Upper Midwest Heartland Chapter
International Transplant Nurses Society
International ITNS Mission:
ITNS is the first professional nursing organization to focus on the professional growth and development of the transplant clinician. ITNS offers nurses a forum for learning about the latest advances in transplantation and transplant patient care. Over the years, ITNS continues to provide nurses – skilled in transplantation – with many opportunities to share their expertise with national and international peers and receive recognition for their knowledge and scholarly pursuits.
Contact Us:
Chapter President: Kristine.Hinton@fairview.org
Membership Secretary: Alison.Heil@fairview.org
Membership Information
Benefits
Gain access to continuing education events throughout the year
Continuing Education Points for Transplant Professionals (CEPTC) for CCTC, CCTN, and CPTC re-certification and Continuing Education Units (CEU) for nursing licensure available upon completion of all our education events.
Goals
Provide a communication network for professional nurses with a focus and commitment to transplantation.
Provide a means of continuing education for professional nurses with a focus in transplant nursing.
Examine new trends in transplantation affecting patient care and the role of the transplant nurse.
Promote and support research in transplant nursing.
Distribute the results of scientific investigation among professionals interested in transplantation.
Foster an awareness of ongoing ethical considerations in procurement, donations, and recipient awareness.
Ensure the accomplishment of the proper and lawful purposes and objectives of the Society.
Requirements
All local Chapter member MUST be an Active Member of International ITNS
Local chapter members do NOT have to be certified through the American Board for Transplant Certification (ABTC)
Local Chapter Membership Fees: $30.00 for all (new and renewal)