Membership in GAPAN is through our national organization, the American Society OF PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN). The dual membership is available online at www.aspan.org

A word from Membership

This is a new year and I feel the vibrations of something great happening. A nursing group is considered to be noteworthy if 10% of the group they represent are active members. Do your part and bring one new person into GAPAN this year. We want a voice in the matters that affect our practice. In the meantime, please go to the ASPAN website and update your information, name, phone, address, and email. These are the only way we have to stay connected and get you the information you need. Communication is very important. Knowledge is power! Recruit a coworker today!

Vickie Jefferies, RN
Membership Chairman

Why Be A Member?

Membership gives you:

• Opportunity to attend state and national educational seminars at discounted rates
• Possible scholarships for continuing education in the field of nursing, to attend GAPAN events / ASPAN National Conference, and for certification or recertification
• Subscription to The Awakener, our tri-yearly GAPAN newsletter
• Subscription to JoPAN, the Journal of Perianesthesia Nursing
• Subscription to Breathline, ASPAN's newsletter
• Opportunity to represent our association on GAPAN's Board of Directors, District level organizations or committees, as well as on ASPAN national committees
• Eligibility for the GAPAN "Recruiter of the Year" and "PeriAnesthesia Nurse of the Year"
• Opportunity to network with perianesthesia nurses from all over the country

How many new members have you recruited?

Monitor your progress with ASPAN's Recruiter of the Year Tracking.