2022 Edition of Contemporary Nephrology Nursing Textbook: Print and eBook Versions Available
The 2022 edition of Contemporary Nephrology Nursing is now available! The scope of this respected and trusted classic has been expanded to include the most complete collection of nephrology nursing topics ever published. An excellent resource for all nurses caring for patients with kidney disease, the Contemporary Nephrology Nursing textbook includes 60 chapters written by […]
President Angela Kurosaka Delivers ‘State of the Association’ Address
On November 21, ANNA President Angela “Angie” Kurosaka provided a “State of the Association” address, updating members on the Association’s current and future strategic initiatives. If you missed this update, click below to view a video recording and learn more about ANNA’s strategic priorities, current activities, and future initiatives.
KDIGO Releases Updated Guideline on Hepatitis C in CKD
Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) released the 2022 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Prevention, Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Treatment of Hepatitis C in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Released 4 years after the previous KDIGO guideline on this subject, the updated guideline addresses new evidence in several areas, including the role of additional direct-acting antiviral regimens […]
ANNA Announces National Election Results
The results of the national ANNA election have been finalized. The following individuals have been elected to serve on the ANNA Board of Directors. President-Elect Nancy Colobong Smith, MN, ANP-BC, CNN Treasurer Molly Cahill, MSN, APRN, BC, NP-C, CNN, FNKF Director Teresa Villaran, MS, MSN, CNN, CCRN (alumnus), CNE(ret) The newly elected leaders will assume […]
CMS Releases Final Rule on ESRD Prospective Payment System for 2023 (CMS-1768-F)
On October 31, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that updates payment policies and rates under the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System (PPS) for renal dialysis services furnished to beneficiaries on or after January 1, 2023. This rule also updates the acute kidney injury dialysis payment […]
March Is National Kidney Month
March is National Kidney Month, and March 9 is World Kidney Day. World Kidney Day is a global campaign to raise awareness of the importance of our kidneys to overall health and to reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and associated health problems worldwide. The 2023 theme is “Kidney Health for All: Preparing […]
KDIGO Releases Updated Guideline on Diabetes Management in CKD
Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) released the 2022 Clinical Practice Guideline for Diabetes Management in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Released 2 years after the first KDIGO guideline on this subject, the updated guideline applies to a broad population of patients with diabetes and CKD. The guideline addresses type 1 and type 2 diabetes and […]
Spotlighting the Nephrology Nursing Specialty: Interviews with ANNA Leaders
Nephrology Nurses Week is observed in September each year. In 2022, Nephrology Nurses Week was celebrated September 11-17. During this week and throughout the month of September, ANNA leaders and members were interviewed about the nephrology nursing specialty. Nurse Alice interviews ANNA President-Elect Jennifer Payton about the nephrology nursing specialty, what it takes to become […]
KDIGO and ADA Release Consensus Report on Diabetes Management in CKD
On October 3, 2022, Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) released a consensus report addressing diabetes management in chronic kidney disease (CKD). The report provides direction for the implementation of care to improve clinical outcomes for people with diabetes and CKD. The organizations collaborated in areas of CKD screening […]
Order Now! New Edition of Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice
ANNA has released the ninth edition of the Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice. The Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice (2022) provides a method of defining the scope of nephrology nursing practice and a conduit for evaluating that practice. This resource serves as a guide in identifying nephrology nurses’ responsibilities to their […]
NAM Releases Plan for Health Workforce Well-Being, Calls for Action to Address Burnout Crisis
On October 3, 2022, the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) released a new publication, National Plan for Health Workforce Well-Being, which calls for policy and systems changes to strengthen health workforce well-being and support the health of all communities. Learn More / Access the Publication
New Report Examines Inequities in the Organ Transplant System
The National Institutes of Health sponsored a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to review the fairness, equity, transparency, and cost-effectiveness in the system of procuring, allocating, and distributing deceased donor organs. A new report entitled “Realizing the Promise of Equity in the Organ Transplantation System” describes the committee’s recommendations for […]
ANNA Chapters Support Their Communities through ‘Feed Your Kidneys’ Initiative
ANNA introduced the Feed Your Kidneys program as a new way for chapters to celebrate Nephrology Nurses Week in September, which is also Hunger Action Month. Through this intitiative, ANNA funded 11 grants of $1,500 each for ANNA chapters to donate to local food banks during Nephrology Nurses Week (September 11-17). In addition, ANNA chapter […]
Request for Feedback: New ‘My Kidney Life Plan’ Treatment Matcher for Individuals with ESKD
Medical Education Institute (MEI) has released a new beta version of its treatment matcher tool for individuals with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) that features all ESKD treatment options. MEI’s first treatment matcher tool, “My Life, My Dialysis Choice,” only included dialysis. The updated tool – now titled “My Kidney Life Plan” – includes additional treatment […]
CMS Proposes Changes to 2023 Payment Policy for ESRD Facilities, Kidney Care Community Responds
On June 21, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule (CMS 1768-P) to update payment rates and policies under the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System (PPS) for dialysis services furnished to beneficiaries on or after January 1, 2023. This rule also proposes updates to the acute kidney […]
ANA Issues Statement on Racial Reckoning
The American Nurses Association (ANA) has apologized for past actions that contributed to systemic racism in a formal Racial Reckoning Statement. In June 2022, the ANA Membership Assembly, the governing and official voting body of ANA, voted to adopt a Racial Reckoning Statement. On July 12, 2022, ANA released the formal statement, which is the […]
New CExpress Programs Available
ANNA has released five new programs in the CExpress educational series, which features brief online sessions designed to be completed in 30 minutes or less. Each CExpress session offers contact hours and is available in the ANNA Online Library for only $5 (including content and contact hour processing). New sessions include: Anemia Management for the Medical-Surgical […]
Project Firstline: Infection Prevention and Control Resources for Nurses
ANNA is partnering with the American Nurses Association (ANA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other organizations to disseminate resources on infection prevention and control (IPC) to nurses and other front-line health professionals through an initiative entitled Project Firstline. This initiative features an interactive series of free online tools and courses that […]
NAM Releases National Plan for Health Workforce Well-Being
The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) Clinician Well-Being Collaborative unveiled a national plan to support health workforce well-being on June 24. The plan will enable leaders in health care and public health, government, payers, health information technology, education, professional societies, and healthcare workers to cultivate a health system to better support care providers and patient […]
Resources to Support Patients on Home Dialysis
The Medical Education Institute has developed two new resources for nurses to support patients receiving home dialysis. How to Talk to Patients About Home Dialysis: Four Steps for Professionals This online guide provides tips for discussing home dialysis treatment options with patients. Go to Guide Supporting Home Dialysis Patients’ Travel: The Nurse’s Role This online […]
Angela Kurosaka Assumes ANNA Presidency
Angela Kurosaka, DNP, RN, CNN, CCM, NEA-BC, assumed the role of 2022-2023 ANNA President during the Nephrology Nurses Recognition Luncheon at the 2022 ANNA National Symposium on May 24. Dr. Kurosaka outlined her vision for the upcoming year, which includes “looking at history to help drive decisions for the present and future” and leading with […]
ANNA Members, Chapters Honored with Awards During 2022 Symposium
ANNA announced the recipients of the organization’s excellence awards, educational scholarships, and research grants during the 2022 National Symposium in Fort Worth, TX. Congratulations to these deserving members and chapters on their outstanding achievements! Click below to learn more about the recipients. Award Recipients Scholarship Recipients Grant Recipients
Addressing the Challenges of a Growing Demand for Home Dialysis Therapies
An article in the March/April 2022 issue of Nephrology Nursing Journal explores the challenges currently facing nephrology nurses and the larger nephrology community as the landscape for kidney replacement therapies changes. The End-Stage Renal Disease Treatment Choices (ETC) Model, an aspect of the Advancing American Kidney Health Initiative that incentivizes increases in home dialysis therapies, […]
AHRQ Releases Toolkit for Preventing CLABSI in ICUs
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has released a Toolkit for Preventing CLABSI and CAUTI in ICUs that offers customizable tools and training resources to prevent central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) and catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) in intensive care units (ICUs). The toolkit is designed to help facilities assess current clinical and […]
NSNA Recognizes ANNA for Sponsoring Scholarships for Student Nurses for More than 30 Years
ANNA participated in the 70th Anniversary Convention of the National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA) held April 6-10, 2022, in Salt Lake City, UT. During the convention, the Foundation of NSNA recognized organizations that have supported the Foundation’s scholarship program, which provides financial assistance for nursing education. Dr. Carol Toussie Weingarten, President of the Foundation of […]
Celebrate Nurses Month
May is Nurses Month. With the theme of “Nurses Make a Difference,” each week during Nurses Month has a specific focus: Self-Care (May 1-7) Recognition (May 8-14) Professional Development (May 15-21) Community Engagement (May 22-31) Learn More Nurses Month Events YOU Make a Difference — LIVE Nurses Event In honor of National Nurses Month, the […]
Podcast Episode Focuses on Advancing Equity in Kidney Disease
Nephrology Nursing Perspectives, a podcast series developed by ANNA, features interviews and discussions among ANNA members and the nephrology community. The podcast focuses on issues in nephrology, health policy, and nephrology nursing as a specialty nursing profession. In the most recent episode, ANNA Past President Lillian Pryor, MSN, RN, CNN, talks with Deidra C. Crews, […]
Dialysis of Drugs 2024 Edition Now Available
Dialysis of Drugs 2024 is the essential clinical reference guide for concise, easy-to-use information on the dialyzability of drugs in patients receiving hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Using a simple tabular approach, this resource is available in formats that will suit all users’ needs: mobile apps, pocket-sized booklets, wall charts, and institutional site licenses. These site […]
ANNA Updates Nephrology-Related Clinical Fact Sheets
ANNA has revised several of its clinical fact sheets. The fact sheets provide a brief overview of essential information regarding the care and treatment of individuals with kidney disease. Drawing on the expertise of members of ANNA’s Specialty Practice Networks (SPNs), the following fact sheets were reviewed and updated to reflect the latest practice and […]
Accelerating Nursing, Transforming Healthcare: Research to Define the Future of the Nursing Profession
Johnson & Johnson, the American Nurses Association, and the American Organization for Nursing Leadership partnered to conduct quantitative and qualitative research to evaluate the impacts of the pandemic on the nursing profession. The research findings, which are available online, define a progressive path forward for nursing, ultimately strengthening care delivery and elevating the role of […]