Official Call to Meeting: 2026 ANA-NY Governing Assembly
The American Nurses Association – New York (ANA-NY) hereby provides official notice of the 2026 Governing Assembly, to be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 1:45–3:15 p.m. ET in the Ferris Ballroom at the Hilton Garden Inn Troy in Troy, New York, during the 2026 ANA-NY Annual Conference. All ANA-NY members are invited and […]
ANA-NY Annual Election is Open
As an ANA-New York member, your vote helps shape the future of our organization. Cast your ballot and help elect the leaders who will guide ANA-NY in the year ahead. Online voting is open from Thursday, July 23, 2026, through Friday, August 21, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Vote Now: https://vote.associationvoting.com/anany/ Before casting your ballot, […]
Primary Care Nurses Needed for Dementia Care Interviews
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) is seeking primary care nurses to participate in a 30–45 minute interview focused on cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease awareness in primary care settings. The interviews will help researchers better understand how cognitive concerns are identified in clinical practice, current workflows, and opportunities to improve patient care. As […]
Join an ANA-NY Committee
One of the best ways to get involved with ANA-NY is through committee volunteerism. Our committees help support the work of the organization while giving members the opportunity to share their expertise, build connections, and contribute to the future of nursing across New York State. Whether your interests are advocacy, education, leadership, finance, member engagement, […]
Support Key Immunization Policies in New York
During May Immunization Action Month, healthcare advocates and community members across New York are encouraged to contact their State Senator in support of several priority vaccine policies currently under consideration. These proposed bills focus on strengthening immunization access, supporting healthcare providers, improving vaccine reporting systems, and protecting public health across New York State. Learn more […]
New Alzheimer’s Association Report Highlights Growing Impact of Alzheimer’s Disease in New York
A newly released Alzheimer’s Association report shows that while Americans value brain health, many still lack guidance on how to protect it. The 2026 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report provides updated national and New York State data on Alzheimer’s prevalence, caregiving, costs of care, and the growing impact of dementia on individuals, families, and […]
Nurses Belong at the Table Where Decisions Are Made
By Assemblymember Karines Reyes, RN, Assemblymember Phara Souffrant Forest, RN and Connie Perkins, PhD, RN, CNE, President, American Nurses Association – New York (ANA-NY) As registered nurses, we strongly support A5208-A/S2278-A, which would require hospitals to have a registered professional nurse as a sitting and voting member of the governing entity responsible for developing a hospital’s strategic plan, […]
Last Chance to Enter Our Nurses Week Giveaways!
Last Chance to Enter Our Nurses Week Giveaways! 🎉 Nurses Week may be coming to a close, but there’s still time to join the fun and enter to win. Complete the ANA-NY Nurses Week Crossword Puzzle or BINGO Challenge by May 12 for a chance to win a free Stanley from ExpertVoice or a $50 […]
Nightingale Tribute Submissions Now Open
ANA-NY is now accepting submissions for the 2026 Nightingale Tribute, a meaningful tradition that honors nurses who have passed and recognizes their lasting contributions to the science and practice of nursing. Originally developed in 2003 by the Kansas State Nurses Association, the Nightingale Tribute serves as a moment of reflection and remembrance. This tribute will […]
ANA-NY Partners with Sneakers4Good to Turn Sneakers into Impact
The American Nurses Association – New York (ANA-NY) is proud to partner with Sneakers4Good to give gently used sneakers a second life while making a meaningful impact in communities both locally and globally. As nurses, we’re always on the move, whether at work, at the gym, or in everyday life. Now, those sneakers can continue […]
Iona University Announces New Family Nurse Practitioner Master’s Degree Program
Hybrid program expands graduate nursing at the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences and helps meet New York’s growing need for primary care providers. NEW ROCHELLE & BRONXVILLE, N.Y. — Iona University is proud to announce its new Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) master’s degree program will launch Fall 2026, expanding graduate study within the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School […]
2026 ANA-NY Awards Nominations Now Open
ANA-New York is now accepting nominations for the 2026 ANA-NY Awards, recognizing individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the nursing profession and the health of people across New York State. This year, we are accepting nominations in the following categories: Mentorship Policy & Service Nursing Practice: Early Career Friend of Nursing (Non-Member Award) Each […]
Applications Open: ANA-NY RN-BS Nurse Fellowship
ANA-New York is now accepting applications for the RN-BS Nurse Fellowship, with applications open March 5 through April 3. This fellowship is available to current ANA-NY members who are enrolled in an RN-BS program. The program provides an opportunity for emerging nurse leaders to design and implement a two-semester project that delivers meaningful value to […]
Call for Nominations: ANA-New York Future Nurse Leader Award
ANA-New York is now accepting nominations for the Future Nurse Leader Award, recognizing outstanding graduating seniors from undergraduate nursing programs across New York State. This award honors nursing students who demonstrate exceptional leadership, create positive learning environments, mentor their peers, actively engage in school and community activities, and embody the ethics and values of the […]
Submit a Proposed Bylaws Amendment
ANA-New York’s Bylaws Committee invites Association members to submit proposed amendments to the ANA-NY Bylaws for consideration. Member input is an important part of maintaining transparent, effective, and responsive governance. Members are encouraged to review the current bylaws before submitting a proposal. All proposed amendments must be submitted for review by the Bylaws Committee. Deadline: […]
An Open Letter To the Community of Nursing from the Minnesota Organization of Registered Nurses
Read the open letter from the Minnesota Organization of Registered Nurses to the nursing community, an invitation to reflection, compassion, and unity during challenging times. Read the full letter →
2026 ANA-NY Conference Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities
14th Annual ANA-NY Conference | November 12–14, 2026 | Troy, NY The 14th Annual American Nurses Association–New York (ANA-NY) Conference will take place November 12–14, 2026, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Troy, NY, bringing together New York State’s most engaged and influential nursing professionals. With 9,000+ ANA-NY members statewide and 200+ in-person attendees expected, […]
Protect Nurses, Patients, and Our Communities. Demand Truth for Alex Pretti.
Alex Pretti, a registered nurse, was killed in a horrifying shooting at the hands of federal immigration enforcement. Alex’s life mattered, and the American Nurses Association denounces his killing and the circumstances surrounding it. As an ICU nurse, Alex chose a profession devoted to caring for others at their most vulnerable. Nurses have an ethical and […]
American Nurses Association recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best in Business
Prestigious honor highlights ANA’s leadership, innovation, and impact across the healthcare industry The American Nurses Association (ANA) is proud to announce that it has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best in Business of 2025, an honor awarded to only 50 organizations nationwide and to just two professional associations across the country. The Best […]
American Nurses Association Celebrates 130 Years of Leading and Advancing the Nursing Profession
2026 Proclaimed “The Year of The Power of Nurses” Honoring ANA’s 130th Anniversary Today the American Nurses Association (ANA) kicks off a year-long observance of the 130th anniversary of its founding with a special proclamation marking 2026 as “The Year of The Power of Nurses”. This milestone proclamation serves to not only recognize the pivotal work of […]
American Nurses Foundation Announces New $10,000 Microgrants for Research on AI and Innovation in Nursing
In partnership with Hippocratic AI, a request for rapid proposals is now open for three microgrants to be awarded to nurse-led research teams SILVER SPRING, MD – November 11, 2025 – Today, the American Nurses Foundation (ANF) announced a rapid request for proposals support Nurse-Led Solutions Using AI and Innovation. Up to three microgrants valued at $10,000 each will be […]
Support for Evidence-Based Immunizations Following CDC Panel Vote on Hepatitis B Vaccine
ANA Urges Evidence-Based Decision-Making and Policies that Protect the Health of Infants, Families, and Communities SILVER SPRING, MD – The American Nurses Association (ANA) reaffirms its strong support for immunizations as essential to protecting the health of individuals, families, and communities following today’s vote by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on […]
Molloy University Highlights Legislative Forum & Doctoral Nursing Excellence
ANA-NY is proud to share recent highlights from Molloy University’s PhD in Nursing Program and our ongoing collaboration to advance nursing scholarship and advocacy in New York. On October 23, 2025, Molloy hosted a Legislative Forum that brought together New York State legislators and ANA-NY legislative nurse leaders for meaningful dialogue on issues impacting nursing, […]
ANA Government Affairs: Ongoing Actions & Engagement
Over the past several weeks, the nursing community has mobilized in response to the U.S. Department of Education’s recommended changes to the definition of “professional degree,” which could have significant implications for nursing education programs across the country. In response, ANA and the broader nursing community launched a petition, now surpassing more than 200,000 signatures, along […]
Health Workforce Dashboards Update
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has released updated Health Workforce Dashboards and data resources. These tools provide new insight into the national health workforce pipeline, including trends that directly affect nurses, nursing students, and the broader health system. What’s New: • Field Strength and Students & Trainees Dashboards View updated data on where […]
Sign the Petition: Nursing Graduate Students Left Out of New Federal Loan Caps
Graduate nursing students may soon face lower federal loan caps under a new Department of Education proposal, and nursing is currently excluded from the definition of “professional degree” programs. This would limit graduate nursing loans to less than half the amount available to students in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, law, and other fields. Learn more and stay […]
ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® Highlighted as Key Indicator in Newsweek’s 2026 America’s Best-in-State Hospitals Rankings
Recognition underscores Magnet® hospitals’ leadership and nurses’ role in quality, safety, and patient experience nationwide SILVER SPRING, MD – October 29, 2025 – The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program® has been identified by Newsweek as a key factor in its 2026 America’s Best-in-State Hospitals list. For the first time, Newsweek incorporated Magnet® recognition as […]
Iona University Renames School of Health Sciences to Reflect Excellence in Nursing Education, Announces Nursing Master’s Accreditation
NEW ROCHELLE & BRONXVILLE, N.Y. (November 13, 2025) — Iona University today announced its school of health sciences has been renamed the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences. The change reflects the growth and impact of Iona’s nursing programs – now in their fifth year – as the University continues to attract and […]
Statement from the American Nurses Association on Proposed Federal Loan Policy Changes
Excluding nursing from professional degree classification jeopardizes efforts to strengthen and expand the U.S. nursing workforce SILVER SPRING, MD – November 10, 2025 – The American Nurses Association (ANA) is concerned by the Department of Education’s exclusion of nursing from the definition of “professional degree” programs under forthcoming federal loan eligibility rules. This will severely restrict […]
New York State Releases First-Ever Maternal Mental Health Report
The Office of Governor Kathy Hochul has released New York State’s first-ever Maternal Mental Health Report, offering a comprehensive overview of the mental health challenges experienced during pregnancy and the postpartum period. The report outlines key recommendations to improve screening, expand access to behavioral health services, strengthen peer and doula support, and address inequities that […]
Nurses Across New York (NANY) Loan Repayment Program Now Accepting Applications
The New York State Department of Health has announced that the Nurses Across New York (NANY) Loan Repayment Program – State Agencies Cycle 1 Solicitation of Interest is now open and accepting applications. An addendum has been released and is included in the updated posting. This program supports registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses […]
NYSDOH Nursing Workforce Summit Report Released
The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has released the final report from the 2025 Nursing Workforce Summit, held on June 9, 2025. The report brings together insights from nursing and healthcare leaders across practice, education, and policy sectors to address New York’s nursing workforce challenges. The findings outline strategies to strengthen recruitment, retention, […]
Call for Abstracts for ANA-NY’s 2026 Annual Conference
ANA-NY’s 2026 Annual Conference, November 12-14, 2026, at the Hilton Garden Inn Troy We invite you to submit your abstracts for posters, podium presentations, and tabletop escape room scenarios. Next year’s theme is Effective, Social, and Professional: Essential Skills for Nursing. For all abstract submissions for the 2026 Conference, the following is required: ● Full Title […]
November 24: Call for Public Comment
Call for Public Comment: ANA Position Statements The American Nurses Association seeks public comment on the proposed position statements: Fostering Civility and Respect in Nursing: Empowering Nurses to Prevent Incivility and Bullying Incivility and Bullying PS Ethical Considerations for Local and Global Volunteerism Volunteerism PS. The deadline for comments is November 24 at 5 pm ET. Please use this […]
Nurses Day of Action – Mark Your Calendar for 11/12
Mark your calendar, we’re organizing a virtual Nurses Day of Action! ? Date: November 12 ⏰ Time: All day ? Location: Virtual On 11/12, advocates will flood lawmakers’ inboxes and social platforms with messages for two critical pieces of federal legislation for nurses: the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection […]
New “Decoding the Code” Courses Now Available: Earn Up to 9 CNE Credits
Decoding the Code of Ethics for Nurses You can earn up to 9 CNE credits while learning the Code of Ethics for Nurses. Decoding the Code is an online learning series designed to deepen your knowledge of the Code and help you use its provisions in your everyday nursing practice. Earlier this year, ANA launched the first six modules of […]
ANNOUNCEMENT: Leadership Transition for JANANY
The American Nurses Association – New York (ANA-NY) is honored to recognize Dr. Edmund J. Pajarillo for his outstanding leadership and dedication as the founding Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the American Nurses Association – New York (JANANY). After more than five years of distinguished service, Dr. Pajarillo will be transitioning from his role as […]
NSO’s Nurse Liability Claim Report (5th Edition) Is Here: What ANA-NY Members Should Know
Big news! NSO has released our new Nurse Professional Liability Exposure Claim Report and the key findings are eye-opening. Created together with our underwriting partner CNA and now in its 5th edition, the report highlights top professional exposures facing nurses, covering professional liability claims, license protection matters, case studies, risk control strategies, and much more. Here’s […]
Help Advance Nursing Research: Take the Workplace Social Capital Survey
ANA-NY is proud to support member Leigh Griffis-Cogan, PhD candidate at Molloy University, in her study exploring the relationship between workplace social capital, organizational commitment, and intent to stay among clinical nurses in acute care settings. If you are a registered nurse providing direct patient care in an acute care hospital, you are invited to […]
Supporting NY Nurses: SPAN & The Compassion Project
Statewide Peer Assistance for Nurses (SPAN) is a confidential education, support, and advocacy program for all nurses licensed in New York State, from early substance use concerns to substance dependence. ANA-NY is proud to support SPAN’s mission to ensure every nurse has access to treatment, license protection, and ongoing recovery support. “Every nurse deserves access […]