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| Register for the 2025 National Symposium Join us in Portland, Oregon, from May 1–4, 2025 or participate via livestream! Explore in-depth sessions, connect with peers, and earn valuable Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) contact hours. Registration Highlights: – In-Person and Livestream Options: Full symposium registrants receive access to all recorded content. – Best Deal: Combine a preconference workshop with your symposium registration for additional savings (in-person only). – ANNA Member Discounts: Save $125 or more on registration. Don’t miss out! Preconference workshops (in-person only) offer 5.0 CH, while the full symposium provides up to 18.75 CH, with bonus on-demand content adding an extra 5.0 CH. Pre-registration closes April 21, 2025 so visit annanurse.org/symp25 and secure your spot today. Questions? Contact ANNA at [email protected] or 888-600-2662. We look forward to seeing you at the 2025 Symposium! Register Now |
| ANNA 2026 National Symposium Call for Proposals The 2026 ANNA National Symposium will be held April 25 – 28, 2026 at the Hilton Riverside New Orleans in New Orleans, LA. The ANNA Conferences Committee invites individuals, regardless of clinical or corporate affiliation, to share their expertise by submitting a proposal for presentation. Proposals are being accepted until June 9, 2025. Submit a Proposal |
| Attention Student Members: Apply to Attend the 2025 Advocacy Forum! Are you an ANNA Student Member passionate about making a difference in kidney health and nursing policy? Here’s your chance to attend the 2025 ANNA Advocacy Forum, held June 9-10 in Washington, DC! This two-day event combines impactful learning opportunities with a day of legislative visits on Capitol Hill, where you’ll work alongside experienced ANNA members to advocate for nephrology nursing and kidney health policies. ANNA will fully fund one student member’s participation, covering airfare, hotel, transportation, and meals. To apply, submit your application along with a letter of recommendation from a faculty member, ANNA Chapter Officer, or someone who can speak to your interest in advocacy. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on advocacy experience and make your voice heard! Apply now to join us and help shape the future of nephrology nursing advocacy. Don’t Wait! Applications close this Saturday, March 15! Learn More Submit your Application |
| Introducing the ANNA Ambassador Program 2.0! 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 |
| Free NCPD Program | Patient Activation and Quality of Life in Patients with Rare Kidney Disease March’s featured FREE NCPD selection is, “Patient Activation and Quality of Life in Patients with Rare Kidney Disease” which explains concepts of patient activation and quality of life as they relate to individuals living with rare kidney disease. 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 1.30 contact hours – FREE! Available through March 31, 2025! Access Now |
| ANNA Member Spotlight: Nenita E. Cuellar MSN, RN, CNN 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: Nenita Cueller, from Dallas Chapter #208! Nenita says nephrology nursing is unique because “The diversity of nursing roles in nephrology spans the spectrum from chronic kidney disease, transplant and dialysis. As a nephrology nurse you learn the complexity of kidney physiology, and up to date treatments for those living with kidney disease, so that we can best advocate for our patients undergoing this life altering health journey with them.” Learn more about Nenita and why your colleague loves nephrology nursing! Member Spotlight |
| New Episode of Nephrology Nursing Perspectives Available Now! Look out for a new episode of Nephrology Nursing Perspectives on the 1st of every month. In this episode, our host Dr. Lillian Pryor interviews Donna Bednarski, RN, MSN, ANP-BC, CNN, and Donna Painter, MS, BSN, RN, CNN, ANNA’s Co-Chief Nurse Advisors on Health Policy and Advocacy. Together, they discuss ANNA’s advocacy efforts and health policy initiatives, highlighting the vital role nephrology nurses play in shaping policies that impact kidney care. Tune in to hear insights from Donna Bednarski’s extensive experience in quality improvement and legislative advocacy, alongside Donna Painter’s expertise in home dialysis and patient education. Don’t miss this engaging conversation on how nephrology nurses can influence health policy and advance care for individuals with kidney disease. Listen Now |
| Honor 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 Monday, April 14, 2025. Share your memories and help us honor those who have paved the way. Learn More |
| 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 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion ANNA leadership values the diversity of our membership, and is committed to an environment of inclusion, equity, and belonging. 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. 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 |
