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Mission Statement The mission of the Hartford Area Association of Parish Nurses is to support Parish Nurses in their ministry of promoting physical, emotional and spiritual health and well being within faith communities. This association seeks to advance the specialty practice of Parish Nursing through ongoing education, resource sharing and peer support. ***
Inaugural HAAPN Newsletter - haapnings volume 1 issue 1 Newsletter Vol 1 issue 1 <click to open newsletter page 1> <click to open newsletter page 2> <click to open newsletter as a single pdf file> Newsletter Vol 1 issue 2 <click to open newsletter as a single pdf file> Newsletter Vol 1 issue 3 <click to open newsletter as a single pdf file> *** Virginia Knowlden RN, EdD from the HRSA Sickle Cell Disease/Trait Grant has contacted us to say that they would like to present information and education to any nurses who works with those with Sickle Cell Disease and Sickle Cell Trait. This education is available to groups in various formats and will address health promotion and illness prevention. They represent and NIH-HRSA Grant through the Hospital for Special Care, the University of CT Health Center and Citizens for Quality Sickle Cell Care, a consumer advocacy group in New Britain. If this information is pertinent to your faith community and/or you have patients with the above cited conditions you can contact Virginia at vknowlden@comcast.net *** The Pastoral Care Department of Hartford Hospital has put together a Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program for Parish Nurses. The program will consist of two semesters; one in the spring and another in the fall. Each semester will be on two different days. April 21 will be the first day and it will run from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. On this day we will hear Thinking Theologically about Pastoral Care presented by Dean Ian Markham of the Hartford Seminary. The second hour will be Faith and Spirituality by Rev. Yolanda Smith, PhD. of the Yale Divinity School. On May 19 we will have presentations on Pastoral Ethics by Rev. Kathleen Davis, Director of the Pastoral Care Department at Hartford Hospital and Domestic Violence by Danica Delgado Director, Domestic Violence Prevention Program. Programming for the second semester will be announced at a later date. <click here for more details and the Events Calendar> ***
What is the Hartford Area Association of Parish Nurses? Blood Pressure screening information Bibliography
The Hartford Area Association of Parish Nurses is an interfaith network committed to supporting Parish Nurses in their ministry. The organization was formed in 2004. Its members carry out the mission of Parish Nursing in over 25 faith communities in the greater Hartford area. HAAPN is affiliated with the Connecticut Nurses' Association.
The Hartford Area Association of Parish Nurses is an interfaith network committed to supporting Parish Nurses in their ministry. The organization was formed in 2004. Its members carry out the mission of Parish Nursing in over 25 faith communities in the greater Hartford area. HAAPN is affiliated with the Connecticut Nurses' Association.
Regular membership in HAAPN is open to any RN who is engaged in providing Parish Nursing services in a faith community. Associate membership is open to all who are interested in the work and promotion of Parish Nursing.
Regular membership in HAAPN is open to any registered nurse who is engaged or interested in providing nursing services in a faith community. Associate membership is open to licensed practical nurses, health ministry members, other professionals and clergy. Supporting membership includes faith communities, community organizations/agencies and anyone who is interested in the work and promotion of parish nursing. Membership is for one year and is renewable annually. If interested, please complete and return the application. The application form is a Microsoft Word document. It is available here: For convenience, the form is also available in Adobe pdf: Note: with some web browsers, you may need to right click the mouse over the above links and 'Save' the file to your computer. If needed, a free pdf document viewer is available here: Click -->
Hartford Area Association of Parish Nurses (HAAPN) has developed a uniform procedure for all Parish Nurses to follow when conducting Blood Pressure Screening. Blood Pressure Protocol cover letter (Microsoft Word file) [same file in pdf format] Blood Pressure Protocol and Algorithm (Microsoft Word file) [same file in pdf format] HAAPN algorithm (Microsoft Excel File) [same file in pdf format] Release form sample (Microsoft Word file) [same file in pdf format]
In lieu of formal bylaws the following operating guidelines are proposed by the Executive Committee for the development and management of the organization: HAAPN guidelines revision May06 (Microsoft Word file) [ same file in pdf format ]
The Partnership for Breast Care at Hartford Hospital has instituted a new mobile mammography program. The goal is to reach women who are not going for yearly mammograms. Many of these women are underserved, but many are just fearful and put off making the appointment. The mobile Unit can be brought into almost any site so mammograms can be provided right in your community. Each screening takes approximately 15 minutes, and is an important service you can offer to promote early detection of breast cancer. On-site services provided: · Screening mammograms · Breast health education · Educational materials Results: · Each mammogram is read by a mammography certified radiologist at HH and analyzed using Computer-Aided Diagnosis (CAD). · Mammogram films are stored at HH. Follow-up: · Women who require further testing will be notified by telephone from HH within two business days. · HH radiologists send mammography reports to participants? listed physicians within 7 days. · HH sends recommendations to each participant via mail within 14 days. · Participants with questions regarding their reports are asked to check with their personal physicians or the Partnership for Breast Care.
For more information, contact Pamela Benoit at 860-545-1141.
HAAPN Suggested Reading List April 2007Benenate, Becky and Durepos, Joseph, eds. Mother Teresa: No Greater Love Claiborne, Shane, Irresistible Revolution: A Man?s Journey to Follow Christ Ginsburg, Genevieve Davis, Widow to Widow: Thoughtful, Practical Ideas for Rebuilding Your Life JCN Journal Of Christian Nursing A publication of the Nurses Christian Fellowship Lippincott, Willliams & Wilkins, Pediatric Facts Made Incredibly Quick McDowell, Lucinda Sevest, Spa for the Soul: Rejuvenate Your Inner Life Normille, Patti, Visiting the Sick O?Brien, Mary Elizabeth, Spirituality in Nursing: O?Brien, Mary Elizabeth, Parish Nursing: Healthcare Ministry Within the Church Rupp, Joyce, The Cup of Life: A Guide for Spiritual Growth Smith, Sybil D, PhD., ed., Parish Nursing: A Handbook for the New Millennium Wicks, Robert, Everyday Simplicity: A Practical Guide to Spiritual Growth |
To focus on the educational needs of Parish Nurses by providing programs throughout the year.
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