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APNA Members-Only Opportunities

Connect. Lead. Share.

Get even more value from your community of colleagues! Connect, apply for scholarships and funding, boost your CV, give back, and more with one (or all!) of these current member opportunities.

Current Time-Limited Opportunities

✅ Call for Members: APNA Seclusion & Restraint Task Force

This task force, recently established by the APNA Board of Directors, seeks volunteers to review and update the APNA Position Paper on the Use of Seclusion & Restraint and the APNA Seclusion & Restraint Standards of Practice. Volunteer by October 6.

✅ Call for Papers: Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association

Telehealth in Mental Health Nursing – Deadline: January 1, 2026
Federal Funding for PMH Nursing Research – Deadline: July 1, 2026

Ongoing Ways to Get Involved

Connect in to your community anytime, anywhere.

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Join a Council

Contribute to PMH nursing practice, education, and policy through a member council.

Find My Fit

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Connect with Your Chapter

Connect with fellow PMH nurses in your state and participate in local events, education, and leadership.

Find Your Chapter

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Join the Discussion

Visit Member Bridge to answer questions or ask your own in the All Purpose Discussion Forum or your chapter community!

Post a Message

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Review Education

Ensure CE quality by serving as a peer reviewer for APNA online education (and earn contact hours!).

Become a Reviewer

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Write for APNA News

Share your insights and knowledge with the national APNA community by writing for the monthly newsletter.

Share an Idea

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Review for JAPNA

Sign up to review for the Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association. (Note: You will need to create an account)

Learn More

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Share Your News

Share your news and accomplishments, along with a headshot for APNA’s upcoming Member News articles!

I'd like to be featured!

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Get Social

Like APNA on Facebook and follow us on LinkedIn, X and Instagram. Share APNA posts with your network, and tag APNA in your APNA-related posts!

Annual Member Opportunities

Keep an eye out for announcements about these opportunities coming soon, and ensure you’re signed up to receive emails from APNA!

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Present at the Conference

Call for Abstracts: January-March
Share your expertise by submitting an abstract to be considered for presentation at the APNA Annual Conference.

See the Call for Abstracts

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Review Abstracts

Call for Reviewers: January
Reviews: March
Join the APNA Scholarly Review Committee to review APNA Annual Conference abstract submissions.

See the Call for Abstracts

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Support a Student Scholar

February-March
Encourage a student you know to apply for a scholarship! They’ll need an APNA member to provide a reference for their application.

See the Scholarships

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Apply for Scholarships

March-May
Apply for funding to attend the APNA Annual Conference through the APNA Memorial Scholarship.

See the Scholarship

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Help Select Recipients

Call for Reviewers: March-April
Reviews: April-May
Join the Awards & Recognition Committee to evaluate candidates for APNA’s awards and recognition.

Learn More

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Fund Your Research

April-June
Apply for a research grant to fund your PMH nursing research study, evidence-based practice change, or quality improvement project.

See the Grants

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Nominate for Awards

October-January
Recognize your peers or be nominated for outstanding contributions.

Discover the Awards

Why Get Involved?

Getting involved with APNA helps you grow professionally while giving back to your community. Here’s what you’ll gain:

✔ Build leadership skills and confidence
✔ Network with PMH nurse leaders
✔ Make an impact on the care of persons with mental health needs
✔ Boost your resume and visibility
✔ Earn recognition and continuing education

Not Sure Where to Start?

We’ll help you find the right opportunity based on your interests and availability.

Reach Out

Your dynamic community of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurses.

Connect with fellow psychiatric-mental health nurses, be the first to know about evidence-based resources and programs, and participate in exclusive opportunities to advance the care and treatment of those with mental health & substance use needs.

JOIN TODAY MEMBER COMMUNITY

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