06/05/2026
Attending the APNA 24th Annual Clinical Psychopharmacology Institute?
Stop by the ANCC booth and connect with our team! We're here to answer your questions about ANCC programs.
While at the booth, be sure to register for our FREE upcoming webinar, "Becoming Empowered in APRN Practice." Can't make it to the conference? You can still register here:
https://ana-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617800009856/WN_p7K86y5PTX6KrEQ5BZnrww #/registration
06/04/2026
Our Certification Outreach Program Manager, Lourdes Careaga, MSN, RN, NE-BC, extends her thanks to everyone who stopped by the ANCC booth and connected with her at the APNA 24th Annual Clinical Psychopharmacology Institute!
Be sure to visit ANCC staff on Friday and Saturday to learn more about ANCC programs and pick up your colorful conference ribbon to proudly showcase your credentials.
We look forward to meeting you, answering your questions, and supporting your professional journey!
06/03/2026
Join us for this month’s FREE, engaging 2-expert led session: Becoming Empowered in APRN Practice
Discover strategies to foster resilience through compassionate care and learn how APRNs can drive meaningful change through advocacy in this dynamic two-part webinar experience. Register today: https://ana-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617800009856/WN_p7K86y5PTX6KrEQ5BZnrww #/registration
06/02/2026
Three nurses saw a better way to support new nurses—and transformed orientation across their hospital.
What started as an idea sparked at a nursing conference became an innovative program at Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital that helps new nurses build skills, confidence, and independence through a more structured and supportive orientation experience.
Developed by nurses Diane Marion, Allie Bofto, and Nacole Noble, the program has improved readiness, strengthened nurse satisfaction, and enhanced the transition from novice to expert practice.
Their work was also recognized as part of Intermountain St. Vincent Regional Hospital's recent Magnet with Distinction designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center—the highest honor for nursing excellence.
This is what happens when nurses are empowered to lead change from the bedside. https://ow.ly/OcIF50Z6b7K
Nurses at Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital Nationally Recognized for Innovative Program to Transform Orientation for New Nurses
What began as a simple idea sparked at a nursing conference has evolved into a transformative program for new nurses at Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, Montana. Developed by Intermountain nurses Diane Marion, Allie Bofto and Nacole Noble, the program reimagines orien...
05/30/2026
Enjoy this month’s from nurses as we celebrate and . We’re especially proud to share that one of our story contributors is a member of our collaborative organization, the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists.
Explore these meaningful stories here: https://bit.ly/4akKbxM
05/21/2026
Dr. Tonya L. Page continues to serve as a valuable resource for and . As students prepare for graduation and their next academic and professional steps, a variety of resources are available to support their continued success.
Read our latest newsletter to explore Dr. Page’s helpful tips and insights on the certification and professional journey: https://bit.ly/3PEuxGz
You can also access our latest webinar, which outlines the steps to becoming .
05/21/2026
Tony Ward, Manager of Tradeshows and Business Operations, enjoyed connecting with booth visitors at the AACN Conference and thanks everyone who stopped by to learn more about ANCC programs.
You can connect with Tony again at the NAHN 51st Annual Conference at the Denver Marriott Tech Center in Denver, CO. Guided by the theme “Somos NAHN La Fuerza de Nuestra Comunidad: Building the Next 50 Years of Innovation, Advocacy, and Commitment”.
Learn more or register here: https://www.nahnnet.org/conference
05/21/2026
Last chance to participate in a national study on specialty nursing certification — the survey closes Saturday, May 23.
The Margretta Madden Styles Credentialing Research Grant is funding an important national study on what motivates specialty nurses to pursue certification, and what gets in the way.
We encourage all specialty nurses — certified and non-certified — to participate before the deadline.
📋 Take 5 minutes before it closes: https://ow.ly/TS6x50Z18X0
05/15/2026
We want to hear from you!
A national study on nursing certification is underway, and your perspective is critical to the research. Supported by the Margretta Madden Styles Credentialing Research Grant, this survey examines what motivates specialty nurses to pursue certification, and what stands in the way.
Your responses will directly shape the future of nursing and advance excellence across the nursing profession.
We encourage all specialty nurses — certified and non-certified — to participate before the deadline on May 23.
📋 Take the survey: https://ow.ly/jo3350Z0lVy
05/14/2026
ANCC’s Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP)® sets the global standard for programs that prepare RNs to thrive in new practice settings. Bring the same level of excellence to your program — join an introductory workshop to get started! Explore accreditation standards and best practices from leading programs.
📅 May 28-29, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. ET
Register now! https://hubs.ly/Q03N5_Fm0