Canadian Nurses Association

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Canadian Nurses Association[edit | edit source]

The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is a professional organization representing registered nurses in Canada. It is a federation of 11 provincial and territorial nursing associations and colleges representing over 139,000 registered nurses.

History[edit | edit source]

The Canadian Nurses Association was established in 1908 as the Canadian National Association of Trained Nurses. The association changed its name to the Canadian Nurses Association in 1911. The CNA has been instrumental in advocating for the professional development of nursing in Canada and has played a significant role in the evolution of health care in the country.

Role and Function[edit | edit source]

The CNA is the national professional voice of registered nurses, supporting them in their practice and advocating for healthy public policy and a quality, publicly funded, not-for-profit health system. The association sets the standards for nursing practice, promotes continuing education, and advocates for the profession at the national level.

Certification[edit | edit source]

The CNA offers certification in 21 nursing specialties. The certification is a nationally recognized credential for registered nurses to demonstrate their competency in a specialized area of practice. The certification process involves a rigorous examination and requires ongoing professional development to maintain.

Advocacy[edit | edit source]

The CNA is actively involved in advocating for policies that promote the health of Canadians and the nursing profession. This includes advocating for safe staffing levels, access to quality health care, and the promotion of health equity.

See Also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]


This medical article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it.

‎


Retrieved from "https://wikimd.com/w/index.php?title=Canadian_Nurses_Association&oldid=5384239"

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD