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The Power of Nurses

Amplifying the voices of nurses across America to drive change and ignite a new era in nursing.

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The heartbeat of health care

In nursing, the time for transformation is always. Every day we are leading a quiet revolution to create impactful, meaningful change within our profession. And we invite you to carry the flame – to shape the future of nursing, to set new standards of excellence, and to empower our profession now and for another 125 years.

Because together, we are The Power of Nurses.

American Nurses Association

ANA has been championing the interests of registered nurses for more than 125 years – and we’re going to do much more. From advocacy to supporting nurses at all career stages, see how we’re looking to the future.

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American Nurses Foundation

We are the only philanthropic organization to support all U.S. nurse interests. Together we can transform the nation’s health by delivering solutions that matter.

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Lead the profession to shape the future of nursing and health care

We’re here to improve patient care through supporting both individuals and organizations to advance the nursing profession. From advocating in the halls of Congress, to setting the bar for credentialing worldwide, the American Nurses Enterprise exists to give every nurse the best chance of success.

Practice and Policy

Explore the foundations of what makes nursing the most trusted profession in the U.S., with information from nursing practice and policy, to nursing positions on ethics and innovation. 

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Certification

Are you interested in AGACNP-BC, AGPCNP-BC, Family NP, Med-Surg, or other nursing certifications? 

Certification validates that you have the skills needed to succeed in this ever-changing profession and ANCC has many certification options. Earn credentials as an expert in your specialty, and become the nurse you want to be.

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Membership

Joining the American Nurses Association (ANA) is the best thing you can do for your career – and adds value to nursing as a whole. By uniting with the best nurses in the U.S., you’ll access development opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else and show pride in your profession.

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Education & Events

Realize your ambitions and expand your nursing knowledge, with tools to suit your learning style. From e-learning to online courses, it’s never been easier to fit more learning into your busy life. 

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Get Involved

Make a difference, and play your part in improving health care for everyone. By working together, we can improve the lives of nurses – and ensure the very best patient outcomes. 

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Resources

Discover books, tools, and courses to help nurses and organizations thrive. From scholarships to periodicals, see what we can do for you. 

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In the News

News

It has always been important for  nurses to keep up-to-speed on the very latest developments in nursing and health care. Now, all these vital updates are in one place. See the very latest news from American Nurses Enterprise, ANA, ANCC, and the Foundation. 

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