increase of 50% opiate use followed by alcohol. CT state data indicates that the number of users
between 25 – 34 years old has grown exponentially.
Membershipbenefits
Discover all of the benefits of being part of a global community of addictions nurses. We also offer discounts on membership dues for those in lower-income countries.
Join IntNSA USA Connecticut chapter
With a variety of educational and networking opportunities, access to our Journal on Addictions Nursing and discounts on our annual conference, there has never been a better time to join IntNSA.
Our story
In March 2015, 15 people involved with and/or expressing an interest in addictions nursing came together with the intention to form an IntNSA chapter in Connecticut.
Members work as staff nurses, advanced practice nurses, and nurse managers. The practice settings of members included acute care (emergency services), inpatient detoxification and rehabilitation settings, outpatient treatment programs, case management, and independent practice.
Board

Karen RagaisisDNP, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, CARN
PRESIDENT
Clinical Assistant Professor, Quinnipiac University, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Emergency Services

Monique Allgood DNP, APRN, CARN-AP
Treasurer
Director of Nursing, Department of Mental Health Services / St. of Connecticut

Dede DwyerRN, DARC, CARN
Secretary
Care Coordinator, CT Care Coordinator Educator-Trainer Aware Recovery Care in North Haven, CT
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Membershipbenefits
Discover all of the benefits of being part of a global community of addictions nurses. We also offer discounts on membership dues for those in lower-income countries.
Join IntNSA Connecticut today
With a variety of educational and networking opportunities, access to our Journal on Addictions Nursing and discounts on our annual conference, there has never been a better time to join IntNSA.