Semarang – The Professional Nursing Study Program at the Faculty of Medicine, Undip, recently held the 46th Oath Ceremony for New Nurse Graduates on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at RSG FK Undip, Tembalang Campus.
The nurse’s oath is an affirmation taken by aspiring nurses upon completion of their nursing education program. It reaffirms their commitment to providing quality care, prioritizing patient well-being, upholding professional ethics, and continuously improving knowledge and skills in their nursing practice. Unlike previous times, the oath ceremony this time was held along with the 243rd oath ceremony of the doctor profession and the 3rd oath ceremony of the dentist profession.
The ceremony was attended by the dean and vice dean of the faculty of medicine, the chair of the academic senate, the heads of departments of nursing, medicine, and specialist medicine, heads of study programs, including Bachelor of Nursing, professional nursing, professional doctor, dentistry, and professional dentists, as well as representatives of professors within the Faculty of Medicine.
Additionally, guests from IKAMEDICA and other professional representatives, such as the Indonesian Dental Association (PDGI), Indonesian Medical Association (IDI), Indonesian National Nurses Association (PPNI), stakeholders from Dr. Kariadi Hospital in Semarang and Diponegoro National Hospital, as well as religious leaders, were also in attendance.
During this period, Undip graduated 63 new nurses who completed professional practice across various specializations (community nursing, gerontic nursing, family nursing, surgical medical nursing, pediatric nursing, emergency and critical care nursing, psychiatric nursing, nursing management, specialized practice, and comprehensive nursing) and passed the nursing competency examination (UKNI).
The proceedings began with the national anthem, followed by the reading of the names of graduating doctors, dentists, and nursing professionals who would take their oath. The oath-taking was led by the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Prof. Dr. Dwi Pudjonarko, M.Kes., Sp.S (K).
In his speech, the Rector expressed his gratitude and pride in the professional achievements of the graduates. He attributed these achievements to the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders, including primary teaching hospitals, network hospitals, other practice areas, faculty members, supervisors, and all other people involved in the educational process. Many Undip’s graduates occupy key roles and even key positions in their respective fields. Therefore, the new graduates are encouraged to systematically apply and implement the knowledge and skills they have learned while keeping abreast of scientific and technological advances based on evidence-based practices.
The event also featured speeches from representatives of the graduates, parents, and the director of Dr. Kariadi Semarang. The event was also enriched by musical performances by the graduates of dental, medical, and nursing professional programs. [AN]