KNA member benefits

Here are just a few of the reasons why membership in the Kentucky Nurses Association is one of the best professional investments that a nurse can make. Membership definitely has its privileges.

• Access to full time staff for assistance with day-to-day problems and employee issues affecting RN's
• Discounts on legal fees for services provided by an experienced nurse attorney.
• Full time lobbying representation in Washington, D.C. as well as Frankfort, to make sure nursing has a voice in legislative activities.
• Liaison representation to state agencies, health care organization and the media.
• Access to KNA's annual convention and ANA's biannual convention.
• Discounts on workshops and seminars on nursing practice, leadership, legislative activities and other important issues.
• Opportunities to participate in political and campaign activities through KYN-PAC, and KNA’s Government Affairs Cabinet.
• Networking opportunities in many areas: practice, legislation, academics, research, etc.
• Access to KNA’s Members Only section of the KNA website and all services and access contained there.

 

Listed below are various KNA/ANA sponsored programs, printed materials and insurance plans to keep you informed or provide you with dollar savings. Call the number listed by the services or contact KNA.

• KNA ByLaws
• KNA\ANA Publication List
• KNA Gallery of Gift Ideas
• ANA Bylaws: Call 1-800-274-4ANA for more information
• ANA Free Publication Listing: Call 1-800-274-4ANA for more information
• Certification Testing: Call 1-800-274-4ANA for details (Members receive a 55% discount on certification fees)
• Legislative updates: Local and National
• Issues of the Kentucky Nurse at no cost
• Free subscription to the American Journal of Nursing
• Monthly issues of the American Nurse, at no additional charge
• KNA Workplace Advocacy Handbook

 

• Economic Programs

• Member card program: Offers either a Gold or Silver MasterCard. Both cards are waived of annual fees the first year and include 24 hour customer service 365 days a year, one-hour credit line increase and Premium Access Checks at no additional charge, and the Gold Reserve Program, a revolving loan which may be used by members needing additional cash. Call 800-274-4ANA for more information.
• Line of Credit Program: Up to 25,000 with 6 month low initial rate. Call 1-800-568-2200 for information.

 

• Discount Programs

• Alamo Car Rental: Take advantage of discounted rates with unlimited mileage on auto rental. Call 1-800-327-9633 and use ID# BY267847
• American Nurses Travel Services (ANTS) for business and pleasure related travel services. Travel tickets, hotel and rental car reservations. Call ANA at 1-800-274-4ANA, ext 169 for business and ext. 155 for vacation needs.
• Long Distance Advantage Program: Save up to 25% on your long distance phone calls.

• Insurance Programs

• Professional and Supplemental Liability at low group rates. Call 1-800-338-2413 for more information.
• Term Life with low cost premiums and higher benefits for KNA members call 1-800-424-9883 for more details.
• Disability Income: Call 1-800-424-9883 for information
• Discounted Long Term Care program for members and their families: Call 1-800-550-4582
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance free to members of the Kentucky Nurses Association. For information call 1-800-345-4543

 

New Benefits

As the nursing landscape has changed so has the Kentucky Nurses Association. We asked you what you wanted and you told us more portable benefits. So the KNA has addressed your needs. New member benefits have been added that will move with the nurse and be tailored to your individual needs.

• Supplemental Insurance

AFLAC’s Supplemental Insurance Plans are now available to all members of the Kentucky Nurses Association.

Get reduced rates for policies such as:

• Cancer Expense Insurance
• Hospital Intensive Care Insurance
• Accident Expense Plus Disability

Contact the KNA office for contact numbers and find out what one of the most recognized names in Insurance can do for you as a KNA member.

• Banking Services

The Kentucky Nurses Association has partnered with Fifth Third Bank one of the largest banks in the region to offer special benefit banking. Fifth Third will extend Employee Benefit Banking to all of the members of the Kentucky Nurses Association.

What will you get?

Checking Account:	No Monthly service fee, unlimited check writing, no minimum balance, and your first set of checks are free.
Visa/MasterCard:	No annual fee card featuring one of the lowest rates in the country.
Traveler’s Checks:	Free
Notary Services:	Free
Installment Loans:	25% discount off interest rate.
Safe Deposit Box:	Standard size is free the first year.
CD Rates:	Additional 25% bonus on interest rates for CD’s of 24 months or less
Mortgage:	50% off discount points.
Jeanie Transactions:	Free at Fifth Third Jeanie ATM’s and Jeanie point of sale terminals.
Home Equity Loan:	No closing Costs.
Check card Plus:	No annual Fee.
Trust and Estate Planning:	Free estate planning and investment seminars.
Securities:	10% commission discount on stocks and trades through Fifth Third Securities.

Fifth Third also offers fee online banking for all of its members. To participate visit any Fifth Third Banking Center. If you already have a Fifth Third checking account feel free to call your banking center and have them upgrade your account to Employee Benefit Banking. This program is designed especially for you. If you are interested in participating please visit any Fifth Third Banking Center today.

• Health Care Insurance

The Kentucky Nurses Association has contracted with Kentucky Medical Insurance to provide KNA members with the option to purchase portable health, dental and vision insurance at discounted premiums. These benefits will provide nurses with the flexibility to work anywhere without being dependent on an employer for their health coverage.