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    • 23 Mar 2023
    • 4:00 PM
    • Virtual
    Register


    Caring for Gender & Sexual Minorities
    in Healthcare


    March 23, 2023
    4:00 - 5:00 pm

    FREE Virtual Event



    Presented by:
    Shayna Smith, BSN, RN

    Join us to learn about improving the care of patients who identify as belonging to a gender and/or sexual minority.

    Gender and sexual minority patients encounter many barriers and challenges in accessing and receiving care.

    You will hear strategies to address common barriers faced by the population. 


    1 Continuing Nursing Professional Contact Hour will be awarded 

    Connecticut Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation


    • 29 Mar 2023
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Virtual
    Register

    Legislative Education &Advocacy Day

    for Nurses


    March 29, 2023
    9 am - 12 noon

    Virtual Event!


    What's on the agenda:

      • Hear from CT Nurses Leaders about national and state level nursing and healthcare issues
      • Review proposed bills in the 2023 Legislative Session of the CT General Assembly that impact nursing and public health
      • Identify three ways you can take action to impact the legislative process


               

    Connecticut Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

    A0503 - Approver Number

    • 12 Apr 2023
    • 10:30 AM (UTC-04:00)
    • Legislative Office Building, Hartford, CT
    Register

    Nurses Day at the Capitol 


    Nurses Day at the Capitol Video
    (check out what the day is all about)


    Big issues for nursing being addressed this year including staffing, workplace violence, and title Nurse protection to name a few!

    Join us at the Capitol to let the legislators know we need change!

    Nurses Care for Connecticut!


    Wednesday April 12th, 2023

    Legislative Office Building

    10:00 am Meet Up

     Check-In, get bags, swag and issue one pagers

    Review agenda for the day

    Hear from Legislators


    11:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Group Picture

    Individual meetings with legislators

    Walk the concourse/nursing tables

    Tour the Capitol

    Check out the day's events


    Members attend for FREE but must register. 

    Non Members $10

    Please contact virginia@ctnurses.org with any registration issues.


    Please wear RED
     
    If you would like to wear your stethoscope please do so!


    • 19 Apr 2023
    • 7:45 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Virtual Webinar
    Register


    • 2023 Spring

    • School Nurse Supervisor Conference

    • Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE)

    •  Wednesday April 19, 2023 
      8:00 AM - 12:00 PM



    • Program Presented by:
    • Chlo-Anne Bobrowski, MSN, RN
      Education Manager for School Health and Family Services, CSDE

      Join in to hear updates and current issues discussions and trends relevant to  School Nurse Supervisors, School Nurses and Medical Advisers

    Draft Agenda

    • Immunizations 
    • School Health Survey Update 
    • Legislative Updates - busy session!
    • Institute of Medicine: Future of Nursing, School Nurse, Advancing equity, addressing disparities
    • Endometriosis awareness
    *Registration includes 2 hours of on demand Continuing Nursing Education Content to fulfill your Suicide/Mental Health Training requirements for the State of Connecticut*


    Continuing Education: 

    Contact Hours will be be awarded for the live event, upon attendance and completion of evaluation


    *Event Will Be Recorded and Available after the live presentation until 6/30/2023*

    Questions: Please call 203-238-1207 x 1 or  email  Virginia@ctnurses.org

           Connecticut Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

    The Connecticut State Department of Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons.  The Connecticut State Department of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.  The Connecticut State Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.  Inquiries regarding the Connecticut State Department of Education’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Levy Gillespie, Equal Employment Opportunity Director/Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, Connecticut State Department of Education, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Suite 607, Hartford, CT 06103, 860-807-2071, Levy.Gillespie@ct.gov.


    • 27 Apr 2023
    • 8:15 AM
    • 5 May 2023
    • 12:30 PM
    • virtual

    Spring 2023:
    New School Nurse Orientation
     



    April 27, 2022, Part 1 (Zoom)

    May 4, 2023, Part 2 (Zoom)

    Online Self- Paced Modules

    8: 30 am - 12:30 pm

    Log in begins at 8:15 am

    Presented by
    Dr. Stephanie Knutson, RN, School Health Expert
     


    This professional learning opportunity, designed specifically for school nurses, will provide an overview of legal requirements, standards of practice and competencies for school nurses, supervisory issues, and the school nurse’s role in student achievement, special education, and academic success. Participants will learn state laws and regulations regarding school health; medication regulations; state mandates for immunizations, health assessments, and screenings; documentation in school health services; special education; Section 504; and supporting students during COVID-19.

    Audience

    • School Nurses
    • Early career school nurses
    • School nurse supervisor
    • Lead school nurses
    • Directors of special education/pupil services
    • School medical advisors
    Requirements:
    • Live Facilitated virtual session on May 4 at 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
    • Complete Online Self Paced Modules (12 hours)
    • Live Facilitated virtual session on March 15 at 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

                            

    Connecticut Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing
    Center’s Commission on Accreditation

    • 28 Apr 2023
    • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Mercy by the Sea Retreat Center 167 Neck Road Madison, CT

    Jointly Provided with 
    CT Collaborative Chapters of the American Holistic Nurses Association


    Frequency Rising:
    Energizing Holistic Nursing

    Friday, April 28, 2023
    8:30 a- 5:00 p


    Mercy by the Sea Retreat Center
    167 Neck Road Madison, CT 06443


    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER


    Spend the day by the water showing self-love and care!


    See Conference Brochure here


    Agenda

    Calling the Directions Centering
    Jan Lucier MSN, RN, HN-BC
    Becoming the Artist & Dreamer of Your Life
    Jan Lucier MSN, RN, HN-BC
    Self-Care and Self-Empowerment through Energy Awareness
    Nancy Reuben, MD
    Sound: A Holistic Approach to Healing
    Kelvin Young
    Brennan Healing Science: Contact is the Holy Grail of Healing
    Hillary Oat
    Introduction to Forest bathing: Natures Free Therapy
    Dhani Collins
    Together In Rhythm: Group Drumming for Health & Happiness
    Mark Zarrillo

    6 Professional Development Contact hours
    will be awarded for this event


    Connecticut Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the
    American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation



    • 29 Apr 2023
    • 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Virtual
    Register

    Prepare for the NCLEX
    Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy


    Virtual

    Saturday April 29, 2023
    9:00 am - 3:00 pm Workshop

    (8:30-9:00 am Check-In)


    Resource materials and Manning's book will be shipped directly to you!

    Be sure to use your CURRENT mailing address


    Note: If registering after April 19th
    the materials will not arrive in the mail until after the presentation on April 29th


    Presented By:

    Loretta Manning, MSN, RN, GNP                     

      I  C A N  P U B L I S H I N G , I N C

    Loretta’s nursing education expertise is in the areas of NCLEX®, test-item writing, conceptual teaching, clinical decision making, pharmacology focusing on integrating patient safety and the Joint Commission Standards.  She has worked both nationally and internationally as an educator, consultant, and facilitator for NCLEX® student and faculty preparation. Loretta is the co-author of nine books and has received several awards for outstanding teaching, clinical instruction, and student support.

    Students will learn studying tricks to remember important information, such as:

    *Organizing your pharmacology content to maximize study time
    *Labs for specific medications
    *Medication interactions
    *Undesirable effects
    *Prioritizing medications
    *Students will learn testing and strategies to lead to success by       
    *Reviewing questions and strategies to select correct answers


    Connecticut Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional 
    development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
    Provider Number - P0503


    • 2 May 2023
    • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    • Free Virtual Event
    Register

    RETIRED NURSES EVENT

    Tuesday
    May 2, 2023

    1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Be Informed ….. Stay Engaged!

    The Connecticut Nurses' Association is pleased to support the
    Retired Nurses' Group.
     

    Receive up to date information about what is happening!

    Our Spring meeting with feature:
    More information to follow


    We meet twice a year in May and October to discuss the happenings around the state and how to stay involved as a retired nurse! 

    Registration is required to receive the online link.

    To keep up with social distancing and to keep everyone safe we will be having our
    meeting virtually.  

    Computer or smartphone is required to join the meeting.

    For more information email membership@ctnurses.org 

    • 4 May 2023
    • 18 May 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • virtual
    Register

    School Nurse Training: 
    Supporting Students with Mental Health Issues in the School Setting


    Thursday May 4, 2023, Part 1 (Zoom)

    Thursday May 18, 2023, Part 2 (Zoom)

    6 PM - 7:30 pm
    Log in begins at 5:50 pm

    Are you a member of the school heath team who supports students with social, emotional, behavioral and mental health issues? Then this live virtual training may be for you!

    In this training, you will learn about common mental health issues, and how to apply interventions and strategies to support students in the school setting. As a member of the school health team, you will engage in facilitated and interactive discussions to enhance  competency in promoting student mental health, and managing the needs of students with or at risk for emotional and behavioral difficulties that may interfere with learning.

    Audience

    • School Nurses
    • School Nurse Supervisors
    • School Social Workers
    • School Health Services Team

    Course Facilitators

    • Zoey Walker, MSN, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- BC
    • Dr. Stephanie Knutson, RN, School Health Expert 

    Requirements:

    • Live Facilitated virtual session on March 1, 2023 (90 minutes)
    • Complete Online Self Paced Modules (12 hours)
    • Live Facilitated virtual session on March 15, 2023 (90 minutes)


                            

    • 16 Jun 2023
    • Connecticut Nurses Association

    Become a part of CT Nurses Association leadership!

    CONNECTICUT NURSES' ASSOCIATION
    CALL FOR OPEN BOARD AND COMMITTEE POSITIONS

    Deadline June 15th



    CLICK HERE to Submit your Name/ Nomination

    All Connecticut Nurses’ Association members are invited to become more involved by seeking out a volunteer leadership position on one of our  Committees and Boards.

    Serving as a volunteer leader offers great opportunities to build your professional network with other nursing professionals from across the state. In addition, volunteer leadership provides a necessary level of support to Connecticut Nurses Association by participating in the association’s governance.

    Connecticut Nurses Association Board of Directors, has opened its Open Call  for the following positions Committees and Boards:
     Membership Elected Positions

    (click to learn more about positions)

    • CT Nurses Association Board of Directors
      * Vice President (1)
      * Secretary (1)
    • Nomination Committee (3)
    Board Appointed Opportunities

    (click to learn more about opportunities)

    • Government Relations Committee
    • Educational Program Reviewer
    • Finance Committee
    • Governance Committee (Bylaws)

    Current members may nominate themselves and/or others to be considered for Committee or Board positions.  all nomination materials must be received by 5:00 pm ET on June 15, 2023


    To Submit your Name/ Nomination :

    Once all your forms are complete, please upload them by

    CLICK HERE to Submit 


      QUESTIONS: membership@ctnurses.org

      Thank you for considering this opportunity!


      • 16 Jun 2023
      • Connecticut Nurses Association


      Award Nominations are Open!

      Deadline June 15th

      Connecticut Nurses' Association's Awards Program celebrates accomplishments of individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to nursing, health care policy, media presentations of nurses and nursing and to the association.

      CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION 

      To learn more about the Awards click links below.

      1. Diamond Jubilee Awards
        1. Contributions to Nursing Education
        2. Contributions to Nursing Research
        3. Contributions to Nursing Administration
        4. Contributions to Nursing through Political Action
        5. Contributions to Nursing Practice
        6. Contributions and Service to CT Nurses Association
        7. Lifetime Achievement Award
      2. Connecticut Nurses Association Awards

      1. Excellence in the Workplace

      2. President's Award

      3. Media Award

      4. Public Service Award

      Award nominations application include the submission of the following documents. Please be sure to have all documents before you submit the nomination.

      CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION 

      Award Nomination Procedure

      1. Each nomination and its supporting documentation must be submitted by June 15th. 
      2. Nominations may be made of an individual, group or an organization.
      3. Each nomination must include the following TYPED information:
        • For an individual - a C.V., which includes the candidate’s educational and professional background; professional and community activities; and other pertinent biographical information, must be submitted.
        • In the case of a group of individuals or an organization as nominees, a description of the group or the organization, its history, purpose and function, must be submitted.
        • A narrative statement by the sponsor/nominator outlining the accomplishments of the nominee and how these meet the established criteria for the award.
        • Nominators must supply at least one, but no more than three letters of support for the nomination.
      4. All nominations become the property of the Connecticut Nurses’ Association.
      5. CNA reserves the right to request further information related to a nomination.
      6. Incomplete nominations will not be considered.
      7. Nominators will be notified of the Committee’s decision, and offered opportunity to register for AWARDS event to present the AWARD.
      8. Award does not have to be given every year, but when candidate(s) is identified or recommended for recognition.
      9. More than one award may be given in a calendar year.


      CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATEE



    Past events

    16 Mar 2023 Safe Staffing Bill Review - Write Testimony
    15 Mar 2023 School Nurse Training: Supporting Students with Mental Health Issues in the School Setting
    10 Mar 2023 Mastering the ANCC criteria - March 2023 update
    12 Dec 2022 NEW SCHOOL NURSE ORIENTATION
    1 Dec 2022 Legislative Boot Camp
    30 Nov 2022 2022 Fall School Nurse Supervisor Conference
    10 Nov 2022 CT Nurses 2022 Awards Celebration
    9 Nov 2022 Excellence in Professional Development: Designing Quality Educational Activities
    4 Oct 2022 Virtual Fall Retired Nurses Group Event 2022
    27 Sep 2022 Annual Membership Meeting 2022
    17 Aug 2022 CT Pandemic Pay Program for Essential Workers
    27 Jul 2022 Award Nomination Submissions
    15 Jul 2022 Board & Committee Nominations
    1 Jun 2022 Dialogue Forum: Nurse Staffing
    25 May 2022 Dialogue Forum: Workplace Violence & Bullying
    19 May 2022 Future Paths in Nursing: Health, Wellness, and Coaching
    18 May 2022 Dialogue Forum: Climate Change & Health
    12 May 2022 Integrative Approaches to Nursing: Professional Choices, Personal Well-Being
    3 May 2022 Virtual Spring Retired Nurses Group Event 2022
    21 Apr 2022 Understanding and Addressing Nurse Staffing in Hospitals
    6 Apr 2022 2022 Spring School Nurse Supervisor Conference
    2 Apr 2022 Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy
    1 Apr 2022 Legislative Education and Advocacy for Nurses
    28 Mar 2022 You are Invited to a Conversation with Congressman Courtney
    11 Mar 2022 Mastering the Criteria: Annual ANCC Update on Nursing Continuing Professional Development
    27 Jan 2022 The Suicide Crisis, PTSD, & Mental Health Issues for Nurses: Honing Suicide Risk Identification Skills and Preventive Actions
    26 Jan 2022 Legislative Boot Camp
    20 Jan 2022 Unity Through Our Differences~ Moving Forward
    20 Jan 2022 Climate Change & Our Health: From Education to Action
    13 Jan 2022 The Suicide Crisis, PTSD, & Mental Health Issues for Nurses: Building Strength & Resiliency
    1 Dec 2021 2021 New School Nurse Orientation
    12 Nov 2021 Mastering the Criteria: Annual ANCC Update on Nursing Continuing Professional Development
    11 Nov 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: A Salute to Military Nurses
    19 Oct 2021 CT Nurses 2021 Awards Celebration
    13 Oct 2021 Annual Convention ~ Unity Through Our Differences
    5 Oct 2021 Virtual Fall Retired Nurses Group Event 2021
    3 Oct 2021 Fall Convention & Awards Celebration Sponsor/Exhibitor Opportunities
    28 Sep 2021 Annual Membership Meeting 2021
    9 Sep 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: All About APRNs
    5 Aug 2021 Student Loans, Budgeting, and Debt Management
    22 Jul 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: The Many Faces of Home Care Nurses
    16 Jul 2021 Board & Committee Nominations
    15 Jul 2021 Forever chemicals PFAS: Impacts on our health and our world
    24 Jun 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: Growing Your Career in Place
    1 Jun 2021 2021 Spring School Nurse Supervisor Conference
    27 May 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: Landing the job and Starting your Career
    13 May 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: Nurses Working in Unique Settings
    4 May 2021 Nurses Special Interest Group: Racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
    4 May 2021 Virtual Spring Retired Nurses Group Event 2021
    29 Apr 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: Nurses Working in Community Settings
    15 Apr 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: Nurses working in Hospital Settings
    10 Apr 2021 Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy
    8 Apr 2021 Nursing Pathways & Opportunities: Where to Begin
    1 Apr 2021 Legislative Education and Advocacy for Nurses
    31 Mar 2021 ANCC Nursing Continuing Professional Development Workshop
    23 Feb 2021 Membership Monthly Meeting
    18 Feb 2021 HeartMath Tools of Self-Care, Patient Care, and Resiliency
    4 Feb 2021 COVID-19 VACCINE: What You Need To Know Navigating the System
    28 Jan 2021 COVID-19 VACCINE Administration: What you Need to Know – More than a Needle in the Arm
    27 Jan 2021 COVID-19 VACCINE: Nurse to Nurse Chat
    20 Jan 2021 Annual Convention ~ The Art and Science of Supporting Patients with Life-Limiting Illness: A guide for patient, family, and self-care.
    17 Dec 2020 Spiritual Health: First Aid for Nurses
    8 Dec 2020 Legislative Boot Camp
    7 Dec 2020 Virtual New School Nurse Orientation
    3 Dec 2020 Healthy Homes and Environments: Simple Steps to Empower Nurses to be Environmentally Conscious and Toxin Free
    12 Nov 2020 Stress-free Nutrition for Stressful Times
    10 Nov 2020 Environmental Health Nurses Special Interest Group
    9 Nov 2020 CT Nurses 2020 Awards Celebration
    6 Nov 2020 ANCC Nursing Continuing Professional Development Workshop
    5 Nov 2020 Who Takes Care of You? The Importance of Self-Care
    27 Oct 2020 Wellness for Nurses Webinar Series
    26 Oct 2020 Annual Membership Meeting 2020
    19 Oct 2020 Virtual Fall Retired Nurses Group Event 2020
    24 Sep 2020 Healing with the Arts
    17 Sep 2020 PPE for Your Mental Health
    14 Sep 2020 2020 CT Voting Process: Just the Facts
    20 Aug 2020 Finding Your Voice
    13 Aug 2020 Replenish at Work: Easy Practices to Promote Well-Being
    12 Aug 2020 2020 Fall School Nurse Supervisor Conference
    30 Jul 2020 Narrative Medicine
    23 Jul 2020 Nurse Entrepreneurship: No Better Time to Start A Business
    9 Jul 2020 Using Design Thinking to Create Nurse-led Innovations
    25 Jun 2020 Staying Above the Fray
    23 Jun 2020 Nurses together: Join a Support Group - Conversation
    21 Jun 2020 2020 Spring School Nurse Supervisor Conference
    16 Jun 2020 Aromatherapy for Self-Care
    28 May 2020 Raise Your Energy and Joy
    18 May 2020 Submit Award Nominations Extended to July 15th
    15 May 2020 Submit Board & Committee Nominations due July 1
    11 May 2020 Virtual Spring Retired Nurses Event 2020
    11 Apr 2020 Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy => Virtual
    25 Mar 2020 Virtual Legislative Education and Advocacy Day
    14 Mar 2020 Nurses Day at the Capitol!
    14 Mar 2020 Legislative Breakfast & Nurses Day at the Capitol!
    26 Feb 2020 Early Care in Education in Public School Settings - Considering the Role of the School Nurse
    3 Dec 2019 New School Nurse Workshop 2019
    26 Nov 2019 Nurse Specialty Organization Round Table and Legislative Boot Camp
    14 Nov 2019 Men in Nursing
    13 Nov 2019 Providing Successful Continuing Nursing Education
    8 Nov 2019 HAVEN Mandated Reporting of Healthcare Professionals
    30 Oct 2019 Awards Celebration 2019
    30 Oct 2019 Sponsorship/Exhibitor Opportunities Annual Convention ~ Human Trafficking
    30 Oct 2019 Annual Convention ~ Human Trafficking: What every nurse needs to know!
    21 Oct 2019 Fall Retired Nurses Event 2019
    24 Sep 2019 Annual Membership Meeting
    17 Sep 2019 2019 Fall School Nurse Supervisor Conference
    17 Jun 2019 The Health Impacts of Climate Change: What Nurses Need to Know!
    6 Jun 2019 Men in Nursing
    30 May 2019 School Nurses with PreK Programs Training
    14 May 2019 2019 Kickoff Meeting CNC AC!
    13 May 2019 Retired Nurses Event
    10 May 2019 2019 School Nurse Supervisor Annual Spring Conference
    30 Apr 2019 LPN Kick Off Meeting!
    27 Mar 2019 Legislative Education and Advocacy Day @ Goodwin College
    20 Mar 2019 Future of Nursing 2020-2030 Invitation to View Webinar Together
    20 Mar 2019 Legislative Education and Advocacy Day @ Quinnipiac University
    6 Mar 2019 Nurses Day at the Capitol!
    2 Nov 2018 Providing Successful Continuing Nursing Education: Mastering the ANCC Criteria
    15 Oct 2018 Retired Nurses Event
    10 Oct 2018 Awards Celebration
    10 Oct 2018 Annual Membership Meeting
    10 Oct 2018 2018 Convention
    28 Sep 2018 2018 Fall School Nurse Supervisor Conference