Nursing organizations can offer many resources and opportunities, no matter what stage you are in your nursing career. They foster a sense of community among nurses and can advance your nursing career in many ways. As a nurse, you recognize the value of belonging to a nursing organization. But there are so many to choose from, and due to the tightness of your personal budget, you only want to join a few that are most relevant to your needs. School and State Nurses Association In nursing school, you must enroll as a member of your school's nursing student association. This will give you access to many resources to make nursing school a little easier than it needs to be and give you a chance to socialize into your chosen profession. You can maximize the benefits you receive from your student nursing group if it is a constituent member of the state nurses association or the National Student Nurses Association. The state nurses association allows you to search for mentors and colleagues throughout your state. National Student Nurses Association NSNA helps nursing students develop not only nursing skills but also cultivate their interest in joining professional nursing organizations after nursing school. As an NSNA member, you can enjoy many benefits, including student discounts on books and school supplies. You can also apply for scholarships and get special offers on NCLEX review courses. This organization aims to help nursing students transition into professional nursing practice. It offers mentorship programs, leadership opportunities and the chance to connect with nurses who are already engaged in real-world practice. If you are concerned about the large membership fees required by professionals... middle of the paper... .have exclusive access to materials and preparation to help you obtain this certification.Examples of these specialty nursing associations by nursing role include the American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA), the Association of Perioperative Nurses (AORN), and the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA). If you are a minority, you can become a member of groups that meet your specific interests such as the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) and the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN). By joining nursing groups, you will be able to network with colleagues, advance your education and career, and update your nursing knowledge. You will have demonstrated your commitment to professional nursing development and patient care. Which nursing organizations have you joined? How your membership has helped you in your nursing career??