District Nurses Associations
Professional Nurses Association of Suffolk County
Welcome | Officers/Board of Directors | Membership
Upcoming Events | News/Announcements | Contact
Welcome
Founded in 1987 by Margaret Hardie, Clara Hofmann and a group of RNs who believed a collective approach to professional issues, with the community spirit inherent in the nursing profession, would enable Suffolk County to address concerns more effectively and compassionately. PNASC was officially approved by NYSNA's Board of Directors on January 21, 1988; Margaret Hardie was elected its first president.
PNASC awards yearly scholarships to both a nursing student, and an RN preparing to advance in his/her career who demonstrates leadership and dedication to nursing. PNASC offers the community numerous resources (including CPR classes), participates in community events, and volunteers in times of need, such as the TWA Flight 800 disaster. Fundraising, advocacy for quality health care and educating the public are some of PNASC's ongoing activities.
The Association now serves more than 17,000 Suffolk County RNs. PNASC celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2012.
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Officers/Board of Directors
Officers Barbara Carlstrom, RN, President |
Board Of Directors Donna Carra, RN |
Nominating Committee Christine Dougherty, RN, Chair |
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Membership Information
Who Can Join?
- Licensed RNs living and working in Suffolk County
- Students studying for RN licensure living and working in Suffolk County (Student Associates)
- Members may join District-only, or also join NYSNA at additional cost.
- Student Associates may join District-Only.
- Dues are not deductible as charitable contributions but may be deductible under other provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
How can membership benefit you as a nurse?
- Actively address and influence professional issues
- Attend regular meetings featuring educational programs offering contact hours
- Participate in lobbying sessions with local legislators
- Receive our newsletter “The Suffolk Nurse”
- Network with fellow nurses from a variety of clinical/functional settings.
- Have access to confidential assistance through SPAN (Statewide Peer Assistance for Nurses) which offers help for chemical dependency problems.
- Eligibility for scholarship awards and the annual Margaret Hardie Award for Significant Contribution to Nursing and Health Care in Suffolk County
- Advance professionally by developing leadership skills... and much more!
Are there other opportunities for nurses?
Imagine... one profession, one voice. Many benefits are available to nurses who join both PNASC and the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA). NYSNA was formed in 1901 as the nation’s first association for professional nurses. Today, it is the largest state professional organization for registered nurses.
By joining NYSNA, you will have access to one of the top nursing libraries in the country, get advice from nursing experts, have a voice on the statewide political scene, and receive complimentary subscriptions to NYSNA publications.
District 19 Membership Application (.pdf format; Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
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Upcoming Events
PNASC events are held at the Courtyard Marriott, 5000 Express Drive South, Ronkonkoma, NY, 631.612.5000, exit 60 of the LIE.
- Nov 28: “Purple Cry and Child Abuse” Speaker: Deborah Riccardi, DNP, RN, CPNP
- Jan 16, 2013: “Complexities of Case Management” Speaker: Kathleen Barger, BSN, RNC
- Mar 20, 2013: “Care of the Bariatric Patient” Speaker: Roseann DeLuca, BSN, RN
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News/Announcements
Check back for updates of news, events and announcements.
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Contact Us
Professional Nurses Association of Suffolk County
P.O. Box 885
Patchogue, NY 11772631.758.5362
e-mail (pnasc@verizon.net)
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