Emergency Nurses Association www.ena.org

Let’s Get Started It is so wonderful to have you all joining us today. We know membership is an important topic and I hope you will get a lot out of today’s presentation.

Overview Who We Are Key Programs International Presence How to Join History Members Leaders Network Advocacy Key Programs International Presence How to Join Let’s start by providing an overview of the ENA.

Who We Are The ENA Story We are a specialty organization dedicated to the advancement of emergency nursing practice. Research Publications Professional Development Injury Prevention Government Affairs We have a rich history and a dynamic future! Originally aimed at teaching & networking Evolved to be the voice of emergency nursing Education, Networking, Advocacy

History of ENA Emergency Dept. Nurses Association “EDNA” 1968, Anita Dorr and Judith Kelleher Incorporated in 1970 First Scientific Assembly 1971 in New York 4,000 members by 1972 1975, first issue of Journal of Emergency Medicine “JEN” 1985, name changed to Emergency Nurses Association “ENA” Founded by two amazing individuals; Anita Door and Judith Kelleher, who, on opposite coasts had same vision. They pooled their individual organizations into one in 1970 – the EDNA. In just 2 years, by 1972, we had already grown to more than 4,000 members! In 1985 we officially changed our name to Emergency Nurses Association -- the ENA

Mission & Vision ENA’s Mission Statement The mission of the Emergency Nurses Association is to advocate for patient safety and excellence in emergency nursing practice. ENA’s Vision Statement ENA is indispensable to the global emergency nursing community.

Academy of Emergency Nursing The Academy of Emergency Nursing was established by ENA in 2004 to elevate members who: Have made enduring, substantial contributions to emergency nursing Advance the profession including the health care system in which emergency care is delivered Provide visionary leadership to ENA and AEN

We are committed to the excellence of emergency care. Who is ENA? Authority on emergency nursing Promote specialty of emergency nursing Advocate for quality of patient care Provide education, research & consultation Forum to address issues of mutual concern Partner with other health care organizations to improve health care for all We are committed to the excellence of emergency care.

Why ENA? Receive current information on the latest research, training opportunities, and professional networking Define standards of practice Promote the needs and best interests profession of emergency nursing Participate in defining the future of emergency nursing!

ENA, it’s all in our name!

Membership 42,000 members in more than 40 countries More than 700 Delegates in the General Assembly 50 State Councils 169 Local Chapters 40 National Committees and Work Teams ENA Board of Directors of 3 officers and 7 directors ENA Foundation Board and Management Board of Trustees

Who are ENA Members? Administrator Pre-hospital or flight nurse Pediatric or trauma emergency nurse Educator/Clinical Nurse Specialist Student

Membership Profile We continue to grow as the role of emergency nurse has expanded. Over 95% of our members are registered nurses 80% of members are women and 20% are men Nearly 60% are 35 or younger

Education We care about improving the education and quality of care for emergency nurses.

Education Members get free on-line learning for CEN credits and evidence-based content in ENA’s publications and training programs.

Important Resources Working with the CDC, HHS, HRSA and the White House, ENA is actively involved in public health and infectious disease concerns that effect the emergency department. ENA works jointly with nursing and other health care related organizations to create and disseminate critical information in expeditiously.

How Do We Do It? Work with 40+member committees and work teams Manage Nursing Institutes IQSIP-Institute for Quality, Safety and Injury Prevention IENR-Institute for Emergency Nursing Research IENE-Institute for Emergency Nursing Education IENAP-Institute of Emergency Nursing Advanced Practice Institutes focus on these key areas of emergency nursing and advanced practice.

Networking

Social Media Facebook: /ENAorg Twitter: @ENAorg LinkedIn: Group: ENA Google+: +EnaOrg YouTube

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Advocacy

Advocacy Monitor State and Federal Legislation Build bridges within the nursing community Pushing for government support to address workplace violence issues for ER nurses Supported the reauthorization of funding for the 57 Poison Control Centers

Day on the Hill

2017 ENA Board of Directors 2016 ENA Board of Directors Back Row, from left to right: Kathleen Carlson, Sally Snow, JoAnn Lazarus, Joan Somes, Michael Moon, Jeffrey Solheim, Mitch Jewett Front Row, from left to right: Deena Brecher, Matthew Powers, Ellen Encapera, Karen Wiley, Susan Hohenhaus

Membership Benefits Easy access to free CE Journal of Emergency Nursing ENA Connection Access to 42,000 colleagues through ENA CONNECT online forum Source for reference guides, toolkits, and clinical practice guidelines Leadership and networking opportunities Local programs and education activities Be a part of a diverse group that creates a unified voice for change

How to Join ENA… It’s Easy! Visit ENA.org and click “Join” Call member services: 800.900.9659 Weekdays, 8:30 am–5:00 pm CST Attend a state council or chapter meeting and pick up an application!

Questions? membership@ena.org

JoAnn Lazarus, MSN, RN, CEN “I am touched . . .inspired. . .and humbled by the values and integrity of ENA members” JoAnn Lazarus, MSN, RN, CEN 2013 ENA President