Nurse Professional Association Membership

Examine the importance of professional associations in nursing. Choose a professional nursing
organization that relates to your specialty area, or a specialty area in which you are interested. In
a 750-1,000 word paper, provide a detailed overview the organization and its advantages for
members. Include the following:
Describe the organization and its significance to nurses in the specialty area. Include its purpose,
mission, and vision. Describe the overall benefits, or “perks,” of being a member.
Explain why it is important for a nurse in this specialty field to network. Discuss how this
organization creates networking opportunities for nurses.
Discuss how the organization keeps its members informed of health care changes and changes
to practice that affect the specialty area.
Discuss opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the
Student Success Center. An abstract is not required