A Community to Advance Excellence in Long Term Care Nursing
American Association for Long Term Care Nursing Membership Benefits
2009 Membership Benefits in Review AALTCN would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your ongoing support and membership. We know that during these challenging economic times every dollar you spend needs to count more than ever, and for this reason, we are committed to assuring that you get the best value for your membership. In fact, we believe that when compared to other associations, AALTCN offers the greatest value for the money that you could obtain by providing: See file to the right for 2009 benefits.
Monthly e-newsletters, current news, education articles, member spotlights and more.
Position Statements and Core Competencies that provide job descriptions, requirements and core competencies for major positions in the nursing department. (A $49 value that is free to members)
Training modules on major clinical issues (e.g., Bone Health, DVT and Breaking the Fall Cycle) that provide PowerPoint presentations, teaching guides and handout materials tailored to various levels of LTC staff. (A $190 value each)
Clinical education and toolkits for many specialty areas including Alzheimer disease, Incontinence, Diabetes, Osteoporosis and more.
Certification programs
Director of Nursing in LTC Certification Program: DON-CLTC
Staff Development Specialist in LTC Certification Program: SD-CLTC
RN in Long Term Care Certification Program: RN-CLTC
LPN in Long Term Care Certification Program: LPN-CLTC
Discounts from Health Education Network, the leading publisher of LTC educational materials and manuals, www.HealthEd.net
Special educational grant to The College Network to help enhance your skill and scope of practice through continued education. http://www.college-net.com/LTCNursing
Subscription to professional journals
Advance for Long-Term Care Management
Advance for Nurses
Advance for LPNs
Kestrel Health Information Sourcebooks ($34.95 value)
Provider for Long Term Care Professionals
Member discounts to education workshops, regional conferences and seminars.
Weekly e-seeds --motivational and inspirational messages for LTC staff
e- alerts provide LTC breaking news and important updates
Access to professional development programs.
Professional Career Board
Event Calendar
Industry audio conferences and webinars
Networking and sharing of resources with colleagues
Representation on national committees and with national initiatives:
Advancing Excellence Campaign
Nurse Image Involvement in Culture Change:Hartford Foundation, Pioneer Netword and CGNO
Committee on LTC Nursing Practices
Coalition to Protect Senior Care
Coalition of Geriatric Nursing Organization
DVT Coalition
Elder Care Worker force Allicance Public Policy Commission
Quality of Care Coalition for Patients in Pain (QCCPP)
and More
See below for more benefit information.
For 20 years, Health Education Network has offered excellent resources and educational materials to meet the special needs of long-term caregivers. Our manuals, handbooks, videos, and other products are relevant, practical, and cost-effective. All education and training materials are prepared by a dedicated staff of professionals who have first hand experience leading and motivating caregivers and delivering care to people of advanced age and infirmary. If you’re interested in learning more about how these products might serve your needs you can visit our website at www.HealthEd.net
The College Network’s online degree completion programs will enable AALTCN members to advance their education at their own pace from the convenience of home—saving them time, travel, and money. For more information click here
Subscriptions from ADVANCE Magazines as a Membership Benefit
