There are approximately 2,700 ASTNA members, including members from 12 different countries. The organization comprises hospital-based, public service, military, and private providers of both emergency and non-emergency patient air and ground transport. It is the nationally recognized professional organization for nurses practicing in the critical care transport industry. The majority of members are employed by transport programs. Affiliate members, such as respiratory therapists, paramedics, pilots, and aircraft vendors and operators, also belong to the association.
Membership Benefits
As a member of the Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association (ASTNA), you receive special membership and discount benefits. Here is a handy reference that includes how to reach the ASTNA Office if you need assistance. Welcome to ASTNA!
Information Resources
Air Medical Journal subscription - published bi-monthly, provides the latest news about current clinical practice and research, with a focus on industry news, how-to articles, health care reform, reimbursement, safety, and operations. It is available online, but you can purchase a printed version for an additional fee.
ASTNA Website - ASTNA's website offers instant access to information about organization events, programs, products and services. This is also where you can find news items.
Special Member Mailings - provide news about important continuing education opportunities and other ASTNA products and services.
Certification
The Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) and Certified Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN) are credentials endorsed by ASTNA and widely recognized as symbols of professionalism and a mark of distinction in flight and ground transport nursing. As an ASTNA member, you are eligible for reduced testing fees. For more information, contact the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing toll-free at 877-302-BCEN (2236) or visit https://bcen.org/.
Discounted Industry Conference Rates
ASTNA members also enjoy discounted registration rates for select industry conferences, including AMTC and CCTMC.
Publications and Resources
ASTNA publishes a collection of transport-focused textbooks and educational resources developed by industry experts. Members receive discounted pricing on ASTNA-published textbooks. Publications include:
- Critical Care Transport Core Curriculum
- Critical Care Transport Certification Exam Review Manual
- Air and Surface Patient Transport Nurses: Principles and Practice
- 5e
- Standards for Specialty and Critical Care Transport
To explore available titles and purchase, visit the Publications link under the Resources tab.
Position Statements
ASTNA has developed a variety of official position statements that advocate the best in professional practice. See the Position Statements link under the Resources tab.
Member Benefits and Discounts
Enjoy member discounts on a wide variety of professional items, including ASTNA educational programs and reduced testing fees (mentioned above). Members also enjoy:
- Networking Opportunities
- Career Center
- University Discount Programs
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Leadership Opportunities
- Free CE Webinars
- Awards (Katz-Mason, Jordan, CFRN, CTRN)
- ASTNA Critical Care Transport Nurses Day - February 18th
Contact Us
ASTNA National Office
1401 Lavaca St., #1146
Austin, Texas 78701
Phone: 1-855-ASTNA-RN (1-855-278-6276)
To Email: astna@astna.org