JOIN US
Why Join CINA?
Nursing organizations help complete the circle between clinical practice and the outside factors that influence nursing. CINA presents a forum for nurses of Indian heritage to benefit your clinical skills, professional development, and networking opportunities in Fresno, CA.
PERKS OF YOUR CINA MEMBERSHIP
Professional Development
- Free CE courses
- Access to courses and educational events from NAINA and CINA
- Various volunteer and leadership opportunities
- Development of student nurses through Discounted membership
- Opportunities to network and attend conferences from NAINA and CINA
- Staying up to date with current trends, policy changes and innovations in healthcare
Scholarship & Grants
- CINA offers a variety of funding to meet the needs of nurses of Indian heritages around the world in areas of education, career development and leadership funding.
- Provides opportunities to access scholarship through NAINA
Volunteer Opportunities
- Members of CINA are invited to participate in several different volunteer capacities, as members of committees and task forces. Participation on a task force or committee is a great way to contribute to CINA as well as to get to know other important leaders within the organization.
- CINA also invites its members to participate in various philanthropic activities thereby providing opportunities to give back to community.
ANNUAL & LIFE MEMBERSHIP
Qualifications for Annual & Life Membership:
Registered professional nurse of Indian origin or heritage.
Must have current RN license in any states or territories of USA.
Must be of good professional standing (not barred or suspended license).
Member must agree with the mission and comply with the rules and bylaws set by California Indian Nurses Association (CINA).
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP
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Upgrade to Life Membership anytime with prorated payment option
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Professional Networking
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Leadership Development
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Professional and Scholarly Development
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Research Interest Group
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Educational Webinars with ANCC Accredited Contact Hours
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Mentor/Mentee Opportunities
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Access Member-only sections at Website
LIFE MEMBERSHIP
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Tuition discount for nursing programs from our Academic Partners
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Professional Networking
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Leadership Development
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Professional and Scholarly Development
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Research Interest Group
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Educational Webinars with ANCC Accredited Contact Hours
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Mentor/Mentee Opportunities
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Access Member-only sections at Website
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
Qualification for Student Membership shall be:
Basic nursing student of Indian origin or heritage.
Not employed as a professional nurse currently.
Member must agree with the mission and comply with the rules and bylaws set by California Indian Nurses Association (CINA).
Applicants must provide a copy of current student ID Card.
Qualified members from the states of Texas, who are enrolled in a basic nursing education program may become a member of California Indian Nurses Association (CINA) as a student member by paying student Membership fee. Student members do not hold offices or participate in decision-making process and do not have voting privileges, but may enjoy all other benefits of California Indian Nurses Association (CINA) membership as a member by paying Student Membership fee.
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
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Upgrade to Annual/Life Membership when eligible with prorated payment option
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Professional Networking
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Leadership Development
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Professional and Scholarly Development
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Research Interest Group
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Educational Webinars with ANCC Accredited Contact Hours
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Mentor/Mentee Opportunities
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Access Member-only sections at Website