The importance of professional associations in nursing.

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- 1,000 word pap, provide a detailed overview the organization and its advantages for members. Include the following: 1. 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. 2. Explain why it is important for a nurse in this specialty field to network. Discuss how this organization creates networking opportunities for nurses. 3. Discuss how the organization keeps its members informed of health care changes and changes to practice that affect the specialty area. 4. Discuss opportunities for continuing education and professional development. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide. located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric for successful completion. ( The rubric is Professional organization associated with a specialty area is clearly described. The purpose, mission, vision, and overall benefits of being a member are described in detail. The overall description demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of professional associations).