American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners - AAENP

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"AAENP is the leading national organization for Emergency NPs or NPs working in emergency/urgent settings. Great resources for students and professionals from all levels of expertise!" - Susanna D., CRNP, AAENP member in Alabama

📸 Photo Credit: Huntsville Hospital Foundation

Nicole Martinez, PhD, RN, shares an insightful guest editorial in the Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal on the critical need for robust research in emergency departments (EDs). Research drives advancements in treatment, optimizes protocols, and prepares us for future health crises. Investing in ED research is essential for improving patient outcomes and the future of healthcare.

In her editorial, Dr. Martinez calls for prioritizing and supporting research initiatives within the ED, highlighting how these efforts can lead to innovative solutions and enhance the quality of care delivered to patients.

📖 Read the Full Editorial Here: https://journals.lww.com/aenjournal/fulltext/2024/04000/guest_editorial__the_time_is_now__a_call_for.1.aspx

As a member of the American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners (AAENP), you'll unlock a wealth of resources and discounts designed to support your professional growth and work/life balance. Take a sneak peek at what you can enjoy >>

Ready to elevate your practice and join a thriving community of emergency nurse practitioners? Join AAENP today and start leveraging these amazing benefits: https://www.aaenp-natl.org/membership-information

📣 Attention AAENP Members! Are you looking to serve your community by positively impacting policy and advocacy, supporting emergency nurse practitioner practice, and enhancing the quality of emergency healthcare nationwide? Consider applying to an AAENP Leadership position!

We are seeking qualified candidates for key leadership positions:

🔹 Three (3) Board of Directors
🔹 One (1) Secretary/Treasurer (Must be a current Board Member)
🔹 Two (2) Nominations and Elections Committee Members

Interested? Submit your application by August 9, 2024, at noon CST - https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/713b24f42b7640eab3f8e5183b5da8c9

Make a difference. Lead with AAENP. 💪

A huge shoutout to New York State AAENP member Lucia Amendano, DNP, FNP-BC, ENP-C, for being recognized as the NP of the Year by the New York State Nurse Practitioner Association! 🌟👏

Read more about Lucia and her incredible achievements here: https://www.thenpa.org/page/24AwardsRec?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2jjfR4n7RdwP8JxRM59gTJRNH2z1BC91CF6IjGs0SOsN8FMzgoc3qPB8s_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

🩺 AAENP advocates for excellence in emergency care. Our mission is to support nurse practitioners providing emergency care for patients of all ages and acuities.

Learn more about our advocacy efforts and how you can get involved: https://www.aaenp-natl.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=123:advocacy&catid=20:site-content&Itemid=173

One of the core goals of AAENP is to provide you with strategies to better leverage your workforce and maximize efficiencies in emergency medicine. We are proud to partner with ThriveAP to support post-graduate transition to practice for APPs and provide resources like this on-demand webinar, offering invaluable insights to promote system sustainability.

📽️ WATCH NOW: https://www.thriveap.com/strategies-to-leverage-apps-in-emergency-medicine-for-organizational-success

✨ AAENP members have access to unlimited resources like this to enhance their practice and stay ahead in the field. Not a member yet? Join today and unlock a world of knowledge and support!

It's National Heatstroke Prevention Month! As global temperatures continue to climb, heat-related illnesses, particularly heatstroke, are becoming an increasingly urgent public health issue.

Learn about Tarp-Assisted Cooling with Oscillation (TACO), an effective treatment ideal for emergency departments:
🔹 TACO is an effective method for emergency departments.
🔹 Requires 30-40 gallons of ice water, a tarp, and staff to oscillate the water over the patient.

Read this article from the Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal, written by AAENP member Lucy Tucker, to get the full details on implementing TACO and why it’s vital for EDs to be prepared.

🔗 https://journals.lww.com/aenjournal/abstract/2023/07000/heatstroke_on_the_rise__a_guide_to_implementing.8.aspx

📝 We Want Your Input! 📊

As we prepare for future AAENP educational offerings, we want to know what our members prefer. Your feedback is crucial in helping us tailor our programs to better suit your needs and interests.

Please take just 3 minutes to answer 3 short questions and share your preferences. Your input makes a difference!

🔗 Tell us your preferences: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y9NGHF8

How sweet was this year's conference celebrating 10 amazing years of AAENP?! 🧁 We’re incredibly proud of how far we've come, and we're even more excited about the future. Our recent conference was a testament to the dedication and passion of our members, and we can't wait to show you what all we have in store for our 2025 conference.

Speaking of 2025....on March 14-16 we're headed to Dallas, Texas, where everything is bigger and better! 🎉 Join us as we continue to grow and expand our reach to achieve even greater things together. Tell all your ENP friends to join the journey and be part of the excitement!

Together, we can make 2025 our BIGGEST and most exciting year yet!

🌟 We're expanding our team of State Representatives! AAENP State Representatives are essential connections to our members and actively support the values and mission of the organization.

While we welcome additional reps from all areas, the following state needs are currently the greatest: Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. If interested, please apply through the AAENP website: https://www.aaenp-natl.org

💡 Maximize Your AAENP Membership Benefits!

Unlock exclusive resources and discounts designed to support your clinical practice and professional growth. As an AAENP member, you gain access to:

🩺 Certification Prep & Exam Discounts
🩺 Continued Clinical Learning
🩺 Specialized Training Tools
🩺 Professional Connections & Networking

Join AAENP today and take advantage of these benefits to elevate your practice and enhance your career.

🔗 Learn More: https://www.aaenp-natl.org/membership-information

🌟 Exciting News from AAENP! 🌟

We're thrilled to announce our **first ever elections**, marking a monumental milestone in AAENP's journey. Over the past decade, we've grown tremendously, thanks to the dedication and passion of our incredible community. Now, as we look towards the next ten years, we need YOU to help shape our future.

Nominate here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/713b24f42b7640eab3f8e5183b5da8c9

We're seeking enthusiastic members to step up and fill the following positions:

- Three Directors

- One Secretary/Treasurer

- Two Nominations and Elections Committee Members

Your participation is crucial as we continue to advance the practice and support of emergency nurse practitioners. This is your chance to make a lasting impact and contribute to the growth and success of our association

Let's come together and make this election a true reflection of our vibrant and dedicated community. Nominate yourself or encourage a fellow member to run for a position. Together, we can build a stronger, more dynamic AAENP.

Nominate here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/713b24f42b7640eab3f8e5183b5da8c9

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Have you attended an AAENP Journal Club yet? These one-hour webinars offer review & discussion of recent Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal articles with peers & experts.

The next Journal Club session is on Tuesday, August 13th, from 8-9 pm EST. They will be discussing two articles mentioned in the most recent AENJ issue:

🔵 Mammalian Bites: Learn about the management of mammalian bites in the emergency department, as highlighted in the recent AENJ article by Ryan Holley-Mallo
🔵 Lumbar Puncture: Dive into the latest practices and techniques for performing lumbar punctures, discussed in the article by Meg Carman

Earn CEs while you enhance your knowledge and skills. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, share, and grow with your AAENP community.

🔗 Learn more: https://journals.lww.com/aenjournal/pages/default.aspx

Happy 4th of July from AAENP! As you celebrate with family and friends, remember to stay safe and hydrated in the heat. Heat-related illnesses can be serious, so take precautions: drink plenty of water, take breaks in the shade, and keep an eye on each other.

Have a wonderful and safe Independence Day! 🎇

it’s the last day at ! Come see us at Booth 326 where we are celebrating 10 years of AAENP with give aways & birthday cake.

Join AAENP in Nashville for the 2024 AANP National Conference. Visit us in Exhibit Hall Booth # 326! Come Celebrate our 10th anniversary complete with birthday cake, party favors, and your ENP colleagues!

Join fellow AAENP members for a town hall meeting with AAENP President Melanie Hallman. Updates on the current activities and future initiatives of AAENP will be given. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcsd-2hpz4uG9xWoVPeKI0Hlcw5jPJAndP0 #/registration

Attending the AANP conference in Nashville next month? Stop by Booth 326 to greet your AAENP colleagues & enter for daily prize drawings.

Chivas is from Houston, Texas where he works as an EMS Nurse Practitioner and Vice President of Clinical Services for Harris County Emergency Corps. Working closely with the Medical Director, Chivas leads 150 uniformed field staff members (mostly Paramedics). Read more about Chivas in our May Newsletter: https://association-revenue-partners.scoop.it/nl/view/7nqgkr?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3-spwDmkuTReVlAe4vgx0kr-d4QI28A96YAPLfmYAD7j97mJ_YsZovqNk_aem_AQmXCFUqERpePPCT5jVV-3BVvvatpNXBCBbe1isrE-oIPgRZdnbXJa2C6ez1FuGNhTNBmoK2KHSyZvCancp7-jpi

This week as always, AAENP applauds our NP colleagues in EMS. Did you know that there is a Special Interest Group at AAENP focused entirely on EMS practice? Make sure you’ve seen the Position Statement published supporting this unique role:https://aaenp.memberclicks.net/assets/docs/NP%20in%20EMS%20Role%20Position%20Statement_Approved051022.pdf

Meet AAENP member Chris Parker

Chris serves as a Paramedic Practitioner & the Education and Professional Development Coordinator for Austin/Travis County EMS. I am the only Paramedic/ Emergency Nurse Practitioner in our system. I truly have the best job ever! Read more of Chris’s story in our May Newsletter: https://association-revenue-partners.scoop.it/nl/view/7nqgkr

AAENP values your hard work and dedication to patient care in the unique challenges faced in your profession and in the field. Thank you for all you do!

Explore the Free CE available in our Members Only Continuing Education Center! Here you will find a wide variety of presentations including mental health topics such as Pediatric Behavioral Health Emergencies. Go to https://www.aaenp-natl.org/ce-center

Join AAENP in Nashville for the 2024 AANP National Conference. Come Visit us in the Exhibit Hall at Booth # 326!

Make plans now to join us for the next AENJ/AAENP Journal Club on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from 7-8 pm CDT (5:00 p.m.to 6:00 p.m. PST) via zoom. Dr. Wesley Davis and Dr. Nicole Martinez, Associate Editors, will serve as the moderators for this event. The following articles will be discussed:

• May, Erica DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AG-ACNP-BC, ENP-C. (2023). Recognition of cutaneous symptoms of common tick-borne illness in the emergency department. Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal 45(4), 275-284, DOI: 10.1097/TME.0000000000000488
• Obeso-Martinez, Ida, DNP, RN. (2023). Low-dose electrocution and atrial fibrillation. Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal 45(4), 295-300. DOI: 10.1097/TME.0000000000000484

Register now! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MvY3cRm4SR2W00Fy0ZKRNg #/registration

AAENP will offer a FREE WEBINAR on April 9th at 6pm CST for a presentation on “Addressing Sexual Violence in the Emergency Department: A Guide for Healthcare Providers”. 1 hour of FREE CE will be available for AAENP members at this webinar, but anyone is free to attend. Register for the webinar here: https://aaenp.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=150&Itemid=115&year=2024&month=04&day=09&title=addressing-sexual-violence-in-the-emergency-department-a-guide-for-healthcare-providers&uid=9f8407c67fc754de180150a1e4d5a85e