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The American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN) occasionally invites members to assist the association in meeting their goals by volunteering to serve on a task force. Members are informed of new volunteer opportunities via email as new projects and initiatives are established. Work is accomplished via conference calls, screen sharing platforms, and email.
ONGOING TASK FORCES
Ambulatory Care Nursing Review Questions Revision Task Force
Purpose
AAACN has convened a Task Force to revise and expand the Ambulatory Care Nursing Review Questions to align with the updated Core Curriculum for Ambulatory Care Nursing. This essential resource will help nurses prepare for the ANCC Ambulatory Care Nursing Board Certification examination.
The revised study tool will feature multiple-choice questions formatted like the exam, complete with correct answers, rationales, and references to the corresponding pages in the Core Curriculum. Developed alongside the latest Core Curriculum revision, this resource will provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date support for your certification journey.
Members
Chair/Editor
Kathleen Martinez, MSN, RN, CPN, CIC
Board Liaison
Julie Alban, DNP, MPH, AMB-BC
Task Force Members
Carrie Brumbaugh, BSN, RN, CPN
Eleanor Chapital, MSN, RN, AMB-BC, PhD
Diane Grimm, BSN, RN, AMB-BC, PGMT-BC
Melissa Holmes, MSN, RN, AMB-BC
Cara Hough, BSN, RN-BC
Mari Ann Lewis, MSN-Ed, AMB-BC, NPD-BC
Yesenia Navarro-Pais, MSN, RN, CPHON, AMB-BC
Llorey Reyes-Buni, MSN, AMB-BC, CNN
Amy Stacey, MSN, RN, AMB-BC
Kathleen Martinez, MSN, RN, CPN, CIC
Core Curriculum for Ambulatory Care Nursing Revision Task Force
Purpose
The Core Curriculum is one of the most essential, foundational textbooks available for ambulatory care nursing. It provides the latest in-depth knowledge across the continuum, and it is used by nurses to prepare for the ambulatory care nursing certification exam, and as a resource for training and continuing education. This book adds tremendous value to your practice, providing a deeper, broader knowledge spanning all aspects of the specialty, as well as knowledge critical for nurses' leadership, education, and research success.
AAACN has commissioned a new Task Force to revise the Core Curriculum for Ambulatory Care Nursing, 4th Edition, published in 2019, and create the 5th edition, which will include changes and progress within the industry, particularly within telehealth arena.
Mentorship Program Task Force
Purpose
AAACN has created the Mentorship Program Task Force to give our members the opportunity to become a mentor to share their expertise, foster professional growth, and make a lasting impact on a fellow nurse's career journey.
As a mentee, this program is designed to connect you with an experienced mentor who can provide guidance, share insights, and help to navigate your career journey with confidence.
Members
Chair
Na Lim Heo, MDiv, MSN, RN
Board Liaison
Andrea Petrovanie-Green, MSN, RN, AMB-BC
Task Force Members
Torrie Bonnet, MSN, RN, NE-BC, NPD-BC
Kimberly Burkeen, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Angela Hall, MN, RN
Chrystal Lewis, PhD, RN
Christina Madriz, MBA, MSN, RN, CENP
Jamia Thomas
Na Lim Heo, MDiv, MSN, RN
Nursing Excellence Task Force
Purpose
The Nursing Excellence Task Force was established to explore bold new opportunities for recognizing excellence in ambulatory care nursing. Composed of experienced and passionate AAACN members, the group is charged with examining how the organization could better support professional recognition at both the individual and organizational levels. Their work focuses on identifying innovative, meaningful ways to validate expertise and elevate the specialty.
Modeled after national recognition programs such as ENA’s Lantern Award, AACN’s Beacon Award, and ANCC’s Magnet and Pathway designations, the task force will investigate the feasibility of launching an Exemplary Ambulatory Nursing Practice Designation, microbadging for ambulatory care practitioners and faculty, and the creation of an AAACN Fellowship Program to honor distinguished leaders. Over the course of a year, this group will assess the potential benefits, costs, timelines, and implementation challenges associated with each initiative. Their final recommendations will be submitted to the AAACN Board and will guide the future of recognition and advancement in ambulatory care nursing.
Members
Chair
Rachel Start, MSN, NEA-BC, RN, FAAN
Board Liaison
Ann Marie Matlock, RN, DNP, NE-BC
Task Force Members
Elizabeth Carreira, MSBA, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, CPPS, AMB-BC
Sue Fowler, PhD, RN, CRRN, NE-BC, NPD-BC, FCNS
Laura Koke, MSN, RN, CPHON, CPN
Roxanne Kuroski, MSN, RN, AMB-BC
Chrystal Lewis, PhD, RN
Ashley Marston, PhD(c), MSN, BS, MN, NE-BC
Kathy Morgan-Gorman, DNP, MSM, RN, NE-BC
Edtrina Moss, PhD, RN, MBA, NE-BC, AMB-BC, CPHQ, CLSSGB
Jacqueline Nikpour, PhD, RN
Melissa Quaid, MHL, BSN, RN, NE-BC, AMB-BC
Nancy Sanchez, DNP, MS, BSN, NEA-BC, RNC, CCRN
Cara Spencer, PhD, RN, FNP-BC
Giovanna Zito, MSN, RN, CMSRN, AMHFA
Rachel Start, MSN, NEA-BC, RN, FAAN