Philippine Hospital Infection Control Nurses Association, Inc.

30/05/2026

The Philippine Hospital Infection Control Nurses Association (PHICNA) Inc. proudly celebrates the newly elected officers of the PHICNA-Timog Katagalugan Chapter!

Your commitment to infection prevention and control, coupled with your leadership and compassion, will surely uplift our hospitals and communities.

May this new chapter of service bring stronger collaboration, innovative strategies, and a deeper dedication to patient safety and professional excellence. Together, we continue to champion the highest standards of IPC.

Mabuhay ang PHICNA Timog Katagalugan Chapter!

29/05/2026

The Philippine Hospital Infection Control Nurses Association (PHICNA) Inc. proudly extends its warmest congratulations to the newly elected officers of PHICNA INC. Central Luzon Chapter!

Your dedication, leadership, and passion for advancing infection control practices will continue to inspire excellence in patient safety and professional growth across our hospitals and communities.

As you embark on this new chapter of service, may your collective vision strengthen our mission and empower every infection control nurse to uphold the highest standards of care.

Together, we move forward—united in purpose, committed to innovation, and driven by compassion.

Mabuhay ang PHICNA Central Luzon Chapter!

28/05/2026

Congratulations to the Newly Elected PHICNA National Board of Officers for CY 2026–2028!

We proudly celebrate the new set of officers of the Philippine Hospital Infection Control Nurses Association (PHICNA) who will lead the organization in continuing its mission of excellence in Infection Prevention and Control nursing.

Here’s to stronger partnerships, empowered nurses, and safer healthcare for all!

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

📣 PHICNA Online Basic Competency Training Course for Infection Control Nurses is now open for registration!

The Philippine Hospital Infection Control Nurses Association (PHICNA), Inc. will be conducting its:

ONLINE BASIC COMPETENCY TRAINING COURSE FOR INFECTION CONTROL NURSES
🗓 July 6–31, 2026
💻 Via Google Classroom
💰 Registration Fee: PHP 4,000.00
✅ PRC CPD Units for Nurses Applied

This training program is offered to all designated Infection Prevention and Control Nurses and IPC Link Nurses. It aims to build competencies in infection prevention and control practices and enhance skills in implementing IPC policies, programs, and activities in their respective workplaces.

📌 Registration Requirements:
Participants must register and submit a copy of their hospital designation as IPC Nurse or IPC Link through this online form:
🔗 https://bit.ly/bctc11registrationform

Once eligibility is verified, participants will receive a confirmation email with the payment process and further instructions.

📄 Access the Letter of Invitation and Program of Activities using the link below:
🔗 https://bit.ly/BCTC11letterandprogram

📌 Important Reminders:
• Registration is open until July 3, 2026
• PHICNA can accommodate only 150 participants
• A maximum of five (5) participants per hospital will be accepted
• No reservations shall be allowed
• An active, personal Gmail/Google account is required
• A DOH Department Circular for OB/OT has been requested
• CPD units applied

✅ Course Completion Requirements:
• Attendance to the opening, workshop session, and closing ceremonies
• Completion of the self-paced training course
• Completion of all Post-Module Quizzes
• Passing rate of at least 75% in the Post-Course Examination
• Submission of Workplace Application Plan
• Submission of training course evaluation

📌 Cancellation/Transfer Policy:
All cancellation or transfer requests must be submitted in writing or via email at least two (2)weeks prior to the start of the training. Please send requests to [email protected]. Cancellations made beyond the approved period shall be considered forfeited or non-refundable. Payments are also non-transferable.

For inquiries, please contact:
📞 0919-315-1552
📧 [email protected]

We look forward to your support and participation in this training. Let us continue strengthening Infection Prevention and Control practice toward safer healthcare delivery. 💙

11/05/2026

🌍💙 PHICNA joins the global celebration of International Nurses Day 2026!

Today, we honor the courage, compassion, competence, and commitment of nurses who continue to protect lives, promote health, and strengthen healthcare systems.

With this year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives,” PHICNA recognizes the vital role of nurses as leaders, advocates, educators, innovators, and champions of patient safety and infection prevention and control.

To every nurse who serves at the bedside, in the community, in public health, in education, in leadership, and in infection prevention and control—your work matters. Your voice matters. Your leadership saves lives.

As we celebrate International Nurses Day, PHICNA continues to stand with all nurses in advancing safer, smarter, and stronger healthcare for every patient, every healthcare worker, and every community.

Happy International Nurses Day 2026! 💙

05/05/2026

🚨 ACTION SAVES LIVES! 🚨

This World Hand Hygiene Day, 5 May 2026, PHICNA joins the call to remind everyone that clean hands are one of the simplest, most powerful ways to prevent infections and protect lives.

Every touch matters. Every hand hygiene moment counts. Whether you are a healthcare worker, patient, family member, student, or member of the community—you have a role in stopping the spread of infection.

🧼 Wash your hands with soap and water.
👐 Use alcohol-based hand rub when appropriate.
🏥 Practice hand hygiene at the right time, every time.
💙 Protect yourself. Protect your patients. Protect others.

Let us make hand hygiene not just a practice, but a culture of safety.

PHICNA supports World Hand Hygiene Day 2026. Together, let us take action—because action saves lives.

Action saves lives 👐💙

This World Hand Hygiene Day, we mark 18 years of SAVE LIVES Clean Your Hands by reminding everyone in health care that clean hands protect patients and health workers.

Many infections can be prevented with proper hand hygiene at the right moments. A simple act that makes a lifesaving difference every day.

Let’s keep hands clean and care safe for all.

30/04/2026

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30/04/2026

📣 📢✨ LAST DAY to avail the EARLY BIRD RATE for the PHICNA 28th ANNUAL CONVENTION 2026! (Regular rate will be applied starting May 1). Register Now. 📣 📣

🏥 Leading the Change: Transformational IPC Nursing for Safer, Smarter, Stronger Healthcare

The Philippine Hospital Infection Control Nurses Association (PHICNA), Inc. invites you to join us for a powerful gathering of Infection Control Nurses and healthcare leaders.

📅 Wednesday, May 20, 2026
⏰ 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila

This year’s convention highlights the evolving and transformational role of the IPC Nurse in strengthening healthcare systems nationwide.

🔥 Featured Topics:
• From Compliance to Leadership: The Transformational Role of the IPC Nurse
• Building Safer, Smarter, Stronger Health Systems
• Engineering & Environment: Systems-Based Infection Prevention
• Building a Culture of Safety: The IPC Nurse as Change Leader
• From Foundations to Excellence: Scaling IPC Best Practices Across Hospital Levels

🎓 CPD Units for Nursing – 5 units approved

💰 Registration Fees:
🟢 Early Bird (Until April 30): Php 3,500.00
🔵 Regular (After April 30): Php 3,800.00

📌 Secure your slot now! Scan the QR code on the poster or register here:
https://bit.ly/AnnualConvention2026Registration

📩 For inquiries:
📧 [email protected]
📞 +63 919 315 1552

Let’s continue to lead, innovate, and transform Infection Prevention and Control in the Philippines.

17/02/2026

Approved 45 CPD units.