The Florida Nurses Association is proud to announce a landmark decision made at the 2025 FNA Membership Assembly: Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are now eligible for membership in the association. This historic step reflects FNA’s ongoing commitment to fostering unity, strengthening the nursing profession, and supporting every nurse who contributes to the health and well-being of Floridians.

By welcoming LPNs into the association, FNA is embracing a more collaborative and inclusive future—one that recognizes the essential role LPNs play in patient care across diverse settings. This decision enhances opportunities for professional connection, shared advocacy, and collective impact, ensuring that all nurses in Florida have a strong and unified voice.

At the national level, the American Nurses Association (ANA) is currently exploring a similar membership expansion. While ANA membership for LPNs is not yet available, FNA’s change positions LPNs to seamlessly advance their professional engagement. If ANA approves LPN membership, FNA members who are LPNs will be able to upgrade their membership to include ANA as well, gaining access to national resources, advocacy efforts, and professional support.

FNA looks forward to welcoming LPNs into its community and working together to elevate the profession. This milestone marks a shared commitment to collaboration, respect, and unity among all who provide nursing care in Florida.