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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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Ask your questions
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Share your ideas and concerns​
CT Nurses Association Awards Nominations Are Open
Deadline June 30th
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!
Be Part of CT Nurses Association Leadership!
Deadline June 30th
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.
LET'S TALK ABOUT IT CT !
June 4, 2026 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Free Virtual Event
ANA has chosen three topics for discussion at June Membership Assembly. ​​
We are going to talk about the issues here first, and bring your voice and input to DC!
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Nursing Policies, Regulations, Programs, and Practices for Compassionate Cannabis Care and Advancing Nursing Education and Patient Safety Through National Integration of Cannabis Nursing Competencies
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Establishing a National Framework for the Prevention Reporting Accountability of Incivility Bullying Across Nursing Education Practice Settings
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Nurses Leading Health System Sustainability
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia and the importance of Communicating Effectively
June 18, 2026 5:30pm
Free Virtual Event
This presentation will focus on the importance of communicating effectively and building a therapeutic relationship between the individual living with dementia and their care providers. Strategies to improve quality of care will be explored and the latest treatments, research, and resources from the Alzheimer's Association will be shared.
ANA Hill Day
Thursday, June 25, 2026
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!
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.
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.
Innovations in post-traumatic stress care: A nursing entrepreneurship approach to achieving impact
October 15, 2026 5:30pm
Free Virtual Event
More information coming soon....
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!
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.
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