AAPPN is Washington state’s professional home for advanced practice psychiatric nurses.
With more than 300 clinical and student members—from Bellingham to Richland, from Vancouver to Spokane—AAPPN is the only organization specifically dedicated to the profession in our state.
AAPPN serves members and the professional community through:
- Advocacy: protecting your profession and advocating for mental health care
- Career Cultivation: providing resources and programs to enhance your practice
- Connection: bringing members together share resources, learn new skills, and build friendships
- Education: conducting CE programs designed specifically for psychiatric ARNPs
Learn How to Lobby Training
Learn how to share your professional experience with your legislator and help shape the state laws that impact your career at an online member gathering January 17, 2023.
Rural Practice Group
If you work in a rural area or are contemplating a rural practice, AAPPN’s Rural Practice Group is for you! The next meeting is December 20, 2022.
CAYA Specialty Group
Interested in a pediatric group that spans ages from 2 to 32? Join the next CAYA meeting!
East King County Chapter Meeting
The next East King County Chapter is Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
2022 Annual Conference Webinar
The 2022 Annual Conference video is now available! Earn up to 7.3 CEs (including 5.0 pharma) at an event our attendees raved about.
Announcing the 2022 Award Recipients
Our 2022 award recipients are a gift to our association and our profession. We are proud to recognize the stars in our midst!
Membership in AAPPN can provide a sense of belonging and avenues for connection with your peers.
It helps you build upon your clinical skills and grow your practice.
And it includes you in an active professional community working to protect your profession in Olympia.
Join us to advance your practice, enhance your career, and strengthen our community.