American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN)

Planning to attend AONL Boston? Be sure to visit AAACN at booth #438! Learn how our resources, education, and community can support your success in ambulatory care nursing.

Join us Tuesday, April 1 at 2:00 ET for an important discussion on MAT & the Role of Ambulatory RNs! Ambulatory care nurses play a critical role in addressing opioid use disorder (OUD). From risk assessment to determining buprenorphine use for chronic pain vs. OUD, and transitioning patients to medication-assisted treatment (MAT), your expertise is essential. Aleesa Mobley PhD APN CPHQ will deepen your understanding of this important topic and how it impacts patient care. No need to register, join us April 1. https://lnkd.in/evgqHrtt

I am excited to announce that the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN) has partnered with Vizient, Inc to help prepare new nurse graduates for their first nursing role in ambulatory care! Vizient’s exceptional Nurse Residency program will soon have ambulatory care-specific content through this partnership

Why does 2025 Program Planning Committee Chair, Leslie Giddens Robinson, DNP, MSN, RN believe ambulatory care nurses should attend the 50th Annual Conference. Early Bird Discount Ends April 9 – Register now and save! https://lnkd.in/g-Z3pcKH

Congratulations to our incredible Editor, Susan Fowler, and all the authors featured in the very first issue of the Journal of Ambulatory Care Nursing! This milestone marks an exciting new chapter for ambulatory care nursing, and we couldn’t be prouder.

Join us May 20-24, 2025, at the stunning Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina for a transformative event that will shape the future of ambulatory care nursing. Get ready for five days of insightful sessions, dynamic discussions, and unparalleled networking in a vibrant setting where care truly happens.

Communication was challenging in the late 70’s and early 80’s. Many of us cannot imagine a day without the internet, email, and smart phones, but AAACN continued to advance it’s goals despite communication challenges. Barbara Ragland White (1984 President) explained: “Back in the 80’s there was no internet, and so some of us worked at University settings that have libraries with journals, and we would summarize articles that we could find that might be relevant to ambulatory care nursing practice and publish those summaries in the Newsletter.” Newsletters would then be mailed to members eager to identify effective care models.

Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification isn’t just a credential—it’s a commitment to excellence. It validates your expertise, enhances patient outcomes, and elevates the entire profession. If you’re certified, congratulations on achieving this milestone! If you’re not yet certified, we offer plenty of resources to help you study, build your knowledge, and prepare you for the exam. https://conta.cc/3VlxTyv

A statement from the Inclusion and Belonging Committee: "This Neurodiversity Celebration Week, March 17-23, AAACN’s Inclusion and Belonging Committee takes the opportunity not only to support our neurodivergent colleagues and patients, but also to deepen our understanding of the strengths and challenges that come with neurodiversity. We recognize that neurodivergence is an essential part of human diversity. By fostering an inclusive and supportive care environment, all people can thrive, contribute their unique perspectives, and feel valued for who they are." https://conta.cc/4cTZzjB

Join us on Wednesday, March 19, for a networking call on the Primary Care Nursing Population Health Toolkit. Amy Michele Fulwood will explore a framework, tools, and resources to enhance patient outcomes and empower nurses to practice at the top of their education and competency. Don’t miss this chance to connect and learn! Deborah Cantlin, Cindy Garrett RN, BSN, MBA Join the call March 19 at 1:00 pm ET. https://lnkd.in/e6PiCJPP