List of nursing organizations
Overview[edit | edit source]
The List of nursing organizations encompasses a variety of professional groups, associations, and societies that represent the interests of nurses and the nursing profession. These organizations play a crucial role in advocating for the profession, providing continuing education, setting standards of practice, and supporting research and policy development.
International Organizations[edit | edit source]
- International Council of Nurses (ICN) - A federation of more than 130 national nurses associations, representing millions of nurses worldwide.
- Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) - An international honor society of nursing, promoting leadership and scholarship in practice, education, and research.
National Organizations[edit | edit source]
United States[edit | edit source]
- American Nurses Association (ANA) - The largest professional association for registered nurses in the United States, advocating for the profession and the public.
- National League for Nursing (NLN) - Focuses on nursing education and offers professional development, research, and public policy initiatives.
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) - Represents the interests of nurse practitioners across the United States.
United Kingdom[edit | edit source]
- Royal College of Nursing (RCN) - A professional body and trade union representing nurses in the UK.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) - The regulatory body for nurses and midwives in the UK, ensuring standards of practice.
Canada[edit | edit source]
- Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) - A national professional voice for registered nurses in Canada, advocating for public policy and professional development.
- Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) - Represents registered nurses in Ontario, focusing on advocacy, policy, and professional development.
Specialty Organizations[edit | edit source]
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) - Dedicated to advancing the practice of critical care nursing.
- Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) - Focuses on the practice of perioperative nursing and surgical patient care.
- Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) - Represents emergency nursing professionals, providing education and advocacy.
Student Organizations[edit | edit source]
- National Student Nurses' Association (NSNA) - Aims to mentor students preparing for initial licensure as registered nurses.
- Canadian Nursing Students' Association (CNSA) - Represents nursing students in Canada, promoting professional development and advocacy.
Role and Impact[edit | edit source]
Nursing organizations play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare by influencing policy, setting standards, and providing a platform for professional development. They offer resources for education, networking opportunities, and a collective voice for advocacy on issues affecting the nursing profession and healthcare delivery.
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