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Nursing Students

Research Guide for Nursing Students including Entry to Nursing, MSN, DNP, DNP/PhD

Professional Organizations

Why Join a Professional Nursing Organization?

Becoming a member of a professional nursing organization is a powerful step in shaping your future as a nurse. These organizations offer invaluable opportunities for networking, mentorship, continuing education, and staying current with best practices and policy changes in healthcare. They also give you a voice in the advancement of the nursing profession and help you build a strong professional identity. Whether you're passionate about pediatrics, public health, or policy, there's a community ready to support your growth.

Below is a list of respected nursing organizations to consider joining as you begin your journey.

General Nursing Organizations
Nursing Education Organizations
Specialty Nursing Organizations

Resources at Hopkins

After you graduate from Hopkins, you will still have access to some resources. This guide can help you set up your alum email address, save your RefWorks data, and point you toward free information resources.