Founded on September 2, 1922 as Filipino Nurses Association (FNA) in a meeting of 150 nurses presided by then Anastacia Giron Tupas (Mrs. Tupas), the FNA was incorporated in 1924. /the-company/pna-roadmap-2030/104-about-the-company/about-pna 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ philippinenursesassociation@yahoo.com.ph Joomla! - Open Source Content Management 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 /the-company/pna-roadmap-2030/104-about-the-company/about-pna/253-benefits-of-pna-members

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<h3>Core Values</h3> <ul> <li>Love of God and Country</li> <li>Caring</li> <li>Quality and Excellence</li> <li>Integrity</li> <li>Collaboration</li> </ul>

<h3>Core Values</h3> <ul> <li>Love of God and Country</li> <li>Caring</li> <li>Quality and Excellence</li> <li>Integrity</li> <li>Collaboration</li> </ul> 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 /the-company/about-pna/vision Super User philippinenursesassociation@yahoo.com.ph

<h3>Vision</h3> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 12.0pt .0001pt 0in;">By 2030, 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ is the primary professional association advancing the welfare and development of globally competitive Filipino nurses.</p>

<h3>Vision</h3> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 12.0pt .0001pt 0in;">By 2030, 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ is the primary professional association advancing the welfare and development of globally competitive Filipino nurses.</p> 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 /the-company/about-pna/pna-researches Super User philippinenursesassociation@yahoo.com.ph

<h3>Researches</h3> <p>AIDS-WISE with Compassion: A "Liability - Free Zone" Environment</p> <ul> <li>Salud B Zaldivar</li> </ul> <p>Death By Rabies: The Last Frontier For Ethical Concern</p> <ul> <li>Salud B. Zaldivar</li> </ul> <p>Department of Health-UP College of Nursing Project on Translating Hypertension</p> <ul> <li>Cecille M. laurente, RN, PhD</li> <li>Araceli Ocampo-Balabagno, RN, PhD</li> </ul> <p>Department of a Training Manual for Health Workers on Promoting Healthy Lifestyle</p> <ul> <li>Josefina A. Tuazon, RN</li> <li>Luz Barbara P. Dones, RN, MPH</li> <li>Shiela R. Bonito, RN, MAN</li> </ul> <p>Integrating Health and Wellness in Elementary Curriculum: A Pilot Study</p> <ul> <li>Teresita Irigo-Barcelo, RN, PhD</li> <li>Araceli Ocampo-Balabago, RN, PhD</li> <li>Sheila R. Bonita, RN, MAN</li> <li>Bernadette Pablo, MA</li> </ul> <p>Philippines Nursing Information System</p> <ul> <li>Dr. Josefina A. Tuazon</li> <li>Dr. Cecilia M. Laurente</li> <li>Dr. Fely Marilyn E. Lorenzo</li> <li>Dr. Julita I. Yabez</li> <li>Dr. Letty G. Kuan</li> <li>Dr. Aurora S. Yapchongco</li> <li>Prof. Cora A. Anonuevo</li> <li>Dr. Araceli O. Balabagno</li> </ul> <p>Relationship Of Social Support System To The Level of Self-Care Capability Among The Elderly</p> <ul> <li>Miguel Edraira Mandaga RN, MA Ed, Adm., MAN</li> </ul>

<h3>Researches</h3> <p>AIDS-WISE with Compassion: A "Liability - Free Zone" Environment</p> <ul> <li>Salud B Zaldivar</li> </ul> <p>Death By Rabies: The Last Frontier For Ethical Concern</p> <ul> <li>Salud B. Zaldivar</li> </ul> <p>Department of Health-UP College of Nursing Project on Translating Hypertension</p> <ul> <li>Cecille M. laurente, RN, PhD</li> <li>Araceli Ocampo-Balabagno, RN, PhD</li> </ul> <p>Department of a Training Manual for Health Workers on Promoting Healthy Lifestyle</p> <ul> <li>Josefina A. Tuazon, RN</li> <li>Luz Barbara P. Dones, RN, MPH</li> <li>Shiela R. Bonito, RN, MAN</li> </ul> <p>Integrating Health and Wellness in Elementary Curriculum: A Pilot Study</p> <ul> <li>Teresita Irigo-Barcelo, RN, PhD</li> <li>Araceli Ocampo-Balabago, RN, PhD</li> <li>Sheila R. Bonita, RN, MAN</li> <li>Bernadette Pablo, MA</li> </ul> <p>Philippines Nursing Information System</p> <ul> <li>Dr. Josefina A. Tuazon</li> <li>Dr. Cecilia M. Laurente</li> <li>Dr. Fely Marilyn E. Lorenzo</li> <li>Dr. Julita I. Yabez</li> <li>Dr. Letty G. Kuan</li> <li>Dr. Aurora S. Yapchongco</li> <li>Prof. Cora A. Anonuevo</li> <li>Dr. Araceli O. Balabagno</li> </ul> <p>Relationship Of Social Support System To The Level of Self-Care Capability Among The Elderly</p> <ul> <li>Miguel Edraira Mandaga RN, MA Ed, Adm., MAN</li> </ul> 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 /the-company/about-pna/program-thrusts Super User philippinenursesassociation@yahoo.com.ph

<ol> <li>Promote the holistic welfare of nurses</li> <li>Generate programs and activities that would prepare nurses to be globally-competitive.</li> <li>Intensify membership campaign.</li> <li>Engage nurses to actively participate in the programs, projects, and activities of the association.</li> <li>Establish national and international networking/ linkages.</li> <li>Promote the professional image of the nurses and nursing.</li> <li>Guarantee transparent, policy-based and responsible utilization of resources.</li> <li>Contribute to nation-building through institutionalized social responsibility initiatives.</li> <li>Promote the Positive Practice Environment (PPE) for nurses.</li> </ol>

<ol> <li>Promote the holistic welfare of nurses</li> <li>Generate programs and activities that would prepare nurses to be globally-competitive.</li> <li>Intensify membership campaign.</li> <li>Engage nurses to actively participate in the programs, projects, and activities of the association.</li> <li>Establish national and international networking/ linkages.</li> <li>Promote the professional image of the nurses and nursing.</li> <li>Guarantee transparent, policy-based and responsible utilization of resources.</li> <li>Contribute to nation-building through institutionalized social responsibility initiatives.</li> <li>Promote the Positive Practice Environment (PPE) for nurses.</li> </ol> 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 /the-company/about-pna/our-building Super User philippinenursesassociation@yahoo.com.ph

<h3>17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ and its Physical Structures</h3> <p>The 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ National Office is located at 1663 F.T. Benitez Street in Malate, Manila. It was inaugurated in 1966, the same year the Filipino Nurses Association became the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ. WHAT's INSIDE the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ?</p> <table width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="33%"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/images/buildings/PNA-Building-1.jpg" alt="" /></td> <td width="33%"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/images/buildings/PNA-Building-2.jpg" alt="" /></td> <td width="33%"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/images/buildings/PNA-Building-3.jpg" alt="" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;">17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Building 1</td> <td style="text-align: center;">17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Building 2</td> <td style="text-align: center;">17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Building 3</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><strong>Building 1</strong>. Members looking for research materials and resources could use the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Reading Room found in building 1 of the national office. It contains both international and local volumes of journals and other related materials, including the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ's Philippine Journal of Nursing. The Administrative and Accounting Offices are likewise situated in the building where day-to-day operation of the association happens. Heritage can be found as well where 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ memorabilia including photos of past officers, souvenirs from different visited places of 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ representatives are found. It speaks of the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ's history. Another spot in this structure is the lounge which accommodates visitors and meetings.</p> <p><strong>Building 2</strong>. To further accommodate the growing needs of its members, 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ National erected a second building in 2005. Building 2 is home to the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Auditorium, a 170-seater conference style room where most 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Continuing Profession Education programs including seminars and trainings are held. Also situated here are the President's Office and Board Room wherein Regular Board of Governors' Meetings, Press Conferences and the like are conducted.</p> <p>Both mentioned buildings house a 70 bed capacity dormitory, which members could avail at a discounted rate as part of their 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ membership benefits.</p> <p>This year, the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ bought another building adjacent to 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ's head office. The building is undergoing renovations and soon to open to serve more nurses.</p> <p>The national office serves as a home for nurses from all over the country.</p>

<h3>17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ and its Physical Structures</h3> <p>The 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ National Office is located at 1663 F.T. Benitez Street in Malate, Manila. It was inaugurated in 1966, the same year the Filipino Nurses Association became the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ. WHAT's INSIDE the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ?</p> <table width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="33%"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="images/buildings/PNA-Building-1.jpg" alt="" /></td> <td width="33%"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="images/buildings/PNA-Building-2.jpg" alt="" /></td> <td width="33%"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="images/buildings/PNA-Building-3.jpg" alt="" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;">17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Building 1</td> <td style="text-align: center;">17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Building 2</td> <td style="text-align: center;">17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Building 3</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><strong>Building 1</strong>. Members looking for research materials and resources could use the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Reading Room found in building 1 of the national office. It contains both international and local volumes of journals and other related materials, including the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ's Philippine Journal of Nursing. The Administrative and Accounting Offices are likewise situated in the building where day-to-day operation of the association happens. Heritage can be found as well where 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ memorabilia including photos of past officers, souvenirs from different visited places of 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ representatives are found. It speaks of the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ's history. Another spot in this structure is the lounge which accommodates visitors and meetings.</p> <p><strong>Building 2</strong>. To further accommodate the growing needs of its members, 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ National erected a second building in 2005. Building 2 is home to the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Auditorium, a 170-seater conference style room where most 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ Continuing Profession Education programs including seminars and trainings are held. Also situated here are the President's Office and Board Room wherein Regular Board of Governors' Meetings, Press Conferences and the like are conducted.</p> <p>Both mentioned buildings house a 70 bed capacity dormitory, which members could avail at a discounted rate as part of their 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ membership benefits.</p> <p>This year, the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ bought another building adjacent to 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ's head office. The building is undergoing renovations and soon to open to serve more nurses.</p> <p>The national office serves as a home for nurses from all over the country.</p> 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 2026-05-26T07:19:57+00:00 /the-company/about-pna/history Super User philippinenursesassociation@yahoo.com.ph

<h3>BRIEF HISTORY</h3> <p>Founded on September 2, 1922 as Filipino Nurses Association (FNA) in a meeting of 150 nurses presided by then Anastacia Giron Tupas (Mrs. Tupas), the FNA was incorporated in 1924. The International Council of Nurses accepted the FNA as one of the member organizations during the Congress held in Montreal, Canada on July 8-13, 1929. The FNA became the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ (17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ) in 1966, which was the same year that the office at 1663 F.T. Benitez Street, Malate, Manila was inaugurated.</p> <p>Today there is a total of 368,589 licensed nurses (February 2005) in the Philippines and produces an average of 13,000 new nurses every year.</p> <p>The 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ was awarded the Most Outstanding Accredited Professional Organization by the Professional Regulation Commission in 2003 besting 40 other professional associations and was five-time nominee for the same award.</p> <p>International Affiliations: International Council of Nurses; World Health Organization</p> <p><strong>Nursing Law</strong>. The New Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, Republic Act No. 9173, was passed on October 2002 with the aim of uplifting the standards of nursing in the country.</p> <p><strong>Nursing Education</strong>. There are about 350 Nursing schools in the Philippines which is regulated by the Commission on Higher Education.</p> <h4>Life Purpose</h4> <p>To promote professional growth towards the attainment of highest standards of nursing.</p> <p> </p>

<h3>BRIEF HISTORY</h3> <p>Founded on September 2, 1922 as Filipino Nurses Association (FNA) in a meeting of 150 nurses presided by then Anastacia Giron Tupas (Mrs. Tupas), the FNA was incorporated in 1924. The International Council of Nurses accepted the FNA as one of the member organizations during the Congress held in Montreal, Canada on July 8-13, 1929. The FNA became the 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ (17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ) in 1966, which was the same year that the office at 1663 F.T. Benitez Street, Malate, Manila was inaugurated.</p> <p>Today there is a total of 368,589 licensed nurses (February 2005) in the Philippines and produces an average of 13,000 new nurses every year.</p> <p>The 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ was awarded the Most Outstanding Accredited Professional Organization by the Professional Regulation Commission in 2003 besting 40 other professional associations and was five-time nominee for the same award.</p> <p>International Affiliations: International Council of Nurses; World Health Organization</p> <p><strong>Nursing Law</strong>. The New Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, Republic Act No. 9173, was passed on October 2002 with the aim of uplifting the standards of nursing in the country.</p> <p><strong>Nursing Education</strong>. There are about 350 Nursing schools in the Philippines which is regulated by the Commission on Higher Education.</p> <h4>Life Purpose</h4> <p>To promote professional growth towards the attainment of highest standards of nursing.</p> <p> </p>