NSNA Partnerships with Specialty Nursing Organizations

One of the main objectives of NSNA is to prepare students to play active and vital roles in the nursing profession. NSNA socializes students into the world of professional organizations and provides opportunities to gain invaluable skills and experiences that enhance professional development.

NSNA strives to build and strengthen the bridge between education and practice. NSNA members are informed about professional organizations and encouraged to learn about them – even as students.

Through a Partnership Program, NSNA members may join selected specialty nursing organizations at a reduced rate available only to NSNA members. Click on the nursing organization to join.

American Holistic Nurses Association
Founded in 1981, AHNA is a non-profit membership association for nurses and other holistic healthcare professionals with headquarters in Flagstaff, Arizona. AHNA promotes the education of nurses, other healthcare professionals, and the public in all aspects of holistic caring and healing, serving as a bridge between conventional medicine and complementary and alternative healing practices. Holistic nursing is recognized by the American Nurses Association as an official nursing specialty with defined scope and standards of practice. NSNA members receive a special membership discount of $10 at www.ahna.org.

The American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE)
The American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) is the premier national organization of nurse leaders and aspiring nurse leaders who share one vision – shaping the future of health care through innovative nursing leadership. Founded in 1967, AONE stays at the forefront of professional nursing associations by providing leadership, educational opportunities, resources, and advocacy to our 6,400 members. By providing these skills and opportunities, AONE plays an integral role in advancing nursing practice and patient care, promoting nursing leadership excellence, and shaping health care public policy. Whether you are a student who looks forward to a career in nursing or a staff nurse who aspires to a career in nursing leadership, AONE has the tools, insights and solutions to assist you in achieving even more success in your career. Join today at www.aone.org and become a Student Member for $60.00. Be sure to enter your NSNA membership number to obtain this special rate.

Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses
The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) is the national association committed to improving patient safety in the surgical setting. AORN is the premier resource for perioperative nurses, advancing the profession and the professional with valuable guidance as well as networking and resource-sharing opportunities. AORN promotes safe patient care and is recognized as an authority for safe operating room practices and a definitive source for information and guiding principles that support day-to-day perioperative nursing practice. Log on to www.aorn.org for more information.

Emergency Nurses Association
Founded in 1970, the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) is the nation’s only professional association dedicated solely to the advancement of emergency nursing. Discover a wealth of opportunities for personal and professional advancement as a member of the Emergency Nurses Association. ENA membership gives you access to the knowledge, experience, and views of health care professionals throughout the nation. You will be able to advance your career by building your exposure and visibility to decision-makers. Your knowledge and skills will be enhanced by taking advantage of the latest clinical, research and education programs all designed with a focus on emergency care. As an NSNA member, you are eligible to receive a generous 60% membership discount. Apply for an ENA membership today at www.ena.org.

Oncology Nursing Society
"The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), the largest professional oncology association in the world, is composed of more than 37,000 registered nurses and other healthcare providers dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, research, and administration in oncology nursing. The Society offers useful information and opportunities for nurses at all levels, in all practice settings, and in all subspecialties. Members of NSNA are able to join ONS for an annual fee of $25. For more information, visit us at www.ons.org."