Why join a nursing organization?
Professional nursing organizations are dedicated to helping you to grow both personally and professionally by connecting you with:
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...not to mention, they look great on your résumé!
Join a professional organization
Whatever specialty you're interested in pursuing, there's an organization for you!
Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
National Website: www.amsn.org/ Local Chapter: N/A Mission: The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) is the only specialty nursing organization dedicated to the practice of medical-surgical nursing. A dynamic community of more than 13,000 medical-surgical nurses, we're committed to quality patient care through professional development, certification, scholarship, and advocacy. Student Rate: FREE |
American Association of Critical-care Nurses
National Website: www.aacn.org/ Local Chapter: sfcaaacn.nursingnetwork.com/ Mission: Patients and their families rely on nurses at the most vulnerable times of their lives. Acute and critical care nurses rely on AACN for expert knowledge and the influence to fulfill their promise to patients and their families. AACN drives excellence because nothing less is acceptable. Student Rate: $52 annually |
American Association of Neuroscience Nurses
National Website: www.aann.org/ Local Chapter: N/A Mission: The American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (AANN) is committed to working for the highest standard of care for neuroscience patients by advancing the science and practice of neuroscience nursing. AANN leads neuroscience health through engagement, education, and advocacy. Student Rate: $67 annually |
American Nurses Association
National Website: www.nursingworld.org/ana/ Local Chapter: N/A Mission: The American Nurses Association (ANA) is the premier organization representing the interests of the nation's 4 million registered nurses. ANA is at the forefront of improving the quality of health care for all. Founded in 1896, and with members in all 50 states and U.S. territories, ANA is the strongest voice for the profession. Student Rate: FREE |
American Psychiatric Nurses Association
National Website: www.apna.org Local Chapter: www.apna.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3444 Mission: The American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) was founded in 1986. In the ensuing years, APNA has grown to be the largest professional membership organization committed to the practice of psychiatric-mental health (PMH) nursing and wellness promotion, prevention of mental health problems, and the care and treatment of persons with psychiatric disorders. Student Rate: $25 annually |
Association of Women's Health, Obstetrics and Neonatal Nurses
National Website: www.awhonn.org/ Local Chapter: california.awhonn.org/sf-bay-area-north-bay-chapter/ Mission: To empower and support nurses caring for women, newborns, and their families through research, education, and advocacy. Student Rate: $60 annually |
Emergency Nurses Association
National Website: www.ena.org/ Local Chapter: www.californiaena.org/san-francisco-chapter/ Mission: The ENA mission is to advance excellence in emergency nursing. Our vision is to be the premier organization for the emergency nursing community worldwide. Student Rate: $25 annually |
Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association
National Website: advancingexpertcare.org/ Local Chapter: N/A Mission: The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association was established in 1986 and is the national professional organization that represents the specialty of palliative nursing, which includes hospice and palliative nurses. We support the profession through education programs, research initiatives, and advocacy. Student Rate: $55 annually |
Oncology Nursing Society
National Website: www.ons.org/ Local Chapter: communities.ons.org/sanfranciscobayarea/home Mission: The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) is a professional association of more than 35,000 members committed to promoting excellence in oncology nursing and the transformation of cancer care. Student Rate: FREE |
Society of Pediatric Nurses
National Website: www.pedsnurses.org/ Local Chapter: N/A Mission: The mission of the Society of Pediatric Nurses is to advance the specialty of pediatric nursing through excellence in education, research and practice. Student Rate: $70 annually |
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