Since our inception in 1989, Texas Nurse Practitioners (TNP) has been at the forefront of transforming healthcare in Texas and addressing the professional needs of NPs across the state.
WHO WE ARE
We Exist to Help Texas NPs and the Patients They Serve
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to empower nurse practitioners to advance our profession and the health of all Texans.
Why NPs Choose TNP
Texas NPs overwhelmingly cite TNP as their primary source for the professional activities that matter most.
Advocacy
Our advocacy team is 100% dedicated to advancing policy priorities that improve patient access, enhance NP practices, and remove regulatory barriers for Texas NPs.
Legislative Info
Practice Updates
TNP constantly monitors changes impacting NPs and provides practice updates to ensure NPS have the information they need to stay compliant and manage their careers and practices.
New Laws & Regulations
Continuing Education
We’re the go-to for high-quality, timely Texas-specific CEs, which we provide online and in-person at our popular conferences.
Get Your CEs!Plus, NPs love belonging to TNP’s supportive community, and the personalized service our staff is dedicated to delivering to every member.
Becoming a member of TNP is more than joining an organization; it’s becoming part of a legacy built on excellence, leadership, and unwavering dedication to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
If you’re already a member, thank you. If you haven’t yet joined, we’d love to welcome you to TNP!
OUR VISION
For all Texans to have holistic, accessible, quality healthcare.
Our Core Values
IMPACT – Our success is measured by the positive impact we have on our profession and the health of Texans.
INTEGRITY – Our decisions and interactions are guided by honesty, transparency, and accountability.
INCLUSIVENESS – Our culture and services are built on a foundation of diversity, equity, and belonging.
INFORMED – Our work is shaped and empowered by input from our members.
INNOVATION – Our service design and delivery are fueled by innovation and excellence.
Our Goals
The following goals articulate what TNP aspires to achieve in the upcoming years.
ADVOCACY
Protect and champion the priorities of Texas NPs with bold, unwavering advocacy.
EDUCATION
Be a premier source for quality, relevant educational offerings for Texas NPs.
LEADERSHIP
Serve as the trusted authority on Texas NP practice.
COMMUNITY
Foster a community culture by connecting, engaging, and convening NPs.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Optimize our ability to be an efficient, effective, and sustainable organization.
“I have grown as a professional and a nurse practitioner from being part of TNP.”
Cheryl Thaxton, DNP, APRN, CPNP, FNP-BC, CHPPN, FPCN, FAANP
TNP member since 2020
