NSNA Membership Benefits Summarized

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NSNA Leadership U:
NSNA members have an opportunity to maximize their leadership potential and thus enhance their career development. Self governance opportunities are available at the school, state and national levels. Through NSNA’s Leadership U, www.nsnaleadershipu.org, NSNA members have access to a model that earns recognition for participation in NSNA activities. The leadership and management skills developed are vital in a work setting as well as to professional associations upon graduation from nursing school. Log on to access the Leadership Library, chat rooms, and access to Critical Portfolio™. Your NSNA membership number is your ID number. Default password (case sensitive): NSNA. You will be prompted to select a new password.

Critical Portfolio™
A comprehensive professional portfolio is the standard by which today’s nursing candidate is evaluated. The first of its kind, web-based portfolio management solution provides nursing professionals and students with an automated and organized professional portfolio – accessible anytime, anywhere. The Critical Portfolio™ solution allows for personal, customized portfolios that include education case logs, papers, memberships, NSNA activities, resumes, and more! Additionally, it provides the owner with reminders of upcoming education, credential, and license renewal requirements. Free access for NSNA members on www.nsnaleadershipu.org.

Health and Accident Insurance:

NSNA members and their eligible spouse and dependents can purchase group injury and sickness insurance provided by United Healthcare Student Resources. The plan includes prescription drug coverage and continuation privilege for a period of up to nine months after graduation if eligible. It is affordable for students and their dependents. Available in most states. Visit www.uhcsr.com/NSNA or call 1-800-643-6688 for more information.

UnitedHealth Allies® Discount Dental and Vision Plans (& More) - Included at no extra cost with every NSNA student health insurance policy is the UnitedHealth Allies® discount program. Although not insurance, the UnitedHealth Allies discount program provides up to 50% savings for a variety of healthcare services and products including dental, vision and wellness. Enjoy additional savings on massage therapy, sports apparel & equipment, fitness club membership and even textbooks. The discount card is accepted at thousands of locations nationwide.

Collegiate Assistance Program (CAP) – Help for stressful situations - Also included at no extra cost with every NSNA student health insurance policy is 24/7, toll free access to a team of Registered Nurses and Student Assistance Specialists that are there to help students manage common problems and stressors that can detract from academic success. CAP professionals can assist with health, personal, school, legal or financial concerns before they become unmanageable.

Malpractice Insurance:

Nurses Service Organization (NSO) is the official NSNA-endorsed provider of professional liability insurance for nursing students. NSO offers students malpractice protection coverage up to $1 million per occurrence up to $6 million annually, for only $29 a year! After you graduate and begin to take on full nursing duties, you’ll be eligible for a 50% discount off the full-time nurse's premium as a first-year graduate (good for 12 months following graduation date). Visit www.nso.com for more information.

Nursing Journal Subscription Discounts:

• Nursing2009: NSNA member rate: $19.95 + $1.95 S&H.
• American Journal of Nursing: NSNA member rate: $19.95 + $1.95 S&H.
• Nursing Made Incredibly Easy: NSNA member rate: $19.95 + $1.95 S&H.
• RN Magazine: Exclusively for NSNA members: RN at the lowest rate available (12 issues in all) for $17.97. To order call 1-800-926-1976 and don’t forget to mention you are an NSNA member.
• American Nurse Today: published monthly, NSNA member rate: $13.95 including S&H. Call HealthCom Media, Jennifer Kenny, Subscription dept. at 212-489-7000 ext 119 or visit www.americannursetoday.com. Have your membership number handy.

Convention and Conference Discounts:

• NSNA Convention: NSNA members pay $90.00 to pre register (non members pay $150.00).
• NSNA MidYear Conference: NSNA members pay $65.00 to pre register (non members pay $110.00).

NSNA Nursing Specialty Partnerships:
NSNA members may join the American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA), American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE), and Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN), Emergency Nurses Association (ENA), and Oncology Nurses Society (ONS) at a special rate.

Study Tools:

• Drexel University has demonstrated a long-term commitment to nursing students across the country offering NCLEX prep courses since the 1980’s. With courses at more than 200 Universities, colleges and hospitals across the country, Drexel University NCLEX! EXCEL® has the capability to assist NSNA members wherever they attend nursing school. Students who attend school at or near a host site will receive a 10% discount off the entry fee of any live NCLEX prep. If a site is not near by, students can form a group and have Drexel University NCLEX! EXCEL® come to them (call 800-666-PREP for details) or purchase one of NCLEX EXCEL®’s video, audio or online reviews also for a 10% discount at http://passnclex.drexel.edu/nsna.aspx. Have your NSNA membership number handy for checkout.
• NSNA members receive a 25% discount on NCLEX-RN® Review and the Complete Review for NCLEX-RN® by Donna Faye Gauwitz.
• Delmar Cengage Learning is pleased to offer all NSNA members a 25% discount on many of the products. To receive discount, please click on the Delmar Cengage Learning banner on the homepage or visit www.delmarhealthcare.com and during checkout within our eCatalog be sure to enter the following source code FNURE046.
• Mosby’s Tour Guide to Nursing School, A Student’s Road Survival Kit, 5th edition: This highly praised, popular “road trip” provides students with a down-to-earth yet humorous description of the journey through nursing school. It offers useful advice for coping with nursing school. Helpful suggestions and strategies are provided for time management, improving study habits, surviving clinical rotations, and balancing school, work, and family obligations. 10% off for NSNA members! Call 1-800-545-2522 and have your membership number handy!

Barnes & Noble.com
The NSNA Online Bookstore, sponsored by Barnes & Noble.com offers NSNA members an additional 5% off on all orders, plus free standard shipping when you spend $25 or more. Watch for additional discounts announced via blast e-mail to members. The NSNA Online Bookstore features nursing and leadership titles and other eligible products such as college textbooks, music and movies. To receive the discount, simply shop through the NSNA Bookstore at www.bn.com/nsna (discounts automatically calculated when you checkout). A portion of sales revenue from the NSNA Bookstore will help fund nursing school grants in the Marilyn Bagwell Leadership Development program.

AllHeart
NSNA members get $10 off on purchases of $25 or more on uniforms, tools, shoes, books, and accessories, visit www.allheart.com for more information.

Reference Point Software:
APA4WP Software available to automatically format references and format entire term and research papers in APA & MLA style. NSNA member rate $24.95 when you use the coupon code: NSNA-APA. Call 1-800-474-5058 or visit www.referencepointsoftware.com to order online.

Imprint:
Members receive five issues of Imprint each year.

NSNA Credit Card Program:
NSNA is proud to offer the NSNA Platinum Plus® credit card with WorldPoints® rewards, a no annual fee Visa® program that features competitive annual percentage rates as well as superior benefits and service and get a $50 statement credit (after qualifying transaction(s). Every dollar in retail purchases equals one point, with no limit to the points you can earn. Points can be redeemed for air travel, cash back, and much more. Request the only card that helps support NSNA with every purchase-at no cost to you! A contribution is made to NSNA with each newly opened account. To apply, or for more information about the rates and terms, call 1-800-932-2775 and mention priority code UAAJWA. Or log on to www.newcardonline.com to securely apply for the card.

Scholarship Program:
Members get credit for their involvement when they apply for a scholarship through the NSNA Foundation scholarship program. Applications are available on the NSNA website (www.nsna.org) under Foundation of the NSNA, or call (718) 210-0705.

Contests:
Only NSNA members and NSNA school and state constituents are eligible to win NSNA contests:

• Project InTouch
• Winners' Way
• Precious Metal Awards
• State Excellence Award
• Breakthrough to Nursing Project Awards
• Community Health Project Awards
• Newsletter Contest
• Isabel Hampton Robb Leadership Award (sponsored by Elsevier)
• Leader of Leaders Award (sponsored by Elsevier)
• Political Involvement Award
• Empowering Resolutions Award
• Disaster Preparedness Award
• Image of Nursing Project Award
• Dr. Robert V. Piemonte Financial Excellence Award
• Bylaws and Policies Committee Award
• Website Award
• NSNA/Nursing Spectrum Writing Contest

Information:
NSNA members are kept abreast of developments in the profession. They are informed about issues which influence education and future practice as graduate nurses. Members are encouraged to take action when legislative decisions involve healthcare, nursing, and nursing students.

Community Health Involvement:
Through NSNA's Community Health Projects programs, students can become involved in local activities which promote health.

State and School Chapter:
Several state associations and school chapters have incentives and benefits available for NSNA members. Create your own summary of benefits and share them with the membership recruiters in your state.

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