Women Who Lead: Lasallian Spotlight

MERLE LOBRES SALVANI

NURSE LEADER & HEALTHCARE ADVOCATE

Career Journey

Marie Lobres Salvani is a respected nurse leader whose career spans clinical practice, nursing education, professional leadership, and national regulatory service. She currently serves as a Member of the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing under the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), appointed in November 2020 and reappointed for a second term in May 2025. She also serves as Chairperson of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Council of Nursing, supporting initiatives that strengthen the professional growth of Filipino nurses.

Beyond regulatory work, she has held key leadership roles in the nursing profession, including National President of the Philippine Nurses Association (2018) and Governor for Region VI (2015-2018). She also served as a faculty member at the University of St. La Salle College of Nursing, helping educate future nurses, and gained international clinical experience as a Unit Manager in New Jersey, USA before continuing her work in nursing leadership and service.

Achievements and Recognition

• Member, Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing, PRC (2020–present)
• Chairperson, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Council of Nursing (2021–present)
• 2nd Vice President, Philippine Association of Professional Regulatory Boards, Inc. (2026)
• National President, Philippine Nurses Association, Inc. (2018)
• Governor, Region VI, Philippine Nurses Association (2015–2018)
• Faculty Member, College of Nursing and Graduate School, University of St. La Salle
• Unit Manager, Telemetry Unit, Greenville Hospital, New Jersey, USA
• Nurses Instructor, Corpus Christi Montellbano Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
• Consistent Meritorious Teaching Award, USLS College of Nursing
• THOMAS Awardee (2x), University of St. La Salle
• Juan Medrano Award for 25 Years of Teaching Ministry, USLS
• NOPSCEA Outstanding Teacher Award, College Faculty Category

Leadership and Impact

Lasallian Values in Practice

Salvani credits her education at the University of St. La Salle for shaping her identity as a nurse, educator, and leader. The Lasallian values of faith, service, and communion in mission have guided her throughout her career.

Faith in God - grounding her leadership and service in spiritual purpose
Service to others - particularly through healthcare, education, and professional advancement
Communion in mission - fostering collaboration, teamwork, and shared responsibility
Excellence in service - maintaining high standards in nursing practice, teaching, and leadership
Respect for human dignity - recognizing the value of every person in healthcare and society

Through these principles, she has dedicated her life to strengthening the nursing profession and empowering future generations of healthcare professionals.

Advice to Young Lasallian Women

Salvani encourages young Lasallians, especially women, to pursue their dreams with faith, courage, and perseverance:

• Believe in your potential. Your voice, ideas, and talents matter.
• Pursue excellence. Success requires discipline, continuous learning, and resilience.
• Serve others through your leadership. Use your knowledge and skills to uplift communities.
• Support and empower fellow women. Strong communities are built when women help each other grow.

She reminds young Lasallians that true leadership is not only about personal success but about mentoring, inspiring, and making a positive difference in the lives of others.