AMSN & MSNCB

02/17/2026

Due to staffing needs, medical-surgical nurses may not always feel they have the autonomy to advocate for maintaining a sitter to mitigate patient falls. Learn how one hospital developed a tool to help determine the appropriateness of maintaining or discontinuing patient sitters, putting patient safety first while supporting nurses’ critical-thinking skills.

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Medical-surgical nursing staff have a significant impact on preventing patient falls and maintaining patient safety. One way hospitals can mitigate patient falls in the confused population is by utilizing sitters at the bedside. A sitter is a staff member who remains at the patient’s bedside based...

02/17/2026

Looking for expert-level feedback on your latest manuscript? Join us in Chicago June 5-7 for the AMSN Journal Writing Workshop!

This exclusive opportunity will leave you with the confidence and ability to:
✏️ Develop and submit a manuscript using an editorial management system
✏️ Apply APA formatting to tables and figures
✏️ Comprehend authorship guidelines
✏️ And more!

Spots are limited, register now: https://amsn.org/Events/AMSN-Journal-Writing-Workshop

02/13/2026

Deltra Muoki, Ph.D., APRN, AGNP-C, CMSRN, CNE, NE-BC, CPHQ, began her nursing career as a certified nursing assistant in a long-term care facility, not knowing then that her journey would span the full spectrum of nursing. Learn about Dr. Muoki's path from bedside care to scientific inquiry and the importance of honoring every stage of the nursing journey and understanding that every role in nursing matters.
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When I first stepped into the long-term care (LTC) facility as a newly certified nursing assistant (CNA), I didn’t know that I was beginning a journey that would span the full spectrum of nursing, from bedside care to scientific inquiry. What I did know was that I wanted to help people. I wanted t...

02/12/2026

Have you caught the latest episode of the INS Podcast? 🎙️
It features AMSN President Kristi Reguin-Hartman, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC alongside Med‑Surg Moments host Hayley Sweetser, sharing thoughtful conversation and real‑world insight you won’t want to miss.
https://www.learningcenter.ins1.org/podcasts

02/11/2026

The AMSN Convention is where medical-surgical nurses connect, learn, and grow as leaders in practice and scholarship. The AMSN Convention Grant helps remove financial barriers—providing support so more nurses can attend, learn, and bring new knowledge back to their teams.
Apply now and invest in your professional journey: https://amsncbaward.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/263/home

02/11/2026

Why did you pursue certification? How has earning your CMSRN impacted your career? We want to hear your story! 💬

Share your ➡️ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TMDTXJ5

02/11/2026

Check out the latest episode of ! From navigating learning curves to handling new challenges, we’re diving into the real‑world experiences that shape nurses beyond the classroom.
🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hyJduM3aHDPvnDWNvHH2o?si=ca6b5e8b5ee34b12
🎧 Apply: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-170-meet-our-two-new-co-hosts-what-they-didnt-teach/id1452005187?i=1000749060011

02/10/2026

Big updates for ! We’re excited to welcome a refreshed host lineup with familiar voices returning and new perspectives joining the mic. They’re kicking things off with a brand‑new episode dropping tomorrow.
Stay tuned for the conversations you love, plus a few new ones you’ll want to hear. 🎧

02/06/2026

When time and nursing staff resources are limited, the importance of a “hands-on” bedside shift change report between the oncoming and outgoing nurses can be critical. Learn how one hospital uses bedside shift report between nursing staff to help develop and enhance nursing expertise.
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How do nurses learn? As a clinical nurse on a surgical acute care unit in a large academic hospital for more than 11 years, I had a sudden reflection on this question and our learning opportunities. Other professional care team members have routine opportunities for individual and interprofessional....

02/04/2026

Invest in your writing as a medical-surgical nurse scholar.🖊️ Join AMSN’s Journal Writing Workshop, June 5-7 in Chicago and gain expert mentorship and meaningful feedback on your manuscripts. Register now, as space is limited.
https://amsn.org/Events/AMSN-Journal-Writing-Workshop

02/04/2026

📚 Studying for CMSRN? Maintaining your certification?
CMSRN resources are designed to help you study smarter, get certified, and stay current — all in one place.
🔗 Discover our CMSRN resources: https://www.msncb.org/CMSRN/Resources

02/03/2026

Put your research and latest projects on display in Palm Springs! AMSN is currently accepting poster abstracts for the 2026 AMSN Convention.

Learn more about poster requirements and submit by March 8: https://amsn.org/Events/2026-AMSN-Convention/Call-for-Poster-Abstracts