As the year comes to an end, we have much to celebrate. In less than six months, ANA-Ohio was established and approved as the American Nurses Association state organizational affiliate. Distinguished by robust programs and a rapid growth, the membership…

Introduction ANA-Ohio held the inaugural annual meeting on September 23, 2023. Prior to the event, a reception was hosted the previous evening. In this article, we will share our thoughts about these important gatherings and how the meeting theme was…

Continuing education (CE) is required for nursing relicensure in Ohio and a number of other states. Continuing education is also required for initial and/or ongoing certification in specific areas of nursing practice. Regardless of the requirements, many nurses consider continuing…

On June 15-17th I had the pleasure of being one of nine ANA-Ohio members attending the ANA Membership Assembly. It was wonderful being recognized as the newest ANA C/SNA and having everyone go up on the stage to place our…

Khaliah Fisher-Grace, PhD, RN, CPHQ, PCCN-K, will begin the role of Director-at-Large as part of the American Nurses Association (ANA) board of directors starting January 1, 2024. In June this year, the ANA’s Membership Assembly elected nine new board members…

Introduction Are you thinking about continuing your education in nursing? Nurses play a pivotal role in meeting the demands of a rapidly changing healthcare system. With nurses leading change efforts to advance health and an increasing focus on competency, many…