The Operating Room Nurses Association of the
Philippines, Inc. (ORNAP) recently conducted its 40th annual convention and
every member of the organization were once again enriched and fulfilled with
vast knowledge and the spirit of camaraderie. However, the members from the
Iloilo Chapter brought home something more than just the distinct benefits
brought home by the other participants.
The aformentioned gathering of operating room nurses
from all over the country celebrated the event with the theme: Teamwork and
Transparency in Perioperative Nursing. It was held in The Tent, Manila Hotel,
Manila last July 6, 2014 and it was evident from start to finish that everyone
was excited to be part of something this big.
Moreover and just like icing on the cake, the ORNAP
Iloilo Chapter took home the 'Best Local Chapter' award and definitely the
celebration wasn't going to stop there. Plans were already at hand for an
upcoming victory party back home.
As soon as the word was out that there was going to
be a celebration, everyone was enlivened, not simply because of the prize in
possession but because the event, as well, was another chance to relive the
bond that was once forged between members from various hospitals of Iloilo.
Apparently, preparations were made which was spearheaded by the officers of the
chapter.
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| ORNAP Iloilo Chapter Officers |
The party took place in Soriano Beach Resort, Oton,
Iloilo on August 3, 2014. The vibrant and charming pair of Ms. Jevy Celera and
Mr. Ryan Suyo paved the way as the emcees. It was very well organized as there
was a prompt registration manned by Ms. Maria Amy Glyza Manzano. Of course,
nothing could have been achieved without God's grace so, the activity was
commenced with a prayer led by Ms. Maria Christine Barbosa. Opening remarks
were given by the incumbent president, Ms. Demelen Gancero, as she was
acknowledged and congratulated for doing a most wonderful job.
The party wouldn't be complete without games so
everyone participated in the peanut shoot-out, the scrub relay and 'chase the
tail' games organized by the officers. The WVMC Boys took home the awards for
the first two games while the IDH team snatched a possible three-peat from them
by winning the last event.
Then came the seemingly most-awaited part, lunch
time. The food was great as almost everyone had seconds. After a while,
everyone relaxed and took turns singing on the videoke machine rented out by
the officers.
The whole event was so much fun and everyone was
delighted. Surely enough, the award signified not only a mere celebration of
winning but that everyone within the chapter was honored to have their group
recognized nationwide.
Article by: Mr. Rodel Pastrana, RN (IDH)
