MARN Mission and Functions

MARN is dedicated to advancing the profession of nursing in Massachusetts through advocacy, leadership development, enhanced diversity, education and mentorship.

The functions of this association shall be to:

• Develop collaborative relationships with nursing and other health care related groups to explore common interests;
  
  
• Initiate, influence and advocate for legislation and public policy consistent with the mission of the Association;
  
  
• Provide for quality in nursing practice and nursing education by promoting the ANA Code of Ethics and the ANA Standards;
  
  
• Promote and provide for the continuing education of nurses through the implementation of ANA’s Standards for Continuing Education in Nursing;
  
  
• Encourage development of nursing knowledge through research and evidence based practices;
  
  
• Develop and advocate for initiatives that support the continuing education and professional development of nurses.