Professional Nursing Associations & Organization in the Philippines




Nursing is one of the most noble professions in the world, and nurses play a vital role in healthcare systems around the globe. In the Philippines, nurses make up a significant portion of the healthcare workforce, with over 200,000 registered nurses in the country as of 2021. The nursing profession in the Philippines is highly respected, and nurses are known for their excellent clinical skills, compassionate care, and commitment to their patients.

One way for nurses in the Philippines to enhance their professional development and career prospects is by joining a professional organization or association. These organizations provide a platform for nurses to come together, share knowledge and expertise, and collaborate on initiatives that promote and advance the nursing profession. In this blog, we will explore some of the most prominent professional organizations and associations for nurses in the Philippines, and why they are worth considering.

Joining a professional organization or association can have numerous benefits for nurses in the Philippines. First and foremost, it can help nurses stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the field. Nursing is a rapidly evolving profession, and staying current with new research, technologies, and best practices is essential for providing the best possible care to patients.

Additionally, joining a professional organization or association can provide nurses with access to networking opportunities. Connecting with other nursing professionals can be a valuable source of support, advice, and mentorship. It can also lead to new job opportunities, collaborations on research projects, and other professional growth opportunities.

Furthermore, professional organizations and associations often offer continuing education programs, workshops, and conferences that can help nurses develop new skills and enhance their knowledge. These educational opportunities can be particularly beneficial for nurses who are looking to specialize in a particular area of nursing, such as critical care, oncology, or pediatrics.

Finally, joining a professional organization or association can provide nurses with a platform for advocacy. Nurses have a unique perspective on healthcare, and their voices can be powerful advocates for policy changes that improve patient care and working conditions for nurses. By joining together, nurses can amplify their voices and advocate for positive change in the healthcare system.

Overall, joining a professional organization or association is a wise move for nurses in the Philippines who want to enhance their professional development and improve their career prospects. In the following sections, we will explore some of the most prominent professional organizations and associations for nurses in the Philippines, and what they have to offer.

List of Professional Organizations and Associations of Nurses in the Philippines:

YNAP Young Nurses Association of the Philippines Inc
SCVNPP Society of Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioners of the Philippines
RENAP Renal Nurses Association of the Philippines
PSECN Philippine Society of Emergency Care Nurses
PONA Philippine Oncology Nurses Association
PNA Philippine Nurses Association
PHICNA Philippine Infection Control Nurses Association
ORNAP Operating-Room Nurses of the Philippines
OHNAP Occupational Health Nurses Association of the Philippines
NLGNP National League of Government Nurses of the Philippines
NICUNAP NICU Nurses Association of the Philippines
NARS Nagkakaisang Narses sa Adhikaing Reporma sa Kalusugan ng Sambayanan
MNAP Military Nurses Association of the Philippines
MCNAP Maternal and Child Nurses Association of the Philippines
IAAPI INFJ Alumni Association of the Philippines Inc
GNCF Graduate Nurses Christian Fellowship
GNAP Gerontology Nurses Association of the Philippines
CNGP Catholic Nurses Guild of the Philippines
CCNAPI Critical Care Nurses Association of the Philippines Inc
APDNPP Association of Private Duty Nurse Practitioners of the Philippines
ANSAP Association of Nursing Service Administrators of the Philippines

51 comments:

  1. Add YNAP (Young Nurses Association of the Philippines Inc) to your list! :)

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  2. There is also a new organization called YOUNG NURSES ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES INC. (YNAP) they are SEC registered already.

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  3. Thanks for the info. List updated.

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  4. how to be a YNAP member?

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  5. Thank you for posting YNAP :)
    you can visit us at www.ynap.tk, or add us up on Facebook!

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  6. Hi. This is Norman Solamo. Please add us up.. www.ynap.tk. or search in the Facebook. Young Nurses Association of the Philippines. YOU ARE MUCH WELCOME HERE IN THE ORGANIZATION...

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  7. There is also:

    ADPCN - Association of the Deans of the Philippine Colleges of Nursing

    PNRS - Philippine Nursing Research Society

    PNIA - Philippine Nursing Informatics Association

    BDNS - Beta Delta Nu Nursing Society

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  8. how to be a member of the NICU and MCNAP?I am currently working in the LR/DR/NICU complex of a hospital

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  9. hi..how com ynap website and facebook cannot be found? i want to be a member sana, pano po ba?

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  10. @ice: You can join the Alliance of Young Nurse Leaders & Advocates, International (AYNLA) - the newest and fastest growing professional organization for young nurses.. :)

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  11. anong type of organization ung PNA, ANSAP? thanks

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  12. where will i find the history of the nursing organizations?

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  13. Pano ba maging member ng PSECN?

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  14. pano ba mag-apply sa PSECN?

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  15. bakit parang di active ang PSECN, I would like to become a member sana and also to know if they have trainings and seminars, I'm currently working at Emergency Dept.

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  16. what is the new website or address for PSECN

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  17. THIS LIST OF NURSES ORGANIZATION ARE CALLED SPECIALTY ORGANIZATION, THE PHILIPPINE NURSES ASSOCIATION is the only accredited professional organization recognized by the Professional Regulation Commission, Membership in the PNA is mandated by the RA 9173, one of the requirements to practice nursing. i encourage everyone to join the PNA, register now.

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  18. How can I be a member of GNAP?

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  19. hi just want to ask how to become a member of PONA (philippine Oncology Nurses Association)??

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  20. just nid to attend at the PONA seminar and register at the site...

    is there a seminar for MCNAP members???

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  21. To know more about AYNLA - Alliance of Young Nurse Leaders & Advocates International Inc. please login to www.aynla.org. Thanks! Mabuhay ang mga Kabataang Nars!

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  22. i cannot open the pdf's under review materials.... the password does not work.... how can i open it? pls help

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  23. Who's the founder of YNAP?? And when it was organized? Thanks :)

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  24. what are the objectives of the MNAP?

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  25. Include enap, emergency nurses association of the Philippines.

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  26. is AYNLA and YNAP the same?

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  27. ADD ADNEP

    Association of Diabetes Nurse Educators of the Philippines

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  28. pano po maging member ng PNA? pwede ba maging member kahit di nakapag take oath? thnks po

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  29. AYNLA is a separate organization from YNAP. YNAP is now a defunct organization.

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  30. is there no psychiatric nursing organization in the philippines?

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  31. Wala po bang organization for School Nurse? di rin naman biro maging school nurse kc trabaho mo lahat pati ang pagrequest for xray.cbc. etc. interpreting, treat, prescribe, consultation suturing. Kahit man lang sana ei tawaging Independent Nurse practitioner or Adult Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner, nasanay na ako sa work na ganun. pero legaly speaking talo ako.

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  32. is there any organization for Emergency Room Nurse

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  33. ok lang po ba magpa member kahit hindi pa naka take nag board exam? fresh gradutes ok lang ba?

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  35. hi. how to be a member of PNA?

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  36. pano po mgpamember sa mga nursing org?

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  37. how to become a member of PSECN?
    PLS HELP.

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  38. HOW T E BECOME A MEMBER OF PSECN? PLS HELP!

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  39. HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF PSECN?

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  40. this really help thank you..!!!
    someday i'll join you nurses. :-)

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  41. Paano po maging member ng National League of Government Nurses in the Philippines? ^_^

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  43. sana magkaroon na ng association for school nurse.

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  44. pano maging member ng YNAP?

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  45. Where will i find the history or website of the nursing organizations?

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  46. are they authorized to naminate for the vacant positions in BON?

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  47. pano po magpamember sa ORNAP? salamat po!

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  48. May i ask if there is an association or organization for school nurses in the Philippines?

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  49. Is there an organization for filipino school nurses?

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