Mission
To unite, support, educate, and enhance the professional identity of Nurse Practitioners in Arkansas while promoting and advocating for excellence in practice.
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Benefits of Membership:
- Discounted rate for the ANPA Annual Conference
- Education - Annual Conference, in addition to reduced rates, the ability to earn CEs and Pharm hours
- First to know about meetings in your district (also: free food, free drinks, and peer networking at meetings)
- Communication – news, e-mail, newsletter, social media, legislative, and committee updates
- Community Service – Local & District Opportunities
- Networking – Bonding, mentoring, AANP affiliation
- Email Blasts – All members receive information regarding job opportunities
- Students- network for preceptors, jobs, and student resources
- Member Discounts - Board reviews, Magic Springs Passes
Pinned News & Announcements
2026 ANPA Events & Opportunities We have an exciting lineup of meetings, education sessions, celebrations, and opportunities planned for 2026! From Midday Mingles and district meetings to scholarships and our Annual Spring Conference, there’s...
Posted by Caitlin De Vore
ANPA District 3 will be meeting in Little Rock January 15th at 6pm at Arthur’s Steakhouse. Please RSVP to the cell number: (479) 883-6161 or email: tlivings@amgen.com The topic is Myasthenia Gravis Pathogenesis and will be present by a Neuro NP...
Posted in District Meeting
We have an exciting lineup of meetings, education sessions, celebrations, and opportunities for 2025–2026! From Midday Mingles and district meetings to scholarship openings and our 2026 Annual Spring Conference, there’s something for everyone....
Posted by Caitlin De Vore
Dr. Loretta Ford, a true pioneer and founder of the nurse practitioner profession passed away at the age of 104. She left an indelible mark on healthcare and inspired countless professionals with her vision and dedication. We were incredibly...
Posted in Member Updates
In 2024, we received a significant number of questions to our "Ask the Arkansas State Board of Nursing" anonymous question forum. We extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Shannon McKinney for generously sharing her time and expertise in addressing our...
Posted in Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Recent News & Announcements
In regard to the question and answer below: I am unable to find any laws/rules saying APRNs are unable to prescribe...
Posted by ANPA Admin in Arkansas State Board of Nursing
2026 ANPA Events & Opportunities We have an exciting lineup of meetings, education sessions, celebrations, and...
Posted by Caitlin De Vore
Each week, we shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding members to celebrate the individuals who make ANPA special....
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ANPA is accepting nominations for the Arkansas Nurse Practitioner Association 2026 Outstanding Nurse Practitioner...
Posted by Caitlin De Vore
Job Opportunities
Explore opportunities with Elite Palliative Care Services, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for...
Upcoming Events
Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 12:00pm ET
