The Integration of Ideas into One: ORNAP ILOILO 3RD Annual Regional Convention

The Operating Room Nurses’ Association of the Philippines Inc. – Iloilo Chapter 3^rd Annual Regional Convention with the theme: “The Power of Convergence in the Perioperative Nursing” was held in Sarabia Manor Hotel and Convention Center last January 18, 2014.

                The assembly was set to begin early with the registration at 7:00 am. In just a while, the attendance was already coming to completion and there was an upsurge of exuberance in the air. The participants were more ready to gain new knowledge and everyone was very eager to rekindle the camaraderie they once started with their friends from different hospital.

The scientific meeting was initiated by a Eucharistic celebration by Fr. Joel Eslabra and was followed by the processional of ORNAP Officers and guests. Mr. Miguel Angelo Labayen, Chapter President, formally opened the ceremony and Ms. Chardene Desalit, Vice President and the Over-all Chairman of the Convention delivered the opening remarks. Dr. Flor Burgos, ORNAP National President also conveyed her inspirational message.

Halfway through the morning activities, our very own Mayor, Hon. Jed Patrick Mabilog made his keynote address. It was followed by two lectures discussions about Pediatric Cardiology and Gynecologic Oncology Surgery spearheaded by Dr. Rea Franco and Dr. Maria Lora Tupas, respectively. Then came everyone’s favorite part of the gathering; lunch which was coupled with the presentation of qualified candidates for Board of Directors.

 Further topics on Orthopedic Surgery were discussed by Dr. Raoul Caῆonero. Significance of Quality Nursing Care by the ORNAP National Auditor, Mr. Gabriel Naig and Operating Room Guidelines on International Patient Safety Goals by the ORNAP National Vice President, Ms. Elesea Manahan.

Nearing the end, the ORNAP- Iloilo Chapter newly elected officers for 2014-2015 were presented and took their oath namely; Demelen Gancero (President-WVMC), Franky Muzones (Vice-President- IMH), Jevy Celera (Secretary-SPHI), Terence John Jalandoni (Asst. Secretary-IMH), Maria Jessly Rios (Treasurer-IMH), Charlotte Marisse Rubrico (Asst. Treasurer-IDH), Maria Amy Glyza Manzano (Auditor-SPHI), Mikel Marvin Tsai (PRO-IDH), BOARD MEMBERS: Rodel Pastrana (IDH), Charlene Mae Delfin (WVSUMC), Ryan Suyo (IDH), NOMELEC: Rhoda Gemarino (Chairman-IMH), Ma. Christine Barbosa (Member-WVMC), Katherine Rose Monroy (Member-WVSUMC). Raffle promos in between updates served as icebreakers and piqued the interest of most of the participants as they awaited their names to be called to receive random prizes from the association.

Lastly, the closing remarks were given by Sr. Marvelyn Aquino. All in all, the entire event was equally informative, as well as, an enjoyable experience for all attendees. It is definitely something that everyone can look forward to in the coming years.

Article Written by: Charlotte Marisse G. Rubrico, R.N. (IDH)

ORNAP ILOILO: On the Go at the 37th ORNAP National Convention

The Operating Room Nurses Association of the Philippines, Inc. (ORNAP)held its 37th Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting last July 02-03, 2011 at the Manila Hotel with the theme: “Preserving and Protecting the Epitome of Perioperative Nursing Practice Towards Quality Care and Patient Safety”. 

The two day scientific meeting embarked discussions on the upliftment of every nurse's ethico-moral and legal liability and accountability, personal and professional growth as well as other necessary practices  of perioperative nursing.

Iloilo Chapter was embraced with eager involvement and energetic enthusiasm of every participant as the chapter was once again recognized as newly active. ORNAP ILOILO was one of the 13 National Chapter Participants of the said convention with a total of 60 representatives from different Iloilo city hospitals and district hospitals of the province. Also marked with 187 registered regular members and 2 newly registered lifetime members. Indeed, our chapter is taking its milestones step by step looking forward to be the best!... In years to come! Mabuhay ORNAP ILOILO!

ORNAP ILOILO: A New Chapter for a New Beginning

A beautiful day was graced for ORNAP ILOILO CHAPTER as it was formally inaugurated by the ORNAP Regional President Mr. Romeo Santarina, AB,RN,MAN  at the Iloilo Grand Tower, Iloilo City on June 11, 2011.

This general assembly was attended by Chief Nurses, Supervisors, Head Nurses and Staff Nurses of various hospitals in the city and district hospitals of the region. The Program was opened by our very dear ORNAP ILOILO founder-adviser, Sr. Marvelyn Aquino, SPC, as she cordially welcomes a new beginning for a semi-active chapter to relight the burning fire of the past of this before active chapter.

The ORNAP ILOILO CHAPTER Officers were  as well inducted by the regional president to their oath of office before 44 witnesses followed with words of encouragement by the regional vice-president Mrs. Redenta Mamaclay.

As reviewed by our regional president and vice president, ORNAP ILOILO CHAPTER had been active years ago; the last activation was on the year 2009 but then unfortunately was left inactive for a while.

The program was preceded with an interaction between the participants and the guest speakers as questions and clarifications were asked and discussed to the full content of understanding.

The assembly was concluded by the newly inducted ORNAP ILOILO CHAPTER PRESIDENT Mr. Alex Gatmaitan, RN as he expressed that once again it is never too late for a very determined, unwavering and full of potential chapter to begin again hand in hand with fellow Operating Room Nurses with the grace of Lord, the fire should be kept burning. MABUHAY ORNAP ILOILO CHAPTER! MABUHAY!