Membership benefits include following:
- Membership to SAINA makes you a member of the National American Indian Nurses Association (NAINA) also.
- Meet with other nurses of Indian descent at professional and cultural events.
- Connect with fellow advanced practice nurses through SAINA’s recently formed APRN Forum.
- Professional and leadership development: Participate in the governance of the association. Hold positions of leadership in local and national committees and subcommittees.
- Be represented by SAINA & NAINA, at other local, state, national and international organizations
- Find a mentor or be a mentor!
- Receive discounts on events and educational opportunities: A 10%-15% discount for SAINA/NAINA members and family members to Grand Canyon, Walden, and up to 30% for Chamberlain University
- Have FREE member-only access to RIghtNOW media: A member only site for leadership, professional and spiritual development ($200 Value)
- Participate in annual fundraisers to generate funds for the community.
- Scholarship: NAINA grants a $300.00 scholarship to an eligible undergraduate or associate degree nursing student of Indian heritage from the United States, and $500 for research. SAINA grants several $500 to $1000 scholarship for eligible members.
- Volunteer for health events in the community.
- Free CE: ANCC accredited free CE credits for APRN and RN.
- Career development: Coaching and mentorship by the Governing board of SAINA.
- Discounts from our partner businesses: Local business discounts.
- Fun activities for the family: Participate in cultural nights, talent shows, and family picnic with other local organizations.
- Newsletter: A free subscription to our newsletter which will keep you informed of chapter events and other nursing-related topics.
- Representation: SAINA and NAINA will be the official voice for Indian nurse in America for professional nursing issues and concerns.
- Addressing local priorities: Providing need based programs for South Asian Communities.
- Nomination in local, regional and state level awards for members only.
- Reference for Job and school by the executive board of SAINA.
- Coverage in social media and various news outlets.
- Doctoral advisory help for DNP/Ph.D students.
- Scholarly articles in peer reviewed journals.
- 35% off Springer publishing.
- 15% off CNEA
- 25% off Wild Iris.
- and Many more benefits.......