What organization to join? I'm a new grad...

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Specializes in Telehealth, Hospice and Palliative Care.

Hi, all. I'm a new grad wanting to join a professional organization. Does anyone have a favorite?

I'm looking for...

1. Something fairly nonspecific. I don't have a job yet, so I'm looking for something with a publication that covers a lot of ground (e.g. clinical, research, professional, and management topics.)

2. Something with very frequent publications. I like to learn new things. Twice a month would be optimal...assuming that it can't be daily :)

3. Something that looks good on a resume when applying for a variety of hospital and clinic positions.

4. Something with free CEU's

5. Something with a new grad membership discount.

Thanks to you all!

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American Nurses Association

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Cardiology, Geriatrics.

I agree. ANA for sure!

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Specializes in ICU, MedSurg, Medical Telemetry.

AACN -- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses

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Specializes in Occupational health, Corrections, PACU.

ANA definitely is the starting point. If you have your BS, and great grades, Sigma Theta Tau.

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Specializes in Telehealth, Hospice and Palliative Care.

I didn't even think of the ANA...I was looking at all the little specialty organizations. :uhoh3: DUH!

Thanks for the replies!

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Specializes in Telehealth, Hospice and Palliative Care.

It's $175, unless I get the limited membership that doesn't get me any publications!

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