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There are approximately 1,850 ASTNA
members, including members from 12 different countries. The organization is comprised of hospital-based, public service, military and private
providers of both emergency and non-emergency patient air and ground transport. It is the nationally recognized professional organization
for nurses practicing in the critical care transport industry. The majority of members are employed by transport programs. Affiliate members such as respiratory therapists, paramedics, pilots, aircraft vendors/operators, etc. also belong to the association.
Membership Categories
Active Membership
One Year $99, Three Years $277, Five Years $445, Lifetime $1000
Registered nurses actively participating (on a full or part-time basis) as a care provider, educator and/or administrator in patient transport,
regardless of mode. An RN on leave of absence from active participation
for no more than two years is also eligible for this membership category.
Affiliate Membership
One Year $94
Individuals who have an interest in patient transport and support
ASTNA and its mission (non-voting status).
Student Membership
One Year $84
Full-time students who have an interest in patient transport and support
ASTNA and its mission (non-voting status).
Military Membership
One Year $85
Full member benefits, including voting privileges, for those who have
served or are serving in the Military.
International Military Membership
One Year $104
International Membership
One Year $124
Discounted Program/Group Membership
10% Discount
A minimum order of 10 membership vouchers must be purchased at the same time with a single method of payment in order to receive the 10% discount.
Membership vouchers may be purchased for NEW or RENEWING members.
Click here for the Voucher Order Form
Membership Benefits
As a member of the Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association (ASTNA),
you receive special membership and discount benefits. Here is a handy
reference for you that includes how you can reach the ASTNA Office should
you need assistance. Welcome to ASTNA!
Information Resources
Wings, Wheels & Rotors newsletter - ASTNA's quarterly newsletter
containing up-to-date reports relevant to the profession and information
on Association activities and events.
Air Medical Journal subscription - published bi-monthly, provides
the latest news about current clinical practice and research, with
focus on industry news, how-to articles, health care reform, reimbursement,
safety and operations.
ASTNA Website - ASTNA's website offers instant access to information
about organization events, programs, products and services.
Special Member Mailings - provide news about important continuing
educational opportunities and other ASTNA products and services.
Certification
The Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN)
and Certified
Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN) are credentials, endorsed
by ASTNA, as a symbol of professionalism that is widely recognized
as an achievement of distinction in flight and ground transport nursing.
As an ASTNA member, you are eligible for reduced testing fees. For
more information, contact the Board of Certification for Emergency
Nurses toll free at (800) 900-9659 x2630 or visit the website at www.ena.org/bcen.
Publications and Resources
Flight and Ground Transport Nursing Core Curriculum, Flight Nursing
Core Curriculum Companion Workbook, Transport Certification Review
Manual II, Air and Surface Patient Transport Nurses: Principles and
Practice, 3E, Standards for Specialty Critical Care Ground Transport,
Standards for Specialty Critical Care Fixed-Wing Transport and Standards
for Specialty Critical Care Rotor-Wing Transport.
Position Statements
ASTNA has developed a variety of official position statements advocating
the best in professional practices. See Publication/Courses.
Member Benefits and Discounts
Enjoy member discounts on a wide variety of professional items including:
ASTNA educational programs; reduced fees for CFRN and CTRN testing;
conference registration to AMTC, CCTMC, ENA and AACN (NTI).
- Affordable group rates on professional liability insurance; discounts
on car rentals, an ASTNA-only credit card; and more
- Networking opportunities
- Leadership opportunities
- Awards (Katz-Mason, Jordan, CFRN, CTRN)
- ASTNA Critical Care Transport Nurses Day - February 18th
ASTNA
National Office
7995 East Prentice Avenue, Suite 100
Greenwood Village CO 80111
Phone: 800-897-6362
Fax: 303-770-1614
To Email: Click Here
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