The American Psychiatric Nurses Association, APNA, is a professional membership organization of over 6,000 members committed to the specialty practice of psychiatric mental health nursing, health and wellness promotion through identification of mental health issues, prevention of mental health problems and the care and treatment of persons with psychiatric disorders.
Core Values
- Member-driven
- Diversity
- Integrity
- Collegiality
- Innovation
- Transparency
- Stewardship
Mission
To promote and improve mental health.
Vision
APNA will be a leader in transforming mental health care in the nation.
Envisioned Future
APNA is committed to continuous and comprehensive mental health services necessary for the promotion of optimal mental health, prevention of mental illness, intervention, health maintenance and rehabilitation. APNA will be a leader in transforming the mental health care delivery system that provides for access and parity for mental health services, considers the needs and strengths of the individual, family, group and community, and embeds quality, safe, evidence-based, inter-professional practice and cultural competence as essential dimensions of consumer-focused 21st century mental health care delivery and professional practice.
Read APNA's Strategic Plan.
