Set against the backdrop of desert skies in Palm Springs, California, we’re creating a space for neonatal nurses to take the stage—sharing knowledge, amplifying voices, and driving change. Get ready to learn from experts, engage in powerful discussions, and take action to drive meaningful change in neonatal care.
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In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, we're spotlighting March of Dimes' work to address disparities in maternal and neonatal care.
Guests Ashley Stoneburner and Dr. Amanda Williams discuss the impact of rising preterm births, Medicaid cuts, and care disparities—and how NICU providers can support families through programs like NICU
Ready to be transformed? Present your research findings at the NANN 41st Annual Conference and share your expertise with neonatal nurses of all levels!
The call for abstracts provides a unique opportunity to add to both your nursing resume and the NANN conference.
Learn more and submit yours before Tuesday,
In the latest “From the Hill to the NICU,” Michele A Sweet, MS, RN, CCNS, discusses the critical issues affecting Title VIII Nursing Workforce Development Programs, the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR), and Medicaid funding.
This deck of 29 durable, water-resistant cards brings essential, up-to-date resources straight to your fingertips. Perfect for quick reference, they include anatomical diagrams, conversion and calculation charts, and critical care guidelines for kangaroo care, chest-tube insertion, and more.
Think you have a case that will challenge and inspire your peers? Submit your abstract for the Case of the Year! This is your opportunity to present at the NANN 41st Annual Conference in Palm Springs and help attendees improve patient outcomes.
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In our latest NANNcast episode, Dr. Michael Pitt and NICU dad Ryan McQuillan share how Q-rounds is improving transparency and family involvement during rounds.
Thanks to our generous industry partners, we’re giving away 25 FREE student memberships! Apply by 2/21 to jumpstart your journey in neonatal care.
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Nominations are now open for key positions on the NANN Board and NANN-AP Council. This is your chance to help shape the future of neonatal nursing!
Dr. Katherine Dudding and Dr. Marlise Nist explore how pain and stress impact neonates' development and why human-centered care is essential. Tune in for insights on better pain management and advocacy in the NICU.
Neonatal nurses make a profound impact every day—now it’s time to celebrate their dedication! The NANN Awards honor exceptional practitioners, educators, researchers, and managers who are advancing neonatal care.
Nominate a deserving colleague today and help shine a spotlight on their incredible contributions.
In partnership with GE Healthcare, we’re excited to offer NANN members a FREE downloadable toolkit to create a Wizard of Oz-themed escape room focused on thermoregulation. This engaging activity is perfect for NICU teams looking to validate knowledge and build teamwork.
In the latest “From the Hill to the NICU,” Susan Taylor, MS BSN RNC-NIC, discusses the importance of advocating for perinatal and childhood vaccinations in the face of growing vaccine hesitancy.
Learn how nurses can combat misinformation and protect vulnerable infants from preventable diseases.
Prepare for your certification with confidence! The all-new Power Pack includes an exam prep module, 200+ flashcards, a practice exam, and 6.5 CE credits—all aligned with the NCC candidate guide. Plus, study anytime, anywhere with mobile-friendly tools.
The redesigned MyNANN is here, offering a faster, more intuitive experience. Enjoy streamlined navigation, personalized updates, and a sleek new design that makes finding resources and connecting with the NANN community easier than ever.
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Explore the complexities of substance use disorders and mandatory CPS reporting in the latest NANNcast episode. Dr. Kelly McGlothen-Bell is discussing how to balance compassionate care with legal requirements while supporting family-centered outcomes.
Are you a healthcare professional dedicated to Developmental Care? Complete a 100-question exam to showcase your skills and earn a designation recognizing your commitment to excellence.
Explore our comprehensive Action Plan, the essential companion to NANN-AP's Position Statement #3076: The Impact of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses' Shift Length and Fatigue on Patient Safety.
This actionable guide is designed to help you implement effective changes in your unit and prioritize patient safety. Don’t miss out—equip your
In honor of Neonatal Nurses Week, tune in to honor the incredible nurses who provide life-saving support to our small yet mighty patients. Joined by a panel from a diverse array of backgrounds like bedside, neonatal nurse practitioners, clinical educators, and researchers, this episode celebrates our NICU heroes.
Learn how to take part in pioneering new techniques, technologies, and practices in the neonatal industry by listening to our latest NANNcast episode, “Tiny Patients, Big Ideas: Nursing Innovation in the NICU”! Kelley Thompson and Beth Schinkel join host Jill Beck to discuss how to drive positive change for our
Discover how your vote can influence product choices, equipment use, and tariffs in the NICU and beyond in, “Products, Equipment, and Tariffs: How Do They All Relate in the NICU and Globally?”. Michele A. Sweet, MS RN CCNS-Neo, provides insight on pressing tariffs and taxes affecting the products and equipment
Calling all advanced practice nurses – our newest NANNcast episode, “From Position Statement to Practice: The New APRN Scope of Practice” was designed especially for you! Join NANN-AP, the professional voice for neonatal advanced nurses, for a discussion on workforce, education, competency, fatigue, quality and safety, and scope of practice. Joining host
In the latest issue, Michelle Ferrant, DNP, ACCNS-N, RNC-NIC, addresses the critical need for improved immigrant healthcare access.
Learn how to best support our nation's immigrant communities in your neonatal care today.
In the latest From the Hill to the NICU, Susan Taylor, MS BSN RNC-NIC, sheds light on financial challenges in pediatric healthcare.
Learn about Medicaid's role, survival rates, and recent reimbursement changes affecting specialized pediatric clinics.
The downloadable brochure for the NANN 40th Annual Conference is now available! Learn more about what's happening this fall in Orlando, FL, and share it with your peers.
Listen in to gain an insider look at NANN's 40th anniversary celebration in Orlando, FL! Host Jill Beck and Adrienne Isaacs, Chair of the Annual Conference Committee, are letting you in on all the fun surprises and events in store this fall.
Tune in to our newest NANNcast episode and listen along as NICU parents Jessica Barnes and Sara DiGregorio share their impactful perspectives.
This special series from NANN’s journal, Advances in Neonatal Care, prompts listeners to reflect on the crucial role parents play in the NICU journey.
Join host Jill Beck as she sits down with Jacklin Tong and Christine Manipon, neonatal nurse practitioners at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital on the neonatal POCUS team.
Together, they're exploring the various applications and challenges of implementing Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) programs in the NICU.
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The National Association of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NANNP) is proud to announce its transition to the National Association of Neonatal Nurses – Advanced Practice (NANN-AP), reflecting our commitment to representing all advanced practice healthcare practitioners in the neonatal nursing community.
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Dive into the latest From the Hill to the NICU, "Provision of Human Milk: The Importance of Awareness and Advocacy," by Lisa Davenport, DNP, RN, RNC-NIC.
Learn more about the crucial role of breastmilk in neonatal health and the bipartisan bill, H.R. 5486, aiming to improve access to donor milk.
Take advantage of NANN's special introductory offer for institutions like yours and access our RNC Review Course at member base prices! The larger your unit, the more you save.
Institutional-only multi-license discounts and introductory pricing are available through May 2024 in honor of Nurses Month. Purchase early for special pricing
Empower Your Extraordinary at the 40th NANN Conference! Join us this September 18-20 in Orlando, Florida and experience the following:
Tune into the latest NANNcast episode, where the field of family centered-care in NICUs is discussed by experts Dr. Malathi Balasundaram, Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics Neonatal Developmental Medicine at Stanford School of Medicine, and Luann Jones, NANN Board Director, Secretary Treasurer, and NANN's liaison to the FCC Task Force.
Dive into the global landscape of NICU nursing with a focus on the recent NANN delegation trip to the United Arab Emirates. Listen now.
Learn how to advocate for causes that matter to your community and state in the latest advocacy update from NANN's Health Policy and Advocacy Committee.
Listen to the Latest NANNcast Episode Now: APRN Shift Length: Balancing Patient and Provider Safety Explore the updated perspective on APRN shift lengths and fatigue in a brand-new episode of NANNcast. Listen now.
Mental Health for NICU Families–A Call to Care and to be Aware.
Learn more about mental health for NICU families as Jan Riley,,BSN, RN, CCRN discusses how postpartum mothers are highly affected.
This personalized learning experience will prepare you for the RNC-NIC or CCRN. Ensure you’re ready for the exam whether you’re taking it for the first time or re-certifying.
Learn more about the RNC Certification Review Course on iLearn today. You must have a NANN account and be logged in to
NANN supports the recent American Nurses Association statement denouncing all forms of cultural and religious discrimination.
The next installment of the NANNcast series is here! Host Jill Beck discusses how NICU nurses and APRNs can enter the world of product and technology development and engage stakeholders to innovate change.
Jill is joined by the leading clinical expert in industry, Dr. Karen Becker and nursing research scientist,
NANN is excited to announce the development of their Essentials in NICU Orientation Course.
This 13-module course will provide a comprehensive orientation to neonatal nursing care, helping new nurses, or new to NICU nurses, identify basic elements of a neonate’s physical assessment and pathophysiology. This course will be housed on iLearn, NANN’s
The next installment of the NANNcast series is here! In this episode, host Jill Beck and Eileen O’Grady, discuss discuss the wellbeing of the health workforce, the need for self-care, and share tips on ways to form habits that will improve and cultivate a culture of wellness.
NANN supports the recent American Nurses Association statement against the SCOTUS ruling on Affirmative Action programs.
The decision impacts academic and professional advancement in our minority colleagues, perpetuating systemic and structural racism in our profession.
NANN is thrilled to offer in-person and on-demand access once again for our annual conference this fall.
Choose what’s best for you and earn up to 40 hours of CE! On-demand access to all prerecoreded conference sessions is included with in-person registration. There’s no better value for neonatal nursing education
The next episode of NANNcast drops today in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.
Tune in to listen to a thoughtful discussion with Elizabeth McCutchon, EdD, MS, APRN, NNP-BC on how the healthcare system has failed to support the mental health of healthcare workers and learn what we can do
The next installment of the NANNcast APRN series is here! In this episode, host Jill Beck and Katherine Newnam, PhD, RN, CPNP, NNP-BC, discuss best practices for caring for neonates with respiratory difficulties.
Listen to the episode to learn about ventilator management, the best modes of ventilation for the infant,
Your options when it comes to NANN membership just increased! Now available: NANN e-Membership for $99!
Learn more about this less expensive connection to your neonatal nursing community that comes with a smaller suite of valuable member benefits! Please note, e-members DO NOT receive free CE or products, or member
As the professional voice of neonatal nurses, NANN recommends that all clinicians serving babies and families in crisis embrace and operationalize a trauma-informed approach to care in the NICU and beyond.
The first step to transform and humanize the NICU environment is to acknowledge the traumatic nature of this fast-paced,
The Impact of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses' Shift Length and Fatigue on Patient Safety presents recommendations based on current evidence, recommendations from governing bodies, and the NANNP workforce surveys.
NANNP recognizes that fatigue, sleep deprivation, and the extended shift lengths or hours that neonatal nurse practitioners often work present potential
The State of Neonatal APRN Role and Action for the Future presents the current state of Neonatal APRN practice, existing threats, and remaining barriers for both the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) and Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist (NCNS).
This professional practice document presents the current state of Neonatal APRN practice, existing