Membership
Our membership is open to all Registered Nurses, offering a range of benefits including access to our professional publications, involvement with a dynamic network of professional nurses, and opportunities to contribute to relevant submissions. We also offer additional benefits for our Fellows, recognising them as leaders in their specific field of nursing.
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Belonging to an organisation which is bicultural in its structure and organisation
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Receiving up to $1million indemnity insurance in New Zealand (Not applicable for Retired members)
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Access to the journal Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand published online three times a year
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Receipt of Te Puawai, the College’s professional publication also published twice a year
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Belonging to an organisation whose focus is on the professional issues of nursing and on the health of our communities
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Contributing to an organisation with significant influence on health policy decision making at the national level
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Involvement with a dynamic network of professional nurses committed to high standards of nursing practice
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Opportunities to contribute to relevant submissions
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Recognition as a leader in your specific field of nursing (Fellow Benefit)
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Use of FCNA(NZ) after your name (Fellow Benefit)
Benefits of Membership
Whether you’re a full-time nurse, part-time, retired, or a student, we have membership categories tailored to your needs. Join us today and be part of an organisation that influences health policy decision-making at the national level.
Categories of Membership
The College of Nurses Aotearoa (NZ) Inc. offers a variety of membership categories, each designed to meet the unique needs of our diverse nursing community. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a part-time worker or a retired nurse, we have a membership category tailored for you.
Fellows
Registered Nurses with 5 Years practice experience who are able to demonstrate an exceptional contribution to nursing.
Members
College Membership is available to all Registered Nurses. Discounted rates apply for the following membership categories - (Evidence is required annually for all discounted categories.)
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Part Time - employed under 20 hrs per week, employer verification required.
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RN in full time study - (Post graduate students) verification required from tertiary provider.
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Retired (Non Working) Members - not covered by Indemnity Insurance(Non working members returning to work must inform the college to re-instate your Insurance cover).
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No Insurance required - If you are adequately covered by another professional organisation an annual discount applies. Please enquire with the College office.
Membership Fees
Fee structure from 1 February 2025
Membership (GST Incl) | Annual | Monthly | Indemnity Cover*** |
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Fellow RN | $510.00 | $42.50 | Yes |
Fellow NP | $750.00 | $62.50 | Yes |
Member RN | $510.00 | $42.50 | Yes |
Member NP | $750.00 | $62.50 | Yes |
Member-Discounted*Member RN Part Time (under 20 h/p/w) Member RN in F/T Post Grad Study | $390.00 | $32.50 | Yes |
Member-Discounted*Member NP Part Time (under 20 h/p/w) Member NP in F/T Post Grad Study | $564.00 | $47.00 | Yes |
Member-Discounted*Member RN No Insurance Cover Required | $460.00 | $38.50 | No |
Member-Discounted*Member NP No Insurance Cover Required | $510.00 | $42.50 | No |
Retired Member**(Or members not working at all) | $260.00 | $22.00 | No |
* Discounted Rates Conditions
For all discounted rates - The onus is on the member to update the college office on any change in work situation that may affect their discounted fees. Indemnity insurance cover will be seriously affected if a member is not paying the correct fees for their situation. PART TIME - employed 20 HRS OR LESS PER WEEK, employer verification required with application and annually thereafter. (Nurses studying but still working at or under 20 hrs per week are in this category) RN IN FULL TIME STUDY (Post Graduate) - Qualified Registered Nurses not currently employed & returning to full time study, verification required from tertiary provider on application and annually thereafter. INTERNATIONAL MEMBERS - Available for members who reside outside new Zealand - No Insurance Cover is available to international members. All other publications and online communications remain the same.
** Retired Members
no insurance cover is provided for retired members. Members returning to work must inform the college office to re-instate your Insurance cover.
*** Indemnity Insurance Cover
is assured within New Zealand providing members hold a current APC and / or appropriate qualification or training for related work at the time of any claim.
Dual Professional Membership Discount
College members paying regular or Fellowship fees may choose to opt out of Indemnity Insurance Cover provided with their College Membership if they hold dual membership with another professional organisation (eg. NZNO) who also provides adequate Indemnity Insurance cover for registered nurses. Please contact the College office for details.
