The American Academy of Nursing serves the public and the nursing profession by advancing health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis, and dissemination of nursing knowledge. The Academy's 2,000 fellows are nursing's most accomplished leaders in education, management, practice and research. They have been recognized for their extraordinary contributions to nursing and health care.
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Thursday, May 16, 2013 12:00 AM |
The American Academy of Nursing Applauds Senate Confirmation of Tavenner as New CMS Administrator
The Academy applauds the US Senate for confirming Marilyn Tavenner as administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Last night’s vote was bipartisan and overwhelming.
Marilyn Tavenner, MHA, BSN, RN, has served as acting-administrator for CMS since 2011. Ms. Tavenner is the first confirmed administrator in seven years.
In a time of uncertainty, Ms. Tavenner is uniquely qualified for this position. She has a proven track record of leadership as a nurse, hospital administrator, and state government official.
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Last Updated on Thursday, May 16, 2013 09:02 AM |
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Thursday, April 25, 2013 12:00 AM |
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
More than 676,000 children were found to be victims of maltreatment in 2011. At least 1,770 children died from maltreatment and abuse in 2009. Over 80 percent were under the age of four.
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. While our obligation to protect children is year long, the American Academy of Nursing urges members of the healthcare community to evaluate and strengthen their initiatives to reduce child abuse.
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Last Updated on Friday, April 26, 2013 08:59 AM |
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Wednesday, April 24, 2013 12:00 AM |
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When a newborn is brought into this world, it is a wonderful occasion. Parents dream of their child walking for the first time, graduating from school, and starting their own family. Sadly, some parents will not realize such dreams.
Often overlooked and underfunded, pediatric palliative care is an important element in the US healthcare system. Properly prepared and trained healthcare professionals can help parents navigate through their worst nightmare: the death of their child.
The American Academy of Nursing joined with over 122 national organizations to support the sixth annual Healthcare Decisions Day. Launched on April 16, this initiative seeks “to inspire, educate, and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning.” The Academy released a policy brief, “Advance Care Planning as an Urgent Public Health Concern,” (http://bit.ly/XIDYlg), urging for better policy on this important issue.
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Last Updated on Friday, April 26, 2013 09:00 AM |
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Thursday, April 18, 2013 12:00 AM |
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The American Academy of Nursing encourages advance care planning and on-going conversations between individuals, family members, and health care providers to ensure that care and treatment provided reflects individual preferences and values for those with serious, progressive chronic or life-limiting illness.
Although 71% of Americans have opinions and concerns on the care and treatment they may need in the event that they cannot speak for themselves and may be dependent on others to make decisions, only about 29% have completed an advance health care directive, allowing a loved-one the ability to speak on their behalf during health emergencies.
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Last Updated on Friday, April 26, 2013 09:02 AM |
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Thursday, March 14, 2013 12:00 AM |
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The American Academy of Nursing applauds the Senate Judiciary Committee for passing Senator Feinstein’s legislation to ban assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition clips.
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Last Updated on Friday, April 26, 2013 09:02 AM |
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