About DNA
The Dermatology Nurses’ Association is committed to you and the specialty of dermatology nursing.
Mission Statement/Core Purpose:
The Dermatology Nurses’ Association is a professional nursing organization comprised of a diverse group of individuals committed to quality care through sharing knowledge and expertise. The core purpose of the DNA is to promote excellence in dermatologic care.
History:
In 1978, an informal meeting was held to discuss concerns and questions and to seek avenues for further education for dermatologic nursing. This meeting lead to increased attendance the next year and finally to the first educational program in 1980. In 1981 nurses from all areas of dermatologic practice met to explore the possibility of forming a professional association of nurses working in the dermatology field. The first official annual convention of DNA was held in 1982. In 1983 the first elected slate of officers was installed. The DNA has grown to over 3,000 members with 26 local chapters. The first issue of DNA’s first journal, Dermatology Nursing, was published in 1989. The newsletter, DNA Focus, a highly informative bi-monthly publication has continued to develop in response to the members’ needs.
Membership:
- 3,000+ RNs, NPs, LPN/LVNs, Medical Assistants, Other Associate Members
- Breakdown – 71% Nurses, 21% Medical Assistants, 8% Other
- Categories – Nurse Member, Associate Member, Senior Member, Honorary, Lifetime, Corporate
Chapters:
26 Local Chapters
Membership Services:
- Educational Programs – National and Local
- Communication and Networking with Peers
- Bi-Monthly Newsletter, DNA Focus
- Bi-Monthly Journal, the Journal of the Dermatology Nurses Association
- Scope and Standards of Practice
- Publication, Dermatology Nursing Essentials: A Core Curriculum – 2nd Edition (2003)
- Dermatology Nursing Self Assessment (computer software program)
- Scholarships, Grants, and Awards
- Dermatology Nursing Certification (administered by DNCB)
- Continuing Education Approver and Provider Accreditation through ANCC
- Interactive Web Site
- Resource Center
Organizational Structure:
Board of Directors consists of eight members:
- President
- President-Elect
- Immediate Past President
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- 3 Directors
Marketing Opportunities For:
- Corporate Membership
- Annual Convention
- Exhibit Opportunities
- Advertising Opportunities in the Program Book
- Registration Stuffer Program
- Sponsorship Opportunities (CE and Social)
- Direct Mail of Convention Attendees
- Summer Meeting
- Sponsorship Opportunities
- DNA Web site
- Corporate Member Listings and Links
- Journal of the Dermatology Nurses Association
- Advertising Opportunities
- CE Article Sponsorships
- Supplements
- Mailing List of DNA Members
- Direct Mail Opportunities
Corporate Membership:
Companies are invited to join DNA as a Corporate Member for an annual contribution of $2,500. Benefits include recognition in the DNA FOCUS newsletter, Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association and on DNA’s web site,www.dnanurse.org. Corporate members receive recognition at the Corporate Members Luncheon held in conjunction with the Annual Convention and also receive recognition in the Convention Program Book.
Annual Convention:
- Exhibits are open over the course of three days.
- Additional Workshops held in conjunction with the Annual Convention include Phototherapy Workshop, Dermatology Nursing Basics Course, Dermatologic Surgery Core Curriculum, Nurse Practitioner Forum, Cosmetic Dermatology Workshop, Certification Review Course, Wound Care Workshop, and Skin Cancer Workshop.
- 1,000 attendees are expected.
- Sponsorship opportunities are available for educational programs.
- Visit the Events page to view upcoming dates and locations.
Web Site:
DNA’s Web site, www.dnanurse.org, offers membership services, online educational activities, convention registration information and much more.
Mailing List Rental:
DNA makes its mailing list available for rental to companies. Certain qualifications and restrictions apply. You may select from the entire DNA mailing list or the NP Society mailing list only.
DNA Contact Information
DNA National Office
15000 Commerce Parkway, Suite C
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Phone: 800-454-4DNA (4362)
Fax: 856-439-0525
Email: dna@dnanurse.org
Staff
Executive Director
Victoria E. Elliot, R.Ph., MBA, CAE
Assistant Executive Director
Birsu Bascillar
Administrative Assistant/Membership Coordinator
Julianna King
Meetings Manager
Robin Geary
Assistant Meetings Manager
BreAnne Clark
Senior Exhibits Manager
Christopher Brown, CEM, CMP
Registration Coordinator
Lisa Dougherty
Director of Education
Dorothy Caputo, MA, APRN, BC-ADM, CDE
732-495-7639
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Media Inquiries
Communications Manager
Linda Woody
lwoody@ahint.com