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!