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Connecting and empowering Zimbabwean nurses and student nurses in the United States through community, mentorship, professional development, and advocacy.

300+ Members

Est. 2026

About the Zimbabwean Nurses Network

The Zimbabwean Nurses Network USA (ZNN-USA) is a professional movement designed to take nurses from arrival → adjustment → confidence → leadership → financial freedom.

ZNN was not created in theory --- It was created from observation: Talented nurses arriving in the U.S. and quietly struggling not because they lacked skill, but because they lacked structured support.

Mission
Vision
Values

Vision Statement
To be the leading professional and cultural home for Zimbabwean nurses in the United States, advancing professional excellence, leadership, advocacy, and workforce development within U.S. healthcare systems.

Mission Statement
The Zimbabwean Nurses Network–USA (ZNN-USA) is a nonprofit professional association organized under Section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization exists to promote the collective professional, educational, economic, and advocacy interests of Zimbabwean nurses, student Nurses of Zimbabwean origin and allied professionals practicing, studying, or residing in the United States.

ZNN-USA advances workforce development, professional advocacy, mentorship, leadership capacity, and collaborative engagement to strengthen nursing practice and representation within U.S. healthcare systems. 

Values

Our values are rooted in belonging, mentorship, professional excellence, advocacy, collaboration, financial wellness, and service. We provide a supportive network where Zimbabwean nurses, student nurses, and allied healthcare professionals in the United States can grow with confidence, navigate their professional journeys, and make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Built for Every Nurse At Every Stage

Whether you just landed or you're ready to lead — ZNN is your professional home in America.

Registered Nurses (RNs)

Navigating the U.S. system and building a thriving career

LPNs / LVNs

Licensed Practical and Vocational Nurses finding their footing

Student Nurses

The next generation, supported and connected from day one

ZNN Bridge At Program™

This is not a class. It is a guided professional journey — the core transformation system inside ZNN that takes you from your first week to your first leadership role

• Flagship Program

ZNN Bridge Program™

1

Orientation & Adjustment

Arrival → Understanding → Confidence

2

Clinical Confidence

Arrival → Understanding → Confidence

3

Career Growth

Specialty → Promotion → Resume

4

Leadership Development

Charge Nurse → Mentor → Leader

This Is Not A Class. It Is A Guided Professional Journey — The Core Transformation System Inside ZNN That Takes You From Your First Week To Your First Leadership Role

Start Your Journey

Orientation & Adjustment

• Hospital System Intro

• Culture Adjustment

• Daily Workflow

• Building Confidence

Clinical Confidence

• Documentation Mastery

• Time Mgmt On Busy Shifts

• Managing Patient Load

• Reducing Overwhelm

Career Growth

• Resume Building

• Promotion Strategy

• Specialty Training

• Interview Preparation

Leadership Development

• Team Leadership

• Mentorship Skills

• Shift Management

• Professional Growth

Conferences & Meetings

Monthly
0

Clinical Workshops

Infection Control & Antimicrobial Stewardship in Low-Resource Settings

Monthly

Specialty Networking Sessions

Connect with peers in your clinical specialty

ongoing

Financial Literacy Webinars

Wealth-building education from real experts

ongoing

Leadership Development Circles

Peer-to-peer growth for aspiring nurse leaders

Annual

ZNN Annual Conference

Growth + Connection + Opportunity — the biggest event of the year

ZNN Annual Conference 2026

The definitive gathering for Zimbabwean nurses in America. Growth. Connection. Opportunity.

Meet our elected nursing professionals

Meet the elected nursing professionals leading the Zimbabwean Nurses Network

News \ Blog Post

OFFICIAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PARTNER

ProFrontier Academy

Advancing Healthcare Quality, Patient Safety, Leadership, and Professional Excellence.

flexible Plans for everyone

Professional Nurse Member

$ 75
/ year
  • Voting if in good standing
  • Core membership for licensed nurses; includes networking, mentorship, committees, and discounted events.

Student Nurse Member

$ 25
/ year
  • Non-voting unless bylaws allow
  • Affordable entry for nursing students; supports mentorship, career guidance, NCLEX support, and scholarship eligibility

New Graduate Nurse Member

$ 50
/ year
  • Voting if licensed and eligible
  • Transition support for new nurses within 12-24 months of graduation or initial licensure.

Retired Nurse Member

$ 40
/ year
  • Voting if bylaws allow
  • Keeps experienced nurses engaged as mentors, advisors, and community supporters.

Associate / Supporter Member

$ 50
/ year
  • Non-voting
  • For non-nurses, allied professionals, family members, and community supporters.

Founding Member

$ 100
one-time founding fee + $75 annual dues
  • Voting if eligible
  • Recognizes early members who help launch ZNN-USA; may receive certificate and public recognition.

Lifetime Member

$ 1,000
one-time
  • Voting if eligible
  • Long-term commitment option with lifetime recognition and no annual dues.

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