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| LAST CALL: Nominations Open for 2026-2027 National Board of Directors | July 1 The ANNA Nominations Committee is seeking qualified members for the following Board of Directors positions for this year’s national election: – President-Elect – Treasurer – Director (2 positions available) Additional information, including role descriptions, eligibility criteria, and the candidate application, are available on the ANNA website. The deadline for submission of candidate materials is July 1, 2025. Learn More and Apply |
| Career Pathways to Nephrology Nursing Wednesday, June 18, 2025 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT Curious about a career in nephrology nursing—or looking to share your passion with future colleagues? Join us for this engaging webinar led by ANNA Past President Dr. Angie Kurosaka. You’ll learn about the field of nephrology nursing, explore three key roles within the specialty, and discover basic pathways into the profession. Free for members; $20 for nonmembers. Participants will be eligible for 1.00 CH. Register Now |
| “I Want to Live: The Impact of Nephrology Nursing” Premiered at ANNA 2025 National Symposium At the 2025 ANNA National Symposium held in Portland, Oregon, ANNA proudly debuted “I Want to Live: The Impact of Nephrology Nursing,” an inspiring short documentary created in partnership with award-winning filmmaker Carolyn Jones. This powerful film follows nephrology nurses alongside the patients and families in their care, including the story of a living kidney donor and recipient in Seattle, participants at the Transplant Games in Alabama, and patients receiving hemodialysis in New York. Through these stories, “I Want to Live” captures the skill, compassion, and dedication that define the nephrology nursing specialty. You can now watch the full documentary on ANNA’s YouTube channel. We hope you’ll: – Watch the film to experience the moving portrayal of nephrology nursing excellence. – Share it with colleagues, friends, and family to raise awareness of the essential role nephrology nurses play in kidney health. – Be inspired by the stories of hope, resilience, and the promise of life that nephrology nurses help deliver every day. Watch “I Want to Live: The Impact of Nephrology Nursing” Now |
| Become a Fellow of ANNA: Apply for FANNA and Be Recognized as a Leader in Nephrology Nursing Are you a dedicated nephrology nurse who has made significant contributions to the field of nephrology? Do you strive to elevate the standards of patient care, education, research, and leadership in nephrology nursing? If so, it’s time to consider applying for the prestigious Fellow of the American Nephrology Nurses Association (FANNA) designation. FANNA is the highest recognition ANNA offers to members who exemplify excellence in nephrology nursing and have demonstrated sustained commitment and impact across the profession. This honorary status recognizes individuals who have advanced the field of nephrology nursing through leadership, service, education, and scholarly contributions. Why Apply for FANNA? – Professional Recognition: Be honored by your peers for your dedication, achievements, and leadership in nephrology nursing. – Career Advancement: FANNA status reflects a high level of expertise and commitment that can open doors for new opportunities in practice, academia, and leadership. – Inspiration and Mentorship: Join a distinguished group of fellows and contribute to shaping the future of our profession by mentoring the next generation of nurse leaders. Are You Eligible? Applicants must: – Be an active ANNA member for at least the past 5 consecutive years – Have obtained a national certification in the field of nephrology – Demonstrate leadership, scholarship, and significant contributions to nephrology nursing How to Apply The application period is now open! Visit the Fellow of the American Nephrology Nurses Association Application (FANNA) for full eligibility criteria, application instructions, and deadlines. Don’t miss this opportunity to be recognized for your impact and commitment. Final Thoughts Your experience, dedication, and leadership have shaped nephrology nursing — now it’s time to celebrate it. We encourage all eligible members to consider applying for FANNA and join a community of leaders committed to advancing nephrology care. Let your voice, your vision, and your value be recognized. Apply for FANNA today! The FANNA Committee (Jennifer Payton – Vice Chair, Cindy Richards, Nikeya Davis, Glinda Stricklin and David Walz – Chair) Learn More Apply Now |
| Daisy Award – Call for Nominations ANNA is excited to announce the launch of the Daisy Award for Nephrology Nurses Advancing Health Equity. This new award recognizes exceptional nephrology nurses who go above and beyond to deliver compassionate care and address health disparities among vulnerable populations. The Daisy Award for Nephrology Nurses Advancing Health Equity honors nurses who demonstrate a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health, and Compassionate Care. Nominations will be judged based on the following criteria: – Commitment to DEI – Addressing Health Disparities – Social Determinants of Health – Compassionate Care – Impact Nomination Process Nominations for the Daisy Award for Nephrology Nurses Advancing Health Equity opened on June 1 and will close on July 25. The ANNA Board of Directors will review nominations and select the winner by July 23. The winner will be announced at the Nephrology Nursing Fall Summit in September. Learn More Submit a Nomination |
| Nephrology Professionals Connect at ANNA National Symposium Over 800 nephrology nurses, health professionals, and students participated – in person and virtually – in the 2025 ANNA National Symposium. Held May 1-4 in Portland, OR the conference featured a dynamic program offering educational, professional development, and networking opportunities. Attention Symposium Attendees: Remember to complete the evaluation process and redeem your contact hours in the Online Library June 16, 2025. Couldn’t make it to the Symposium? Educational content (session recordings, handouts, and contact hours) are now available for purchase in the Online Library. Erik Isakson Photographics have finished processing the 2025 National Symposium photos and posted them to their website. Take a look (password: anna) and see if you can find yourself. While there, don’t forget to purchase a print or two and support the work of such a talented photographer. Online Library Erik Isakson Photographics |
| Content from the ANNA 2025 National Symposium is Now Available in the Online Library Couldn’t make it to the ANNA 2025 National Symposium? Just because we missed you, doesn’t mean you have to miss out on a great education! Content from the event is now available for purchase in the Online Library. Packages and a la carte options available. Earn up to 30 contact hours. View Content |
| Explore the New ANNA Website! We’re excited to unveil the newly redesigned ANNA website—built with you in mind. The updated site offers a cleaner, more modern design, easier navigation, and faster access to the tools, resources, and education you count on. Whether you’re looking to register for an event, access the Online Library, renew your membership, or connect with fellow nephrology professionals, everything is now easier to find and use. Take a moment to explore the new site and see what’s changed. Go to ANNANurse.org |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 licenses are particularly suited to larger organizations, such as a group of hospitals or clinics. They permit posting of a pdf format on an institution’s internal library or clinical resource page, allowing access by all clinicians. The mission of Renal Pharmacy Consultants, provider of Dialysis of Drugs, is to optimize the medication-related outcomes of patients with CKD and related disorders. RPC partners Nancy A Mason, PharmD, and George R Bailie, PharmD, PhD, are clinical pharmacists and academics who have greater than 60 combined years of experience specializing in teaching, research, publication and practice related to the care of dialysis patients. Learn More |
| Research Study Exploring Nephrology Nurses’ Care of Veterans ANNA Members are conducting an IRB-approved research study to explore nephrology nurses’ knowledge, attitudes, confidence level, and comfort level when caring for Veterans. If you are a registered nurse or advanced practice registered nurse working in a patient-facing role in a nephrology nursing setting, we invite you to participate in our study. Your voluntary participation in the brief online survey will help us understand this issue, including associated factors. The survey has 35 questions and should not take more than 15 to 20 minutes to complete. You may also opt in to participate in an interview, which should not take more than 60 minutes. If you want to participate, please CLICK HERE. If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Dyar at [email protected] or the University of West Georgia IRB at [email protected]. University of West Georgia IRB Approval Dyar_E040725 Participate in the Study |
| Free NCPD Program | Direct Transition from Hospital to Home Dialysis: Revolutionizing Home Dialysis Training June’s featured FREE NCPD selection is, “Direct Transition from Hospital to Home Dialysis: Revolutionizing Home Dialysis Training,” which discusses one hospital’s program to directly transition incident patients from hospital admission to home hemodialysis to empower patients, enhance their treatment experience, maximize efficiency, and streamline health care operations. 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 June 30, 2025! Access Now |
| ANNA Member Spotlight: Emily Martinez Millan, BSN, 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: Emily Martinez Millan from Caribbean Chapter #210! Emily says nephrology nursing is unique because of “the opportunity to learn something new every day that benefits both our patients and staff.” Learn more about Emily 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 other month. In this episode, our host Dr. Lillian Pryor interviews John Davis, former Chief Executive Officer of Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO), about the vital role nephrology nurses play in advancing kidney care worldwide. With over three decades of leadership in global kidney health and medical nonprofits, John brings a wealth of experience and insights to the conversation. Tune in as John discusses the importance of nephrology nurses in implementing evidence-based clinical practice guidelines, improving patient outcomes, and shaping the future of kidney care. Don’t miss this inspiring episode that highlights the invaluable contributions of nephrology nurses to the global kidney health community. Listen Now |
| Applying for a Research Grant? ANNA Has Resources to Help! ANNA is offering the following research grants this year: – Research Grant Application Form ~ one grant of up to $15,000 – Evidence-Based Practice Project Grant Application Form ~ three grants of $5,000 – Barbara F. Prowant Research Grant Application Form~ one grant of $5,000 – Satellite Healthcare/ANNA Applied Pragmatic Clinical Research Grant Application Form ~ one grant of $5,000 Applicants who need assistance or feedback regarding their research grant proposal may submit a draft proposal by August 31, 2025 in order to receive feedback from the ANNA Research Committee prior to the final grant application deadline of November 15, 2025. To further assist you, ANNA has developed Research Modules, a series of free, online educational programs with tips for developing and submitting research grant proposals. Learn More Research Modules |
| ANNA Award Nominations are opening soon! Over $112,000 in awards, scholarships, and grants are available to ANNA members and chapters this year. Recognize a colleague for excellence in patient care, clinical practice, education, management, research, or volunteer leadership by nominating them for an Outstanding Achievement Award. Apply for a scholarship to pursue higher education or a grant to fund a clinical practice project that will benefit staff, patients, and/or families. Submit your nominations/applications by November 15, 2025. Learn More |
| ANNA Scholarships and Grant applications are opening soon! Each year, ANNA offers scholarships that provide funding to support members in their pursuit of higher education. ANNA also offers grants for clinical research projects and patient/staff education programs. Recipients are announced annually at the ANNA National Symposium. Applications are due by November 15, 2025. 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 |
| 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 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 |
