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October 19, 2018 • Education Fall Regional Symposium Orlando
ENA Fall Educational Symposium Heads to Orlando in November
The Emergency Nurses Association brings the next installment in its series of educational and networking events for emergency nurses to the Sunshine State when the association’s Fall Regional Symposium lands in Orlando on Nov. 8-9.
October 15, 2018 • Brand Center Emergency Nurses Association
A Brand-New Day: Emergency Nurses Association Unveils Modern Look
With an updated design and a modernized use of its most identifiable color, the new Emergency Nurses Association logo and branding revealed on Monday further emphasize the organization’s strong connection and commitment to emergency nurses.
October 9, 2018 • Education Pediatric
Innovation, Hands-On Learning Highlight ENA’s New ENPC, 5th Edition
On Tuesday, ENA proudly announced the launch of Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course, 5th Edition, which features significantly revised content and enhanced delivery that provides nurses with a hands-on and interactive learning experience.
October 8, 2018 • Emergency Nurses Week thank you
ENA Celebrates the ‘EmpowerED’ Nurse During EN Week 2018
For nearly 30 years, the Emergency Nurses Association has used Emergency Nurses Day and Emergency Nurses Week to shine a glowing spotlight on the outstanding work done by emergency nursing professionals around the world. The tradition continues this week.
October 1, 2018
Mike Hastings Voted Emergency Nurses Association 2019 President-Elect
Emergency Nurses Association members voting in the ENA National Election selected Michael Hastings, MSN, RN, CEN, as the organization’s 2019 President-elect.
September 28, 2018 • Academy of Emergency Nursing AEN Emergency Nurses Association ENA
Ten Emergency Nurses Inducted into Academy of Emergency Nursing
With countless contributions to, and accomplishments in, the emergency nursing profession, 10 nurses from six states and England have been named Fellows to the Academy of Emergency Nursing.
July 23, 2018
House of Representatives Passes ENA-Supported Nursing Workforce Bill
The Emergency Nurses Association applauds the U.S. House of Representatives on the passage of H.R. 959, the Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act. ENA urges the Senate to quickly consider and pass this important legislation.
June 22, 2018
House of Representatives Advances Comprehensive Opioids Legislation with ENA-Supported Bills
ENA applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities (SUPPORT) Act (H.R. 6).
June 15, 2018
Emergency Nurses Association Recognizes 2018 Achievement Awards
The Emergency Nurses Association today announced recipients of its annual Achievement Awards. The awards recognize emergency nurses who exemplify exceptional performance in professional practice, innovation, leadership, advocacy. The recipients embody emergency nursing at its finest.
June 15, 2018 • Awards journal of emergency nursing
Emergency Nurses Association Announces Journal of Emergency Nursing Award Recipients
The Emergency Nurses Association today announced three Journal of Emergency Nursing (JEN) awards recognizing the publication’s Reviewer of the Year and Authors of the Year.
April 18, 2018
Emergency Nurses Association Receives 2018 Gold Circle Award for Legislative Advocacy Campaign from ASAE
The Emergency Nurses Association today announced it is being recognized by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) with a 2018 Gold Circle Award in the advocacy category.
March 13, 2018
Emergency Nurses Association to Host First Regional Symposium in Las Vegas
The Emergency Nurses Association today announced it will bring new emergency nursing education to the Las Vegas strip April 26-27 at its inaugural Spring Regional Symposium. Emergency nurses have the opportunity to network with local leaders and participate in clinical and leadership sessions to expand their knowledge and skills.
February 27, 2018
Two Priority Public Health Bills Supported by ENA Pass the House
The Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) applauds the House for passing two of ENA’s public health legislative priorities yesterday.
February 22, 2018
Study: In-depth emergency department suicide screenings should become common practice
New research from the Emergency Nurses Association encourages more in-depth suicide screenings in the emergency department in an effort to better identify individuals at risk for suicide. The study, recently published in the Journal of Emergency Nursing, explores current screening procedures while identifying opportunities for improvement.
January 15, 2018
ENA Doubles Down on Commitment to ENA Foundation with $50,000 Gift
The Emergency Nurses Association announced the ENA Board of Directors doubled the association’s annual gift to the ENA Foundation’s General Endowment Fund by donating $50,000 to support academic scholarships for emergency nurses.
January 2, 2018
Jeff Solheim Takes Office as Emergency Nurses Association President
ENA today announced Jeff Solheim, MSN, RN, CEN, TCRN, CFRN, FAEN, FAAN, as president of the premier emergency nursing organization representing more than 42,000 members worldwide. During his one-year term as ENA president, Solheim will oversee the Board of Directors and serve as ENA’s official representative and spokesperson.
November 20, 2017 • EMS standing orders
ENA Applauds the Signing of Legislation Allowing EMS Personnel to Continue Administering Life-Saving Medication
ENA applauds Congress for passing, and President Trump for signing into law, the Protecting Patient Access to Emergency Medications Act. The new law, one of ENA’s legislative priorities, amends the Controlled Substances Act to ensure EMS personnel may use standing orders to administer a controlled substance in cases in which a delay in treatment could result in harm or death to the patient.
November 15, 2017 • News
ENA Releases New Emergency Department Manager’s Survival Guide
The Emergency Nurses Association released its new Emergency Department Manager’s Survival Guide, a digital reference for new and experienced ED managers. Since nearly half of U.S. medical care takes place in the ED, outstanding and informed leadership is essential to providing the best patient care. Nurses must become accustomed to unique situations and topics while acclimating to a managerial role. The ED Manager’s Survival Guide serves as transitional tool to help them adjust to the nuances of ED management.
October 26, 2017 • News
Study: Workplace bullying is underestimated driver of nurse and patient outcomes
New Emergency Nurses Association theory helps identify and correct bullying behavior.
October 9, 2017 • News
Join the Emergency Nurses Week Celebration
Led by the Emergency Nurses Association, #ENWeek, Oct. 8-14, recognizes the work of emergency nurses.
October 2, 2017 • News
ENA Saddened by Senseless Carnage of Las Vegas Mass Shooting, Praises Efforts of First Responders and ED Personnel
ENA's thoughts are with the victims and families of the mass shooting in Las Vegas and we praise the efforts of first responders and emergency department personnel.
September 21, 2017
ENA Urges Opposition to New Senate Legislation to Repeal ACA
Without significant changes to address access to care for emergency department patients, the Emergency Nurses Association is opposed to the passage of the recently-released legislation designed to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act proposed by Senators Lindsey Graham, Bill Cassidy, Dean Heller and Ron Johnson.
September 20, 2017 • election results News
Patricia Kunz Howard, PhD, RN, CEN, CPEN, NE-BC, TCRN, FAEN, FAAN, Named 2018 President-elect of Emergency Nurses Association
Nine emergency nurses were elected to leadership roles within ENA including Patricia Kunz Howard, PhD, RN, CEN, CPEN, NE-BC, TCRN, FAEN, FAAN, named as 2018 President-elect.
September 18, 2017 • AEN News
Sixteen Emergency Nurses to Join Academy of Emergency Nursing
The inductees were chosen for their impact on the advancement of the profession and future input to the AEN.
September 6, 2017 • News
Looking Ahead After Utah Nurse Arrest
I know many of us are still reeling from the disturbing video recently released of University of Utah Hospital nurse Alex Wubbels being aggressively arrested for refusing to draw blood from an unconscious patient. While the situation appears to have been grossly mismanaged, I encourage you to focus on two key points...
