Member Benefits

Benefits of DNS Membership
Professional Publication: FREE Subscription to Support Line

Support Line is a bi-monthly, peer-reviewed publication that features reviews of current topics in nutrition support including critical care, research, pediatrics/neonatology, transplant, gastroenterology and home care.
3 CPE credits are offered with each issue.
Members have access to all online back issues of Support Line.
For additional information on Support Line and how to submit articles, click here.

Educational Opportunities: Advance Your Level of Practice

DNS-Sponsored Symposium can help improve your professional practice using practical application of evidence-based nutrition support. Learn how to place feeding tubes, perform nutrition-focused physical examination, and enhance skills in implementing the Nutrition Care Process.
DNS Webinars are offered 6 times per year with CE credits.
The DNS store houses our nutrition-focused physical exam video, toolkits, PN/EN slide sets, past webinars and more.
The DNS Writer’s Mentoring Program will connect you with an experienced author to guide you through the writing process as you prepare an article for publication.
The DNS Career Mentorship Program offers guidance from an expert to help you advance your clinical, leadership or management skills.

Awards & Grants: Funding for Continuing Education & Research

DNS Professional Development Grants are awarded each spring (4) and fall (4) in the amount of $1000. This is an easy way for members to obtain funds for a CE conference, workshop, or post-graduate course.
DNS Student Grant is awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student to promote his/her education with a $500 award.
DNS Research Grant for $10,000 is available annually to support a member’s research study.
DNS Distinguished Service Award and Distinguished Practice Award are given each year to members who exemplify leadership and clinical practice knowledge and skills.

Get Connected: Network with Colleagues around the Country

DNS Speaker’s Bureau is a tool used by conference planners and industry sponsors to enlist potential speakers on a variety of topics. This is a great opportunity to promote yourself and share your knowledge with others.
The DNS Forum is an online community where members post clinical questions and receive feedback from other members.
Volunteer opportunities with DNS projects and committees are a great way to network and enhance your professional skills.