ENA & IAFN
Join or Renew with ENA and IAFN to Save 15%
ENA is partnering with the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) for a special limited-time offer: save 15% when you join both associations!
Are you and your emergency department prepared to care for patients experiencing violence? Violence is a global public health crisis, and emergency nurses are expected to know how to care for patients who experience severe violence or abuse while balancing the legal realities of evidence collection, reporting requirements, and community referrals—all with very little training.
You can be prepared, and ENA and IAFN are invested in helping you succeed.
Why Join?
As an ENA and IAFN member you get:
- Community - Connect with the world’s largest networks of emergency nurses and forensic nursing professionals
- Free CE - Expand your education with 50+ free CE hours from IAFN and 24+ free CE hours from ENA
- Certification Discounts - Save $150 on SANE certification and $95 on the CEN exam
- Quality Research - Enjoy free subscriptions to the Journal of Emergency Nursing and the Journal of Forensic Nursing
Get started now to build your skills, extend your professional network, and take your nursing career to the next level.
Claim your savings by using the code ENAIAFN25 at checkout. Offer ends June 30.
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More About ENA & IAFN
ENA/IAFN Collaboration
ENA and IAFN have a long history of collaboration and highlighting the critical importance of providing comprehensive forensic nursing care in the emergency setting. This has included:
- The free course Caring for the Sexually Assaulted Patient When There is No SANE in Sight.
- Several jointly published position statements such as Adult and Adolescent Sexual Assault Patients in the Emergency Care Setting (August 2016), Intimate Partner Violence (January 2019), Forensic Nursing in the Emergency Care Setting (August 2023), and Human Trafficking Awareness in the Emergency Care Setting (August 2023).
About Forensic Nursing
Forensic nurses are trained to provide expert, trauma-informed care to patients who experience acute and long-term health consequences associated with victimization or violence.
- At least 10 million adults in the U.S. annually are impacted by Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), and the World Health Organization estimates that about one in three women aged 15-49 worldwide have been victims of IPV.
- IAFN estimates that only 25% of U.S. hospitals have a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) program, and this is only one aspect of forensic nursing needs!
- Forensic nurses have the knowledge and skills to care for patients who are victims of child maltreatment, elder abuse, human trafficking, and more.
About Emergency Nursing
- Emergency nursing has many sub-specialties focused on specific patient populations, health conditions and locations, including trauma, triage, disaster response and more.
- 96 percent of nurses who completed ENA's Emergency Nurse Residency Program said they felt prepared for the clinical challenges in the ED.
- ENA's Emergency Severity Index is used by approximately 94% of U.S. hospitals to properly assess patients, optimize patient flow and improve health outcomes.
- ENA is the only nursing association engaged in developing and delivering its own original research to advance excellence in care.
Member Testimonials
Hear from real nurses about why their dual ENA/IAFN membership is so valuable:
“This dual affiliation promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and advocacy, enhancing the SANE’s ability to provide comprehensive care to sexual assault survivors. It also strengthens leadership opportunities and keeps the SANE nurse informed of best practices, legislative updates, and emerging trends in both emergency and forensic nursing. I highly recommend belonging to both organizations, as they offer different educational, social, and networking benefits.” —Tinamarie Nelson, MSN, BSN, RN, EMT-P, AA-SANE
“Dual membership yields a positive intersection within Forensic Health Services, extending its reach into the emergency department. This unique integration enables a seamless flow of information and resources, fostering a collaborative environment for enhanced patient care and outcomes. The ability to liaise effectively between these two realms allows for timely and accurate communication, streamlining processes and promoting a holistic approach to healthcare delivery. Overall, dual membership not only enhances the quality of services available but also maximizes the positive impact on patients by bridging specialized expertise across different departments. Both organizations foster this intersection and enable the resources.” —Tamara Jackson, MSN, RN, SANE-A, SANE-P
“One of the most valuable aspects of dual membership is the opportunity to connect with a diverse network of professionals. The relationships I have built with fellow nurses, mentors, and experts in both fields have been instrumental in my career development. The support and camaraderie within these communities have provided me with guidance, inspiration, and a sense of belonging.” —Andrea Kiela, MSN, APRN, TNS, CEN, SANE-A, FNP-BC
*Disclaimer: Must be a current member of ENA or IAFN, or a new member joining both organizations to receive the discount. Discount is not eligible for ENA Student Membership. Discount only applies to IAFN 1 year Regular Membership. Discounts cannot be combined with any other offers, including group memberships.
The Emergency Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Provider Unit No. P0232.
The International Association of Forensic Nurses is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.