Nurse Directory

The California Association for Nurse Practitioners is the unifying voice and networking forum for all nurse practitioners statewide, providing consistency and expert guidance for the profession, thereby decreasing barriers and elevating the practice of the nurse practitioner. CANP was founded as the California Coalition of Nurse Practitioners in 1977 by nurse practitioners from the University of California at Davis. The organization has grown into a statewide network of 21 regions with more than 2550 members. Most regions have active local chapters with regular meetings and activities. The purpose of CANP is to promote a strong nurse practitioner movement through a statewide communication system; to strengthen the public image of the nurse practitioner; and to support legislative action that encourages the development of the role of the nurse practitioner and makes the health care system more responsive to the needs of the consumer.
Location: CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR NURSE PRACTITIONERS 1107 9th Street, Suite 1010, Sacramento, CA 95814 USA Phone: 916-441-1361 Fax: 916-441-1846

Founded in 1993, the American College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) is a national non-profit membership organization headquartered in Washington, DC. The ACNP is focused on advocacy and keeping NPs current on legislative, regulatory and clinical practice issues that effect NPs in the rapidly changing health care arena. ACNP is a membership-directed organization for NPs, meaning the ACNP sets its annual policy agenda and policies based on the consensus of its members. ACNP’s unique membership includes individual nurse practitioners and NP students, as well as state, regional and national organization affiliates.
Location: American College of Nurse Practitioners 1111 19th Street, NW Suite 404 Washington, DC 20036 USA Phone: 202-659-2190 Fax: 202-659-2191

The Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines (PHAP) is a business association representing the providers of most of the country’s medicines. Members include the country’s leading research-based companies of pharmaceuticals and medical services. Membership today total 64 Filipino and international companies. PHAP is a non-profit, non-stock organization founded in 1946. PHAP is a member association of the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association (IFPMA) and the World Self Medication Industry (WSMI) which are both based in Geneva. As a prerequisite for membership, PHAP member companies are committed to adhere to the IFPMA code of Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices, the PHAP Code of Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices and its Implementing Guidelines and the Code of Advertising to the Public for OTC (over-the-counter or non-prescription) medicines. PHAP considers itself a partner to the DOH in addressing the health care needs of Filipinos. Together with the DOH and the Bureau of Food and Drugs (BFAD), PHAP shares the aspiration of making good quality medicines available for all people in the Philippines. PHAP would like to fulfill its role as partner to the DOH and various medical societies in promoting effective and safe health care practices in the Philippines. PHAP is an active partner in improving accessibility of medicines to the poor and in addressing health care management challenges, fighting against the dangerous and life-threatening practices of counterfeit or fake medicines and poor quality generic products.
Location: PHARMACEUTICAL AND HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES Unit 502 One Corporate Plaza, 845 Pasay Road , Makati City Philippines Tel. Nos.: 815-0325; 816-0618 Telefax No.: 819-2702

As the primary association for the largest group of health care professionals serving the workplace, the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses Inc. (AAOHN) is driven by a mission to ensure occupational and environmental nurses (OHNs) are the authority on health, safety, productivity and disability management for worker populations. AAOHN is a principal force in furthering the profession of occupational and environmental health nursing by: – advancing the profession, – protecting the profession, – guiding the profession, and – promoting the profession.
Location: American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Inc. 2920 Brandywine Rd. Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30341 USA Phone: (770) 455-7757 Fax: (770) 455-7271

The National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service, Inc. (NAPNES) is the oldest association that advocates the education and practice of practical and vocational nurses. In fact, we are the organization that is responsible for the legislation that provides for the licensure, and education of practical nursing in the United States. Founded in 1941 by Practical Nursing Educators, NAPNES has grown to become a multi-disciplinary organization that welcomes not only LP/VNs, but also RNs, MDs, Student Practical Nurses, Practical Nursing Educators, Practical Nursing Schools, agencies, organizations, lay community and other individuals that are interested in promoting the professional practice, and education of practical nurses. NAPNES is a 501(c)3 non-profit association dedicated to promoting and defending the practice, education and regulation of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Practical Nursing Educators, Practical Nursing Schools, and Practical Nursing Students. NAPNES has constituent state members throughout the U.S., also serving their membership are: – Council of Practical Nurse Educators (COPNE) – Council of Student Practical Nurses (CSPN) – Council of Long-Term Care LP/VNs (CLTC) – Multi-Skilled Nursing Care Certification Organization (MSNC CO) Membership in NAPNES is open to RNs, LPNs, LVNs, students, schools of practical nursing, organizations, and public members interested in promoting the ideals of the organization.
Location: National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service, Inc. P O Box 25647 Alexandria, VA 22313 USA Phone: 703-933-1003 Fax: 703-940-4089

With roots dating to 1929, the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) is the oldest women’s health care organization in the U.S. American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) provides research, accredits midwifery education programs, administers and promotes continuing education programs, establishes clinical practice standards, creates liaisons with state and federal agencies and members of Congress. The mission of American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) is to promote the health and well-being of women and infants within their families and communities through the development and support of the profession of midwifery as practiced by certified nurse-midwives, and certified midwives. The philosophy inherent in the profession states that nurse-midwives believe every individual has the right to safe, satisfying health care with respect for human dignity and cultural variations.
Location: American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) 8403 Colesville Rd, Suite 1550 • Silver Spring MD 20910 USA Phone: 240-485-1800 Fax: 240-485-1818

The Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) was established in 1924. The ANF is the national union for nurses and the largest professional nursing organisation in Australia. The ANF’s core business is the industrial and professional representation of nurses and nursing through the activities of a national office and branches in every State and Territory. The Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) ’s 150,000 members are employed in a wide range of enterprises in urban, rural and remote locations in both in the public and private sectors, including hospitals, health and community services, schools, universities, the armed forces, statutory authorities, local government, offshore territories and industry. The Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) participates in the development of policy in nursing, nursing regulation, health, community services, veterans’ affairs, education, training, occupational health and safety, industrial matters, immigration and law reform. Policy making within the ANF is through consultation with the branches and their members and representation of each branch on the national executive committee and the national Council. National sub-committees cover professional issues, occupational health and safety, industrial issues, publishing, aged care and rural and remote nursing.
Location: Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY BRANCH SECRETARY Colleen Duff Unit 3, 36 Botany Street, Phillip 2606 Phone (02) 6282 9455 Fax (02) 6282 8447 NEW SOUTH WALES BRANCH SECRETARY Brett Holmes 43 Australia Street, Camperdown 2050 Phone (02) 8595 1234 Fax (02) 9550 3667 NORTHERN TERRITORY BRANCH SECRETARY Yvonne Falckh Unit 3/25 Vanderlin Drive, Casi House, Wanguri 0810 Phone (08) 8920 0700 Fax (08) 8945 4171 QUEENSLAND BRANCH SECRETARY Gay Hawksworth 2nd Floor, QNU Building 56 Boundary Street, West End 4101 Phone (07) 3840 1444 Fax (07) 3844 9387 SOUTH AUSTRALIA BRANCH SECRETARY Lee Thomas 18 Dequetteville Terrace, Kent Town 5067 Phone (08) 8363 1948 Fax (08) 8363 1672 VICTORIA BRANCH SECRETARY Lisa Fitzpatrick 540 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne 3000 Phone (03) 9275 9333 Fax (03) 9275 9344 TASMANIA BRANCH SECRETARY Neroli Ellis 182 Macquarie Street, Hobart 7000 Phone (03) 6223 6777 Fax (03) 6224 0229 WESTERN AUSTRALIA BRANCH SECRETARY Mark Olson 260 Pier Street, Perth 6000 Phone (08) 9218 9444, 1800 199 145 (toll free) Fax (08) 9218 9455

The EMERGENCY NURSES ASSOCIATION (ENA) is the national Association for professional nurses dedicated to the advancement of emergency nursing practice. ENA serves its members by achieving the following aims: – To be the definitive authority on emergency nursing. – To define the standards of excellence for emergency nursing. – To promote the specialty of emergency nursing. – To promote quality emergency care through continuing education activities. – To be the resource for emergency nursing practice, professionalism, education, research, and consultation. – To identify and address emergency care issues. – To work collaboratively with other health-related organizations toward the improvement of emergency care. – To affirm the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses Whether you are a staff nurse or manager in an emergency department, an administrator, prehospital, flight, pediatric or trauma emergency nurse, an emergency clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, student or educator, you can benefit from membership in ENA. No matter your level of experience, or the size of your emergency department, membership in ENA contributes to your professional growth. ENA provides the best membership value for your dues investment. ENA endorses a recognized certification program that acknowledges competence and achievement in emergency nursing. In addition, the Association offers unparalleled educational opportunities, an effective networking system, quality group insurance coverage, and much more. Upon joining the national Association, a member obtains membership at the national level, as well as representation at the state level. Active members have the right to vote and hold office at all levels. Joining the ENA means joining a national professional network of emergency nurses. Ask ENA members to describe their growth experience with the Association. Better yet, find out for yourself what membership in ENA can do for you! ENA assists all nurses in emergency care settings and related fields in understanding the function, importance and impact of the role of emergency nurses through its professional publications, legislative updates and public relations activities regarding emergency nursing issues. ENA monitors and addresses federal and state legislation affecting emergency nursing health care and practice through its networking system of chapters, state councils, national committees and a legislative consulting service.
Location: Emergency Nurses Association Headquarters 915 Lee Street Des Plaines, IL 60016-6569 Phone: 800/900-9659

The Philippine Society of Nephrology is a cohesive body that ensures adherence to the highest standards of excellence in training and research in the field of Nephrology. It commits itself to train, regulate, and support its members to enable them to be globally competitive, ethical, excellent, and compassionate. It is a dynamic partner of Medical and Professional Societies, and a foremost source of knowledge and information. The PSN serves as a liaison between its members and various support and regulatory institutions. The society is committed to the highest quality care for patients as it leads renal related public health programs, especially those that are relevant to the Filipino people.
Location: Philippine Society of Nephrology 2nd Floor Annex Building National Kidney and Transplant Institute East Avenue, Quezon City Philippines Phone 924-3601 loc. 230 Telefax 924-2264

Philippine Band of Mercy is a private non-stock, non-profit foundation established in 1937 and since then providing free medical and surgical services to underprivileged children born with cleft lip / palate deformities. What was founded by Irving S. Hart, an American war veteran who came to the Philippines in 1899 to give aid to deformed & disfigured indigents has now become a growing multi-sectoral partnership driven by a mission of providing thousands of indigent Filipinos physically disfigured at birth, with opportunity to avail of medical help and support for reconstruction, rehabilitation and medical treatment. Together with its partners, PBM is now in the process of transforming cleft lip/palate stricken children, many of them haven’t had the experience of knowing the true meaning of a smile a chance to improve their quality of life! And the heart-work of PBM volunteers is evident in the beautiful smiles that these children have and the bright future they now face. Philippine Band of Mercy’s achievements underlies in the selfless dedication of each member in sharing their precious time and resources to bring about an astounding change to citizens with deformities. Philippine Band of Mercy is also building a Craniofacial Center in the Philippines which is geared to provide surgical procedures and support care services for craniofacial anomalies as well as training and continuing education to Filipino doctors, and those from neighboring countries.
Location: Philippine Band of Mercy 22 East Avenue, Brgy. Pinyahan, Diliman Quezon City, Philippines 1100 Phone: +632.433.7260 / +632.433.3088