Republic Act No. 6758: Nurses Minimum Base Pay
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Republic Act No. 6758: Nurses Minimum Base Pay

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What is the title of Republic Act No. 9173?

  • The Nursing Profession Improvement Act
  • The Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 (correct)
  • The Philippine Nursing Act of 1991
  • The Health Services Improvement Act

    • What is the main aim of Republic Act No. 9173 in relation to the nursing profession?

  • Limit nursing personnel in the healthcare system
  • Decrease the quality of nursing education
  • Reduce the number of nurses in the country
  • Ensure better career prospects for nurses (correct)

    • How many members are there in the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing as specified in the text?

  • 10 members
  • 6 members (correct)
  • 8 members
  • 5 members

    • What type of health services does the State guarantee through Republic Act No. 9173?

    <p>Quality basic health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Republic Act No. 9173 in terms of working conditions for nurses?

    <p>To institute measures for humane working conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which act did Republic Act No. 9173 repeal?

    <p>'The Philippine Nursing Act of 1991'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum base pay of nurses working in public health institutions according to Republic Act No. 6758?

    <p>Equal to salary grade 15</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who shares the costs of training at least ten percent (10%) of the nursing staff in government hospitals, as per the text?

    <p>Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office and Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for establishing an incentive and benefit system for nurses according to the text?

    <p>Department of Health and Board of Nursing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are adjustments to the salaries of nurses working in local government units made?

    <p>In accordance with Section 10 of Republic Act No. 6758</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What funding source is mentioned for the Comprehensive Nursing Specialty Program in the text?

    <p>Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office and Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What non-cash benefits are mentioned for nurses in the text?

    <p>Free hospital care, scholarship grants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to nurses whose names appear on the roster of nurses?

    <p>They are automatically registered under the Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what conditions can a nurse be issued a certificate of registration/professional license without examination?

    <p>If they are registered under the laws of a foreign state with similar requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ipso facto' mean in the context of automatic registration of nurses?

    <p>Automatically or by operation of law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What privilege does the law grant to registered nurses from the Philippines in foreign states with reciprocity?

    <p>Same privileges as subjects or citizens of that foreign state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a special/temporary permit for nurses?

    <p>To practice nursing in specified circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timeframe provided for formulating the rules and regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of the Act?

    <p>90 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what publication should the implementing rules and regulations be published?

    <p>Official Gazette or any newspaper of general circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will happen to the remaining parts of the Act if any part is declared unconstitutional?

    <p>The remaining parts become valid and operational</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which previous Act is specifically mentioned as being repealed by this new Act?

    <p>Republic Act No. 7164</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does this Act take effect?

    <p>Fifteen days after its publication in the Official Gazette or two newspapers of general circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who shall be involved in formulating the rules and regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act?

    <p>Board, Commission, and accredited professional organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What penalty may be imposed on a person practicing nursing without the required documents?

    <p>Imprisonment for less than one year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What penalty may be imposed on a person using someone else's nursing license?

    <p>A fine of more than P100,000.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What penalty may be imposed on a person found using an invalid nursing license?

    <p>Both a fine and imprisonment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What penalty may be imposed on a person who gives false evidence to obtain a nursing license?

    <p>Both a fine and imprisonment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action by an individual can lead to posing or advertising as a registered nurse?

    <p>Having a suspended nursing license</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is prohibited in the Article VIII of the text?

    <p>'Falsely posing or advertising as a registered and licensed nurse'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Republic Act No. 9173

    • Title: Republic Act No. 9173 is known as the "Philippine Nursing Act of 2002."
    • Aims to professionalize the nursing profession, ensuring quality health care service delivery by setting educational requirements and standards.

    Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing

    • Composed of five members responsible for regulating the nursing profession in the Philippines.

    State Guarantee of Health Services

    • The State guarantees accessible and affordable health services to all individuals, promoting the health needs of the population.

    Working Conditions for Nurses

    • Aims to improve overall working conditions for nurses, ensuring fair treatment and support within the healthcare system.

    Repealed Act

    • Republic Act No. 9173 repeals Republic Act No. 7164.

    Minimum Base Pay

    • Establishes that the minimum base pay for nurses in public health institutions aligns with Republic Act No. 6758.

    Training Costs in Government Hospitals

    • Costs for training at least 10% of nursing staff in government hospitals will be shared by the government and concerned nursing institutions.

    Incentive and Benefit System

    • The Department of Health is responsible for establishing an incentive and benefit system for nurses.

    Salary Adjustments

    • Local government units have the authority to implement adjustments to nurse salaries.

    Funding Source for Nursing Program

    • Funding for the Comprehensive Nursing Specialty Program is mentioned as allocated from government resources.

    Non-Cash Benefits

    • Non-cash benefits for nurses can include health insurance, education grants, and other support services.

    Roster of Nurses

    • Nurses whose names appear on the roster are recognized as licensed professionals, maintaining their legal ability to practice.

    Automatic Registration

    • Nurses can obtain a certificate of registration or professional license without examination under specific conditions.

    Meaning of 'Ipso Facto'

    • 'Ipso facto' means that automatic registration occurs by the very fact of a nurse meeting the criteria set forth by law.

    Privilege in Foreign States

    • Registered nurses from the Philippines are granted the privilege to practice in foreign states with reciprocal agreements.

    Special/Temporary Permit

    • A special or temporary permit allows nurses to practice in specific circumstances while awaiting full licensure.

    Rule Formulation Timeframe

    • The law specifies a timeframe for formulating necessary rules and regulations to implement the Act effectively.

    Publication of Rules

    • The implementing rules and regulations must be published in a newspaper of general circulation.

    Unconstitutional Provisions

    • If any part of the Act is declared unconstitutional, the remaining provisions continue to be effective.

    Previous Act Repealed

    • The specific Act repealed by Republic Act No. 9173 is Republic Act No. 7164.

    Effectivity of the Act

    • The Act takes effect 15 days after its official publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper.

    Rule Formulation Participation

    • Various stakeholders, including nursing professionals and regulatory bodies, are involved in formulating rules and regulations.

    Penalties for Unauthorized Practice

    • Practicing nursing without the required documents may result in fines or imprisonment.

    Penalties for Misuse of License

    • Using another nurse's license or an invalid license carries severe penalties, including possible criminal charges.

    False Evidence for Licensure

    • Individuals providing false evidence to acquire a nursing license face significant legal consequences.

    Posing as a Registered Nurse

    • Actions such as falsely using titles or advertising oneself as a registered nurse without proper licensure are prohibited.

    Prohibited Actions

    • Article VIII outlines specific actions that are illegal, including but not limited to misrepresentation and unlawful practice of nursing.

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    Learn about the minimum base pay of nurses working in public health institutions as prescribed under Republic Act No. 6758, also known as the 'Compensation and Classification Act of 1989'. Understand the provisions for nurses working in local government units and the funding mechanisms for the comprehensive salary standardization program.

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