Tallahassee Area Council of Advanced Practice Nurses

Important: Legislative Update: HB 883 Scheduled for Hearing! Great news for Florida’s healthcare community! HB 883, sponsored by Representative Jason Shoaf, was officially added to the Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee agenda on March 13 at 1pm This bill is a crucial step toward expanding autonomous practice for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), ensuring better access to mental health care for Floridians—especially in underserved areas. We’re proud to share that Cindy Parsons, Tom Schlepko, Jerri Edwards, and Monica Barfield from the Florida Nurse Practitioner Network have been invited to testify on behalf of PMHNPs. Their voices will be instrumental in advocating for this much-needed legislation. Now is the time to show our support! If you're a Florida NP or healthcare advocate, reach out to your legislators and encourage them to back HB 883. Let’s make history together! You can track the bill here https://lnkd.in/evWjiSd6

🌟 Congratulations Nicholas Madsen & Betsy Lopez Gillum! 🌟 We are thrilled to share that Nicholas and Betsy have each been awarded 2024 CAPN Scholarships! 🎉 This achievement is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. They’ve not only demonstrated academic brilliance but also the passion to make meaningful impacts in healthcare. We have no doubt that they will continue to achieve great things and inspire others along the way!

Congratulations to our 2025 CAPN Board! President: Jennifer Schnippert President Elect: Leeann Barfield Treasurer: Angela Campbell Secretary: Rose Origa Thank you to our 2024 President Jenny Stark and Secretary Elizabeth Markovich for your leadership and service to CAPN!

Have a beautiful one! ❤️

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AJN would like to thank our peer reviewers! We appreciate you taking the time to advance the profession of nursing and reviewing manuscripts from October 2023 to October 2024. For those interested in joining this list next year, please contact Christine Moffa, PhD, APRN, PMHNP-BC at [email protected]. #peerreview #nurses #nursingliterature

It's almost Giving Tuesday! Please consider gifting to our Virtual Food Drive Fundraiser via Second Harvest of the Big Bend, now through 12/31/24. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/eAKjcA9H

Happy Thanksgiving from CAPN! We hope you enjoy the holiday with loved ones. For our colleagues who are working today, thank you for your dedication—we’ve all been there, and your efforts are appreciated! Here are tips to help create a safe and enjoyable day! 1. Wash Hands & Surfaces 🧼Clean hands, utensils, and surfaces regularly to prevent bacteria spread. 2. Avoid Cross-Contamination 🍗Keep raw turkey and meats separate from ready-to-eat foods. 3. Don’t Wash Raw Turkey 🦠Washing spreads bacteria—skip it or sanitize the sink thoroughly after. 4. Cook to Safe Temps 🌡️Use a thermometer to ensure turkey and stuffing reach 165°F 5. Store Leftovers Properly 🧊 Refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour if over 90°F). Use or freeze within 4 days. 6. Brine & Stuff Safely 🥣Use food-grade containers for brining and cook stuffing separately when possible. 7. Stay Alert While Cooking 🥘Never leave cooking food unattended to prevent fires. 8. Fire Safety First 🧯Keep smoke alarms working and flammables away from the stove. 9. Keep Kids Safe ⚠️ Maintain a kid-free zone around hot surfaces and sharp objects. 10. Prevent Trips & Falls 🩼 Clear floors of clutter to avoid falls while cooking Tips are from the USDA and NFPA. https://lnkd.in/ephd8SCR https://lnkd.in/gSd4bqbR

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT THROUGH 4/1/25! OPEN NOW! https://bit.ly/40XCv0I