Association of Child Neurology Nurses - ACNN

04/14/2023

Our next webinar is coming up NEXT WEEK! Join us for a presentation focused on headaches from Dr. Alma Bicknese with Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.

TITLE: Migraine Pathophysiology and Treatment
SPEAKER: Dr. Alma Bicknese, MD
DATE: Thursday, April 20th
TIME: 5:00 PM CT
REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/3KWSfZB

03/13/2023

ACNN award nominations close THIS WEEK!

This is your final chance to nominate a nurse and put them in the running to be recognized during the 2023 annual conference.

If you're interested in receiving funding for a research project related to nursing practice and care in the pediatric neurosciences, you can also apply for the Elizabeth F. Hobdell Research Grant Fund.

Start a submission: https://cvent.me/Yw8eOA

02/21/2023

Compassionate. Knowledgeable. Innovative.

Do any of these words describe your nursing colleagues? If so, help us highlight their great work by nominating them for an ACNN award!

All submissions are due Friday, March 17th at 11:59 CT.

https://cvent.me/Yw8eOA

02/17/2023

We know you're busy, so we're offering more time to submit an abstract for this year's ACNN conference!

The deadline for both podium and poster presentation abstracts is now FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH.

Get started: https://cvent.me/9Wzrd4

02/14/2023

Our members want to learn from YOU!

Abstract submissions for presentations at the 2023 ACNN conference close THIS WEEK, on Friday, February 17th.

If you're interested in presenting, don't wait--submit your abstract now!

https://cvent.me/9Wzrd4

02/13/2023

Today is International Epilepsy Day and the beginning of Seizure Action Plan Awareness Week!

Check out some great SAP resources at SeizureActionPlans.org.

Did you know that today is International Epilepsy Day and the start of Seizure Action Plan Awareness Week?

A seizure is a medical emergency. A Seizure Action Plan lets others know what to do in an emergency situation. All adults and children with epilepsy or another condition that causes seizures should have a SAP.

Get started at SeizureActionPlans.org

Epilepsy Foundation of America Seizure Action Plan Coalition

02/10/2023

Cure SMA is dedicated to the treatment and cure of spinal muscular atrophy. A great way to support this cause is to participate in a Walk-n-Roll in your area!

This is a nationwide fundraising program that brings communities together to support funding of life-changing research, resources, and programming for those impacted by SMA.

Find all of the scheduled Walk-n-Roll events here:

Exciting news! Registration is now open for our spring Walk-n-Roll season. It’s a new year, so make a resolution to help us cure spinal muscular atrophy by walking or rolling and fundraising for […]

02/03/2023

The world of child neurology needs professionals like you to share their extensive knowledge of practice and advancements in the field. What better way to spread this information than by presenting at ACNN's 2023 conference?

Whether you're an expert in epilepsy, neuroimmunology, genetics, or any other areas related to child neurology, we encourage you to submit an abstract to speak at our 2023 conference.

Abstract submissions close in TWO WEEKS on February 17th, 2023.

Learn more: https://cvent.me/9Wzrd4

02/01/2023

Know a nurse who deserves to be recognized? Nominate them for an ACNN award!

We're currently accepting nominations for all of our awards and grants.

- Claire Chee Excellence in Child Neurology Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner Excellence in Child Neurology Nursing
- Innovative Clinical Practice Award
- Elizabeth F. Hobdell Research Grant Fund
- Education Travel Award Grant

Submissions are due Friday, March 17th!

Get started: https://cvent.me/Yw8eOA

01/27/2023

Are you ready to make a job change? Seeking new employees for your institution?

Use ACNN's career center to help with your search!

This online tool allows you to post and browse open positions and filter based on job title, keywords, location, and more. We want to make it easier to connect talent with opportunity.

Get started: https://careersneurologynurses.org/

01/24/2023

Have you registered for this month's webinar?

Join us in ONE WEEK for Dr. Joanna Blackburn's presentation titled "Overview of Movement Disorders in Children."

Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM Central Time
Location: Zoom
Register here: https://cvent.me/MzL2RQ

01/20/2023

Nominations for the 2023 ACNN awards are now open!

We want to recognize the ACNN members who are making great contributions to our field. If you would like to nominate yourself or a colleague for any of this year's awards, please complete your submission by March 17, 2023.

Click here to see the criteria for each award and start a nomination: https://cvent.me/Yw8eOA