The National Association of Hispanic Nurses brings together health care professionals, administrators and academic leaders from across the United States to share ideas, advocate for Hispanic nurses, and increase awareness of the specific health care needs of the Hispanic population. Membership in the National Association of Hispanic Nurses can propel your career forward by connecting you with other health professionals as well as provide high quality training and exposure to leading-edge thinking and valuable peer networking. NAHN has eight different membership types to fit your needs and gives you access to more than 40 professionalChaptersacross the United States. Download ourMembership Brochurefor more information.
Interested in giving the gift of a NAHN Membership to a nurse, nursing student, or administrator? Learn more and fill out the Gift a Membership form.
Who should join?
Any medical professional interested in helping support the healthcare needs of Hispanic communities including:
Nurses licensed in the United States and its jurisdictions
Unlicensed healthcare professionals such as certified nursing assistants, medical assistants, patient care technicians and others who work under the direct supervision of a nursing or medical professional
Nurses licensed in their country of origin who don’t live in the United States
Unlicensed students enrolled in a pre-licensure nursing program or pre-requisite nursing coursework leading to a licensure program or other medical studies program
Retired nurses
Corporations and individuals interested in helping to solve the healthcare problems and supports the healthcare needs of the Hispanic community
Membership Categories & Dues
NAHN has eight different membership types to fit your needs. Dues for licensed nurses are just $150 annually, including chapter membership. Chapter membership provides you with access to more than 40 professionalChaptersacross the United States. Please note that membership dues are non-refundable.
Click on the membership types below to learn more:
Chapter Membership Add‑On: $25 per chapter
Joining a local chapter provides opportunities for leadership development, community engagement, mentorship, scholarship access, professional networking, and advocacy at the local and state level.
Members can add one or more chapters anytime using the form below:
National Membership Only: $125 (one year) or $200 (two year)
National Membership with a Chapter Membership: $150 (one year) or $250 (two year)
Any nurse licensed in the United States and its jurisdictions and who is interested in helping to solve the healthcare problems and support the healthcare needs of the Hispanic community.
Please note: General and Emeritus are the only categories with voting privileges. Students who are already RNs, LPNs or LVNs must join as General Members. Memberships dues are non-refundable.
National Membership Only: $30
National Membership with a Chapter Membership: $40
Any unlicensed healthcare personnel (certified nursing assistants, medical assistants, patient care technicians, etc.). The nursing affiliate supports the mission of NAHN and is interested in exploring career opportunities in the nursing profession.
National Membership Only: $75
National Membership with a Chapter Membership: $100
Any nurse licensed in their country of origin that does not reside in the United States and its jurisdictions but is of Hispanic ancestry and is interested in helping to solve the healthcare problems and support the healthcare needs of the Hispanic community.
National Membership Only: $40
National Membership with a Chapter Membership: $50
Any unlicensed student enrolled in a pre-licensure nursing program leading to a nurse licensure or someone currently enrolled in pre-requisite nursing coursework leading to a nursing program or a prelicensure nursing program that is interested in helping to solve the healthcare problems and supports the healthcare needs of the Hispanic community.
Please note: General and Emeritus are the only categories with voting privileges. Students who are already RNs, LPNs or LVNs must join as General Members. Memberships dues are non-refundable.
National Membership Only: $75
National Membership with a Chapter Membership: $90
Any nurse who is at least 62 years of age, is no longer employed full-time in the occupation of nursing, and has helped to solve the healthcare problems and supported the healthcare needs of the Hispanic community during her/his career.
Please note: General and Emeritus are the only categories with voting privileges. Students who are already RNs, LPNs or LVNs must join as General Members. Memberships dues are non-refundable.
National Membership Only: $100
National Membership with a Chapter Membership: $125
Any individual other than those who qualify for previous categories who is interested in helping to solve the healthcare problems and supports the healthcare needs of the Hispanic community.
Corporate membership is one of the most important ways organizations can support NAHN’s mission of improving healthcare for Hispanic communities. Corporate membership provides recognition, engagement opportunities, and strategic partnerships and is priced at $3,000 annually.
Joining a local NAHN chapter provides valuable opportunities for leadership development, professional networking, mentorship, scholarships, community outreach, and advocacy at the local and state levels.
Members may add one or more chapters at any time using the form below:
Networking with other Hispanic healthcare professionals
Continuing Education Unit (CEU) opportunities at the National Annual Conference – member value $150 discount on registration
Awards for community service and education excellence
Chance to serve on NAHN's board and committees
Advocacy
Hispanic Health Policy Summit / Hill Day – member value $85 discount on registration
Supporting national healthcare initiatives as a united force
A forum for nurses to analyze and evaluate the healthcare needs of the Hispanic community
Opportunities to disseminate research findings and policy perspectives related to Hispanic healthcare needs to local, state, and federal agencies to impact policymaking and allocation of resources
Continuing Education
Virtual educational offerings
Discounts on tuition to Educational Partner institutions
Scholarship opportunities
News & Publications
Free subscription to the NAHN quarterly Journal, Hispanic Health Care International (HHCI) – member value $218
Electronic newsletters
E-blasts and updates
Chapter Membership Opportunity Local chapters provide members with the opportunity to address issues impacting the healthcare of Hispanics at the local and state levels.
Local and regional networking opportunities
Regular meetings to discuss local community issues
Community outreach programs
Local awards and scholarships
Chapter newsletter to keep up-to-date on local activities, events, and job opportunities
Chapter events including local conferences, leadership training and networking receptions
Student nurse mentorship programs
Work in partnership with other chapters to promote leadership, networking and support
Your NAHN renewal period starts 60 days before your membership expiration date. You can renew your membership using the link in your renewal email. You can also renew your membership and change your membership type bylogging into your member profileand clicking "Renew Now" from your profile. Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions regarding your renewal. Thank you for being part of the NAHN community!
Are you a current member but need to add one or more local chapters to your profile? Complete this formand you will be added to chapters in your area for $25 each.
Interested in giving the gift of a NAHN Membership to a nurse, nursing student, or administrator? Learn more and fill out the Gift a Membership form.