1. What is a Profession?

A profession is a vocation that signifies advanced education, a wealth of knowledge, and skills
attained by research and training, which are committed to developing and improving competency
to provide the best possible service to the community. It adheres to a code of conduct that
establishes rules and responsibilities that embodies honesty, integrity, and morality.

2. Is Nursing considered a Profession?

Nursing is a noble profession that integrates scientific knowledge and expertise to deliver health
care services with humanity and compassion. Formal education, a diverse range of practices, and
an integrated approach to medical assistance; ensure a therapeutic environment for patients,
guarantees reliable data to protect patients' legal rights and privacy, and collaborate with other
healthcare professionals to save lives and promote healthy lifestyles.

3. How is a Profession different from a Job?

A profession is a career that involves specific educational preparation and the completion of a
licensing examination. A job is a paid position in regular work that allows a person to make a
living by receiving a salary or wages.