All Categories - SPAN: Statewide Peer Assistance for Nurses

—— About Us ——

We believe every nurse deserves access to treatment, help in preserving his or her license and employment status and ongoing support throughout the recovery process.

NYSNA’s Statewide Peer Assistance for Nurses (SPAN) is a confidential education, support, and advocacy program for ALL nurses licensed in New York State, anywhere on the continuum from substance use to substance dependence.

SPAN’s mission is to be the resource for all New York State nurses affected by substance use disorders, while fostering public safety through outreach and education.The SPAN program operates on the belief that every nurse deserves access to treatment, help in preserving his or her license and employment status, and ongoing support throughout the recovery process.