Open Day spotlights nurses' role in shaping healthcare
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Minister of Health Dato Seri Setia Dr Mohd Isham Jaafar and Minister of Education Datin Seri Setia Dr Romaizah Mohd Salleh toured the facilities of JPMC College of Health Sciences (JCHS) at Ong Sum Ping Condominium during the annual Open Day event on Tuesday (June 24).
The duo commenced the event by inscribing an inspiring message on the college's wall of hope, dedicated to encouraging and uplifting JCHS students.
The delegation toured the college's training facilities – including the Body Interact Lab, Simulation Ward, Delivery Simulation Ward, and Operating Theatre – offering a firsthand look at JCHS's innovative, real-world approach to healthcare education.
Each stop along the tour showcased the college's commitment to immersive, skill-based learning that equips future healthcare professionals with confidence and competence.
The Open Day also raised awareness about the vital role nurses play in shaping the future of healthcare in Brunei Darussalam.
The event served as a gateway for aspiring healthcare professionals to explore career paths in nursing and understand the critical impact they can have on the nation's well-being. – Borneo Bulletin/ANN
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