Membership 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 RNs.
  • Full time lobbying representation in Washington, D.C. as well as Frankfort, to make sure nursing has a voice in legislative activities.
  • Collective Bargaining representation, workplace advocacy, and education consultation.
  • Liaison representation to state agencies, health care organization and the media.
  • Access to KNA's annual convention and ANA's biannual convention.
  • Workshops and Seminars on nursing practice, leadership, legislative activities and other important issues.
  • Opportunities to participate in political and campaign activities through KYN-PAC, KNA's political action arm.
  • Networking opportunities in many areas: practice, legislation, academics, research, etc.

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 at P.O. Box 2616, Louisville, KY 40201.

Information

  • KNA Bylaws
  • KNA\ANA Publication List
  • KNA Branded Products
  • ANA Bylaws: Call 1-800-274-4ANA for more information
  • ANA 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 American Nurse Today
  • Monthly issues of The American Nurse, at no additional charge

Banking Programs

KNA Financial Services - Bank of America has been a partner with the Kentucky Nurses Association for 20 years. Every time you use your KNA Bank of America credit card, a contribution goes to the organization. With your support, KNA is able to use these funds to assist you with your needs and stay true to our mission. We offer products from credit cards to mortgages and unsecured loans, money market accounts and others. To apply for the Kentucky Nurses Association credit card please call 1-800-932-2775 and mention priority code L7BC. To apply on-line for a card or learn more, CLICK HERE. Thank you for your continued support!

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
  • Long Term Care: Call 1-800-550-4582
  • Medical Insurance: Call Donna at 1-800-467-3446
  • Dental Insurance: Call Donna at 1-800-467-3446
New Member 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.

Long Term Care Insurance:

The Kentucky Nurses Association has endorsed a long-term care insurance policy administered by Anchor Health Administrators.

Because of this endorsement, The Kentucky Nurses Association membership will receive the following benefits otherwise not available:

  • Discounts available to members, member's spouse, family members, employees of either the member or the member's spouse!
  • Very limited underwriting!
  • Individual selection of benefits!

Long Term Care Insurance is probably less expensive than you think.

To learn more about the long-term care insurance policy offered to you through the Kentucky Nurses Association visit Anchor Health Administrators.  Visit  Anchorhealth Administrators.com or phone 1-800-550-4582 for a long-term care specialist advisor.

Supplemental Insurance

AFLAC's Supplemental Insurance Plans are now available to all members of the Kentucky Nurses Association.
http://www.chooseaflac.com/kna

Get reduced rates for policies such as:

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

Contact the KNA office at 502.637.2546 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.

The KNA has selected this program to provide you with special discounts and bonuses on products and services from Fifth Third Bank. As a member you will enjoy quality and convenience, and Fifth Third will work hard to provide for all your financial needs.

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.

The ID number for the Kentucky Nurses Association is #7039.

Updated: 05/01/03