AAACN members are the backbone of our association.
Home health, primary care, pediatrics, telehealth, schools and clinics, ambulatory care nurses are everywhere. Thank you for making a difference in the ambulatory care nursing world.
AAACN Member Spotlight
Edtrina Moss, PhD, RN, NE-BC, AMB-BC, CPHQ, CLSSGB
AAACN is proud to honor Edtrina Moss, a member since 2011, for her remarkable service to both AAACN and the nursing profession.
Within AAACN, Dr. Moss currently serves as Co-Editor of the Core Curriculum for Ambulatory Care Nursing, 5th edition, and is a member of the Research Committee, the Leadership SIG Advisory Committee, and the Nursing Excellence Task Force.
Her AAACN involvement over the years has been extensive, including roles as CCTM reviewer and author, and a vital member of multiple volunteer groups, including the Academic-Practice Partnerships Guidelines Task Force, Legislative Team, and significantly, Editor of the Scope and Standards of Practice for Professional Ambulatory Care Nursing, 10th Edition. She was also the recipient of the 2023 AAACN Conference Scholarship and has attended multiple annual conferences.
Beyond AAACN, Dr. Moss was recently appointed to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Commission on Pathway to Excellence (COPE) as the ambulatory care representative. In this national leadership role, she will help shape the strategic direction of the Pathway to Excellence and Well-Being Excellence programs. Her contributions will elevate the voice of nurses, support healthier and more joyful practice environments, and ensure these programs remain meaningful and impactful for nurses and healthcare organizations worldwide.
Through her leadership, scholarship, and passion for advancing nursing practice, Dr. Moss continues to make a lasting impact on AAACN, ambulatory care nursing, and the broader profession.
AAACN Inspiring Leaders
2022
Ambulatory Care Nursing: Quickly Evolving and in Demand
AAACN Past President E. Mary Johnson, BSN, RN-BC, NE-BC, discusses why ambulatory care nursing is one of the most critical and in-demand nursing specialties today in an interview with Nurse.com.
Why Career Choices for Nurses Are Broader Than Ever Before
AAACN Director Eileen Esposito, DNP, RN-BC, CPHQ, was published recently in a special health care supplement for Mediaplanet, letting the public know the crucial role of ambulatory care nurses and how the pandemic has brought their roles in public health, complex care, telehealth, and leadership to the forefront.
2021
Bonding with Patients: AAACN President Interviewed About Ambulatory Care Nursing
“Ambulatory care nurses meet people where life is lived: in schools, community centers, clinics, and in their homes,” AAACN President Kathleen Martinez tells Minority Nurse, in this interview on ambulatory care nursing careers.
The Roles of Ambulatory Care Nurses During These Times and Beyond
Kathleen Martinez was interviewed for a special “Nurse Appreciation” campaign published by Mediaplanet and distributed nationwide in USA Today.
Preparing RNs for emerging roles in primary care
AAACN member Dr. Kae Rivers Livsey recently co-authored an article, “Preparing RNs for Emerging Roles in Primary Care," for ANA's American Nurse. Included are important points about AAACN's work on NSIs.AAACN member Dr. Kae Rivers Livsey recently co-authored an article, “Preparing RNs for Emerging Roles in Primary Care," for ANA's American Nurse. Included are important points about AAACN's work on NSIs.
Opportunities, barriers and hopes for a vital component of healthcare providers
In a recent interview with Repertoire Magazine, AAACN President-Elect Deena Gilland explains how ambulatory care nurses are handling COVID-19 and "the wave of patients who need care outside the acute care setting."
The Role of Telehealth Nursing in Healthcare
More than ever before, patients and providers turned to telehealth during the pandemic. This has many leaders and experts in the health care industry rethinking patient care delivery and streamlining processes, Margaree Jordan-Amberg, AAACN Telehealth Special Interest Group Chair, says in this interview with Northwest Missouri State University.
Scholarships & Awards
The American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN) scholarships and awards are funded through the Silent Auction held at the annual conference, and through private donations.
The DAISY Foundation
The DAISY Foundation was established to express gratitude to exceptional nurses worldwide. DAISY awards honor nurses in various practice settings, including ambulatory care nursing.
Discover how to initiate your organization’s DAISY Award for ambulatory care nursing today.
The applications for DAISY's various grant programs are now open.
To date, The DAISY Foundation has given over $900,000 in grants to nurses for research, evidence-based practice projects, and medical missions.