About DNA / Benefits of Membership
When you join DNA you become a part of a growing nationwide network of dermatology nurse leaders who promote the highest standards of dermatologic nursing care. Among the many benefits of membership are:
Education Programs
Educational offerings are geared to all levels of expertise. DNA features several days of concurrent sessions, symposia and workshops, approved for continuing nursing education credits. The most current clinical concepts are presented at these educational programs during the DNA's Annual Convention each year.
Membership Categories
To suit the individual needs of our members, DNA membership is divided into five categories:
- Nurse members are registered nurses and licensed practical/vocational nurses involved in the nursing care of dermatologic patients.
- NP Society membership is open to all nurse practitioners.
- Associate members are members of related health care fields who are involved or interested in the care of dermatology patients. Associate members have all DNA benefits except voting and office holding privileges.
- Student Members are defined as individuals studying to be an entry-level nurse (RN) and who have not yet achieved their nursing degree. Student members receive many DNA benefits electronically, such as the bi-monthly Focus Newsletter online, the monthly eNewsletter, and bi-monthly email member updates. Student members will also receive special registration rates to all DNA events.
- Corporate members are individuals or organizations interested in supporting the purpose of DNA and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of Directors. Corporate membership does not confer voting privileges or active participation in DNA activities.
- Lifetime membership maintains all the benefits of nurse members, to hold office and vote, without an annual membership fee. This recognizes the contributions of each past president to the DNA.
Publications
As a member, you will receive the Focus newsletter, a bi-monthly publication that provides news about DNA, its members, chapters, and educational opportunities; and the Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association, the DNA’s official bi-monthly journal containing current developments and research in dermatology nursing.
Recognition Program
A number of prestigious awards, education scholarships and grants are presented to DNA members at the Annual Convention. Members are eligible to apply for these awards and are encouraged to nominate their colleagues or themselves.