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Official page for AMSN & MSNCB. AMSN is the only professional nursing specialty association dedicated to medical-surgical nurses.
We offer the CMSRN certification via our cert board, MSNCB.
Do you want to address healthcare inequities and bias in your institution? Then you won't want to miss the 2024 AMSN Annual Convention session, "Collaborative Conversations on Equity, Inclusion, and Justice."
During the session, Christine Ijiomah, BSN, RN, and Tara Lerew, BSN, RN, NE-BC, will discuss strategies for addressing inequities and bias in the hospital setting. Learn more about their session and register for today: https://hubs.la/Q02MzG7p0
MSNCB is searching for an emerging professional for its Board of Directors. The emerging professional role was established to create a leadership development opportunity like no other for nurses new to the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Medical-surgical nurses with 1-3 years of experience are encouraged to apply. CMSRN certification is not required at time of application. https://hubs.la/Q02MCyfC0
Registration is now open for our live Certification Review Course (CRC) in Chicago! Even if you have already earned your CMSRN, joining us Nov. 1-2 will help you stay up to date on important foundational medical-surgical knowledge. During this two-day event, attendees will take a deep dive into patient symptoms and diseases along with the corresponding assessments and interventions completed by medical-surgical nurses. Register now: https://hubs.la/Q02N1jvs0
We want to hear from you! 📢 Participate in the AMSN Medical Surgical Nurse Staffing Survey, which seeks to gather valuable insights from medical-surgical nurses regarding their education, experience, location, work setting, and staffing plans. Your participation will help in shaping the future of staffing policies and improving work conditions for nurses everywhere. https://hubs.la/Q02MBWX50
If you've been itching to become more involved with AMSN, now is the time as the AMSN call for volunteers is open! Help shape the future of our association by volunteering on one of our committees or joining our pool of medical-surgical nursing subject matter experts. Open positions include:
📝 Annual Convention Programming Committee
📝 Awards, Grants, and Scholarship Committee
📝 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
📝 Digital Content Committee
📝 Education Content Development Committee
📝 Legislative Committee
📝 PRISM® Committee
📝 Subject Matter Experts (SME)
Learn more about the requirements for each position and apply today: https://hubs.la/Q02MBPCP0
In the medical-surgical field, days are not always sunshine and rainbows. Hear from our MedSurg Moments podcast co-hosts on how to deal with difficult patients in tomorrow's episode.🎙️In the meantime, listen to any of our previous podcast episodes. https://hubs.la/Q02MyKnK0
Check out our Q&A with Nelson Tuazon, DNP, DBA, RN, NEA-BC, CENP, CPPS, CNE, FNAP, FACHE, FAAN, a longtime member of AMSN who was recently awarded the Luther Christman Award by the American Nurses Association:
AMSN Committee Chair Nelson Tuazon Receives ANA’s Luther Christman Award Nelson Tuazon, DNP, DBA, RN, NEA-BC, CENP, CPPS, CNE, FNAP, FACHE, FAAN, a longtime member of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) and chair of AMSN’s Awards, Grants, and Scholarship (AGS) Committee, was recently awarded the Luther Christman Award from the American Nurses Association. Get...
Time is running out! ⏰ We are just a few weeks away from the 2024 AMSN Annual Convention in Toronto, Ontario! This year’s convention promises a unique blend of insightful sessions, hands-on workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers that you won't want to miss. Don't delay any further, register now: https://hubs.la/Q02LQq190
Can't attend in person? Choose our Virtual Access Pass option when registering!
Registration Register today to join us in September in Toronto for the premier gathering of medical-surgical nurses and health professionals.
Are you considering earning the CMSRN but aren't sure it's worth it? Hear from M. Colleen Sembar, BSN, MSN, RN, CCRN, CMSRN, ANPD-BC on their :
"I got my CMSRN because when I switched my education focus to medical-surgical nursing, I felt I needed to be an example to the other nurses I work with. It shows extra dedication to the art of medical-surgical nursing."
Check out other and consider joining this group of certificants by earning your CMSRN: https://hubs.la/Q02L_W7J0
Conducting a root cause analysis (RCA) has its pros and cons. Join us for our upcoming specialty webinar, "Nurses Role in Elevating Quality Care (RCA & NPR)," taking place Tuesday, Sept. 3, from 2-3:30 p.m. CT. Attendees will learn the importance of asking the 5 key questions after adverse events and how action plans are developed. Register now: https://hubs.la/Q02LV5rp0
Save the date to join us in Chicago Nov. 1-2 for AMSN's live Certification Review Course (CRC)! Whether you're looking to earn your CMSRN credential or brush up on your foundational nursing knowledge, this is the course for you. Over the two days, attendees will take a deep dive into patient symptoms and diseases along with the corresponding assessments and interventions completed by medical-surgical nurses. Stay tuned for further details!
Are you an acute-care virtual nurse wondering whether you should pursue earning the Certified Acute-Care Virtual Nursing (CAVRN) credential? Here are our top 5 reasons you should consider the CAVRN credential:
🟣Demonstrate commitment, confidence, and credibility in your profession
🟣Validate your expert, specialized knowledge
🟣Maintain an innovative edge in your career
🟣Increase your earning power
🟣Earn respect from patients, colleagues, and employers
Take the next step in your nursing career and earn the CAVRN: https://hubs.ly/Q02Lkj180
We asked, you answered! Hear from fellow certified medical-surgical nurses on their :
"I wanted to show other newer nurses on the unit that it was attainable and shows dedication to our careers as medical-surgical nurses. It was also to allow me to be an expert in my chosen specialty."
—Patricia B. Treasure, DNP, CMSRN
Join Patricia by earning your CMSRN credential today: https://hubs.ly/Q02LkdB-0
The summer Olympics may be over, but you can still earn a gold medal in medical-surgical nursing education by attending the 2024 AMSN Annual Convention in September! 🥇
The AMSN Annual Convention is the can’t-miss event for medical-surgical nurses. Show your peers and your patients your commitment to your profession by joining AMSN for three days of learning, networking, and impactful conversations. You won't want to miss it! Register now: https://hubs.la/Q02L8Cmj0
Home Have your passport on standby, because the 2024 Annual Convention is taking place September 12-14 in Toronto, Ontario! Throughout this education-packed week, you will have the opportunity to create connections, learn from thought leaders, and garner clinical best practices that are bound to stick fo...
If you're feeling FOMO because you can't travel to the 2024 AMSN Annual Convention, don't worry! Registration for our Virtual Access Pass is now open. Participate in sessions from leading experts right from the comfort of your bed 🛏️, couch 🛋️, or favorite coffee shop ☕. You'll get access to a wide variety of sessions, session recordings after the convention concludes, and access to poster PDFs. Purchase our Virtual Access Pass now: https://hubs.la/Q02LgQNj0
AI is on the top of everyone's minds. 🧠 But how can it be used for medical-surgical nursing? Check out the recent article on The Monitor, "Harnessing Artificial Intelligence and Video Technology for On-Demand Microlearning in Medical-Surgical Nursing: A Novel Approach to Mentorship," in which Ginger Fowler, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC, shares her innovative approach to using AI and video technology. Read on: https://hubs.la/Q02L8tZv0
As medical-surgical nurses, we focus so much on the patient's well-being that we can neglect ourselves. Get a sneak peek into tomorrow's MedSurg Moments episode 🎙️ "We Need to Talk About Nurse Wellness," in which you'll hear first-hand accounts of nurse burnout and how to overcome it. In the meantime, you can listen to released episodes on your favorite streaming platform. https://hubs.la/Q02K_4Cc0
We asked for your , and you answered. Here's what Melody Gartrell, MSN, RN, CMSRN had to say:
"My CMSRN certification shows my students and my colleagues that I believe in lifelong learning and professional development. It promotes me as an expert in my field."
Join Melody in proving your medical-surgical excellence by earning your CMSRN today. https://hubs.la/Q02K3fVC0
MSNCB Board of Directors nominations close next week! Open positions include:
🟢Director, CMSRN
🟢Director, CAVRN
🟢President-Elect
🟢Emerging Professional
Don't miss your chance to shape the future of MSNCB. For full eligibility requirements for each position and to apply, view the application form: https://hubs.la/Q02K3dG60
Recently on the Monitor, we interview opening keynote speaker for the 2024 AMSN Annual Convention Lee Rubin. In this Q&A, he told us a little bit about his area expertise along with reasons you should attend his session, "5 Components of Extraordinary Teams". Read on: https://hubs.la/Q02K3dd10
Did you know that AMSN members receive a discount on your CMSRN exam? And the benefits don't stop there! Members also receive discounts on registration for , 1 free contact hour each month, and so much more. The best way to advance your medical-surgical practice at a fraction of the cost is to become an AMSN member. Join now: https://hubs.la/Q02K3gqk0
The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) is still seeking candidates for the position of Editor-in-Chief of a new journal for the medical-surgical nursing community, effective fall 2024. The deadline for applications has been extended to this Friday, Aug. 9 at 5 p.m. CT. Interested? Candidates should submit a letter of interest including a 300-word summary describing interest in the Editor-in-Chief position and thoughts on establishing a new medical-surgical nursing publication. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02K37Rz0
What time is it? ⏰Time to check "Register for the 2024 AMSN Annual Convention" off your summer bucket list! 🪣✅This year's convention is set to be a remarkable gathering of medical-surgical nurses from around the globe, all eager to explore the latest trends and essential skills vital for career advancement. You won't want to miss it. Register today and we'll see you Sept. 12-14: https://hubs.ly/Q02Jny130
AMSN members: Stay cool 😎 this August by earning your free contact hours! Earn 1.25 NCPD hours or 0.25 RX hours when you view the "Embrace the Challenge! Improve Outcomes for Patients With COPD With Evidence-Based Care" webinar. This deal will only last for a limited time, so make sure to redeem it before it melts away.🍦Look for a discount code in your email inbox to redeem.
The AMSN PRISM® Award provides special recognition to the exemplary practice of medical-surgical units. Join Melanie O'Neill, DNP, RN, NE-BC, Lori Magestro, DNP, RN, MedSurg-BC, and Michael Szeliga, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, CMSRN, CPHQ, for a discussion with a Q&A session to follow at our upcoming webinar on Tuesday, Aug. 6 from 2-3:30 p.m. CT. There, they will share all about this prestigious designation including how your unit can apply. https://hubs.la/Q02JnhQb0
If you're interested in our new Certified Acute-Care Virtual Nursing (CAVRN) credential, but don't know when to fit the exam in your schedule, fear not! Take your exam anytime, anywhere with our test administrator's remote-testing platform ProProctor. This gives you the flexibility to schedule your exam when testing works best for you.
Don't miss out on this stepping stone in your career and consider earning the CAVRN. https://hubs.la/Q02Jny0w0
Research can seem intimidating. We're here to prove it's not that scary. Make sure to listen to the latest Med-Surg Moments podcast, "How to Transform Care Through Nursing Research," dropping later today! If you just itching to listen, you can always listen to past episodes on your favorite streaming platform. https://hubs.la/Q02Jng-B0
Research can seem intimidating. We're here to prove it's not that scary. Make sure to listen to the latest Med-Surg Moments podcast, "How to Transform Care Through Nursing Research," dropping later today! If you just itching to listen, you can always listen to past episodes on your favorite streaming platform. https://hubs.la/Q02JnkMl0
We wanted to know what's your , and you answered! Check out this testimony from a fellow medical-surgical nurse on why they decided to earn their CMSRN:
"Certification not only validates my expertise in medical-surgical nursing but also enhances my credibility among colleagues, patients, and employers. Achieving certifications like CMSRN is essential for healthcare organizations striving to attain and uphold Magnet accreditation. This certification aligns closely with the Magnet Recognition Program's principles of nursing excellence, patient-centered care, and continual quality improvement. It serves as a crucial indicator of an organization's dedication to maintaining high standards and demonstrates that nurses have met rigorous criteria in their specialty, such as medical-surgical nursing. This validation assures employers, colleagues, and patients that nurses are armed with the necessary skills and expertise to deliver quality and humane care." —Jay U. Ocate, MSN, RN, CMSRN
Join Jay in earning your CMSRN today: https://hubs.la/Q02Htfxj0
This week on The Monitor, we interviewed 2024 AMSN Annual Convention closing keynote speaker Donna Cardillo, MA, RN CSP, FAAN. In the interview, Donna discussed her area of expertise and guiding principles in her work, along with some hints about her closing keynote session. Check out the Q&A: https://hubs.la/Q02HtcZ80
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The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) is the only professional nursing association dedicated to the practice of medical-surgical nursing. AMSN promotes excellence in medical-surgical nursing, the largest nursing specialty in the world. AMSN has 13,000 members who are devoted to improving their practice and connecting within the med-surg community.
In addition to professional membership, AMSN offers educational opportunities such as webinars and opportunities of online learning for CE hours, a podcast called Med-Surg Moments - The AMSN Podcast, publications such as Med-Surg Nursing Journal and MedSurg Matters!, awards, grants, and scholarships. Registered nurses can also obtain our medical-surgical nursing certification – Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN®) – which is facilitated by our Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (MSNCB). Currently, over 37,000 nurses hold this certification. Finally, we extend the opportunity to medical-surgical nursing units around the globe to apply on a rolling basis for our prestigious AMSN PRISM Award®, which recognizes excellence in the specialty of medical-surgical nursing.
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