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| BOD Election Results The results are in, and we are excited to announce the newest members of the ANNA Board of Directors! Please join us in congratulating: President-Elect Michelle Gilliland, MSN, RN, CNN, BSBA Director Debra J Hain, PhD, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNN-NP, FAAN, FAANP, FNKF The newly elected leaders will assume their roles during the 2025 National Symposium in Portland, OR, where they’ll join our 2025–2026 Board of Directors: – President – Dr. Faith Lynch, DNP, RN, CNN – Immediate Past President – Nancy Colobong Smith, MN, ARNP, ANP-BC, CNN – Secretary – Jami Smith Brown, DHEd, MSN, RN, CNN – Treasurer – Molly Cahill, MSN, NP-C, APRN, BC, RN, CNN, FNKF – Director – Teresa R. Villaran, MS, MSN, CNN – Director – Marijo Johnson, MSN, RN, CNN We’re grateful to all candidates and voters who participated in this year’s election. Your involvement strengthens ANNA and the nephrology nursing profession. Meet the New BOD |
| Show Your ANNA Pride This Holiday Season Celebrate the season with ANNA’s expanded collection of branded merchandise—perfect for gifting or showing your ANNA pride! From athletic jackets and polos to fun socks, wine tumblers, and more, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply the joy of the season, these items make thoughtful and practical gifts. Shop Now |
| Call for Proposals: 2025 ANNA Nephrology Nursing Summit The 2025 ANNA Nephrology Nursing Summit will be held September 26-28, 2025 at the Le Meridian Sheraton in Charlotte, NC. 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. Proposals are now due by December 31, 2024. Learn More |
| Call for Abstracts: 2025 National Symposium The 2025 ANNA National Symposium will be held May 1-4 at Hyatt Regency Portland & Oregon Convention Center. The Conferences Committee invites you to share your expertise, research, or clinical findings by submitting an abstract for a 15-minute verbal presentation or a poster presentation. This year, we’re awarding up to $1,500 in prizes to the top-rated submissions—voted by attendees through crowdsourcing and social media (hybrid attendees included!). The deadline to submit an abstract is December 31, 2024. Learn More |
| BOD Resident Applications ANNA is seeking applicants once again for the role of Board of Directors Resident (formerly Emerging Nephrology Nurse Professional Fellow). This is an opportunity for new, up-and-coming leaders to engage directly at the Board of Directors level. This is a one-year commitment and the deadline for applications is January 20, 2025. Apply Now |
| Call for Reviewers: Core Curriculum for Nephrology Nursing 8th Edition The Core Curriculum for Nephrology Nursing, 8th Edition, is currently being updated and revised. This comprehensive, peer-reviewed resource sets the standard for nephrology nursing clinical practice and impacts the everyday practice of nephrology nurses and APRNs, from novice to expert. We are seeking ANNA members who hold a nephrology nursing certification (CDN, CNN, CNN-NP) to contribute as reviewers. Your expertise will help ensure the updated edition remains an essential resource for nurses pursuing nephrology certification. If you are interested in serving as a reviewer or would like more information, please email me directly with your: – Name – Credentials – Area of expertise Thank you for considering this opportunity to contribute to the future of nephrology nursing education. Donna Bednarski, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, CNN, CNP Editor Core Curriculum for Nephrology Nursing, 8th Edition Email: [email protected] |
| Free NCPD Program | A Culture of Inclusion in Nursing Can Provide a Foundation for Belonging: A Key to Greater Retention of the Nursing Workforce December’s featured FREE NCPD selection is, “A Culture of Inclusion in Nursing Can Provide a Foundation for Belonging: A Key to Greater Retention of the Nursing Workforce”. Attendees will learn how a culturally diverse work environment can offer a feeling of belonging when cultural sensitivity and inclusion prevail. 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 1.20 contact hours – FREE! Available through December 31, 2024! Access Now |
| Happy Holidays from ANNA! As the holiday season is upon us, we reflect on the past year and those who have helped shape ANNA. It has been a memorable year full of things to be grateful for. We hope this year has been just as kind to all our members! As a thank you, please enjoy a free session (with contact hours) of your choice on us. To redeem, follow the instructions below. We hope you have a joyful holiday season! 1. Browse the Online Library. 2. Add a session of your choice to your shopping cart. 3. Apply the coupon code ANNAholiday24 to receive a $30 discount. The session (and accompanying NCPD credit) will be free! Online Library |
| ANNA Member Spotlight: Beth St. John, 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: Beth St. John, from Wisconsin Chapter #304! Beth says nephrology nursing is unique because it “…has many tracks that a nurse can take throughout their lifetime experience. You can focus on adults or pediatrics care, chronic or acute care, beginning of CKD to end of life care, or education, regulatory, quality. I have gone from being a staff nurse to clinical manager to acute care coordinator to educator with focus on Clinical Technology (EMR training).” Learn more about Beth 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, host Lillian Pryor, DNP, RN, CNN, interviews Deborah Brouwer-Maier, RN, CNN, a nephrology nursing expert with over 40 years of experience, focusing on hemodialysis vascular access. Deborah has played a pivotal role in developing and implementing key vascular access guidelines and initiatives, including her work with the NKF KDOQI Vascular Access Work Groups and the National Vascular Access Improvement Initiative. Deborah shares her extensive knowledge on vascular access care, her contributions to various professional organizations, and her dedication to improving patient outcomes. Don’t miss this insightful conversation—tune in now to learn from a true leader in vascular access care. Listen Now |
| Get Creative: ANNA’s Second Annual Art Contest is Here! We’re excited to announce ANNA’s Second Annual Art Contest! This is your chance to showcase your creativity and passion for kidney care. How to Enter: – Theme: Your art should reflect kidney care. Include a brief caption explaining your inspiration and its connection to nephrology. – Prize: Win a free registration to ANNA’s 2025 National Symposium in Portland, Oregon. – Dates: Submit your digital entries from September 15, 2024, to January 1, 2025, by 11:59 PM ET. After submissions close, ANNA members will vote for the top three entries. Our Board of Directors will then choose the winner. Visit our Art Contest page to learn more and submit your artwork. We can’t wait to see your creative expressions of kidney care! Learn More |
| Help ANNA Celebrate World Kidney Day ANNA’s Advocacy and Health Policy Committee is excited to announce a campaign for World Kidney Day and needs your help. You are invited to create a short educational video explaining why World Kidney Day is important. Your video should raise awareness among the general population about the vital role kidneys play in one’s overall health and the importance of kidney disease prevention. Let’s work together to spread knowledge and encourage healthy living! Submit your video no later than 8pm (PST) January 20, 2025. You are also welcome to work on a video with your chapter, or with a few colleagues, if you would like! The Advocacy and Health Policy Committee will vote on a winner. The winning video will be shared across each of ANNA’s social media platforms during the month of March in recognition of World Kidney Month. Learn More |
| Join ANNA’s Virtual Journal Club! Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 1 – 2 PM ET Our new Virtual Journal Club offers members a chance to dive into the latest research and connect with nephrology nursing experts. Earn NCPD contact hours while engaging in dynamic discussions led by article authors. Next Session – Topic: U.S. Organ Transplantation System – Its History, Present, and Future – Presenters: Geraldine Zingraf, DNP, MBA, RN, CNN, CCTC; Diane Derkowski, MA, RN, CNN, CCTC; Yaritza Pizarro, APRN, FNP-BC, CCTN; Amy Woodard, BSN, RN, CNN, CCTC Learn More |
| 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. View Tributes and Learn More |
| 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 |
