERSONAL INFORMATION:Your Name

Your Address

Telephone, Fax

Email

POSITION APPLIED FOR:Employers always want to know which position you're applying for, as they might have several

openings. Don't make the employer guess.


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YOUR OBJECTIVES:This is your sales pitch. Keep it short. Keep it precise. Don't ramble. Stay focused. Write no more

than one sentence. Or two, but only if you absolutely have to.

EXPERIENCE:This is your work history. Use the chronological, functional, or combination approach -whichever suits your needs. All three are good.

Include the following facts: Dates of employment. Make sure you don't leave a gap in years. Employers like

to see the fact that you were always employed. Even if you were unemployed,

put down something that you did that was meaningful, like going back to school,

or volunteering.

Name and location of your employer. Type of work you did. Give not only the position title, but also a very brief

description of what you actually did.

EDUCATION:Use the chronological method to summarize the skills and education that make you the ideal

candidate for the job you're applying for. Don't use the shotgun approach, which means trying

to get a broad coverage. Stay focused. Emphasize those skills, the education and training that

specifically pertain to the position you're applying for.

This is where a lot of people make themselves irrelevant by throwing in everything but thekitchen sink. Don't make the employer wade through everything you've done. Lead him throughthe highlights of your education and training that clearly fit the type of skills he or she is looking

for.

REFERENCES:You will be expected to list the names of people whom the employer can contact for

information about you.

Make sure you get the permission of the people you'll be putting down as references,because nothing is worse than a cold call from someone you don't expect to be calling.

Give the following information about each reference: Full name (spelled correctly) Title (Mr. Ms, Dr.) Title of the position held by the referee Name of business and address


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Telephone, fax, email

RESUME TEMPLATE

First Last NameStreet Address

City, State, Zip

Phone (Cell/Home)

Email Address

Objective (optional)What do you want to do? If you include this section it should be a sentence or two about your

employment goals. A customizedobjectivethat describes why you are the perfect candidate for

the job can help your resume stand out from the competition.

Career Highlights / Qualifications (optional)A customized section of your resume that lists key achievements, skills, traits, and experience

relevant to the position for which you are applying can serve dual purposes. It highlights your

relevant experience and lets the prospective employer know that you have taken the time to

create a resume that shows how you are qualified for the job.

ExperienceThis section of your resume includes your work history. List the companies you worked for,

dates of employment, the positions you held and a bulleted list of responsibilities and

achievements.

Company #1City, State

Dates Worked

Job TitleResponsibilities / Achievements

Company #2City, State

Dates Worked

Job TitleResponsibilities / Achievements

EducationIn the education section of your resume, list the colleges you attended, the degrees you

attained, and any special awards and honors you earned.
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College, Degree Awards, Honors

SkillsInclude skills related to the position / career field that you are applying for i.e. computer skills,

language skills.

References available upon requestThere is no need to include references on your resume. Rather, have a separate list of

references to give to employers upon request.

WHAT NOT TO PUT IN A RESUME

DON'T include personal information such as: Your age

Your marital status

Your children's ages

Your problems finding a job Hard-luck stories

How difficult your life is

DON'T include details about your physical shortcomings such as: Any disabilities

You can't drive

You've survived some trauma

How you've been victimized

DON'T include details that show you in a bad light such as: Any type of negativity

Self-ridicule

That you've never had a job before

DON'T include your height, weight or photo (unless this information is specifically requested bya prospective employer).

DON'T ramble on about how much you used to make in your past jobs. DON'T mention family members and their employment or interests.

These are some of the important points you should always keep in front of you.

These are rules you must stick to closely.

INTERVIEW

Is a face to face conference between two people.


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For the employer it gives him/her the chance to assess the applicants personality, alertness inanswering the questions, poise and command of the spoken language

For the applicant it gives him/her a background of the institution, its potential as a workingplace, its objective and the working condition.

MEN'S INTERVIEW ATTIRE

Suit (solid color - navy or dark grey) Long sleeve shirt (white or coordinated with the suit) Belt Tie Dark socks, conservative leather shoes Little or no jewelry Neat, professional hairstyle Limit the aftershave Neatly trimmed nails Portfolio or briefcase

WOMENS ATTIRE FOR INTERVIEW

Suit (navy, black or dark grey) The suit skirt should be long enough so you can sit down comfortably Coordinated blouse Conservative shoes Limited jewelry (no dangling earrings or arms full of bracelets) No jewelry is better than cheap jewelry Professional hairstyle Neutral pantyhose


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If your clothes are dry clean only, take them to the cleaners after an interview, so they are readyfor next time.

Polish your shoes. Bring a breath mint and use it before you enter the building.

Interview body language

Handshake

A dry, firm hand shake reflects a strong personality and is what most employers are looking for. Limp,sweaty hands are definitely a no.

This is the first body language in the interview that your interviewer will "read".

Hands

Do not exaggerate hand gestures when you are talking.

Try answering aninterview questionin front of a mirror to help you understand how much you move

your hands while talking.

Eye Contact

Maintain eye contact but do not stare. If you are uncomfortable with this kind of body language look

at the interviewer's nose as it has the same effect. Do not let your eyes wander away from your

interviewer.

Fidget: Simple - do not fidget.

Avoid playing with your hair, clicking pens and the like.
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Winning Interview Skills

Learn and Practice Learn how to prepare for common interviewing approach review Behavioral Based Interviewing Employer Research Mistakes! Money! Money! Money! Practice Makes Perfect

Traditional Interview vs. Behavioral Interview

In a traditional interview, you will be asked a series of questions which typically have straightforward answers like "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" or "What major challenges

and problems did you face? How did you handle them?" or "Describe a typical work week."

In a behavioral interview, an employer has decided what skills are needed in the person theyhire and will ask questions to find out if the candidate has those skills. Instead of asking how you

would behave, they will ask how you did behave. The interviewer will want to know how you

handled a situation, instead of what you might do in the future

During the Behavioral Interview

During the interview, if you are not sure how to answer the question, ask for clarification. Thenbe sure to include these points in your answer:

A specific situation The tasks that needed to be done The action you took The results i.e. what happened

It's important to keep in mind that there are no rights or wrong answers. The interviewer is simply trying to understand how you behaved in a given situation. How you

respond will determine if there is a fit between your skills and the position the company is

seeking to fill.

So, listen carefully, be clear and detailed when you respond and, most importantly, be honest.

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