Homework: Nursing Paper
Examine the importance of professional associations in nursing. Choose a professional nursing organization that relates to your specialty area, or a specialty area in which you are interested. In a 750 to 1,000 word paper, provide a detailed overview the organization and its advantages for members. Include the following:
a. Describe the organization and its significance to nurses in the specialty area. Include its purpose, mission, and vision. Describe the overall benefits, or "perks," of being a member.
b. Explain why it is important for a nurse in this specialty field to network. Discuss how this organization creates networking opportunities for nurses.
c. Discuss how the organization keeps its members informed of health care changes and changes to practice that affect the specialty area.
d. Discuss opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.