>> Welcome to IntNSA
The International Nurses Society on Addictions (IntNSA) is a professional specialty organization founded in 1975 for nurses committed to the prevention, intervention, treatment, and management of addictive disorders including alcohol and other drug dependencies, nicotine dependencies, eating disorders, dual and multiple diagnosis, and process addictions such as gambling.
>> Educational Offerings
IntNSA has something to offer every nurse, regardless of their area of nursing practice. With the prevalence of addiction-related health consequences, we believe that all nurses must maintain a basic level of knowledge and skills in addictions.
IntNSA offers multiple opportunities for members to obtain Nursing Contact Hours and Recognized Clock Hours (RCH).
>> Addictions Nursing
Our strength comes from our members, including clinicians, educators, managers, and researchers who practice in a wide variety of settings, including treatment centers, hospitals, schools, private practices, primary care, and other community agencies. We firmly believe that all nurses, regardless of their specialty or practice setting, can play a role in the promotion of healthy lifestyles and the early identification of people at greater risk for developing problems associated with the abuse of addictive substances.
>> Certification
Become a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN) or Certified Addictions Registered Nurse - Advanced Practice (CARN-AP). These examinations, implemented by the Addictions Nursing Certification Board (ANCB), are designed to determine and recognize the ability to apply knowledge from nursing and related disciplines to the care of persons with problems resulting from patterns of abuse, dependence, and all aspects of addictions.
Save the Date
2013 Annual Educational Conference
October 9-12, 2013
Madison Hotel in Washington, DC
2013 Conference Information >>
Scholarships/Grants
Learn about the opportunities available. Application deadline June 1.
- Cathy Buffington Memorial Scholarship
- Lois Widley Scholarship
- IntNSA Board of Directors Research Scholar Award
FAN Information >>
Career Center
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a professional that meets your
staffing needs.