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ASNA is the Voice for Alabama Nurses!

The Alabama State Nurses Association (ASNA) has been representing the nurses of Alabama for 100 years! ASNA seeks to improve the health of Alabama by utilizing the power of nursing to raise awareness of public health issues, promote continuous improvement of professional nursing standards, and advocate for health care environments in which nurses and patients can thrive.

The Alabama State Nurses Association (ASNA) will host its Annual Convention in Tuscaloosa, AL at the Hotel Capstone from October 4-6, 2023.

Are you Ready for the Convention?

There are more than 95,000 nurses in Alabama. With our voices acting as one, we can enhance protections and raise standards for the nursing profession. When you join ASNA/ANA, you’ll be part of a group 3.6 million strong, representing the largest group of nurses in the country!

Our mission is to lead the profession to shape the future of nursing and healthcare in the state of Alabama. Join ASNA today to take the first step in learning more about your profession and becoming a leader!

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Events

APR

FACES '23 On Demand Webinar - Session TWO

Webinar/Online

Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 9:00am CT

JUN

Moderate Sedation Certification

Webinar/Online

Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 9:00am ET

SEP

Sepsis Alliance Summit 2023

Webinar/Online

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 10:30am ET

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Recent News & Announcements

DEI Committee Meeting

Join us tomorrow for DEI's committee meeting at 6:00 p.m. The DEI Committee is open to everyone who is passionate about ethics and how it impacts...

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Exciting New Member Benefit Coming Soon!

Hello ASNA! We are excited to announce that we will be offering a new, members-only benefit coming this September! We understand how important it...

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As nurses, we understand that staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in healthcare is paramount to providing exceptional patient care. We also know that staying up-to-date doesn't always have to be expensive or time-consuming. We have lots of free short courses with contact hours - just in time for those lazy summer days. Lounging at the beach, poolside, or under a lovely shaded tree, summer is the perfect time to catch up on needed contact hours. Visit our catalog for the full course list.

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Preparing for an Active Shooter in the Clinical and Non-clinical Environment

Developed by Johns Hopkins Medicine’s Office of Emergency Management and Corporate Security, this course teaches the Run, Hide, Fight framework endorsed by federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. The training focuses on the three options an individual has during an active shooter incident, what to expect and what to do when law enforcement officers arrive, and what to anticipate in the immediate aftermath.

0.5 ANCC contact hours

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Clinical Approaches to Underserved Populations

Over the course of the pandemic, significant disparities have emerged. These 3 patient case studies will help you to more effectively care for patients in underserved populations. (1) Alberto is a 67-year-old man from the DR with COPD and T2D. (2) Gabriela is a 49-year-old woman with obesity, T2D, and hypertension. (3) Damon is a 45-year-old Black man with comorbid conditions.

1.5 ANCC contact hours

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Caring for an Aging Population with Cystic Fibrosis - Webinar

Leading Cystic Fibrosis experts will discuss the unique concerns and needs of adults aging with CF, and how a structured program can assist in the clinical management of this group.

1.25 ANCC contact hours

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Teach Back: A Tool to Ensure Patient Understanding

Studies have shown that 40-80% of the medical information patients receive is forgotten immediately and nearly half of the information retained is incorrect. One of the easiest ways to close the gap of communication between clinician and patient is to employ the "teach-back" method. This course will describe the process and techniques.

1.0 ANCC contact hours

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Treatment Strategies for Hospitalized Patients

John is an older Black man with COPD and diabetes who presents to the ED after testing positive for COVID-19. How should you treat John when he arrives? What if he gets worse and requires oxygenation? John is admitted to the ICU. What are the best treatment options now? What options should you consider for ventilation?

0.5 ANCC contact hours

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Managing MS Spasticity

Spasticity is one of the most common symptoms of multiple sclerosis as well as one of the most burdensome. It significantly diminishes patient quality of life and results in progressively worsening disability. What causes spasticity? How effective are currently used treatments? What does the evidence say about the safety and efficacy of treatment with medical cannabis products?

1.0 ANCC contact hours