New Mexico Native American Indian Nurses Association

The New Mexico Native American Indian Nurses Association was incorporated on June 24, 1986. Membership is opened specifically to Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, students enrolled in Nursing Programs and interested Associate members.

Paid Membership

American Indian person who is a Registered Or Practical/Vocational Nurse.

Associate Membership

Persons who support the goals of the New Mexico Native American Indian Nurses Association, Inc.

Student Membership

Students of American Indian decent enrolled in a Nursing program and/or related health field.

Goals

Advocate for the health care needs of the American Indian People.

Act as a liaison within the nursing profession through the development of nursing education activities.

Inform the public about the health needs of American Indian People.

Recommend nursing care strategies to meet the health needs of American Indian People.

Support American Indian students pursuing health careers.

Objectives

Collaborate with health care agencies.

Sponsor workshops and/or seminars directly related to nursing care activities.

Disseminate of accurate information regarding the health status of American Indian People.

Recommend and offer technical assistance to the various government, and private agencies in developing programs designed to improve the total health of the American Indian People.

Identify and maintain relationships with students pursuing health related goals.

Provide scholarships for nursing students.

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Contact Information

New Mexico Native American Indian Nurses Association
P.O. Box 26674, Albuquerque, NM 87125

Organization Officers

Erma Marbut – President
Irene Marietta – Vice President
Wanda Mansell – Secretary
Rose Mason – Treasurer

Board Members

Dee Billops – Board Member
Linda Platero – Board Member
Fran A’Hern Smith – Board Member