ORNAP Advisory Meeting Held

Gary A. Liberal, RN

The ORNAP advisory meeting was held last December 12, 2009 at the East Avenue Medical Center. The advisory meeting started at around 3:00 PM and was the first under the incumbent Board of Directors. Present during this meeting were the eleven ORNAP officers and board members and eight (8) former presidents of the organization
Formers presidents who attended the meeting were Ms. Teresita Artuz, Ms. Vivian Formento, Mr. Manuel Canlas, Sister Anna Virginia Magpily, Mr. Rony Fajilagutan, Ms. Marilyn Aro, Ms. Evelyn Gaffud and Mr. Antonio Valera. Matters discussed during the meeting were organizational updates, plans, activities and financial reporting.
ORNAP advisory meetings were held occasionally to guide and help the incumbent officers in carrying out their organizational tasks to achieve and maintain the organization’s vision and mission. All the past presidents who were present during the meeting had expressed their utmost support to the incumbent officers
After the advisory meeting a simple Christmas party was held in celebration of the yuletide season.

ORNAP-Davao held its 10th Convention

Mar Franco G. Amigo, RN

“Perioperative Nurses: Influencing the Future of Safe Patient Care”, is the theme for The Operating Room Nurses Association of the Philippines – Davao Chapter’s 10th Annual Regional Convention and Scientific Meeting held last November 28, 2009 at the Waterfront Insular Hotel, Lanang, Davao City. The theme focuses on patient’s safety especially on perioperative nursing care. Promoting harmony among surgeons, anesthesiologist and perioperative nurses to create an environment of safety for patients and rendering the best achievable perioperative nursing care.
An overwhelming number (492) of participants on both academe and health institutions who came from Davao City, Davao del Sur, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental and Compostela Valley making the event possible. There were also participants from as far as CARAGA Region, Maguindanao, North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sarangani and Sultan Kudarat who traveled hours just for the gathering. The Northern Mindanao Chapter headed by their President,  together with the other officers and members were also present. Completing the assemblage were guests from ORNAP National leaded by the National President, Cathline D. Avellano, RN accompanied by Flor Burgos, RN and Redenta Mamaclay, RN.
The morning was commenced with a Eucharistic Mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Ritchie Gamaya with the chapter’s officers and the participants. Rochelle Jane F. Sumampong, ORNAP-Davao Chapter President formally opened the Convention proper. The participants were informed and updated with regard to the ORNAP national activities and funding through the National President’s report given by the president herself. The Keynote Speaker, a nurse by profession, Nida M. Penar, RN, MAN, MAHA, shares her personal experiences in the operating room which motivates and inspires everyone on how important perioperative nursing is to the safety of each patient. She was given warmth applause after her talk.
“TIME OUT: Safety Surgical Checklist”, started the scientific sessions with Rodel Migue Flores, MD, DPBS, as the lecturer. He emphasized on the importance of the WHO Safety Surgical Checklist and detailed the different process measures that comprise the checklist.
A lavish banquet was taken pleasure in by the guests and participants in the scenic beachfront tent of the Waterfront Insular Hotel at the same time as listening to the jazz music played on. As the others are still enjoying the feast, a number of participants had the opportunity to visit and roam around the scientific exhibits of the participating exhibitors. This was definitely an out of the ordinary bliss to get ready for another stirring afternoon activity.
The afternoon meeting was initiated by a plastic surgeon, Arnulfo Mapayo, MD, with the topic on “Reconstructive Surgery: New Trends in Care of Surgical Wounds”. Queries were raised and were entertained subsequently. Annabelle R. Borromeo, RN, PhD, CNS, was the next presenter with a rousing lecture on “Wanted: A few Good Perioperative Nurses”. She accentuated on the makings of a nurse who is successful and lives a life of meaning and influence by means of real life experiences of her own. Last of all, a Past Board of Nursing, Eufemia S. Faciolan-Octaviano, RN, EdD, had an exciting talk on “Communication: A Vital Competence in Patient Care”. She discussed the subject very well. The significance of communication to the nursing care is the focal point of the talk.
In about to end and to bring forth the success of the convention, special gifts and tokens were given to some of the fortunate participants whose names were luckily drawn.
Certainly, without a doubt, the convention was an outstanding achievement through the passion and solidarity of each of the officers and their advisers.
Congratulation and Mabuhay ORNAP-Davao Chapter!

ORNAP Leyte Chapter 2ND Foundation Anniversary & Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting

Romeo B. Santarina, AB, RN, MM

On November 12, 2009 at 5 o’clock in the morning, Ms. Flor Burgos, ORNAP Vice President and yours truly left Manila via Philippine Airlines to Tacloban City, Leyte to attend the 2nd Regional Convention of ORNAP Leyte Chapter. Our energetic ORNAP National President Ms. Cathline D. Avellano arrived at Leyte late in the afternoon after finishing the successful JCI accreditation of their hospital, the Saint Luke’s Medical Center.
The Leyte Chapter convention held at Asia Convention Center Tacloban City, Leyte with the theme “Quality Improvement Towards Perioperative Patient’s Safety”.
The ORNAP Leyte Chapter officers proven their sincerity and willingness to upgrade and be known the ORNAP LEYTE CHAPTER.
More than two hundred delegates participated for two days affair. The goal of our organization shown significance after all the convention speakers delivered their part. The audience participation are positive indicator that the speakers made it. I would like also to take this opponunity to congratulate our very own National President when she received also positive approval from the listeners.
The dedications of all the officers in Leyte gave to much interest in my part as their Monitoring Officer from National Chapter. I’m so proud to all of you. Keep up the good work!
MABUHAY! ORNAP LEYTE CHAPTER!

ORNAP-Zamboanga held its 4th Convention

Maricor C. Domingo, RN
(President - Zamboanga Chapter)

ORNAP Zamboanga commemorated our 4th year as a member with the gathering of perioperative nurses not only city wide but also colleagues from Isabela City, the municipality of Lamitan Basilan, the provinces of Sibugay and Del Norte as well as the Island of Jolo within the peninsula. All sectors were represented, from perioperative nurses, to the members of the academe, and nursing students as well.
The day and a half affair started off with the introduction of ORNAP officers both national and local and graced by our city mayor, the Honorable Celso L. Lobregat.
With the theme of Perioperative Nurses: Humankind in Our Hands, emphasis was placed on the nurturing of our kind. Hence, the basic concepts of values and communication and their application in the working area were one of the topics introduced.
The Principles and Standards of PNA (Philippine Nurses Association) was clearly explained and expounded by the PNA Governor for Region IX, Florence A. Alcazar. Members were reminded of our responsibilities, benefits, and most importantly the growth of our profession.
One of our participants’ favourite topics per evaluation result was brain surgery.  It is a common procedure but observed and assisted only by those in the operating room. We aim to introduce concepts that might not be done here in Zamboanga but worth knowing.
Gatherings like this enable us to interact and relate to one another and take pride in being perioperative nurses.
Our heartfelt Muchas Gracias to the National Chapter executives for your support and encouragement.
With our knowledge, the heart to serve and hands that nurture, we aim for the Best!

GIFT GIVING 2009

Charles Wayne N. Andino, R.N.

The yuletide season is fast approaching, in line of this wonderful event, the Operating Room Nurses Association of the Philippines (ORNAP) Inc. held its annual gift giving activity. The chosen recipient for this year is the East Avenue Medical Center (EAMC). Nearly 80 pediatric patients all over the hospital received assorted toys to brighten up the spirit of the young boys and girls admitted during Christmas time. It gives them hope and the strength to get well soon. It is definitely the best time to bring out smiles as we remember our less fortunate brothers and sisters this time of the year. This event is a part of the organization’s social commitment and community outreach. The event took place last December 9,2009 in the different pediatric units at the EAMC. Included is the oncology, surgical, intensive care, medical and orhopedic units. The gift giving activity began with a courtesy call to the EAMC’s Director Dr. Roland Cortez. He expressed his outmost gratitude to the organization for choosing EAMC as this year’s recipient.
The activity was headed by the ORNAP’s ever dearest President,  Ms. Cathline D. Avellano, R.N., together with the ORNAP officers, Vice-President: Ms. Flor P. Burgos, R.N., M.A.N., Ed. D., Secretary: Redenta C. Mamaclay, R.N., Treasurer: Ma. Cecilia G. Gatchalian, R.N., Asst. Treasurer: Maricar M. De Paz, R.N., Auditor: Eugene Camello, R.N., PRO: Rosario P. Aquino, R.N., and ORNAP Board Members: Charles Wayne N. Andino, R.N., Romeo E. Santarina, R.N. and Gary A. Liberal, R.N.  The event started at around 1pm. The Board of Directors monthly meeting followed shortly after the end of the Gift Giving held at the EAMC’s conference room.