Established in 2007 and governed by an elected body, the National Association of Neonatal Nurses-Advanced Practice (NANN-AP) is the unified voice of neonatal advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). NANN-AP is dedicated to addressing the unique workforce and professional practice issues of neonatal APRNs through its commitment to leadership, expertise, and community. NANN-AP develops publications for APRNs and shares membership and access to their publications with all interested neonatal healthcare practitioners. NANN-AP members receive NANN member benefits and exclusive NANN-AP benefits designed specifically for advanced practitioners.
NANN-AP Mission
NANN-AP is the national, unified voice for neonatal APRNs to ensure safe, quality, and cost-effective evidenced-based care that impacts outcomes for neonates, infants, their families, and their communities.
NANN-AP Vision
The APRN is an integral part of the healthcare system recognized for clinical expertise in education, research, quality improvement, health policy, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Leadership
To influence the future of neonatal APRNs, NANN-AP members:
- Set standards: NANN-AP members establish standards for neonatal APRN roles, education, and practice to ensure APRNs are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality care.
- Represent the specialty nationally: NANN-AP members have a voice in important discussions and decisions affecting neonatal care through representation in key groups, such as the L.A.C.E. work group, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties.
- Foster professional relationships: NANN-AP fosters collaboration and supports the professional growth of APRNs through relationships with organizations like the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
Expertise
To share their knowledge with others, NANN-AP members contribute to many initiatives:
- Educational materials: NANN-AP members apply their expertise to develop educational materials, many of which are available at a discounted rate to NANN-AP members.
- APRN Summit at NANN’s Annual Conference: Hosted by NANN-AP, this summit covers key leadership and clinical topics and provides a platform for APRNs to discuss challenges, share insights, and learn from experts in the field.
- Workforce issues: By identifying and tackling workforce and professional practice issues at the national levels NANN-AP supports the sustainability and growth of the neonatal APRN workforce.
- Recruitment and retention: NANN-AP videos target NNP recruitment and retention to combat the NNP workforce shortfall by highlighting the rewarding aspects of neonatal nursing and encouraging new professionals to join the field.
- Workforce Survey: NANN-AP uncover trends and issues related to the NNP profession through the NNP workforce survey. Download the 2020 survey executive summary.
Community
NANN-AP members build community through recognition and connection.
- Discussion Groups: The NANN-AP member-only discussion group in MyNANN, an online community forum. allows APRNs to share experiences, seek advice, and collaborate on projects.
- Awards: NANN-AP celebrates the work of exceptional APRNs through the APRN Excellence Award and the APRN Rising Star Award.
- Volunteer Opportunities: NANN-AP members can volunteer on APRN-focused task forces and work groups to contribute to important initiatives and gain valuable experience.
- Networking: NANN-AP provides networking opportunities at NANN’s Annual Conference. Members can connect with peers, share knowledge, and build professional relationships that support their career growth.
Current NANN members who are neonatal healthcare professionals can add NANN-AP to their NANN membership at any time by contacting member services at 800.451.3795.
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Neonatal Healthcare Professionals Benefit from NANN-AP Membership
NANN-AP welcomes NANN associate members who are also advanced practice providers, such as neonatal physician assistants (PAs), occupational therapists, and other neonatal healthcare professionals to join NANN-AP. Since so many critical advanced practice nurses and providers are working together to provide neonatal care, NANN and NANN-AP strive to make access to membership and critical resources available to all members of the neonatal care team. Non-nurse neonatal healthcare professionals must belong to NANN as an associate member before adding NANN-AP to their membership. Join today as an associate member or log into your NANN account to add NANN-AP to your membership today.
