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| Last Chance! Nominate or Apply by Saturday, November 15, for ANNA Awards, Scholarships, and Grants Saturday is your final day to nominate an outstanding nephrology nurse or submit an application for ANNA’s scholarships and grants. Don’t miss this opportunity—if you miss the deadline, you’ll have to wait until next year! With over $112,000 available, ANNA members and chapters can be recognized through awards, receive support for higher education, or gain funding for clinical research and education projects. Whether it’s an award for excellence in patient care, a scholarship for continuing education, or a grant for clinical research, this is your moment to take action. Submit your nominations and applications by Saturday, November 15! Submit a Nomination Apply for an Award |
| ANNA National Election: Cast your Vote by November 17 Electronic ballots for the ANNA national election were emailed and texted to eligible members on November 3. If you opted in for text notifications, you should have received a text on November 3 from 877-561-6774 with a link to the ANNA election ballot, as well as an email. If you did not receive your electronic ballot, check your junk/spam email box for an email from [email protected]. If you cannot locate your ballot email or text message, please contact Brianna Kemble at the ANNA National Office ([email protected]). Vote today to elect the leaders who will shape ANNA’s future! The polls close on November 17 at 11:59 pm PST. Go to the Election Center |
| Advancing Our Mission: A Presidential Update ANNA’s 2025–2026 National President, Faith, has created a brief video update highlighting recent association news and what’s ahead for the year. Stay connected with our work and hear the latest from ANNA leadership. Watch the Update |
| Join the Future of American Nephrology Nursing Association Leadership! Now Recruiting: Leadership Development Committee Members Are you passionate about advancing the nephrology nursing profession and shaping the next generation of leaders? The American Nephrology Nursing Association (ANNA) is seeking dynamic and dedicated members to serve on our Leadership Development Committee. What You’ll Do: As a Leadership Development Committee member, you will: – Identify and mentor emerging leaders within the nephrology nursing community – Support leadership succession planning and development initiatives – Assist in creating tools and programs to foster leadership skills across all levels of membership – Collaborate with association leadership to ensure alignment with ANNA’s mission and goals Ideal Candidates: We’re looking for nephrology nursing professionals who: – Have a passion for leadership and professional development – Bring a collaborative mindset and a commitment to diversity and inclusion – Are members in good standing with the ANNA – Have prior leadership experience in clinical, academic, or association settings (preferred, not required) Time Commitment: – Attend virtual committee meetings (monthly or as scheduled) – Participate in project work between meetings (approx. 2–4 hours/month) – Serve a [1–2] year term with potential for renewal Why Join? – Influence the future of nephrology nursing leadership – Expand your professional network – Gain experience in leadership and strategic planning – Make a lasting impact on the profession you care about Interested in being a part of something impactful? Submit your interest form and resume using the Leadership Development Committee Application by December 1, 2025. Questions? Reach out to Zoila Nolasco at [email protected] for more information. Apply Now |
| Your Voice Matters — Join ANNA’s Board as a Resident Member!! ANNA is looking for an enthusiastic, forward-thinking member to serve as a Board of Directors Resident. This role gives you a seat at the table to share ideas, influence the future of our organization, and grow as a leader in nephrology nursing. If you’re passionate about making a difference for your patients, peers, and profession — this is your chance to step up and help lead ANNA into the future. As a Board of Directors Resident member, you’ll: – Represent the voice and perspective of ANNA members nationwide – Contribute to strategic decisions that guide our mission and impact – Collaborate with leaders advancing excellence in nephrology nursing Why Join? – Gain hands-on leadership experience – Build meaningful connections with peers and mentors – Be a voice for fellow ANNA members This is a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills, network with professionals across the country, and help steer the direction of our association. If you’re committed, collaborative, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today: ANNA 2026 Board of Directors Resident Application Deadline: January 19, 2026 Apply Now |
| Mentor Match: Grow, Connect, and Lead in Nephrology Nursing ANNA’s Mentor Match program supports professional growth by connecting nephrology nurses with experienced leaders in the specialty. Whether you are seeking guidance as you advance your nephrology nursing journey or hoping to share your expertise and support the next generation, Mentor Match offers a meaningful way to learn, lead, and strengthen our community. Explore opportunities to become a mentor or find one who aligns with your goals. Learn More |
| Pre-Order Now: Career Pathways into Nephrology Nursing Career Pathways into Nephrology Nursing, edited by Angela T. Kurosaka, DNP, RN, CNN, CCM, NEA-BC, FANNA, with a foreword by Faith Lynch, DNP, RN, CNN, NEA-BC, AMB-BC, FANNA 2025-26 National President, is now available for pre-order and is expected to be published in December. This new resource explores the evolution of nephrology nursing and the growing need for a well-prepared workforce. With insights into diverse career paths and the essential role nephrology nurses play in advancing kidney health, it serves as a guide for nurses interested in the specialty and leaders shaping the future of renal care. Pricing: $45 for ANNA members, $55 for nonmembers. Pre-Order Now |
| ANNA Fall Sale: Save on Publications and Merchandise! Get ready for ANNA’s Fall Sale! Two of our most popular publications, Contemporary Nephrology Nursing and the Core Curriculum for Nephrology Nursing, are all on sale now, including the two-book bundle. Starting Friday, November 14, all ANNA merchandise will be 30% off, and on Black Friday, the discount jumps to 40% off everything! Stock up on ANNA resources and gear for yourself or your team. Shop Now |
| Nightingale Tribute: Celebrating the Legacy of Nephrology Nurses This invitation is extended to all ANNA members, encouraging them to contribute their cherished memories of a departed fellow ANNA member. These individuals’ names will be honored in a commemorative book titled “The Nightingale Tribute for Nephrology Nurses.” This heartfelt tradition commenced at the April 2024 National Symposium in Orlando and will be upheld at subsequent National Symposia. A dedicated table in the registration area will feature the memory book and a continuous video loop showcasing the shared reminiscences. Should you wish to contribute a memory of a departed ANNA member for inclusion in the tribute, click below to submit a tribute along with a photograph of the individual by April 3, 2026. Share your memories and help us honor those who have paved the way. View Tributes and Learn More |
| Sharpen Your Skills & Earn Contact Hours with Our Virtual Journal Club We’re excited to continue ANNA’s Virtual Journal Club—a dynamic opportunity to explore current research, connect with fellow nephrology professionals, and hear directly from the authors shaping our field. Each quarter, the editors of the Nephrology Nursing Journal select timely and relevant articles to guide our discussions. Sessions are designed to be engaging and interactive, featuring author presentations, open dialogue, Q&A, and opportunities to explore ideas for collaboration or further study. Why join? – Deepen your understanding of current nephrology nursing practice and research – Connect with colleagues and leaders in the field – Earn NCPD contact hours (free for members who participate in the Club meeting) – Strengthen your professional network and stay on the leading edge of kidney care Upcoming Sessions: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST – Topic: Kidney Supportive Care: The Essential Role of Nephrology Nurse Practitioners – Speaker: Christine Corbett. Whether you’ve participated in a journal club before or are brand new, we welcome your voice in the conversation. Let’s learn, question, and grow—together. We look forward to seeing you there! Learn More and Register Now |
| LAST CHANCE: Call for Abstracts: 2026 National Symposium The 2026 ANNA National Symposium will be held April 25 – 28, 2026 at the Hilton Riverside Hotel in New Orleans, LA. The Conferences Committee invites you to share your expertise, research, or clinical findings by submitting an abstract for a 15-minute virtual presentation or a poster in-person presentation. We are awarding up to $1,500 in prizes to the top-rated submissions. The deadline to submit an abstract is December 2, 2025. Apply Now |
| ANNA 2026 Nephrology Nursing Summit – Call for Proposals Share your expertise at ANNA’s 2026 Nephrology Nursing Summit! The ANNA Conferences Committee invites individuals, regardless of clinical or corporate affiliation, to share their expertise by submitting a proposal for presentation at the Conference. This dynamic educational program addresses current issues and trends in nephrology nursing practice, management, and leadership. The ANNA 2026 Nephrology Nursing Summit will be held at the Scottsdale Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, AZ, September 17-20, 2026. We’re seeking engaging, evidence-based presentations that empower nephrology nurses through education, advocacy, networking, and science. Submit your proposal by 11:59 PM EST on December 12, 2025. Learn More & Apply Today |
| ANNA Call for Abstracts for Webinar Topics ANNA is pleased to announce the “Call for Abstracts for Webinar Topics”. Presentation level is important to the planning process to assure that all learning content levels are represented in the overall program. Using Benner’s “From Novice to Expert” theory, ANNA has adapted it into three (3) content levels: – Advanced beginner: Primary focus is on the individual patient and family. Uses decision trees, algorithms, protocols, and evidence-based practice guidelines. Principles, based on experiences, begin to be formulated to guide actions. – Proficient: More holistic understanding improves decision-making. Able to critically think based on experiences. Advocates for patient and family. – Expert: Has intuitive grasp of clinical situation. Performance is fluid, flexible, and highly proficient. Incorporates evidence-based resources and nursing research into daily plan of care. Webinar participants Novice and experienced nurses and their associates who are engaged in the practice of healthcare informatics in any practice area. Authorship of abstracts The primary author/investigator submits the topic with full consent of all co-authors/investigators. The primary author will be the contact person for all future correspondence. Although a nurse should be one of the authors/investigators, interprofessional topics are welcome (e.g. physician, pharmacist, social work, etc.). ANNA members and non-members are invited to submit topics. Encore topics may be submitted for consideration. Topics selected for presentation must have a presenter who is able to present for a future date determined for the webinar based on availability. Topic submission and acceptance Topics may be submitted throughout the 2025 calendar year. Acceptance Webinars may be accepted on a rolling basis. Notification will be provided to the topic submitter in the event that the topic is chosen for presentation. To apply, please complete the application form via ANNA Call for Abstracts for Webinar Topics. Apply Now |
| Art with Heart: Show What Kidney Care Means to You! Whether you’re sketching by the pool, painting at the beach, or doodling between shifts, let this summer spark your creativity! ANNA’s Third Annual Art Contest opens for submissions on July 15, and we can’t wait to see how you express your passion for kidney care through art. Your piece can be bold, reflective, abstract, or anything that speaks to your experience in nephrology. Just include a short caption about your inspiration, and you’re in! Brush off those ideas and get ready to create! Learn More |
| Reminder: the ANNA Ambassador Program 2.0 is Live! We’re excited to unveil the revamped ANNA Ambassador Program 2.0—a rewarding way to recognize and thank you for sharing your passion for ANNA with colleagues! Here’s how it works: From January 1 to December 31, 2025, any Full Member who recruits a new member will earn a $25 discount on their next year’s membership renewal—up to $125 off for recruiting five new Full Members! Exclusive Rewards for Top Ambassadors: – Recruit 5 new Full Members: Enjoy a complimentary membership renewal for the following year AND a custom embroidered ANNA Ambassador Jacket. – Recruit 10 new Full Members: Earn complimentary registration for the 2026 ANNA National Symposium! Let’s grow our community together—one referral at a time! Ready to share the benefits of ANNA with your colleagues? Learn More |
| Share Your Story. Strengthen Our Voice. Federal policy changes and proposed funding cuts are already disrupting kidney care—and we know the impact is being felt across the nephrology community. From staff reductions at key agencies to threats to Medicaid and safety-net programs, these shifts affect not just patients, but also the professionals who care for them. ANNA is calling on nephrology nurses, caregivers, patients, educators, and advocates to share their personal stories. Your experiences help us show policymakers what’s truly at stake and give voice to the real challenges facing our community. Stories may be submitted anonymously, and you can choose how your story is used. Every voice matters—especially now. I want to share my story Learn More |
| Free NCPD Program | Futuristic Thinking and the Role of Technology in Enabling the Future of Health and Kidney Care November’s featured FREE NCPD selection is the Janel Parker Memorial Opening Session from the 2024 National Symposium: “Futuristic Thinking and the Role of Technology in Enabling the Future of Health and Kidney Care,” where you will learn about the forces and trends causing transformation of healthcare delivery and ways to be better prepared for shifts in healthcare delivery to projected future models of delivery, practice and payment. ANNA offers members one free nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) program in the Online Library every month. View the recording, complete the evaluation questions, and earn 1.00 contact hours – FREE! Available through November 30, 2025! Access Now |
| ANNA Member Spotlight: Amy Hazel, MSN, CNP, CNN-NP Each month, ANNA highlights the unique experiences and perspectives of a member with our Member Spotlight. This month’s ANNA member in the spotlight is: Amy Hazel, from Cleveland Chapter #343! Amy says, “Nephrology nursing allows the nurse to work in a variety of environments from acute to chronic, from very young to very old. We work in hospitals and in multiple areas in the outpatient space. And there is so much to learn! Even after 21 years, I still find myself learning something new daily!” Learn more about Amy and why your colleague loves nephrology nursing! Member Spotlight |
| ANNA’s Online Learning App Ditch the hassle of app store downloads and reclaim valuable space on your phone! Our Online Learning app sidesteps the traditional route altogether – simply navigate to annanurse.org/library and follow the prompts on your device to seamlessly add our app to your home screen (and don’t forget to enable push notifications for an enhanced experience). Get Started |
| Join the Virtual Chapter Community A virtual chapter community has been established to serve and connect members, regardless of location. The community meets once a month, on the first Tuesday of the month, at 7:30pm ET. All members are welcome to join the next meeting. To receive meeting announcements, join the chapter community on ANNA Connected: – Visit the Virtual Chapter Community page in ANNA Connected (make sure you are signed in). – Look for the JOIN button and click. That’s it- you’re in! Or, follow the link below to go directly to the community in ANNA Connected (you must be logged in to see it). For any questions, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]. Join Now |
| Member Milestone | Share Your Achievements! Have you or a fellow ANNA member hit a career milestone in the last few years? We invite each of you to share your recent career accomplishments with us! Whether you’ve received an award, published a paper, or earned a promotion, we want to hear all about it. The achievements of nurses inspire us all. That is why we want to showcase the remarkable talent within ANNA. Submit the recent career milestones of yourself or another ANNA member to be featured in our Member Milestone social media campaign! Submit Here |
| Engage on Social | Share Your Story with ANNA ANNA leadership values the diversity of our membership and is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, equity, belonging, and health access. We will be highlighting this diversity (in all its forms) on social media throughout the year. We encourage members to share ways in which they are diverse or ways they have cared for patients with a diverse set of needs, ensuring equitable health access for all. Learn More & Submit |
| Visit Jobs Page for Career Opportunities The ANNA website includes a list of positions available. The Jobs section makes it easy to locate career opportunities of interest to you. View Jobs |
| ANNA Membership Benefit! Discounts through ‘MemberDeals’ ANNA members have access to exclusive savings on theme parks, hotels, attractions, movie tickets, tours, shows, and more through MemberDeals. Visit the MemberDeals website often as new products and discounts are continually being added. MemberDeals |
