Benefits of Membership

Unified Membership Structure

The New York State Association of School Nurses (NYSASN) encourages all school nurses to join! NYSASN is an affiliate organization of the National Association of School Nurses, Inc. (NASN). When you join, you are a member of NYSASN and NASN with full benefits in both organizations. Membership dues are collected and managed at NASN. 

Unlock the Value of Membership

Stay Current

Keep up to date on the latest school nursing practice and clinical research with two journals. Journal titles are:  The Journal of School Nursing   and the  NASN School Nurse.

Get the latest school health news, newly released resources, and upcoming events at your fingertips with the NASN Weekly Digest and the members-only Quarterly Connection e-newsletters.

Access online courses and other e-learning programs specifically for school nurses in the NASN Learning Center to earn nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) contact hours.

Take advantage of educational scholarships to help you meet your continuing education goals.

Support Connections

Each NYSASN zone has their own representative who keeps members informed of upcoming programs, conferences and the latest news on both the state and local level. 

Ask questions and receive instant feedback and support from thousands of school nurse peers in NASN's trusted and professional online space, the All Member Forum.

Network and learn the newest trends and techniques in school nursing with fellow nurses at the national and state level at NASN's Annual Conference, offering both virtual and in-person events and state (affiliate) conferences while benefiting from member discounts.

Access a simple and convenient way to connect with others in NASN's online communities including the NYSASN online community through the Connected Community mobile app.

Strength in Community

Join other school nurses in similar practice settings with NASN's special interest groups (SIGS); share knowledge and experiences in SIG online communities and meet up at the annual conference to deepen professional relationships.

Take advantage of combined or unified membership with NASN and NYSASN and gain access to state-specific online communities, newsletters, and resources.

Obtain affordable professional liability insurance rates through our partnership with the Nurses Service Organization (NSO).

Get exclusive discounts on several book titles offered by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Be an influencer!

The NASN Strong initiative enables members to earn $10 in NASN e-commerce credits for each member referred. Credits can be used towards dues renewal payments, NASN annual conference registration, and purchases in the NASN bookstore.

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