RN Mentoring Program
HPNA’s Mentor Match program is a dedicated space for RNs to connect, learn, and grow through shared experiences. Whether you’re seeking guidance or ready to support another RN, HPNA’s membership department will assist in matching you with a colleague who understands the realities of nursing practice. Join as a mentor or mentee and start building your RN network today.
Apply for the HPNA Awards
The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) offers various opportunities annually for members and others to gain recognition for their contributions toward advancing expertise in hospice and palliative care.
The 2027 Awards nomination form is open through June 1, 2026.
Explore Upcoming Scholarship Opportunities
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RN Resources
Creative Problem Solving for Hospice Nurse Leaders: Billing, Budgeting & Staffing Essentials
Thank you for being a member of HPNA!
Through the Registered Nurse (RN) membership, you have access to a variety of member benefits, including educational resources, networking opportunities, and more.
RN Member Benefits
- Free online membership to the Journal of Hospice & Palliative Nursing (JHPN)
- Networking Opportunities
- Discounted Exam and Recertification Pricing
- Discounted Educational Products & Services
- Additional Opportunities
In hospice and palliative nursing, Registered Nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate care for patients and families experiencing serious illness across the lifespan, including end-of-life and bereavement care. RNs are responsible for comprehensive assessment and ongoing reassessment of patient and family needs, serving as advocates, coordinating interdisciplinary care, and delivering education to support informed decision-making. Hospice and palliative nurses practice in a variety of roles, including expert clinicians, educators, researchers, administrators, consultants, case managers, program developers/coordinators, and policymakers, contributing to quality care across settings and throughout the continuum of illness.
The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation (HPNF) received generous grant funding from the Jack Buncher Foundation and the Y.C. Ho/Helen & Michael Chiang Foundation to provide dedicated support and resources for hospice and palliative care RNs. This grant aims to connect RNs with meaningful networking, resources, and educational opportunities that strengthen their practice and lead to improved quality of life for patients and families living with serious illness.
Join the New RN Member Community
HPNA’s RN Community provides registered nurse members with a space to connect, collaborate, and share insights. Here, RNs can ask questions, exchange resources, and engage in discussions tailored to their unique roles and experiences in hospice and palliative care. Join this community to learn from peers and strengthen your professional practice alongside fellow nurses.
Join NowFeatured Education & Learning Opportunities
The HPNA Learning Center has various learning opportunities, including RN-specific content.
Search among all continuing education opportunities below.
Searchable CE OpportunitiesView RN-specific education below.
Access RN-Specific EducationFeatured RN Webinars
Finding Your Flow in Work: Sustainable Leadership for Hospice & Palliative Care Nurses
“Finding Your Flow in Work” explores how hospice and palliative care professionals can cultivate meaning, intrinsic motivation, and a growth mindset to create sustainable, fulfilling leadership and clinical practice.
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Discover how machine learning and generative AI are transforming nursing care—HPNA’s recorded webinars reveal how these technologies enhance intuition, personalize care, and support compassionate palliative and end-of-life care.
Friday, May 8 at 8:00 a.m. ET
RN Next Generation Leadership: Presence, Purpose, & Mentorship
- Panelists: Mackenzie Nunley, MBA-HM, BSN, RN (emcee) ,Jennifer Ebbitt BSN, RN, CHPN, CHPPN, Anna Eisenzimmer, RN, MSN, and Shena Gazaway, PhD, RN CHPN
Friday, May 8 at 1:30 p.m. ET
Case-Based Approaches to Advanced Pain Management in Outpatient Palliative Care
- Facilitator: Brett Snodgrass, DNP, FNP-C, ACHPN, FAANP
Friday, May 8 at 3:00 p.m. ET
Break the Silence: Using Your Voice to Transform Care, Build Trust, and Advance Equity in Serious Illness
- Facilitator: Tammy Stokes, RN, MSN, CHPN®
HPNA is proud to provide the Hospice and Palliative Care Orientation Guide for RNs and APRNs. This guide was designed to provide an eight-week orientation for early-career nurses or those new to the specialty of hospice and palliative care.
Access the guide
RN Textbook Bundle – CHPN® Exam Prep – 5th Edition (2022)
Access the Bundle
Scope, Standards, and Competencies for the Hospice and Palliative RN and APRN
The Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN®) examination is designed for experienced hospice and palliative registered nurses. HPNA offers several educational resources to help you prepare for your upcoming CHPN® exam.
Prepare for the ExamCHPN® Certification Review Courses
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CHPN® Virtual Live Certification Review Course
This instructor-led certification review course is designed to help prepare you for the upcoming Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) CHPN® Certification Exam.
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CHPN® Virtual Live Certification Review Course
This instructor-led certification review course is designed to help prepare you for the upcoming Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) CHPN® Certification Exam.
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CHPN® Virtual Live Certification Review Course
This instructor-led certification review course is designed to help prepare you for the upcoming Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) CHPN® Certification Exam.
The Certified Hospice and Palliative Pediatric Nurse (CHPPN®) examination is designed for experienced hospice and palliative pediatric registered nurses. HPNA offers several educational resources to help you prepare for your upcoming CHPPN® exam.
Prepare for the ExamPalliative Perspective Podcast
“It was an honor to contribute on this Task Force, supporting nurse leadership development that sustains the legacy and advances the future of hospice and palliative care through the next generation of leaders.”
"Being part of this HPNA task force showed me how meaningful it is to support new hospice nurse leaders, and how much impact we can have by sharing our experiences to strengthen the field together."
Becoming a part of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) is truly a privilege. I believe this membership will significantly contribute to my professional growth and deepen my knowledge and commitment to excellence in hospice and palliative care.
This Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) membership offers a unique opportunity to expand my professional network across borders. It allows me to connect with like-minded professionals globally, share best practices, and stay informed on the latest advancements in hospice and palliative care. The resources, educational tools, and connections provided by HPNA are invaluable, and I am excited to apply this knowledge to continue improving patient care and leadership in the field. Thank you for this incredible opportunity.
