The Alberta Association of Registered Nurses in Private Practice (AARNIPP) is a specialty practice group for Registered Nurses who offer specialized services within a private practice.
Specialized Services can include:
- direct care
- research
- administration
- advocacy
- education
- consultation
- health promotion
The private practice nurse is financially responsible for his/her practice and may be paid by public or private funding sources. The private practice nurse is responsible for all aspects of running a business, such as accounting, insurance, liability, legal etc. And accountable at all times to Nursing Practise Standards.
AARNIPP is a recognized Specialty Practice Group of the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA). Please note: AARNIPP is not business consultation service. Members do not offer business advice.
Vision / Mission
AARNIPP facilitates educational opportunities and collegial support for private practice nurses that promote and sustain professional nursing practices in business.
Goal / Objectives
- To establish a supportive network for RNs in private practice.
- To provide educational opportunities for private practice nurses.
- Increase public awareness regarding the role of nurses in the private practice.
- Raise the profile of private nursing practice within CARNA and the nursing community.
Members & Chapters
AARNIPP has many members throughout Alberta. Meetings are located in Calgary. Virtual attendance is available for Chapter Meetings from anywhere in Alberta. Currently during the COVID-19 Pandemic we will be hosting all meetings via Zoom.
Executive Members
President: Chelsea Jani
Secretary: Debbie Franchuk
Treasurer: Kathy Bugo
Calgary Chapter Chair: Joanne Neweduk
FB administrator/Liason: TammyIrving