Education and Events Calendar

AANA Events and Continuing Education Programs

Professional development is at the heart of the AANA’s mission. To get the latest information on upcoming events and continuing education programs, visit the AANA website.

AANA EVENTS & EDUCATION

Aug
7
Fri
VTANA Business Meeting @ Three Stallion Inn
Aug 7 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Colleagues and friends,

Please join us for an important gathering at the beautiful Three Stallion Inn in Randolph, VT. We will be voting on the proposed VTANA Bylaw changes that were distributed recently. To review the proposed Bylaws, please click here.
This will be an evening to enjoy a wonderful meal, reconnect with fellow CRNAs and to accomplish some business as well.
Please contact Nicole Stone or Becky Barski with any questions regarding the proposed bylaw changes or the meeting itself.
Nicole Stone [email protected]
Becky Barski

 

Sep
13
Sun
Critical Incident Peer Support Training @ Spectacular Events Center
Sep 13 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Adverse medical events can be devastating!

The Maine Association of Nurse Anesthetists will host “Critical Incident Peer Support Training,” a conference for managers, leaders and providers. The conference will be held on Sunday, Sept. 13 from 8am-4pm at the Spectacular Events Center in Bangor, Maine.

This conference will cover:

  • How to emotionally support providers through an adverse medical event
  • How to bring a peer support program into your practice or facility
  • Principles in providing patient apology and disclosures

This course includes 7 CE credits.

Keynote Speaker
Dr. Stephen Pratt and Linda Kenney from Medically Induced Trauma Support Services in Boston, MA.

Course Registration
Registration Fee: $100 NAMe Affiliate
$150 Non-NAMe Affiliate
$200 after Sept. 1 registration deadline
Lunch is included
Download registration form here

Registration Payment
Please send payment by check to Nurse Anesthesia of Maine
Attn: Peer Support
141 North Main Street
Ste. 205
Brewer, ME 04412
Note: Please include your email address on the check for confirmation purposes.

For more information, please contact Laura Schneider at [email protected]. Please include “Peer Support” in the subject line of your email. You can also contact Laura by phone at (207) 992-4032.

Oct
10
Sat
The New England Assembly Meeting @ The Sable Oaks Marriott
Oct 10 – Oct 11 all-day

The New England Assembly Meeting
Hosted by the Maine Association of Nurse Anesthetists

Mark your calendar for the New England Assembly Meeting, October 10-11, 2015. Stay tuned for more details about this annual event!

Jan
29
Fri
VTANA Annual Lobby Day @ Vermont Statehouse
Jan 29 all-day
VTANA will host its annual Lobby Day at the Vermont Statehouse on January 29. This annual event gives VTANA the opportunity to promote the work of CRNAs in Vermont’s healthcare system. VTANA members will meet in the Card Room at the Statehouse to talk with Vermont legislators. The event will culminate with the reading of a proclamation to lawmakers recognizing CRNAs in Vermont.

Please RSVP to Nicole Stone at [email protected] if you would plan to attend the VTANA Annual Lobby Day.

Jun
24
Fri
VTANA Business Meeting & Election of Officers @ Michael's on the Hill
Jun 24 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Vermont Association of Nurse Anesthetists (VTANA) will hold its 2016 Business Meeting and Election of Officers on June 24 at Michael’s on the Hill in Waterbury Center, VT. This meeting will include a VTANA update and the election of our 2017 officers.

The meeting will begin at 6pm with cocktails, followed by dinner.

Please RSVP by June 20th to [email protected].

Slate of Candidates

President
John Stitt, Jericho
University of Vermont Medical Center

President-Elect
Ashley Norris, South Burlington
Porter Medical Center

Co-Treasurer/Secretaries
Charles Murray, West Burke
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital

David Hetzelt, St. Johnsbury
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital

Trustee
Rebecca Barski, West Charleston
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital

Sep
30
Fri
NEANA Fall 2016 Conference @ Foxwoods Resort Casino
Sep 30 @ 8:00 am – Oct 2 @ 5:00 pm

Banner_Email_2016NEANA_1Save the Date! The 2016 NEANA Conference will be held at the Foxwoods Casino Resort in Mashantucket, CT on Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 2016. More details coming in 2016!

Mar
24
Fri
VTANA Spring Meeting @ NECI on Main
Mar 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

The Vermont Association of Nurse Anesthetists (VTANA) invites you to join us for the 2017 VTANA Spring Meeting. The meeting will be held at NECI on Main in Montpelier. Following is an overview of the meeting agenda:

AGENDA

  • Upcoming meeting attendance/student sponsorship
  • Opt-out agenda/committee formation
  • Bylaws revision
  • Memorial gift for Chuck Murray
  • Needs assessment survey

MEETING DETAILS
Friday, March 24
NECI on Main
118 Main St., Montpelier
Wine Room
Cocktails: 6-6:30pm
Dinner and meeting to follow

Please RSVP by March 10 to Ashley Norris at [email protected]

Mar
31
Fri
NEANA Spring Conference – Burlington, MA
Mar 31 @ 8:00 am – Apr 2 @ 5:00 pm

The New England Assembly of Nurse Anesthetists (NEANA) invites you to attend the 2017 NEANA Spring Meeting on March 31-April 2 at the Boston Burlingon Marriott in Burlington, MA. This action-packed 3-day educational and networking event will feature some of the nation’s leading instructors, trending course topics, and an opportunity to earn 20 continuing educational credits. This is also a great opportunity to network with your peers throughout the New England area.

Learn More