The American Nurses Association (ANA), in collaboration with West Virginia University, the National Cancer Institute Center for Cancer Research, and the National Human Genome Research Institute are conducting a research study to learn about nurses attitudes relating to how genetics and genomics are used in their practice, and how they think genetics and genomics might be used to treat common multi-factorial diseases.
To participate in this important national research survey of nurses that will assist in the formulation of future nursing education programs use this online link.
The American Nurses Association is introducing a series of webinars on the greatest implications for nurses in the H1N1 pandemic. Hear from healthcare experts on the policy and implications of various issues, and discuss how you, your practice, or your patients are impacted. Webinars are scheduled for 1:00 PM ET; log in information is below.
Log in Information for all dates: phone 866.710.0179, use passcode H1N1, and website URL
Registration fees for both RNs and LPNs increased this fall for the first time in 20 years. The surcharge applies to both initial licensing fees and re-registration.
For current RN and LPN licensees, the rate will increase $8 for the three-year licensing period. There will be a $5 increase in nurse practitioner certification fee. The initial licensing fee for nurses, which includes the initial registration fee, will increase to $143.
The increase, signed into law by Gov. David Paterson, affects all professionals licensed under Title 8 of the Education Law except physicians, physician assistants, and specialist assistants.
The new rates went into effect on Sept. 25 and apply to license payments received on or after that date. If you have already received a bill for your re-registration fee but have not yet paid, you will not have to pay the new rate. Pay the amount listed on the bill. If you have not yet received a bill, it will include the higher fee when it arrives. The increase will appear on bills going out after Sept. 25. Bills are now going out for licensees whose registration periods begin on or after Feb. 1, 2010.
"We are hoping to be able to utilize these funds to upgrade technology, hire needed staff, provide better service to our customers, and, most importantly, increase public protection,” said Barbara Zittel, executive secretary of the State Board for Nursing. More information is available at the Office of the Professions web site.
NYSNA is urging nurses to support President Obama’s “United We Serve” initiative, a campaign that calls on all Americans to participate in our nation’s recovery and renewal by volunteering in their communities. United We Serve celebrated a National Day of Service and Remembrance on September 11 that provided an opportunity to recognize the program’s accomplishments, honor those who died on 9/11, and encourage Americans to make an ongoing commitment to service.
NYSNA has contributed to Flowers For the Float, an organization working to get a nurses' float in the 2013 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, Calif. The President of the Tournament of Roses that year will be a nurse, Sally Bixby. Visit Flowers for the Float online for more information, and the opportunity to donate. 
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