PHILOSOPHY
Belief in human dignity for all people of diverse culture, respect for human rights and promotion of excellence in nursing practice.
MISSION STATEMENT
Embrace all nurses regardless of ethnicity, develop innovative nursing leadership, improve professional nursing practice image and build a strong community partnership.
GOALS
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Foster professional growth and development for our members
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Provide scholarship to students pursuing a nursing career
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Promote interpersonal alliance in advocating global health
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Collaborate with community organizations
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Support the initiatives of the Philippine Nurses Association of America (PNAA)
CORE VALUES
Caring, Excellence, Integrity, Service, Inclusiveness
2026 - 2028 AREAS OF FOCUS, STRATEGIC GOALS AND INITIATIVES
Intent. Meaning.
I.M. PNASD
Desired Outcomes by 2028
• Increased membership engagement and retention.
• Stronger leadership succession pipeline.
• Expanded scholarship and professional development support.
• Enhanced visibility and influence of PNASD in healthcare advocacy.
• Greater member wellness and organizational connectedness.
• Sustainable partnerships and interprofessional collaborations.
• Increased community impact through outreach and service initiatives.
• A stronger culture of purpose, belonging, and professional pride among members.
1. Member Engagement & Professional Development
Strategic Goal:
Strengthen member value by supporting lifelong professional growth, leadership development, and meaningful
engagement at every stage of a nurse’s career.
Key Initiatives
• Develop formal member pathways from:
o Student Nurse
o Newly Licensed RN
o Specialty Practice Nurse
o Nurse Leader/Expert/Mentor
• Expand continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Establish scholarships to support:
o Conference attendance
o Leadership training
o Specialty certifications
o Advanced nursing education
• Create mentorship and coaching opportunities between nurses.
• Promote active member participation through meaningful committee and volunteer opportunities.
• Encourage members to identify and live their own “Intent and Meaning” within the organization.
2. Leadership Development & Organizational Sustainability
Strategic Goal:
Build a strong pipeline of future leaders through intentional succession planning, governance education, and
leadership readiness.
Key Initiatives
• Implement leadership development programs beginning with:
o Nonprofit 101
o Financial/accounting fundamentals
o Laws, regulations, and governance compliance
• Strengthen succession planning and leadership transition strategies.
• Develop leadership competencies for chapter leaders, current and future.
• Create an Advisory Council composed of past presidents to:
o Provide institutional knowledge
o Being a resource to current leaders
o Support strategic continuity
• Increase member awareness of leadership opportunities within PNASD, PNAA and the broader
community.
3. Advocacy, Community Impact & Public Service
Strategic Goal:
Advance the voice and influence of nurses through advocacy, community engagement, and service initiatives that
improve public health and support vulnerable populations.
Key Initiatives
• Advocate on important healthcare and nursing issues affecting:
o The nursing profession
o Patient care
o Community health outcomes
• Continue “Annual Mental Health Event” and expand mental health advocacy and wellness programs.
• Continue “Adopt-a-Family” holiday giving initiatives.
• Continue “Balik Aklatan” to support nursing education by sending nursing books and resources to nursing
schools.
• Promote health equity, cultural awareness, and community outreach initiatives.
• Encourage nurses to serve as advocates and trusted leaders within healthcare systems and communities.
4. Interprofessional Collaboration & Healthcare Partnerships
Strategic Goal:
Strengthen collaborative relationships with healthcare professionals, organizations, academic institutions, and
community partners to advance shared goals in healthcare and nursing excellence.
Key Initiatives
• Strengthen interprofessional collaboration among nurses, physicians, allied health professionals,
educators, and community leaders.
• Continue partnerships with nursing schools and healthcare organizations.
• Collaborate on educational forums, community health events, and advocacy campaigns.
• Increase visibility of Filipino and Filipino-American nurses within healthcare leadership and policy
discussions.
• Foster opportunities for collaborative research, mentorship, and innovation.
5. Member Wellness, Inclusion & Sense of Belonging
Strategic Goal:
Cultivate a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment where members feel connected, valued, and
inspired.
Key Initiatives
• Continue mental health and wellness support initiatives for members.
• Foster a culture of encouragement, mentorship, and professional camaraderie.
• Continue to celebrate the achievements and contributions of members across all practice settings.
• Create programs that strengthen cultural pride, identity, and community connection.
• Continue to encourage volunteerism rooted in compassion, service, and shared purpose.
• Reinforce the administration’s guiding message:
“I.M. PNASD – Intent. Meaning.”
JAY" Jose Abel Larrosa, MSN, PHN, CMGT-BC, ACM-RN, FACDONA
President, Philippine Nurses Association of San Diego County, Inc. (2026 to 2028)
National Board Member, Philippine Nurses Association of America (2024 to 2026, 2026 to 2028)
