Development of the Philippine HIV/AIDS Nursing Competency Model Framework

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Informed Consent

I have been invited by Noriel P. Calaguas, MSHSA, RN, ACRN, a researcher and Ph.D. candidate from Holy Angel University – School of Nursing and Allied Medical Sciences. He is currently collecting the data needed for his dissertation “Development of the Philippine HIV/AIDS Competency Model Framework”.

The modified Delphi study aims to identify nurses' core competencies in HIV/AIDS care and conceptualize an HIV/AIDS Nursing Core Competency model for the Philippines. The results may serve as the core competency framework for HIV/AIDS nursing care in the Philippines. The results can inform educational leaders on program development, nursing administration on workforce specification and performance evaluation, nursing research to advance nursing science, and the public as recipients of improved quality of care.

To be eligible to participate you should be an individual who is [1} A healthcare professional: and satisfy two criteria: 1) a healthcare professional (nurse [RN], or physician [MD]) must have at least 3 years of practice experience providing direct patient care to PLWHA or those at risk for HIV, and 2) held a position that required oversight staff and/ or programs; OR a Person Living with HIV/AIDS.

I will be asked to answer an online survey in Google Forms, which may take 30-60 minutes across 3 to 5 rounds of assessment, to arrive at a consensus on the core competencies needed for HIV/AIDS nursing practice in the Philippines. Once consensus is achieved. The resultant competency framework will be proofread and presented to the members of the Delphi panel and the public through a colloquium.

The benefits of your participation include helping to identify and to develop the competency model for HIV/AIDS nursing in the country. You will be furnished a copy of the result upon your request. No foreseeable direct or indirect harm is anticipated with your participation. No monetary compensation is associated with your participation/ completion of the study. At any point in the survey, you retain the right to refuse further participation or withdrawal participation free from any prejudice and discrimination.

All information shall be treated with utmost confidentiality and privacy in accordance with relevant laws. Reporting of the results will be done collectively. Individual results will not be handed to the administrator/institution that I am currently affiliated with, hence will not in any way affect my relationship with them and my tenure. The data shall be stored in a password-encrypted computer and printed files will be kept in a locked cabinet for 5 years before deletion and shredding. Information from this research will be used for the purpose of this dissertation, publication, and possible secondary analysis within the abovementioned time period.

DATA PRIVACY STATEMENT and NOTICE

As a nurse educator and researcher, I, Noriel P. Calaguas am committed to protecting and respecting your personal data privacy. I support and comply with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012.

DOST PRIVACY NOTICE
The collected personal information will be utilized solely for the dissertation project of Noriel P. Calaguas, MSHSA, RN for statistical reports, and processing purposes throughout the conduct of the study. It will not be shared with any outside parties. Only I will have access to these pieces of personal information, the exchange of which will be facilitated through email or hard copy. The data will be kept in excel format under the secured storage of Google Drive and local drive. You have the right to ask for a copy of any personal information I hold about you, as well as to ask for it to be corrected. To do so, don't hesitate to get in touch with me through ncalaguas@hau.edu.ph

Response Sheet [Informed Consent Certificate]

I was informed that there is no known risk in participating in the study. No direct benefits or monetary compensation shall also be handed. My participation in this study is voluntary. This means that answering the questions is out of my free will. I will answer the online survey as honestly, accurately, and completely as possible for the research to serve its purpose. I am also aware that I can withdraw anytime from the study although I have already given my consent during the first part of the survey.

If I have questions during the course of my participation, or should I request a copy of the aggregate result of the study after its completion, I can contact Noriel P. Calaguas (researcher) through his phone number 09989996321 or email address ncalaguas@hau.edu.ph or Dr. Al D. Biag (dissertation adviser) through his email address abiag@hau.edu.ph. Since the HAU-IRB granted ethical clearance for the conduct of this study, I may also course my queries through their email address irb@hau.edu.ph.

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I have read, understood and agree to the Data Privacy, and to participate in the study.

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