What does KNA mean in NURSING

The Kentucky Nurses Association (KNA) advocates for the rights and interests of nurses, promotes professional practice standards, and promotes public health and safe patient care.

To become a member of KNA, you must be an RN licensed in Kentucky or an approved nursing associate with an active license in the state. You can apply online at https://www.ky-nursing.org/kna-membership/new-members/.

KNA provides many opportunities for its members to network professionally, engage in continuing education, get involved in legislative initiatives, join specialty groups, volunteer on various committees and awards programs, participate in student mentoring programs, attend conferences and workshops, and much more!

Yes, there is an annual membership fee that varies depending on the type of membership you choose. There are also discounted rates available for students or retired members.

There are multiple ways to get involved with KNA outside of becoming a member. People can volunteer their time as a mentor or tutor to nursing students; participate on various committees or task forces; volunteer at events such as conferences or nurse practitioner forums; donate funds; write letters or make calls advocating for legislation that supports healthcare issues impacting nurses; write articles for newsletters; help identify grant opportunities to benefit the profession; provide support to local chapters; and more!