The advantages and benefits of membership to the private nurse practitioners society are:
Representation with statutory bodies with respect to recognition of private nursing services and fee structure for services;
Marketing on members’ behalf in the appropriate available media, as well as with relevant healthcare organisations;
Local and national referrals, as well as networking amongst fello
w practitioners;
Peer review and development of practice standards for Members;
A source of information by experienced practitioners and mentoring fellow members;
Acting as a “stronger voice” for Private Nurse Practitioners;
Continuing education and updating with respect to the latest nursing techniques;
Access to the Society of Private Nurse Practitioners suggested fees at no charge;
Negotiations with relevant organisations to ensure that range of insurance cover for professionals is available, including income protection, life insurance, medical aid and savings scheme. The Society provides advice and support about the legislation and participates in the legislative process through inputs and meetings with authorities, wherever possible. Regular seminars and meetings are held in various areas in the country with speakers who are experts in their fields. There are currently 3 regional branches of the Society. The regions act as resource and referral points for queries and new referrals. Members who live outside the regions with active branches will be allocated a branch. All members are welcome to attend meetings and workshops, irrespective of the allocated branch.
