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The purpose of the Association is to uphold the image and foster the welfare of Filipino American nurses in the state of Nevada as a professional group. The objectives of the Association shall be; - Promote unity among Filipino-American nurses in the State of Nevada.
- Provide mechanism for networking with other organizations and agencies in developing and implementing programs relevant to nursing practices, education, and research.
- Formulate and implement strategies for acting on nursing issues, legislation, and public policies, which directly or indirectly affect nursing.
- Provide and coordinate educational programs to assist members in the acquisition and expansion of knowledge, professional excellence, and nursing practice.
- Promote advancement of professional nursing through scholarship and research awards.
- Collaborate and coordinate with associations and agencies, both in the Philippines and the United States to facilitate the professional and cultural adjustments of Filipino nurses in the United States.
- Organize and actively participate in community health programs relating to prevention of diseases, and promotion and maintenance of health.
- Promote a positive and active image of the Filipino-American nurses and the association.
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