American Association of Heart Failure Nurses - AAHFN

American Association of Heart Failure Nurses - AAHFN The AAHFN is a specialty organization dedicated to advancing nursing education, clinical practice and research to improve heart failure patient outcomes.
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Heart failure is our exclusive interest and passion. Our goal is to set the standards for heart failure nursing care.

In the KnowCardiomyopathies encompass a wide range of myocardial diseases caused by factors such as hypertension, alcoho...
11/05/2025

In the Know
Cardiomyopathies encompass a wide range of myocardial diseases caused by factors such as hypertension, alcohol use, valvular disease, and genetic conditions. Despite advances, hypertensive heart disease remains a significant global burden.

Read more: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2025.08.015

Today is Election Day — a reminder that every voice matters, every vote counts. As healthcare professionals, we have a r...
11/04/2025

Today is Election Day — a reminder that every voice matters, every vote counts. As healthcare professionals, we have a responsibility not only to our patients, but to our communities at large. Go to the polls, make your voice heard, and help shape the future of health, equity, and policy.

AAHFN Advocacy Alert: A government shutdown means no telehealth coverage—patients lose access to essential care. You can...
11/04/2025

AAHFN Advocacy Alert: A government shutdown means no telehealth coverage—patients lose access to essential care. You can help protect and expand telehealth services by contacting your legislators today.

Support these key bills:
CONNECT for Health Act (H.R. 4206 / S. 1261) – Makes permanent telehealth flexibilities.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1261/text

Telehealth Modernization Act (H.R. 5081 / S. 2709) – Extends Medicare telehealth coverage through FY2027 and expands in-home options for cardiopulmonary rehab.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5081/text

Your voice matters—act now to ensure continued access to vital telehealth services!

You spoke, and we listened! Our recent needs assessment survey revealed a strong desire for advanced, clinically applica...
11/03/2025

You spoke, and we listened! Our recent needs assessment survey revealed a strong desire for advanced, clinically applicable education that you can use right away.

Top topics you want to explore include:
• Hemodynamics
• Cardiac Devices
• Echocardiogram Interpretation
• Cardiogenic Shock

We’re committed to bringing you high-impact education to advance your practice and improve patient outcomes. Stay tuned for upcoming learning opportunities!

One of the many benefits of AAHFN membership is access to Heart & Lung, the Journal of Cardiopulmonary and Acute Care. S...
11/02/2025

One of the many benefits of AAHFN membership is access to Heart & Lung, the Journal of Cardiopulmonary and Acute Care. Stay informed on the latest research and best practices in heart failure nursing.

Join us on Nov. 20, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET for a free live webinar designed to help heart failure patients and caregivers s...
11/01/2025

Join us on Nov. 20, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET for a free live webinar designed to help heart failure patients and caregivers stay healthy during the busy holiday season. Share this as a resource for your patients and their loved ones!

Register here: https://ow.ly/h7Zp50XjFX4

AAHFN is excited to introduce our Treasurer, Amy Corcoran, RN, BSN, CHFN! Amy is a dedicated Heart Failure Nurse at Oreg...
11/01/2025

AAHFN is excited to introduce our Treasurer, Amy Corcoran, RN, BSN, CHFN! Amy is a dedicated Heart Failure Nurse at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon, where she serves as a bedside nurse, staff educator, and heart failure champion. She is an active participant on the Unit-Based Nursing Practice Council, Magnet Committee, and Heart Failure Best Practice Committee. Amy has shared her expertise as both a speaker and moderator at numerous events and continues to make a lasting impact through her leadership as Chairperson of the AAHFN Membership Committee.

AAHFN is seeking the next Associate Editor of The Connection newsletter for the 2026–2027 term! This is an exciting oppo...
10/31/2025

AAHFN is seeking the next Associate Editor of The Connection newsletter for the 2026–2027 term! This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated member to contribute to the voice of AAHFN and help shape the future of our publication. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong writing and editorial skills, organization, creativity, and a commitment to advancing heart failure nursing through communication and collaboration. Shadowing begins June 2026, with full editorial responsibilities starting June 2027. Interested candidates should submit a letter of intent, peer-reviewed published articles, and a CV to Cindy Tavormina at ctavormina@aahfn.org

Showcase your work at the AAHFN 2026 Annual Conference as we explore What’s New. What’s Now. What’s Next. in HF care. Sh...
10/31/2025

Showcase your work at the AAHFN 2026 Annual Conference as we explore What’s New. What’s Now. What’s Next. in HF care. Share your insights, elevate your impact, and help shape the future of the field.

Submission Deadline is December 2nd: https://ow.ly/FNez50Xj8hj

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to honor survivors, support those currently battling the disease, and re...
10/31/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to honor survivors, support those currently battling the disease, and remember those we’ve lost.

As heart failure nurses, we know the importance of early detection, compassionate care, and comprehensive support throughout every stage of treatment. Together, we can raise awareness and promote prevention through education and advocacy.

Pearls of PracticeUnderstanding the relationship between heart failure and ejection fraction is key to improving patient...
10/30/2025

Pearls of Practice
Understanding the relationship between heart failure and ejection fraction is key to improving patient outcomes.

Explore Navigating Heart Failure: A Plain-Language Summary to Empower People with Heart Failure by Code, J., Sauer, A.J., Mentz, R.J. et al. (2025), which breaks down complex cardiac concepts to help patients better understand their diagnosis and treatment.

Read the full article: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10741-025-10567-2

Only one day left to apply for the Robin J. Trupp Scholarship! Secure $2,000 toward tuition and complimentary registrati...
10/30/2025

Only one day left to apply for the Robin J. Trupp Scholarship! Secure $2,000 toward tuition and complimentary registration for the 2025 AAHFN Annual Meeting. Deadline: October 31.

https://www.aahfn.org/page/RJTRUPP2025

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