Nurse Association LinksAmerican Association of Critical Care Nurses When AACN was first established in 1969, thanks to the efforts of those nurses and the support of physicians who understood the need for qualified nurses with specialized skills, it was as the American Association of Cardiovascular Nurses. At the time, the association's purpose was to help educate cardiovascular nurses working in newly developed intensive and cardiac care units. In 1971, the association adopted its current name – the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses – to include all nurses who care for critically ill patients, regardless of the setting or diagnosis. Today, the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is the largest specialty nursing organization in the world, representing more than 65,000 nurses – from every state in the U.S. and 45 other countries worldwide – who are charged with the responsibility of caring for the most critically ill patients. American Association of Neuroscience Nurses Founded in 1968, the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses is a national organization of 3,000 registered nurses and other health care professionals dedicated to improving the care of the neuroscience patient and to furthering the interests of health professionals in the neurosciences. American Holistic Nurses Association Established in 1981 the Holistic Nurses Association has a vision to be the definitive voice for holistic nursing. The AHNA is open to nurses and other practioners interested in holistically-oriented health care practices throughout the United States and the world. American Nurses Association The American Nurses Association (ANA)was established in 1897. The ANA states that by representing the nation's 2.6 million Registered Nurses through its 54 constituent state associations and 13 organizational affiliate members ANA advances the nursing profession by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting the economic and general welfare of nurses in the workplace, projecting a positive and realistic view of nursing, and by lobbying the Congress and regulatory agencies on health care issues affecting nurses and the public. Of course, not every nurse in the country is a member but it is the largest nurse association in the country. American Psychiatric Nurses Association American Psychiatric Nurses Association is a membership organization representing the specialty practice of psychiatric-mental health nursing. APNA fosters excellence in the domains of education, policy, practice, research, and organizational development. APNA influences these domains through core values of leadership, open communication, development, alliance, advocacy, diversity, stewardship, and professional ethics. These values are fundamental to APNA’s vision, mission, goals and strategic plan. APNA is committed to facilitating and supporting opportunities for dynamic interaction and participation among the membership. We provide forums for collaborative relationships, partnerships, and networks with mental health consumers and other healthcare professional groups. Association of periOperative Registered Nurses The first nurses assocation dedicated to the perioperative registered nurse was established in 1949 and had it's first national meeeting in 1954. The Association relies heavily on its 340 chapters, 12 specialty assemblies, 25 state councils and approximately 41,000 members to chart the course for perioperative nursing. Members help set standards for practice, determine the need for specific educational activities, and act as spokespersons for their nationally recognized association. Members can contribute to the goals of the association through participation on national standing committees, various special committees, and through participation within chapters and specialty assemblies. Canadian Nurses Association Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) mission is to advance the quality of nursing in the interest of the public In pursuit of the vision, CNA has established the following ends: Public policy incorporates the determinants of health and the principles of primary health care and expands the application of the principles of the Canada Health Act across the health care continuum. Public trust in nurses is maintained. The nursing profession achieves its full potential. The Canadian nursing profession contributes to the advancement of global health and equity. The Canadian Nurses Association is a federation of 11 provincial and territorial nursing associations representing more than 116,000 registered nurses. Emergency Nurses Association The Emergency Nurses Association was originally called the Emergency Nurses Department Association and evolved from two different Emergency Nurses Association's dating back to 1968. Thier first national meeting was held in 1971. National Association of School Nurses The National Association of School Nurses is a non-profit specialty nursing organization incorporated in 1979, which represents school nurses exclusively. NASN has over 11,000 members and 51 School Nurse Association Affiliates. Each of these affiliates elects a representative to the NASN Board of Directors. National League for Nursing As a nurse association for educators and nurses intererested in nursing education standards the NLN has existed since 1893. It officially became the NLN in 1952. It has long been the only accrediting standard that the military recognizes when granting officer status to professional graduates of nursing schools. NLN's stated purpose is "To advance quality nursing education that prepares the nursing workforce to meet the needs of diverse populations in an ever-changing health care environment." National Student Nurses Association The NSNA Mission is to: organize, represent and mentor students preparing for initial licensure as registered nurses, as well as those enrolled in baccalaureate completion programs; convey the standards and ethics of the nursing profession; promote development of the skills that students will need as responsible and accountable members of the nursing profession; convey the standards and ethics of the nursing profession; advocate for high quality health care; advocate for and contribute to advances in nursing education. Registered Nurses Association of Ontario The Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) is the professional association representing registered nurses in Ontario. It is the strong, credible voice leading the nursing profession to influence and promote healthy public policy. When you join RNAO you will join forces with almost 20,000 registered nurses in Ontario who support RNAO's ongoing political activity. Visiting Nurse Associations of America
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