RA 9173 (Philippine Nursing Act of 2002) Section 26

Requirement for Inactive Nurses Returning to Practice.

Section 26

SEC. 26. Requirement for Inactive Nurses Returning to Practice. — Nurses who have not actively practiced the profession for five (5) consecutive years are required to undergo one (1) month of didactic training and three (3) months of practicum. The Board shall accredit hospitals to conduct the said training program.

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