American Pediatric Surgical Nurses Association, Inc.

At APSNA, we strive to be the voice that shapes pediatric surgical nursing through advocacy, collaboration, mentorship and leadership. Based on a foundation of research, education and innovation, we will transform care delivery for pediatric surgical patients. 💪🏼💙

Join APSNA today: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

July is dedicated to National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month, focusing on spreading awareness and enhancing understanding of orofacial clefts.

For more information visit: https://bit.ly/44ikyc6

Nominate a colleague for the Spotlight Award! 🏆

The APSNA Spotlight Award is presented on a quarterly basis. Its aim is to acknowledge an APSNA member who goes above and beyond in their involvement in pediatric surgery, exceeding typical job expectations.

Nominations are accepted throughout the year. For more information visit: https://bit.ly/2Uz2CLn

Are you interested in becoming more involved with APSNA? 🤝🏼

We are on the lookout for APSNA Members who want to work together, come up with new ideas, and are eager to contribute to the organization's 34th Annual Scientific Conference in 2025.

➡️ Interested in joining the Program Committee? Visit: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

Red, white and nurse blue! ❤️🤍💙

Happy 4th of July from APSNA! Honoring those who serve both on the frontlines and in our communities. 🩺

📣 Advertise with APSNA!

APSNA’s website serves as a fantastic platform to connect with the individuals you aim to recruit. The "Career Openings" section is accessible to both the general public and our members - exactly who you’re looking to reach!

For more information visit: https://bit.ly/3zpJS5n

APSNA President Lori Lynch had the pleasure of attending the American Nurses Association ANA annual Membership Meeting and had the opportunity to go to Capitol Hill yesterday, to support and protect nurses’ rights. 🩺🤝🏼

APSNA, Inc. is one of 501 professional nursing organizations involved with the advancement and protection of the profession in nursing. APSNA was invited to support ANA's mission. An amazing opportunity! Thank you for having us. 💙

Pictured here: APSNA President Lori Lynch and Dr. Ernest Grant, 36th President of ANA

Attention APSNA members! 📣

As the leader in pediatric surgical nursing, we offer expert developed, evidence-based, continuing education on a wide range of topics.

💻 Our online webinar series is affordable and accessible all day, every day. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

APSNA is proud to be partnered up with Epic Deals to provide our members savings on Hotels, Theme Parks, Movie Tickets, Concerts and Sporting Events!

➡️ Be sure to check out the weekly deals here: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

Are you ready to meet your Mentor/Mentee match? 🤝🏼

The APSNA Clinical Mentorship Program connects motivated, less-experienced APSNA members with more-experienced APSNA members who are leaders and experts in pediatric surgery.

We are currently looking for mentors with at least 3-4 years of pediatric surgical nursing experience and motivated mentees!

Get involved today at: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

Check out some of the highlights from the APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference in Las Vegas, NV last month. If you have any photos, be sure to tag us so we can repost. 💙⠀
What was your favorite part of the conference? Let us know in the comments below. ⬇️ ⠀

📣 Be sure to check out the latest edition of News You Can Use!

It's the best way to stay up to date with all things APSNA. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

Happy LGBTQ+ Pride Month from APSNA! 🏳️‍🌈 We are proud to be celebrating the achievements of all individuals for their contributions to the gay rights and civil rights movement.

Love is love. ❤️

APSNA would like to give a huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended our 33rd Annual Scientific Conference in Las Vegas, NV last week! 🩺💙

What was your favorite part of conference? Let us know in the comments below. ⬇️

Happy Day 2 of the APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference! 🩺💙

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for the Fun Walk! We hope this got your mental 🧠 and physical 💪🏼 juices flowing before our last day of conference.

Don't forget to tag us in all of your photos with the so we can repost!

Welcome to Day 1 of the APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference! 🩺💙

We are so happy to be here with all of you in sunny ☀️ Nevada. We look forward to two days of networking and education with healthcare leaders and professionals working in the pediatric surgical industry.

Tag us in all of your photos with the so we can re-post!

Please join us as we welcome the following individuals as guest speakers for the upcoming APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference! 🩺💙

✨ Stephanie Vyrostek MHA, BSN, RN-Hirshsprungs Disease Basics
✨ Sandra Weszelitis DNP, APRN-FPA, APRNFA-Quality of Life After Gastrostomy Tube Placement in the Pediatric Population
✨ Kristin Wharton CPNC AC/PC-Experiences with GSW in Pediatrics
✨ Lauren Yegerlehner MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC-What’s Heat Got to Do With It?

Don't miss out! Last chance to register: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

Take advantage of the EBG Epic Deals during our 33rd Annual Conference in Las Vegas! Get discounts on tickets 🎟️ for The Sphere Experience, Blue Man Group, Cirque Du Sol and more.

Check them out here: https://bit.ly/44lcrw2

Please join us as we welcome the following individuals as guest speakers for the upcoming APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference! 🩺💙

✨ Dr. Constance Austin Quezada-A Trauma Informed Approach to Acute Care of Pediatric Trauma Patients
✨ Debra Skultety-Robinson DNP, RN-Creating Relationships to Improve Patient Care and Outcomes
✨ Marissa Terry DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC-Barriers to Aroma Therapy

Don't miss out! Register today at: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

Join us for the fun walk on May 31st! What a great way to get our mental and physical juices flowing before the 2nd day of the conference!

The walk is scheduled from 6:15–6:45am. The cost is $35.00 and supports the APSNA scholarship fund. T-shirt included. You can add this while registering for the conference. Secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

APSNA would like to put the spotlight on our 33rd Annual Scientific Conference sponsor 2XL Imaging. Thank you for supporting us and our work as pediatric surgical nurses. Your support helps make all of this possible! 🩺💙

Learn more about 2XL Imaging here: https://bit.ly/3wofszq

We are still seeking additional sponsors from companies who promote wound healing, trauma prevention and care, pharmaceuticals, ostomy care, gastric tube care, resiliency, and general care of the surgical pediatric patient.

Become an exhibitor today at: https://bit.ly/3VJmF7h

Donate an item to our Conference Raffle Prize! 🎟️

This annual raffle supports the vision of APSNA to be the leading authority for the nursing care of pediatric surgical patients.

If you would like to donate an item, please complete this form here: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

Please join us as we welcome the following individuals as guest speakers for the upcoming APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference! 🩺💙

✨ Mayra Garcia, DNP, APRN, PCNA-BC, EBP-C - Mastering the Art of Academic Publishing

✨ Shannon McCarthy, MSN, CRNP, CPNP-AC, CPN - Role of Pediatric Surgery in Pediatric Pancreatic Tumors

✨ Dr. David Mann Powell - Teaching Versus Telling

Don't miss out! Register today at: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

The APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference is only TWO weeks away! 🩺

Join us in sunny Nevada at the Harrah's in Las Vegas from May 30-31 for two days of networking and education. This conference is designed for health care leaders and professionals working in pediatric surgical settings.

Secure your spot today at: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

APSNA would like to put the spotlight on our 33rd Annual Scientific Conference sponsor Specialty Surgical Products. Thank you for supporting us and our work as pediatric surgical nurses. Your support helps make all of this possible! 🩺💙

Learn more about Specialty Surgical Products here: https://bit.ly/3QBCqd8

We are still seeking additional sponsors from companies who promote wound healing, trauma prevention and care, pharmaceuticals, ostomy care, gastric tube care, resiliency, and general care of the surgical pediatric patient.

Become an exhibitor today at: https://bit.ly/3VJmF7h

The upcoming APSNA 33rd Scientific Conference is right around the corner! We would love to have additional exhibitors that support our work as pediatric surgical nurses.
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We are seeking companies who promote wound healing, trauma prevention and care, pharmaceuticals, ostomy care, gastric tube care, resiliency and general care of the surgical pediatric patient.

Become an exhibitor today at: https://bit.ly/3VJmF7h

Please join us as we welcome the following individuals as guest speakers for the upcoming APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference! 🩺💙

✨ Sarah Driesbach, MS, FNP-Bowel Management for the Pediatric Colorectal Surgery Patient

✨ Dr. Vincent Duron-Update on Fetal Surgery

✨ Meghan Fisher, BSN, RN, CWON -Basics of Wound & Ostomy Care

Don't miss out! Register today at: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX

Please join us as we welcome the following individuals as guest speakers for the upcoming APSNA 33rd Annual Scientific Conference! 🩺💙

✨ Kelly Barktus, MSN, RN, CPNP-C-Non-Operative Management of Pectus Excavatum
✨ Cassandra Crifasi, PhD, MPH-Understanding and Reducing Violence Among Adolescents
and Emerging Adults
✨ Michael Claro Dejos, PharmD MBA- All-In for Antibiotics: Safeguarding Pediatric Patients in the Perioperative Setting

Don't miss out! Register today at: https://bit.ly/2Vg5WeX