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Current Press Releases From the American Nephrology Nurses' Association
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<title>2/17/12 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Norma Gomez, MBA, MSN, RN, CNN, of Russellville, TN, has been elected national president-elect of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) for 2012-13. Along with Gomez, additional officers were elected in January to serve on ANNA’s BOD for 2012-13. The new officers will assume their respective positions during ANNA’s 43rd National Symposium, April 29-May 2, 2012, in Orlando, FL.
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<title>11/14/11 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Names New Education Director</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Hazel Dennison, DNP, RN, APNc, CPHQ, CNE, of Medford, NJ, has been appointed Director of Education Services for ANNA.
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<title>8/1/11 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News &amp; Events</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Quarterly news briefs and events calendar. 
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<title>7/12/11 - Nephrology Nurses Week to Spotlight Nurses'  Life-Saving Work</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) will celebrate Nephrology Nurses Week September 11-17, 2011. ANNA President Rowena Elliott, chose "Soaring to New Heights" as this year's theme.
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<title>5/18/11 - Nephrology Nurses, Managers, Advanced Practitioners to Convene for National Conference</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Nephrology nurses will learn the latest practice advances at the ANNA Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurses, Managers, and Advanced Practice Nurses, September 24-26, 2011, in Atlanta, GA. 
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<title>5/5/11 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers for 2011-12</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2011 01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA's new Board of Directors took office during the 42nd National Symposium in Boston, MA.
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<title>5/5/11 - Nurses Network, Learn Latest Treatments at Successful American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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More than 950 nephrology nurses and allied health care professionals gathered in Boston, MA, recently for the ANNA 42nd National Symposium. Attendees heard from experts on the latest clinical topics, and enjoyed special events, networking opportunities, and a packed exhibit hall.
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<title>5/5/11 - Nephrology Nurses Honored with Awards, Scholarships, and Grants at ANNA Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Outstanding members and chapters received more than $69,000 in excellence awards, educational scholarships, and research grants at ANNA's 42nd National Symposium.
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<title>5/5/11 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Honors Norma Gomez for Outstanding Service</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2011 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has awarded Norma Gomez, MBA, MSN, RN, CNN, with the association's highest honor, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award. 
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<title>4/14/11 - New Book Defines Standards of Practice for Nephrology Nurses, Helps Ensure Patient Safety</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA recently released a new textbook, Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 7th Edition, presenting detailed recommendations for care and defining every aspect of the nephrology nurse’s role.
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<title>2/2/11 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2011 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Glenda Payne, MS, RN, CNN, has been elected national president-elect of the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) for 2011-2012. Along with Payne, additional officers were elected to serve on ANNA's Board of Directors for 2011-2012. The new officers will assume their respective positions at the conclusion of ANNA's 42nd National Symposium in Boston, MA, March 27-30, 2011. 
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<title>1/19/11 - ANNA News &amp; Events</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Quarterly news briefs and events calendar. 
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<title>11/30/10 - Nurses and Experts to Convene at American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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To keep nephrology nurses informed about the rapid-fire changes in their practice, ANNA is offering a diverse slate of the specialty's most timely topics at its upcoming 42nd National Symposium, March 27-30, 2011, at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, MA.
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<title>10/26/10 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) News &amp; Events</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>8/2/10 -  American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) News &amp; Events</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>7/8/10 - Nephrology Nurses to be Honored for Life-Saving Work, Dedication to Patients</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA celebrates Nephrology Nurses Week nationwide each September. This year the event will be held September 12-18, 2010, with activities in dialysis units, hospitals, schools, and other settings across the country. 
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<title>6/22/10 - Top Experts Slated to Speak to Nephrology Nurses, Providers at Fall Meeting</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA will once again offer its Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurses, Managers, and Advanced Practice Nurses, which is designed for practitioners at all levels. The meeting will be held October 9-11, 2010, at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel in Las Vegas, NV.
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<title>6/10/10 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Honors Lesley Dinwiddie for Outstanding Service</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has honored Lesley Dinwiddie, MSN, RN, FNP, CNN, of Cary, North Carolina, with the association's highest honor, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award.
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<title>6/10/10 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Recognizes Outstanding Nurses at Annual Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA distributed more than $94,000 in nursing excellence awards, educational scholarships, and research grants at the National Symposium. 
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<title>6/10/10 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers for 2010-11</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2010 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA's new Board of Directors assumed their positions at the National Symposium. 
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<title>6/10/10 - Nurses Focus on Technology and Caring at American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jun 2010 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Combining high-level technical skills with compassionate care was the central theme of the ANNA 41st National Symposium, held May 2-5 in San Antonio, TX.
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<title>2/4/10 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Rowena Elliott, PhD, RN, CNN, BC, CNE, has been elected national president-elect of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) for 2010-11. Along with Elliott, additional officers were elected to serve on ANNA’s Board of Directors for 2010-11. The new officers will assume their respective positions at the conclusion of ANNA’s 41st National Symposium in San Antonio, TX, May 2-5, 2010.
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<title>1/26/10 - From Caring to Technology, American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium to Educate Providers on Specialty's Advances</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Blending a culture of caring with today's advanced technologies will be the focus of the ANNA 41st National Symposium, May 2-5, 2010, in San Antonio, TX.
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<title>11/5/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Event Calendar</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar.
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<title>8/6/09 - Fresenius Medical Care to Host 100 Free Public Education Classes During ANNA's Kidney Disease Awareness and Education Week</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Fresenius Medical Care North America is hosting over 100 free Treatment Options Program (TOPs) education classes about chronic kidney disease (CKD) next week. TOPs sessions will be held in numerous locations across the country, including major cities such as Atlanta, Miami, Houston, and Pittsburgh, in observation of ANNA's Kidney Disease Awareness and Education Week, August 10-14. 
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<title>7/30/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>7/16/09 - Nurses to Learn Latest Advances in Nephrology at Fall Meeting</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA will host the Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurses, Managers, and Advanced Practice Nurses October 9-11, 2009, at Disney's Contemporary Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
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<title>7/7/09 - Nephrology Nurses: Lighting the Way in Kidney Patient Care</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has designated September 13-19, 2009, as "Nephrology Nurses Week" to celebrate the commitment and dedication of nephrology nurses who make a positive difference in their patients’ lives everyday.
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<title>6/26/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Endorses Campaign to Improve Survival Among First-Year Dialysis Patients</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA announces its endorsement of Kidney Care Partners' campaign to reduce mortality among first-year dialysis patients by 20% by the end of 2012. 
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<title>6/2/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Honors Caroline Counts for Outstanding Contributions</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has awarded Caroline Counts, MSN, RN, CNN, with the association's highest honor, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award.
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<title>6/2/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces Award Winners</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA distributed more than $108,000 in nursing excellence scholarships, grants, and awards at its 40th National Symposium, April 26-29, in San Diego, CA.
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<title>6/2/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers for 2009-10</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA's new officers assumed their positions at its 40th National Symposium, April 26-29, in San Diego, CA.
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<title>6/2/09 - Facing New Challenges, Nurses Meet to Learn Latest at American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Over 1,100 nephrology nurses and health care professionals convened to learn the latest treatments and practice innovations at ANNA's 40th National Symposium, April 26-29, 2009.
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<title>4/29/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Continues Quality Improvement Initiatives with Updated Manual</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has just released an updated edition of its landmark quality improvement guide, Applying Continuous Quality Improvement in Clinical Practice, 2nd Edition. The 250-page book focuses on providing services to patients with renal disease, satisfying the mandates of oversight organizations, and educating practitioners.
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<title>4/23/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>2/19/09 - Mentoring Tomorrow's Leaders will be Focus of American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA will hold its 40th National Symposium April 26-29, 2009, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront and San Diego Convention Center.
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<title>2/17/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Donna Painter, MS, RN, CNN, has been elected national ANNA president-elect for 2009-10. 
Along with Painter, additional officers were elected to serve on ANNA’s Board of Directors for 2009-10. The new officers will assume their respective positions at the conclusion of ANNA’s 40th National Symposium in San Diego, CA, April 26-29, 2009.
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<title>2/2/09 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>1/23/09 - Nephrology Nursing News Briefs</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The November-December 2008 issue covers such topics as the nurse's role in end-of-life planning and opening doors for patient with HIV who need organ transplants.
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<title>10/22/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>9/4/08 - Nephrology Nursing Journal News Briefs</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The July-August 2008 issue covers such topics as delivering a full-term baby while on hemodialysis and using smoking cessation to reduce cardiovascular risks in patients with CKD. 
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<title>7/22/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News &amp; Events</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>7/10/08 - Nephrology Nurses, Managers, and Advanced Practitioners to Gather at Fall Meeting</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Nephrology nurses in all roles will come together for the ANNA Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurses, Managers, and Advanced Practice Nurses, September 27-29, 2008, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago, IL.
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<title>7/8/08 - 'Nephrology Nurses Week' to Spotlight Nurses' Life-Saving Work</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has designated September 14-20, 2008, as "Nephrology Nurses Week" to encourage employers, patients, and others to thank the nurses who work tirelessly to save kidney patients' lives and improve care.
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<title>6/17/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Expands Online Education Library</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has made it easy for nurses to virtually attend every session of the 2008 ANNA 39th National Symposium and earn continuing nursing education credits from home.
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<title>6/9/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Releases New Editions of Certification Review Guide and Core Curriculum</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has released new editions of two popular publications - the Nephrology Nursing Certification Review Guide and the Core Curriculum for Nephrology Nursing. 
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<title>5/28/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Honors Beth Ulrich for Outstanding Service</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 11:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has awarded Beth Ulrich, EdD, RN, FACHE, FAAN, with the Association’s highest honor, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award.
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<title>5/28/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces Award Winners</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 10:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA distributed more than $90,000 in nursing excellence scholarships, grants, and awards at its 39th National Symposium in Philadelphia, PA.
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<title>5/28/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers for 2008-09</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA's new officers assumed their positions at the Association's 39th National Symposium, April 27-30, 2008, in Philadelphia, PA.
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<title>5/28/08 - Focus on Patient Safety, Informatics, Sparks Successful American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Over 1,500 nephrology nurses and health care professionals gathered at ANNA's 39th National Symposium April 27-30, 2008, in Philadelphia, PA.
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<title>5/23/08 - Nurse Authors Honored with Writing Excellence Awards by Nephrology Nursing Journal</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Nephrology Nursing Journal recently presented its annual Writer's Awards to nurse writers for outstanding contributions to the journal.
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<title>5/15/08 - Nephrology Nursing Journal News Briefs</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Articles in the March-April 2008 issue of Nephrology Nursing Journal cover such topics as hemodialysis patient to RN ratios and quality of life for chronic kidney disease patients. 
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<title>4/10/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2008 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>3/3/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Renews Management Contract with Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc.</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2008 06:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA recently renewed its national office management services agreement through 2014 with Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc., its longstanding association management partner.
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<title>2/21/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Donna Bednarski, MSN, ANP, BC, CNN, CNP, has been elected national president-elect of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) for 2008-09.  Along with Bednarski, additional officers were elected to serve on ANNA’s BOD for 2008-09. The new officers will assume their respective positions at the conclusion of ANNA’s 39th National Symposium in Philadelphia, PA, April 27-30, 2008.
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<title>1/29/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium to Highlight Innovative Approaches in Patient Care</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA will hold its 39th National Symposium April 27-30, 2008, in Philadelphia, PA, at the Philadelphia Marriott and Pennsylvania Convention Center. 
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<title>1/17/08 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2008 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>1/15/08 - Nephrology Nursing Journal News Briefs</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2008 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Highlights of articles that appear in the November-December issue of the Nephrology Nursing Journal
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<title>10/11/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2007 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>10/4/07 - Taking the Next Step on the Nephrology Nursing Career Ladder</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2007 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has updated its best-selling nephrology nursing career guide, Career Fulfillment in Nephrology Nursing: Your Guide to Professional Development. 
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<title>8/9/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Aug 2007 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description>
Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>8/7/07 - Weeklong Celebration Honors Nephrology Nurses</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2007 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA will spotlight the skills, caring and commitment of nephrology nurses during "Nephrology Nurses Week," September 9-15, 2007.
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<title>7/31/07 - Nephrology Nurse Managers, Clinicians and Advanced Practitioners to Gather at Fall Meeting</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jul 2007 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA will hold its Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses and Clinicians in San Francisco, CA, October 20-22, 2007.
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<title>6/28/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Storms Capitol Hill and White House During Health Policy Workshop</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2007 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Continuing efforts to ensure access to quality care for kidney patients, ANNA members converged on Washington, DC, June 7-9, 2007, for the association’s annual Health Policy Workshop. 
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<title>6/21/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association to Educate Legislators about Kidney Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2007 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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With kidney disease rising steadily and more Americans needing life-saving care, ANNA is intensifying its efforts to educate the country’s policymakers during "ESRD Education Week," August 6-10, 2007.
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<title>6/6/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Honors Nancy Sharp for Outstanding Service</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2007 08:15 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA awarded Nancy Sharp, MSN, RN, FAAN, with the association’s highest honor, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award.
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<title>6/6/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces Award Winners</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2007 08:10 -0700</pubDate>
<description>
ANNA distributed more than $90,000 in nursing excellence scholarships, grants and awards at its 38th National Symposium in Dallas, TX.
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<title>6/6/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers for 2007-08</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2007 08:05 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA's new officers assumed their positions at ANNA's 38th National Symposium, April 22-25, 2007, in Dallas, TX.
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<title>6/6/07 - Leadership and Advocacy Issues Spark Successful American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2007 08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Over 1,300 nephrology nurses and health care professionals convened at the American Nephrology ANNA's 38th National Symposium April 22-25, 2007, in Dallas, TX, taking home a heightened understanding on leading and inspiring change.
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<title>4/9/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2007 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>3/1/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Sue Cary, MN, APRN, NP, CNN, has been elected national president-elect of ANNA for 2007-08. Along with Cary, additional officers were elected to serve on ANNA’s Board of Directors for 2007-08. The new officers will assume their respective offices at the conclusion of ANNA’s 38th National Symposium in Dallas, TX, April 22-25, 2007.
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<title>1/23/07 - National Kidney Disease Campaign Continues to Expand Legislators' Knowledge</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2007 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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In an effort to teach lawmakers about end stage renal disease (ESRD) and the challenges patients face, the ANNA successfully led a fourth year of its sweeping ESRD Education Week initiative in 2006.
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<title>1/18/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2007 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>1/11/07 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium to Spotlight Leadership Advocacy</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2007 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Focusing on advocacy through leadership, the American Nephrology Nurses' Association will hold its 38th National Symposium April 22-25, 2007, in Dallas, TX, at the Hilton Anatole Hotel.
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<title>10/12/06 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Quarterly events calendar and news briefs.
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<title>8/15/06 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Helps Lead Effort to Gather Volunteers for Future Disasters</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2006 00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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As part of a national program to gather names of nurses and other professionals who could be mobilized quickly after a disaster, the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) has posted forms for volunteers to sign up on its Web site (www.annanurse.org).
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<title>6/27/06 - Nephrology Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses and Clinicians to Gather for American Nephrology Nurses' Association Fall Meeting</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jun 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description>
Nephrology nurses in all practice settings will learn and problem solve together at the ANNA fifth annual Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses and Clinicians in Boston, MA, September 22-24, 2006, at the Westin Boston Waterfront.
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<title>6/23/06 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association's National Campaign to Educate Legislators About Kidney Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA is educating Congress one legislator at a time with personal invitations to visit dialysis and transplantation facilities and learn more about kidney disease during "ESRD Education Week," August 7-11, 2006.
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<title>6/8/06 - Coalition for Patients' Rights (CPR) Calls on AMA to Cease Divisive Efforts to Limit Patients' Choice of Providers</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805315118</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description>
In response to divisive efforts by the American Medical Association (AMA) and other physician groups to limit the ability of licensed health care professionals to provide care to millions of patients, the newly formed Coalition for Patients’ Rights (CPR) today urged all health care professionals to work together to counter the AMA’s actions.
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<title>6/8/06 - Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) Press Release - NNCC Offers First Advanced Practice Certification Exam</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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NNCC is offering the first Certified Nephrology Nurse – Nurse Practitioner (CNN-NP) exam on Thursday, September 21, 2006, in Boston, MA.
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<title>5/3/06 - Nurses and Health Care Professionals Explore Evidence-Based Practice at Successful American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805314885</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Spotlighting evidence-based nursing practice, ANNA hosted over 1,300 nephrology nurses and health care professionals at its 37th National Symposium April 2-5, 2006, in Nashville, TN.
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<title>5/3/06 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers for 2006-07</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description>
ANNA's new officers assumed their positions at ANNA’s 37th National Symposium, April 2-5, 2006, in Nashville, TN.
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<title>5/3/06 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces Award Winners</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description>
ANNA distributed over $70,000 in nursing excellence scholarships, grants and awards at its recent 37th National Symposium in Nashville, TN.
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<title>5/3/06 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Honors Glenda Payne for Outstanding Service</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2006 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has awarded Glenda M. Payne, MS, RN, CNN, with the association’s highest honor, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award. 
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<title>4/4/06 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Introduces New Edition of Contemporary Nephrology Nursing Textbook</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2006 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA has published the fully revised Contemporary Nephrology Nursing: Principles and Practice.
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<title>3/24/06 - Nephrology Nurses' Education Campaign Helps Win Support in Washington for Better Dialysis Care</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805314599</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2006 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA leaders realized several years ago that the way to get better care for kidney patients on life-saving dialysis was to bring United States legislators right to the nerve center of their operations: the dialysis units. So ANNA launched a national campaign about end stage renal disease (ESRD), “ESRD Education Week.”
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<title>3/16/06 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805314564</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2006 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
<description>
Sandra Bodin, MA, RN, CNN, has been elected national president-elect of ANNA for 2006-07. Along with Bodin, additional officers were elected to serve on ANNA’s Board of Directors for 2006-07. The new officers will assume their respective offices at the conclusion of ANNA’s 37th National Symposium in Nashville, TN, April 2-5, 2006. 
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<title>3/2/06 - New Plan Connects Nephrology Providers with Students, New Nurses</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805314465</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2006 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA's Educational Task Force has developed a plan to create links between schools of nursing and hemodialysis settings through externship programs.
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<title>2/2/06 - Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) Press Release - NNCC to Pilot New Advanced Practice Certification Exam</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805314325</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2006 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Responding to increased demand from advanced practice nurses, the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) is developing a certification for nephrology nurse practitioners.
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<title>12/27/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Hires Government Relations Firm to Expand Legislative Initiatives</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2005 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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To ensure that the voice of nephrology nurses continues to be heard in Washington, ANNA has hired Gardner Carton &amp; Douglas LLP, a government relations firm, to help advocate for better care, reimbursement, and legislation that has an impact on nursing and nephrology-related issues.
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<title>12/16/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium to Hit High Notes on Practice Innovations</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805314087</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2005 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA will hold its 37th National Symposium April 2-5, 2006 in Nashville, TN, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. The conference this year is spotlighting evidence-based nursing practice.
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<title>11/17/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Presents New Learning Module to Prepare Nurses for End-of-Life Discussions with Patients</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2005 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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To help nephrology nurses cultivate the skills they need to talk about end-of-life (or advanced care) planning with patients, ANNA has created "Techniques to Facilitate Discussion for Advanced Care Planning," a learning module available for free download at www.annanurse.org.
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<title>11/3/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Launches New Geriatric Web Resource</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2005 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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To prepare for a growing wave of over-65 patients, ANNA has created a new online bank of information that helps educate nurses about caring for the elderly and responding to the unique needs of the older renal patient.
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<title>10/28/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Leads Relief Effort Following Hurricane Katrina</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805313852</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2005 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA and its members have mobilized to help patients – and dialysis nurses – affected by Hurricane Katrina.
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<title>8/2/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Prepares for Nationwide Campaign on Renal Disease</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805313119</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA will welcome legislators across the country to visit dialysis units and learn about end stage renal disease (ESRD) during "ESRD Education Week," August 8-12, 2005.
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<title>6/30/05 - Nephrology Nurses and Clinicians to Increase Knowledge and Enhance Practice at American Nephrology Nurses' Association Fall Meeting</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312979</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2005 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA will hold its fourth annual Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses and Clinicians in Kansas City, MO, September 24-26, 2005, at the Hyatt Regency Crown Center.
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<title>6/15/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association National Campaign to Focus on Patient Care, Legislative Reform</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2005 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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As landmark legislation to improve care for patients with kidney disease awaits a decision in Congress, ANNA is mobilizing nurses across the country in an expanded campaign to teach legislators about end stage renal disease (ESRD). ANNA is now inviting state and Congressional delegations to visit their local dialysis units during "ESRD Education Week," August 8-12, 2005.
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<title>5/26/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Recognizes Kathleen Smith for Outstanding Service</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2005 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA awarded Kathleen T. Smith, BS, RN, CNN, with the Association’s highest honor, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award.
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<title>5/19/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces Award Winners</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312735</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2005 14:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA distributed over $69,000 in nursing excellence scholarships, grants, and awards at its recent 36th National Symposium in Las Vegas, NV.
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<title>5/19/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers for 2005-06</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2005 13:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The new officers of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) assumed their positions at ANNA’s 36th National Symposium, April 18-21, 2005, in Las Vegas, NV.
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<title>5/19/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Symposium Focuses on Partnering with Patients</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312733</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2005 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA marked one of its most successful conferences to date April 18-21 when over 2,000 nephrology nurses and health care professionals convened in Las Vegas, NV, for the association’s 36th National Symposium.
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<title>5/4/05 - American Nephrology Nurses Association Wins National Award for Education Campaign</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312649</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2005 00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) has been named to the Associations Advance America Honor Roll, a national awards competition sponsored by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), in Washington, DC.
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<title>4/27/05 - Updated 'Nephrology Nursing Standards of Practice' Helps Nephrology Nurses Reinforce Clinical Knowledge</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312632</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2005 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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ANNA has updated its Nephrology Nursing Standards of Practice and Guidelines for Care to reflect changes and advances in nephrology nursing clinical practice.
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<title>4/20/05 - First Annual 'Nephrology Nurses Week' To Honor Nurses' Life-saving Work</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312570</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2005 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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To honor the dedicated nephrology nurses who care for patients with kidney disease, ANNA has designated the second full week in September each year as Nephrology Nurses Week.
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<title>3/8/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312447</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2005 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA is pleased to announce the National and Regional election results for 2005-2006 officers.
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<title>2/3/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Member Selected for CMS Advisory Board</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2005 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Bonnie Bacon Greenspan, RN, BSN, MBA, a member of the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) and a consultant in Alexandria, VA, has been selected by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to serve on an Advisory Board for the Demonstration of a Bundled Case-Mix Adjusted Payment System for End Stage Renal Disease Services.
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<title>1/19/05 - Nephrology Nurses' Successful National Campaign Educates Legislators about Kidney Disease</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312151</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2005 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association invited lawmakers to tour dialysis facilities in their districts. A key topic was the urgent need to modernize the government’s end stage renal disease policies.

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<title>1/3/05 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Symposium to Highlight Patient Self-Management</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805312079</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2005 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) will hold its 36th National Symposium in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 18-21, 2005, at the MGM Grand Hotel. Along with a diverse slate of clinical sessions, the conference will explore the winning combination of nurse-patient partnerships. Attendees will discover ways to encourage patients to actively participate in their own health management.
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<title>11/30/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) News and Events</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2004 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Nurses who treat peritoneal dialysis patients now have a comprehensive guide to help their patients prepare for a trip. The American Nephrology Nurses’ Association Peritoneal Dialysis Tool Box is available for free download at www.annanurse.org (go to ‘Resources’ and ‘Publications’).
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<title>10/29/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Draws Record Numbers to Fall Meeting</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Breaking a record for attendance and exhibitors, the American Nephrology Nurses' Association recently marked its most successful fall meeting to date.
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<title>10/26/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Offers Free Education Program for Nurses Working in Long Term Care</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311716</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses’ Association has developed a free six-part educational series designed for nurses who care for nephrology patients in alternative settings.
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<title>9/22/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Offers CE Credits on New CD-ROM</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311325</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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In an ongoing effort to help nurses earn continuing education credits in ways that fit their schedules, the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) has produced a new three-course CD-ROM on chronic kidney disease and vitamin D therapy.
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<title>9/15/04 - Nephrology Nurses' Educate Lawmakers During National 'ESRD Day'</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311323</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Congressional delegations across the country have been visiting their local dialysis units recently as part of the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) national "ESRD Education Day" campaign. 
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<title>8/11/04 - Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses, and Clinicians to Convene for American Nephrology Nurses' Association Meeting</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311166</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) will hold its third annual Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses, and Clinicians on October 16-18, 2004, at the Hyatt Regency, New Orleans, LA. Over 350 nurses are expected to attend the conference.
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<title>8/2/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Launches National Campaign to Educate Legislators About Kidney Disease</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311165</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Just as a landmark bill to modernize the Medicare program for kidney disease moves front and center in Congress, nephrology nurses are mobilizing nationwide to educate legislators about patients who depend on dialysis to stay alive.
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<title>6/4/04 - NIH Launches National Kidney Disease Education Program: American Nephrology Nurses' Association Helping NIH to Raise Awareness</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311164</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) is working with the National Kidney Disease Education Program to raise awareness about the seriousness of kidney disease, the importance of testing those at high risk, and the availability of treatment to prevent or slow kidney failure.
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<title>6/1/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Awards Carolyn Latham for Outstanding Service</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) recently presented Carolyn E. Latham, MSN, MBA, RN, CNN, with one of the association's highest honors, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award.
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<title>5/12/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces Award Winners</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311160</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA) distributed over $82,000 in nursing excellence scholarships, grants, and awards at its recent 35th National Symposium in Washington, DC.
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<title>5/12/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311161</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The new officers of the American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA) assumed their positions at ANNAs 35th National Symposium, April 15-18, 2004, in Washington, DC.
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<title>5/12/04 - Politics of Health Care Inspires Attendees at American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311163</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Gathering energy from a collective desire to influence national health policy, over 1,400 nephrology nurses and health care professionals met recently in Washington, DC, at the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) 35th National Symposium.
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<title>4/29/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association to Educate Legislators on August 13 'ESRD Day'</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311159</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2004 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Legislators across the country are beginning to understand kidney disease like never before, thanks to a national campaign by the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA).
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<title>3/3/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Awarded Nurse Competence Grant for Geriatric Care</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311158</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2004 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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 The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) has been awarded a $13,000 Nurse Competence in Aging Grant by the American Nurses Association (ANA). The funds will be used over 2 years to enhance the education of nurses in caring for older adults.
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<title>3/2/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2004 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Suzann VanBuskirk, BSN, RN, CNN, has been chosen as national president-elect of the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) for 2004-05. Ms. VanBuskirk's responsibilities will include serving as a liaison between the Board of Directors and assigned committees, coordinating all functions of ANNA with President Lesley C. Dinwiddie, MSN, RN, FNP, CNN, and assuming the president’s role in her absence.
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<title>2/6/04 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Issues Position Statement on Nursing's Role in Management of End-Stage Renal Disease</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311156</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2004 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) has released a new position statement asking the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to evaluate all proposals for the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Disease Management Demonstration Project for the appropriate inclusion of nephrology nurses.
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<title>12/24/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Symposium to Highlight Political Advocacy</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311155</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2003 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) will hold its 35th National Symposium in Washington, DC, April 15-18, 2004, at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. Along with a diverse slate of clinical sessions, the conference will explore nurses' impact in the political arena as both health care providers and patient advocates.
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<title>12/4/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Calendar of Events</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2003 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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2004:  American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) 35th Annual National Symposium, National ESRD Education Day, Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses, and Clinicians.  2005: American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) 36th Annual National Symposium. 
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<title>10/3/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Launches Education Campaign for Legislators</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311153</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Nurses invited policymakers to dialysis units nationwide to teach them about kidney disease. Legislators across the country are beginning to understand kidney disease like never before, thanks to a national campaign by the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA).
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<title>9/8/03 - Nephrology Nursing Community Mourns Passing of Janel Parker, Nationally Recognized Nephrology Nursing Leader</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The nephrology nursing community and the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) mourn the death of Janel Parker, MSN, RN, CNN, who died in Philadelphia, PA, August 26, 2003 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Janel was a nationally recognized authority on nephrology nursing practice and served ANNA and the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) in a variety of leadership positions for more than 20 years.
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<title>8/6/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Calendar of Events</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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2003:  National ESRD Education Day, Fall ANNA Audio Conference, Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurse Managers.  2004:  35th American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Annual National Symposium.
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<title>8/6/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association to Present Fall Meeting for Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses, and Clinicians</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) will hold its second annual Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses, and Clinicians on October 18-20, 2003, at the Savannah Marriott Riverfront in Savannah, GA.
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<title>6/9/2003 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association to Educate Legislators on August 15 'ESRD Day'</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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As part of a continuing effort to educate legislators and their staff members about the needs of patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD), the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) has designated August 15 as national ESRD Education Day. Dialysis is a critical service that the legislators' constituents receive as Medicare beneficiaries under the government’s ESRD reimbursement program.
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<title>5/21/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces Award Winners</title>
<link>http://www.annanurse.org/cgi-bin/WebObjects/ANNANurse.woa/wa/viewSection?s_id=1073744222&amp;tName=pressRelease&amp;od_id=805311147</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) distributed over $91,000 in nursing excellence scholarships, grants, and awards at its 34th National Symposium in Chicago, IL, in April.
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<title>5/21/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Awards Karen C. Robbins for Outstanding Service</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) recently presented Karen C. Robbins, MS, RN, CNN, with the association’s most prestigious honor, the Outstanding Contribution to ANNA Award.
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<title>5/9/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Convenes 34th National Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Over 1,400 nephrology nurses and health care professionals attended the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) 34th National Symposium on April 25-28, 2003 in Chicago, IL. The symposium also marked its largest exhibit hall ever, with 261 exhibitors representing 110 companies.
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<title>5/9/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Inducts New Officers</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The new officers of the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) assumed their positions at ANNA’s 34th National Symposium, April 25-28, 2003, in Chicago, IL.
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<title>4/21/2003 - Charlotte Szromba, Christy Price, and Mary Schira Appointed to the Nephrology Nursing Journal Editorial Board</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Charlotte Szromba, MSN, RN, NP, CS, CNN, of Chicago, Illinois; Christy Price, NP, of Salt Lake City, Utah; and Mary Schira, PhD, RN, CS, ACNP, of Arlington, Texas, have been appointed to the Nephrology Nursing Journal Editorial Board, effective immediately.
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<title>4/15/03 - Disaster Planning, Bioterrorism Threat to be Explored at American Nephrology Nurses' Association Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2003 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Recognizing that health care facilities across the country are focusing on disaster and bioterrorism readiness, the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) is offering a 1-day preconference on April 25 in Chicago on Preparing for Natural and Man-Made Disasters.
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<title>4/1/03 - ANNA Extends Relationship with Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. for Management Services through 2009</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2003 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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ANNA recently signed a new management services agreement, extending its longstanding relationship with the Association's management firm, Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ). The latest contract ensures that AJJ will provide national office services for ANNA through the year 2009.
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<title>3/19/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Convenes National Summit on Nephrology Nursing Shortage</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2003 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) sponsored an invitational summit on America's shortage of nephrology nurses on March 14-15, 2003 in Baltimore, MD. The summit was a call to action for members of the renal community who examined the issues surrounding the shortage, discussed creative solutions, and developed a prioritized plan to attract and retain qualified RNs to nephrology nursing.
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<title>2/11/03 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association to Convene National Summit on Nephrology Nursing Shortage</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2003 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) is sponsoring an invitational summit on America’s shortage of nephrology nurses on March 14-15, 2003 in Baltimore, MD. The summit is a call to action for members of the renal community who will examine the issues surrounding the shortage, discuss creative solutions, and develop a prioritized plan to attract and retain qualified RNs to nephrology nursing.
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<title>1/15/03 - Karen Robbins Appointed Nephrology Nursing Journal Associate Editor</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2003 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Karen C. Robbins, MS, RN, CNN, of West Hartford, CT, has been appointed Associate Editor of Nephrology Nursing Journal, effective immediately.
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<title>11/25/02 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Names Sally Russell Director of Education Services</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2002 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Sally Russell, MN, RN, BC, has been appointed as the Director of Education Services for the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA).
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<title>11/20/02 - Christine Mudge Appointed to Nephrology Nursing Journal Editorial Board</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2002 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Christine Mudge, MS, RN, PNPc, FAAN, CNN, of Mill Valley, California has been appointed to the Nephrology Nursing Journal Editorial Board, effective immediately.
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<title>10/4/02 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association New Dialysis Booklet Educates Legislators, Staff</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2002 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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As important legislation on dialysis reimbursement awaits action in Washington, states grapple with budget shortfalls and rising Medicaid costs, and regulatory issues flourish, the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) has published a new booklet designed to help educate policymakers at all levels and their staff about end stage renal disease (ESRD).
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<title>10/4/02 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Releases Position Statements on Nursing Shortage, Organ Donation</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2002 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Responding to the alarm bell that has been ringing for America's nursing shortage, the American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) has released a position statement describing implications of the shortage for nephrology patients and actions ANNA supports to forestall serious consequences.
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<title>9/24/02 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Offers Hemodialysis and Pediatric Fact Sheets On-line</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2002 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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School nurses and health care providers who only see a small number of patients with kidney disease may not have treatment guidelines at their fingertips. The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) recently solved that problem by posting four fact sheets on-line.
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<title>7/19/02 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Officers Inducted at National Symposium</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jul 2002 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The new officers of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) assumed their positions at ANNA’s 33rd National Symposium held May 23-26, 2002 in Orlando, FL. The officers were inducted during the Nephrology Nurse Day Recognition Luncheon on May 25.
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<title>7/10/02 - Well-Known Speakers Highlight Fall Meeting of the American Nephrology Nurses' Association</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2002 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) Fall Meeting for Nephrology Nurse Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses, and Clinicians will be held October 11-13, 2002, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Phoenix, AZ.
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<title>7/1/02 - Monograph Addresses Key Issues in the Transplant Population</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2002 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Nephrology Nursing Journal is pleased to announce the publication of its monograph on transplant issues in the June 2002 issue, volume 29, number 3. Transplantation is growing as a modality choice, and nephrology nurses must possess a broad knowledge of issues, ranging from preoperative and postoperative topics to financial concerns, in order to provide effective patient care.
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<title>4/29/02 - Beth Ulrich Appointed Editor of Nephrology Nursing Journal</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2002 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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 Beth Ulrich, EdD, RN, CHE, has been appointed the new Editor of Nephrology Nursing Journal, the official journal of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA), the ANNA Board of Directors has announced. Her appointment becomes effective June 1, 2002.
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<title>4/26/02 - Janel Parker Named Executive Director of Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2002 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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Janel Parker, MSN, RN, CNN, of Atlanta, GA, has been appointed to serve as the first full time executive director of the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC). As executive director Ms. Parker will provide leadership and day-to-day management to the Commission, including oversight of the NNCC certification program. 
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<title>3/13/02 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Publishes Advanced Practice Scope and Standards</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2002 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The advanced practice nurse (APN) has a unique and vital role in caring for patients with kidney disease. The APNs of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) developed the Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice in Nephrology Nursing (© 2002) to provide a description of the specialty’s advanced practice.
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<title>3/5/02 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association Announces National, Regional Election Results</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2002 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Caroline S. Counts, MSN, RN, CNN, has been chosen as national president-elect of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA). Ms. Counts’ responsibilities will include serving as a liaison between the Board of Directors and assigned committees, coordinating all functions of ANNA with the president, and assuming the president’s role in her absence. Ms. Counts is a nephrology nurse specialist for Dialysis Clinic, Inc. in Charleston, SC.
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<title>3/1/02 - Postconference Features Latest Developments in Care for Patients with HIV/AIDS and HIV Nephropathy</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2002 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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Over 1,400 nephrology nurses and health care professionals attended the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA) 34th National Symposium on April 25-28, 2003 in Chicago, IL. The symposium also marked its largest exhibit hall ever, with 261 exhibitors representing 110 companies.
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<title>2/19/02 - American Nephrology Nurses' Association National Symposium Presents Latest Clinical Advances, Urgent Issues Facing Nephrology Nurses</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2002 12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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The American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) has designed a 2002 National Symposium that weaves together advances in clinical practice, the challenges facing the nursing profession today, and the crucial health care issues that have emerged in a changing world.
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<title>10/1/01 - Michael Cunningham Appointed ANNA's Executive Director</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2001 12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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The ANNA Board of Directors has appointed Michael Cunningham as ANNA's Executive Director, effective October 1, 2001. Also effective this date, all national office, executive management responsibilities, and communications will be consolidated in the ANNA National Office located in Pitman, NJ.
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