1. To establish the standards for nursing practice and ethics.

2. To participate in health and nursing related policy making and legislation.

3. To build up the criteria for nursing competency.

4. To voice for nurses and maintain the rights of the nursing profession.

5. To promote innovation and development in the nursing profession.

6. To mediate nursing and legal disputes.

7. To enhance the collaboration with relevant professions to strengthen the influence of nursing.

8. To promote related activities that fulfill the aims of the Association.