Section 35, Article VII of the Nursing Act of 2002 enumerates the following prohibited acts which, if an individual is convicted of, will produce a fine of not less than ₱50,000.00 nor more than ₱100,000.00 or imprisonment of not less than one year nor more than six years, or both upon discretion of the court:
- Practicing nursing without the meaning of the Nursing Act:
- Without a certificate or license except if exempted, including the use of another’s certificate or license, invalid certificate or license, or falsely obtained certificate or license.
- Appending BSN/RN titles or any similar appendage to their name without having been conferred said degree or registration.
- Who, as a registered and licensed nurse, abets or assists in the illegal practice of another who is not qualified to practice nursing.
- Conducting in-serve educational programs or review classes without permit from the Board and the Commission.
- Employers who violate the minimum base pay of nurses and the incentives and benefits that should be accorded to them.
- Any person or chief executive officer violating the provision of this Act and its rules and regulations.