Oathtaking Ceremony for Nurses Notice

Republic of the Philippines
Professional Regulation Commission
Manila

OATHTAKING CEREMONY FOR NURSES

Oath taking marks your admission to professional nursing practice. Professionalism demands that your attire befits the dignity of the occasion. You are required to wear nurse's uniform properly and appropriately.

The DRESS CODE jointly prescribed by the Board of Nursing and the Association of Deans of the Philippine Colleges if Nursing follows:

1. Uniform
• Female
• White non-transparent, non-sheen material; with collar, non-tight fitting skirts worn two inches below the knee, no ruffles, laces nor frills.
• Shoes: Closed white shoes with heels not more than two inches; no rubber shoes, step-in sandals
• Cap made of well starched, clean white cloth material
• Male
• White shirt; non-transparent, non-sheen material with collar
• White long pants
• White shoes and socks, no rubber shoes and sandals
2. Hair
• Female
• Length should not touch collar of uniform; no bangs nor fancy hairdo
• Long hair should be arranged/fixed in a neat bun
• No hair accessories like ribbons, sequined clips
• Male
• Length should not touch the collar of shirt, regular hair cut
• No mustache , clean shaven
3. Make-up
• Light and appropriate for the occasion
4. Jewelry
• Only the following are allowed
• Wrist watch, wedding band (if Married), and/or school ring and school pin
• No chokers, earring, bracelets, anklets, fashion jewelries of any kind

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR THE OATHTAKING

1. Free Seating of inductees and guests (on designated areas) means first come first serve basis.
2. Program will start promptly. Everyone must be in their seats 15 minutes before the start of the program.
3. Observe dress code and proper decorum.
4. Clapping is allowed but boisterous cheering must be avoided. Maintain the solemnity of the occasion.
5. Late comers are to occupy the back seats.
6. Oath forms are free but oathtakers must pay for the documentary stamps.
7. Picture-taking allowed only after the recessional
8. SHARP OBJECTS ARE NOT ALLOWED INSIDE THE VENUE

Thank you for your cooperation.

THE BOARD OF NURSING