Tennessee Nurses Association District 15

10/08/2026

Volunteer Sexual Assault Victim Advocate Training

The Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center is seeking individuals interested in serving as Volunteer Sexual Assault Victim Advocates.

Volunteer advocates may support survivors by responding to crisis calls, providing information about community resources and services, and accompanying survivors during forensic examinations at local hospitals or SAFE rooms.

Training Details:

📅 Friday, November 6
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📍 1423 Kensington Square Ct., Murfreesboro, TN
🍴 Lunch provided

Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. This training is intended for individuals who are committed to volunteering with the advocacy team. Some volunteer responsibilities may include nights and weekends.
To learn more or register, email [email protected].

For nurses and other healthcare professionals, opportunities like this can also provide another meaningful way to support survivors and strengthen community-based advocacy.

10/08/2026

10/02/2026

OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH!
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or BCAM, takes place every year from October 1 to October 31. BCAM is recognized as a time to increase awareness of breast cancer, emphasize the importance of early detection, and support those affected. The first BCAM occurred in October 1985 as an awareness campaign led by the American Cancer Society. In 1992, the pink ribbon emerged as the universal symbol for breast cancer awareness and fundraising efforts. Since then, BCAM has expanded across the nation and world, with a focus on promoting early detection, reducing stigma around breast cancer, and supporting patients and survivors.

There’s no single official national theme for Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026, but every October the focus stays the same: early detection, education, and support for those affected by breast cancer. Each October, people across the country unite to raise awareness and support for the millions of people affected by breast cancer. Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) reminds us that awareness is important—but it’s our actions that save lives.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancers. Awareness is the first step toward taking meaningful action. BCAM reminds us that breast cancer doesn’t wait. Right now, someone is getting the news that they have breast cancer and doesn’t know what to do next. Someone is starting treatment and needs support to make it through. Because of BCAM—and people like you—we can deliver help, hope, and support when it’s needed most.

Since the first BCAM more than 40 years ago, breast cancer death rates in the U.S. have dropped by 44%. It’s not a coincidence that greater awareness, increases in early detection, and advancements in treatment have coincided with the rise of BCAM. These efforts show that when we raise awareness and receive annual mammograms, we can save lives.

09/25/2026

Congratulations to District 15! Florence Nightingale Society donor to TNPAC.

09/25/2026

Happy National Advanced Practice Provider Week!

National APP Week 2026 recognizes Advanced Practice Providers as the heartbeat of healthcare progress. APPs drive innovation, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, and deliver expert care that sustains patients, teams, and health systems every day. Advanced practice providers (APPs) are integral to the healthcare system, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care. APPs are highly trained medical professionals who assess, diagnose, treat, prescribe medications, perform procedures, and engage in clinical research to improve patient outcomes. APPs elevate both medicine and nursing, ensuring safe, high-quality, evidence-based care for communities nationwide.

With this year's theme, 'Innovate, Elevate, Celebrate: The Power of APPs!' we acknowledge the vital importance of APPs in advancing medical care. Their contributions are vital in reshaping healthcare delivery, improving access to care, and driving innovation in clinical practice.

09/25/2026

District 15 Meeting - October 5th

District 15 Meeting
October 5, 2026
6:30 pm
Zoom
Eosinophilic Esophagitis: From Epidemiology to Disease Management.
Stacey S. Hodges, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC
Medical Science Liaison | Southeast Region
US Field Based Medical Affairs | Rhinology/Gastroenterology & Immunology
Sanofi
Dr. Hodges will define Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), talk about prevalence, how to diagnose, treat and manage the disease state. She will also present a case study to assess the learning and put the new information into practice.

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09/08/2026

National Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Day!

National Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Day is observed annually on September 8 to honor the dedicated nurses who care for children with blood disorders and cancer. This day was established by the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) in 2010 and coincides with Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the challenges faced by young patients and their families. National Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Day was created in 2010 by APHON to honor these specialized nurses. The observance highlights the care provided to children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and blood disorders and takes place during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, amplifying the recognition of the challenges faced by young patients and their families.

09/05/2026

Celebrate 50 Years With Us

We’re less than two weeks away from the Tennessee Nurses PAC 50th Anniversary Celebration, and there’s still time to make plans to join us!

For 50 years, the Tennessee Nurses PAC has helped ensure nurses have a voice in the decisions that shape our profession, our patients and healthcare across Tennessee. On September 17, we’ll come together to recognize that history and celebrate the nurses and supporters who have helped make it possible.

We hope you’ll join fellow nurses, colleagues and friends for an evening celebrating 50 years of nursing advocacy and the work still ahead.Tennessee Nurses PAC 50th Anniversary Celebration

Thursday, September 17, 2026

5:30–7:30 PM

Nashville City Club

Whether you’ve supported the PAC for years or are just beginning to get involved, we’d love to have you there as we celebrate this milestone together. To register visit
https://tna.nursingnetwork.com/

09/03/2026

CNS Week September 1-7!
Every September 1–7, hospitals, health systems, and communities across the country join in honoring CNSs — advanced practice registered nurses who blend clinical expertise, leadership, and evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes, reduce costs, and strengthen health systems.
For CNSs, it’s a chance to reflect on your impact, share your successes, and inspire the next generation. For those considering the CNS role, it’s an open invitation to explore a career dedicated to improving care quality, advancing nursing practice, and leading innovation.
NACNS created National CNS Recognition Week in 2009 to honor the birth of Hildegard Peplau (September 1, 1909), a visionary nursing theorist whose work on the nurse–patient relationship reshaped health care. Her seminal text, Interpersonal Relations in Nursing, still informs CNS practice today, particularly in fostering trust, communication, and collaborative care.
Whether you’re a CNS, a colleague, or a supporter, this is the time to celebrate the nearly 90,000 CNSs whose expertise touches every corner of health care.

08/28/2026

September is National Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month!

September is National Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness of this serious circulatory condition and the importance of early detection.

PAD affects an estimated 10 million Americans and often goes undiagnosed. When left untreated, PAD can increase the risk of serious health complications, including heart attack, stroke, and limb loss.

This September, join us in raising awareness, recognizing the risk factors and symptoms of PAD, and encouraging early detection and treatment. By increasing understanding of PAD, we can help individuals take action, improve outcomes, and potentially save lives.

Know the risks. Recognize the signs. Get checked. Save a life.