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July 10, 2023 Evaluation Time AMSN President's Message, July 2023 It’s that time of year — evaluation time! Each year, we complete peer and self-evaluations which is an opportunity to provide feedback for others and to promote the great work we have been doing all year. Sometimes evaluations can be a little intimidating. We think we did a great job, but does our manager feel the same way?
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October 04, 2022 Oh, What a Time! WoW! CEO’s October Message for the AMSN Blog

I just returned home from AMSN’s 31st annual convention in San Antonio and it was incredible to be with our members and attendees in person!

I didn’t realize just how much I missed the in-person interaction that convention provides. I knew I missed seeing the attendees and spending time with them, but the joy being with the attendees brought me and the healing to my soul was beyond what I expected.

September 30, 2022 Be Strategic With Your Time AMSN President’s October 2022 Message

Fall is upon us, and despite my first name, it is my favorite season. The cool morning breezes replace the stifling heat and humidity of the summer, and the seasonable temperatures improve my chances of going for long walks.

As the seasons change, I often find myself evaluating my goals and my progress in accomplishing them since the year will be ending soon. I have certainly achieved some of them, still have time to accomplish 1 or 2 more, but there are a couple I know I won’t attain this year.

August 31, 2022 It’s Almost Here: AMSN’s Return to an In-person Convention CEO’s August Message for the AMSN Blog It’s almost here! AMSN’s annual convention is just around the corner, and we’re hard at work putting the final touches on the first in-person convention since 2019. It’s been a rough couple of years, and that’s why we’re doing our very best to ensure the best possible experience in San Antonio.
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August 31, 2022 Convention is Upon Us! AMSN President’s September 2022 Message AMSN’s annual convention is in just a few short weeks in San Antonio, Texas (September 29-October 2). It is so exciting to think about being together for the first time in over two years after having virtual conventions in 2020 and 2021.
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June 01, 2022 AMSN President’s June Message for the AMSN Blog It is Time to Embrace Turnover

Nursing turnover is a constant in healthcare and produces many challenges including a high cost because the cost to replace an individual nurse can range from $33,000 to $64,000 depending on the specialty area. When a nurse leaves their practice area, no matter what the reason, it is most often seen negatively.

April 13, 2022 Volunteering with MSNCB Talk the Talk & Walk the Walk

There is an adage that says, “Talk the Talk & Walk the Walk.” Essentially, it means that what you say you should do!

April 05, 2022 Shining a Light on Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Among the U.S. population, 7-8 percent will have PTSD at some point in their lives. Approximately 10 percent of women and 4 percent of men develop PTSD at some point in their lives.
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February 13, 2022 3 Ways to Increase LGBTQIA+ Inclusivity at Work Create a workplace that is more inclusive for LGBTQIA+ employees According to the 2021 US Census Bureau's Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in the Household Pulse Survey, approximately 8% of adults self-identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender.
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February 08, 2022 It Takes a Village A Thank you to our Premier Partners

Did you know that AMSN partners with several organizations to provide resources, education, and support to members?

In 2020, AMSN launched a Premier Partners program, to bring year-round opportunities to select partner organizations. Our first partner, Medtronic, has worked with AMSN on education, evidence-based research, and clinical content.