Maine Emergency Nurses Association

06/03/2026

🍬🚑 Maine ENA on the Move!

Recently, Maine ENA President Kelly Collins stopped by St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor to deliver a little candy, a lot of gratitude, and a heartfelt thank you to the Emergency Department team.

Unfortunately, the department was so busy caring for patients that there wasn't even time to gather everyone for a staff photo — and honestly, that's the perfect reflection of emergency nursing. When patients need us, they always come first.

St. Joseph Hospital's Emergency Department serves the Bangor region and surrounding communities with compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to providing exceptional care when people need it most. Every day, their nurses, providers, technicians, and support staff work tirelessly to care for patients experiencing some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

While we may not have captured a picture, we did capture something even more important — the dedication, teamwork, and heart that make emergency nursing so special.

Thank you to the entire St. Joseph Hospital Emergency Department team for all you do for your patients, families, and community. Your hard work never goes unnoticed. ❤️

And remember... you never know when a Maine ENA Board member may stop by your Emergency Department with a sweet treat and a sincere thank you!

06/02/2026

Fall education day coming in October! We have a BIG day coming and it’s going to be AMAZING!! We want to include you in deciding speakers! Please submit a summary application if you are wanting to present, encourage others to submit as well! Thank you!!
So far the Date will be in October. We will have the final date to you all very soon!

Thank you for your continued support!

06/01/2026

🍬🚑 Maine ENA on the Move!

Maine ENA President Kelly Collins stopped by MaineHealth Waldo Hospital in Belfast to share some candy, gratitude, and appreciation with the incredible Emergency Department team.

Waldo Hospital represents the very best of Maine community and critical access emergency care. Recently recognized by Maine EMS for Children with the prestigious Pediatric Innovator designation for pediatric readiness, Waldo’s ED continues to demonstrate what preparation, teamwork, and excellence look like. Their emergency department achieved an impressive pediatric readiness score of 94 — a testament to their commitment to caring for Maine’s children.

That teamwork and dedication were also on full display during the recent tragic Searsmont fire. Alongside neighboring hospitals and EMS partners, Waldo Hospital quickly stabilized and transferred critically injured patients, helping ensure they reached higher levels of trauma care when minutes mattered most.

These moments remind us that while trauma centers often receive recognition, the lifesaving work begins long before transport. Our community and critical access hospitals are the front line — assessing, stabilizing, comforting families, coordinating transfers, and carrying the emotional toll of these events long after the ambulances leave.

To the Waldo ED team — and to all of Maine’s community and critical access emergency departments along with our trauma centers — thank you. Your skill, resilience, and compassion save lives every day and do not go unnoticed. ❤️

And remember… you never know when a Maine ENA Board member may stop by your Emergency Department unexpectedly with candy and gratitude in hand.

05/31/2026

🍬❤️ Maine ENA on the Move!

A quick hello and heartfelt thank you from Maine ENA President Kelly Collins. Today’s travels were filled with gratitude for the incredible Emergency Department teams across our state who show up every day with compassion, skill, and resilience.

Please remember — Maine ENA is here for YOU. Whether it is education, networking, leadership opportunities, advocacy, or simply connection with fellow emergency nurses, we want to hear from you.

If your ED has questions, ideas, or would love a surprise visit from Maine ENA, please reach out. We are stronger together.

Thank you for all you do for Maine patients and communities. !!

05/31/2026

🍬🚑 Maine ENA on the Move!

Today, Maine ENA President Kelly Collins made a sweet surprise stop at NL MCMH in Ellsworth to say hello, share some candy, and offer heartfelt thanks to the Emergency Department team.

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital serves Downeast Maine and surrounding communities with 24/7 emergency care, providing vital services to residents and visitors alike. From everyday emergencies to life-changing moments, their ED team stands ready with compassion, skill, and dedication.

Thank you to the incredible emergency nurses, physicians, techs, and support staff who continue to show up for their community every single day. Your work matters and your kindness does not go unnoticed. ❤️

And remember… you never know when a Maine ENA Board member may stop by your Emergency Department unexpectedly with candy and gratitude in hand!

05/30/2026

🍬🚑 Maine ENA on the Move!

You never know when Maine ENA leadership may stop by your Emergency Department with candy, gratitude, and a quick hello!

Today, Maine ENA President Kelly Collins stopped in at Mount Desert Island Hospital in beautiful Bar Harbor. MDI Hospital and its Emergency Department play a vital role in caring for island residents, seasonal visitors, and coastal communities, providing 24/7 emergency care in one of Maine’s most unique and busy regions.

From summer tourism surges to caring for neighbors year-round, the MDI ED team continues to show dedication, compassion, and emergency nursing excellence.

Thank you to the incredible staff at MDI Hospital for all you do for your patients and community. ❤️

And remember… keep an eye out… a Maine ENA Board member may just stop by your ED unexpectedly with a sweet treat and a heartfelt thank you!

05/29/2026

Congratulations Waldo and your team!

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05/29/2026

🍬🚑 Surprise visits may be coming your way!

Did you know that Maine ENA leadership may just pop into your Emergency Department unexpectedly…with candy in hand and gratitude in our hearts?

Today, Maine ENA President Kelly Collins stopped by the Emergency Department at Mid Coast Hospital in Brunswick to say hello and had the pleasure of meeting Hunter, ER Nurse!

Mid Coast Hospital’s Emergency Department serves the Midcoast region 24/7, caring for patients and families when they need it most. Thank you to Hunter and the entire Mid Coast ED team for the work you do every single day. Your compassion, skill, and dedication do not go unnoticed. ❤️

So keep an eye out… you never know when a Maine ENA Board member may stop by your department with a sweet treat and a heartfelt thank you!

If you would like a visit to say hi, discuss how we can support your ED, or to highlight a project your ED is working on Please message us!

05/27/2026

Hey everyone!! Don’t forget to get your raffle tickets!!!

🚨 Do you enjoy helping out in the name of education… but you also love Soccer ⚽️???

🗣️Oh boy do we have a deal for you!! We are raffling off two tickets to a Hearts of Pine match on July 24!

🎟️ raffle tickets are 1 for $5 or 5 for $20!

You will be helping the Maine ENA raise money for our education day! Please scan the code or click the link, don’t forget to provide your email address incase you win!!

Thank you for your continued support!
Raffle closes June 20th!

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05/25/2026

From the Maine ENA Board of Directors, we pause this Memorial Day to honor and remember the fallen service members who gave their lives in defense of our country.
Emergency nurses witness courage every day, and today we reflect on a different kind of courage—the selfless sacrifice of those who never returned home.
We also recognize the legacy of military nurses and medics who served beside them, bringing compassion and care in the most difficult conditions.
Their sacrifice is remembered. Their service is honored. Their memory lives on.
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