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Frequently Asked Questions about Membership in DNA

Do I Have to Live in Delaware to Join DNA?

No!

LPNs, RNs and APRNs that work in Delaware but live in a neighboring state (NJ, PA, MD, etc.) may join the Delaware Nurses Association. Please see options to join above.

Do I have to have an active Delaware nursing license to join DNA?

Depends!

Retired/Inactive Nurses: If you once held an active nursing license and it has since lapsed or not been renewed for any reason other than Board of Nursing discipline, you can sign up for DNA membership!

Nurses with Multi-State/Compact License: If you live in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state (https://www.nursecompact.com/index.page#map) but work in Delaware, you are able to join DNA! See join options above.

Nursing Students: If you are a pre-licensure nursing student, we do not currently have a membership category for this role. We encourage you to stay connected with DNA by following our social media channels, subscribing to free emails (website homepage), and attending our twice annual Membership Assembly as an observer.

Also, nursing students should consider signing up as a Student Subscriber with the American Nurses Association (https://www.nursingworld.org/resources/individual/welcome-to-the-profession/Student-Nurses/)!

Can I join DNA if I am already a member of another state nurses association?

Yes!

Current members of a state nurses association (i.e., New Jersey State Nurses Association, Pennsylvania State Nurses Association, Maryland Nurses Association, etc.) and the American Nurses Association (ANA) may add membership in DNA.

If you are already a member of a state nurses association and ANA, it will cost $7.90/month or $91.50/year to join DNA, in addition to your current membership dues. You can add DNA to your current membership by contacting ANA's Membership Billing Department at (800) 284-2378 or e-mail them at memberinfo@ana.org.

This is also true, conversely. Members of DNA & ANA can elect to join a second state nurses association in the ANA network. Pricing varies. Contact ANA's Membership Billing Department at (800) 284-2378 or e-mail them at memberinfo@ana.org.

Alternatively, if you are an existing member of state nurses association and ANA, you may elect to transfer your state membership to DNA. DNA & ANA members pay $15.75/month or $183/year. You can transfer your state nurses association membership to DNA by contacting ANA's Membership Billing Department at (800) 284-2378 or e-mail them at memberinfo@ana.org.

Do I have to be an RN to join DNA?

No!

DNA is the oldest, largest, and most inclusive association for all licensed nurses living and/or working in Delaware! We have membership for LPNs, RNs, and APRNs.
*LPNs join the DNA only. RNs & APRNs join both DNA and the American Nurses Association.

5 Reasons to Activate Your Membership

You gain a powerful advocate shaping the policies that shape your practice.

DNA is the only organization representing all Delaware nurses at the state and national levels. Members fuel the advocacy that drives safer staffing, workforce investment, educational pathways, and professional recognition. When decisions are made about nursing, DNA ensures nurses are not just consulted — they are leading.

You join a statewide network that opens doors, accelerates careers, and builds leadership.

From emerging nurses to seasoned executives, DNA connects you with the people who influence Delaware’s healthcare landscape. Members access leadership development, mentorship, and opportunities to serve on committees, advisory groups, and statewide initiatives that elevate your professional profile and prepare you for your next job.

You gain access to resources that strengthen your practice and support your growth.

Members receive evidence-based updates, policy intelligence, continuing education, and tools that help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment. DNA curates what matters most to Delaware nurses - no noise, just value.

You become part of a community that reflects your values and amplifies your impact.

DNA is building a profession where diversity is embraced, equity is expected, inclusion is practiced, belonging is felt, and accessibility is guaranteed. Members help shape a culture that supports every nurse, in every setting, across every identity.

You help build the future of nursing in Delaware - and your role in it.

Membership fuels workforce initiatives, research, innovation projects, and statewide collaborations that strengthen the profession for the next generation. When you join DNA, you're not just supporting the work - you're shaping the future and what we will all become.

Delaware Nurses, Delaware Benefits

All members of DNA receive access to the following state-level discounts and benefits as a result of your membership. Once you join, you will receive a confirmation email welcoming you to the association. This means your profile has been built and you can log into your profile and access the "For Members" page with links and instructions on how to utilize these benefits.

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For Dual DNA & American Nurses Association Members - Your Personal Benefits!

The Delaware and American Nurses Associations are serious about ensuring you feel the benefits of your dual membership. We are continuously looking for new additions to the personal benefits programs. Your Active ANA/DNA Member Number Powers Multiple Discounts.