Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
The purpose of the Society for Autonomic Nursing is to: promote excellence in nursing practice in autonomic disorders by enhancing the care and management of individuals affected by these conditions. The Society is committed to empowering nurses within the nursing community by providing access to professional development in nursing, including education and research opportunities that enhance clinical capability in autonomic nursing. Furthermore, it seeks to advance the formal recognition of autonomic nursing as a specialised clinical discipline within healthcare and clinical education systems, thus transforming care for patients with these conditions. Lastly, the Society contributes to the development of policies, care models, and funding frameworks that integrate autonomic nursing into international health reform.
Our Values
Our Mission
Our Mission
Innovation – Embracing new ideas to enhance patient care and nursing practice in autonomic disorders, empowering nurses to integrate the latest advancements in the field. Excellence – Upholding the highest standards in education, research, and clinical care, particularly in the realm of professional development within the nursing community. Collaboration – Working together across disciplines and sectors, including partnerships with the Society for Autonomic Nursing, to achieve better outcomes for patients and transform care. Integrity – Acting with transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership in all aspects of our work.
Our Goals
Our Mission
Our Goals
Build a global network empowering nurses working in autonomic disorders and related fields to share knowledge, support nursing practice, and foster collaboration within the nursing community. Drive, translate, and embed research into nursing-led care models that transform care and improve outcomes for individuals with autonomic dysfunction worldwide. Deliver evidence-based education and professional development in nursing to strengthen nursing capability across diverse health systems and care settings. Lead the development of international clinical guidelines and care pathways that elevate nursing practice and promote consistency in the management of autonomic disorders. Influence health reform globally by advocating for the integration of autonomic nursing into health policy, service design, and funding models. Promote leadership and formal recognition of autonomic nursing as a specialist field within the international nursing and healthcare landscape, supported by the Society for Autonomic Nursing.
Empowering Nurses through Autonomic Nursing
The Society for Autonomic Nursing (SAN) was founded by a group of nurses in Adelaide, Australia, who recognized the need for greater connection and support for clinicians working with people affected by autonomic and related disorders. The first meeting was held in 2025, and the constitution was formally approved in June 2025.
While SAN began in Australia, our focus has been international from the outset. Nurses and health professionals from Europe, North America, and other regions now participate in our meetings and collaborative work. Our aim is to bring together clinicians committed to empowering nurses and enhancing nursing practice in autonomic disorders, ultimately transforming care and improving the outcomes for individuals living with autonomic dysfunction.
SAN provides a place for the nursing community to connect, share knowledge, and work together on practical improvements in clinical care, research translation, education, and service development. We exist to support professional development in nursing for those working in this evolving field and to strengthen consistency and quality across different care settings.
Founding Committee President: Dr. Marie-Claire Seeley Treasurer: Emma D’Arcy Secretary: Gemma Wilson General Committee: Dr. Celine Gallagher, Sarah Charlesworth, Charis Brown, Kate Levick
Membership
Membership of the Society for Autonomic Nursing (SAN) is open to nurses, student nurses, and health professionals who are passionate about empowering nurses and advancing nursing practice in autonomic disorders. Membership runs annually from October to October, with a nominal fee to cover essential administrative costs and support SAN’s activities, which are vital for the nursing community.
SAN meets virtually two to three times per year, making participation accessible for members across Australia, Europe, North America, and other regions. Between meetings, members collaborate on shared priorities, including research translation, collaborative publications, education, model-of-care development, and quality improvement, all aimed at transforming care and enhancing professional development in nursing.
By joining, members gain access to a collegial, supportive network and a practical way to contribute to the advancement of autonomic nursing through connection, shared learning, and collective work.
If you would like to know more about membership, please contact us through the link below.
Membership
If you would like to join our nursing community and contribute to empowering nurses while transforming care, please use the QR code or follow the link below to complete your registration.