EVENTS
Many of our events and e-learning modules provide CNE credit!
Connecticut Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
Gain valuable networking time and unique experiences with our in person events!
Wether it's Continuing Education credits or home health information you're after, our e-learning platform has something for you!
Ongoing Ways to Connect and Stay Informed
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15 minute time slots available each Wednesday morning from 8:30-9:30 AM
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Priority given to members and Stakeholders
Inside Scoop: Live Conversations with Association Leadership
4th Tuesday of the month
6:00 PM -7:00 PM
Free to Register
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Join a monthly open conversation with different leaders from Connecticut Nurses Association and Foundation!
Tuesdays 6:00 PM -7:00 PM
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Discussion driven by your questions and topics
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Share your ideas and concerns​
Submit your Awards Nominations thru July 15, 2026
Celebration will be 10/29/26
Deadline July 15th
The Connecticut Nurses Association is now accepting nominations for the prestigious Diamond Jubilee Awards. Our highest honor recognizing outstanding contributions to nursing practice, healthcare policy, media, and service to the profession. Help us celebrate the leaders shaping nursing in Connecticut. Submit your nomination today!
Accepting Nominations for positions on the Board of Directors and Association Committees
Deadline July 15th
This is an opportunity to help shape the future of nursing in Connecticut, advocate for the profession, and bring your voice and experience to the table. Nurses from a variety of practice settings and career stages are encouraged to apply and get involved.
Connecticut Paid Leave Program
August 20, 2026 5:30pm
Free Virtual Event
This webinar will share inforamtion on The Connecticut Paid Leave program, with a focus on what nurses and other healthcare providers need to know about the program, eligibility, the provider's role in supporting patients, and the resources available to assist both clinicians and patients
August 21, 2026, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (registration begins at 7:30 am)
In-Person ~ 515 Centerpoint Dr, Middletown
School nursing is a unique specialty that elevates independent nurse skills and expertise in the context of an educational environment. Join us to understand your role as a school nurse, important special education/504 information, and expand your resources to support you in your new role. You will receive 6 contact hours for the live event. You will also have time limited access to four online modules (hearing screening, vision screening, role of the school nurse...) you can do at your own pace within the time frame allotted. Total nursing continuing professional development 23 hours. Light breakfast and lunch will be served.
Clinical Integration of Anti-obesity Medications: From Mechanism to Maintenance
September 17, 2026 5:30pm
Free Virtual Event
Learn how to identify appropriate candidates for anti-obesity medications and confidently compare available therapies based on their mechanisms of action, efficacy, safety, and clinical considerations for long-term obesity management.
CT Nurses Annual Membership Business Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Dinner
September 22, 2026 6 pm
In-Person ~ Red Fox, Middletown
Join us for the CT Nurses Annual Membership Business Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Dinner. An evening dedicated to connection, reflection, and celebration. We’ll review key updates, share important organizational insights, and recognize the incredible volunteers whose time and commitment strengthen the nursing community across our state. Come connect with colleagues, stay informed, and help us honor those making a difference.
September 24, 2026, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (registration begins at 7:30 am)
In-Person~ Courtyard Marriott Cromwell
Join us for a focused, practical conference designed specifically for school nurse supervisors. This event brings together leaders from across the state to share strategies, tackle current challenges, and stay up to date on evolving school health policies and best practices. Connect with peers, gain actionable insights, and leave with tools you can bring back to your team to strengthen student health services and support your nursing staff.
October 27, 2026, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (registration begins at 7:30 am)
In-Person ~ Courtyard Marriott, Cromwell
School nursing is a unique specialty that elevates independent nurse skills and expertise in the context of an educational environment. Join us to understand your role as a school nurse, important special education/504 information, and expand your resources to support you in your new role. You will receive 6 contact hours for the live event. You will also have time limited access to four online modules (hearing screening, vision screening, role of the school nurse...) you can do at your own pace within the time frame allotted. Total nursing continuing professional development 23 hours. Light breakfast and lunch will be served.
October 28 2026, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (registration begins at 7:30 am)
In-Person~ Courtyard Cromwell
Join us for a practical orientation designed specifically for new school nurse supervisors. This program will help you build confidence in your leadership role while providing guidance on school health policies, staff supervision, communication, compliance, and day-to-day operational challenges. Connect with experienced colleagues, gain valuable resources, and leave with tools and strategies to successfully support your nursing team and student health services.
CT Nurses Association Retired Nurses Group Meeting
Fall 2026 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Virtual
Join us for an afternoon of laughter, memories, and camaraderie as we celebrate our retired nurses. Let’s reconnect, share stories, and stay up to date on what's happening in the nursing profession while inspiring each other and honoring the care we’ve given and continue to receive!
Coming in 2027
March 2027, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Virtual
This virtual professional development event gives student and nurses a clear, practical look at how policy really works and how your voice shapes it. You’ll build confidence, learn the process, and walk away ready to influence the decisions that affect your practice and your patients.
Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy
Spring TDB 2027 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Virtual
You must register by TBD to ensure receipt of the book prior to the workshop. You can still attend the workshop without the book.
Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy is a fast-paced, student-friendly virtual learning event designed to take the stress out of studying meds. In this session, we’ll break down the most important drug categories, side effects, and nursing tips in a way that’s fun, visual, and actually easy to remember. And the best part? Every participant gets a hard copy of the book Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy—so you can keep learning long after the event ends. Perfect for nursing students, NCLEX prep, or anyone who wants pharmacology to finally make sense.
Legislative Breakfast and/or Nurses Day at the Capitol
Spring, 2027
Nurses Day at the Capitol 10:30 - 2 pm
Welcome in the Senate and House of Representatives
Nurses Month Proclamation presentation to you!
Tours of the Capitol
Talk to Legislators
Share your voice on important issues!
Capitol Building, Hartford, CT
Legislative Breakfast 8:00-10 am
Discuss issues important to YOU directly with legislators and house reps. Network with other nurses! See the different specialty nurses organizations in our state.
ANA Hill Day - SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, June 24, 2027
In-Person ~ Washington, DC
Join the CT Nurses' Association Leadership at American Nurses Association (ANA) Hill Day to connect with lawmakers and advocate for policies that impact nurses, patients, and the future of healthcare. This is your chance to bring your voice to Capitol Hill and help shape meaningful change. - Be sure to let us know your coming so we can get together!