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NANN 25th Annual Educational Conference
The Neonatal Community:
Creating the Silver Lining
September 23-26, 2009
Hilton Austin
and The Austin Convention Center
Reservations: 1/800-236-1592 or Web site
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NANN is offering six $500 travel grants to the 2009 conference. Applications must be submitted by July 6, 2009!
"The 2008 conference in Ft. Lauderdale was amazing! I learned a lot of new practices that I can incorporate in my day to day work. Thank you to everyone involved for a great conference!"
"As I get more involved in NANN, the conferences seem to get better and better each time. 2008 was my favorite conference, because I loved the opportunity to re-connect with friends and colleagues from around the nation. I strengthened current friendships, created new friendships, and was inspired to do great things at every point of this conference. There is definitely a dynamic group of attendees here and I look forward to attending next year! Thank you NANN!!!!"
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The NANN annual conference is the premier educational event for neonatal nurses, with information packed sessions led by experts in the field. The conference includes a variety of educational options to meet the needs of experienced and advanced practice nurses, provide core instruction for novice nurses, and address topics and emerging technologies shaping the field.
If you are a first timer to the NANN conference, you may benefit from reading this information for first time attendees. This letter to assist in getting support from your employer may also be of interest. To see videos of Austin and the convention center, and to check out restaurants, music, and other entertainment follow this link. The Austin Convention Center is committed to supporting and encouraging sustainable practices. Read about their sustainability program.
Exhibitors, supporters, and advertisers at the NANN conference can get their message to more than 800 neonatal nurses. To advertise your product or service, return your completed contract to NANN by August 3, 2009.
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The Faces of Neonatal Nursing Photo Contest
Neonatal nursing has many faces. It’s dedicated nursing professionals in the NICU, in transport, in home care, in academic settings, within local communities, up on Capitol Hill, and around the globe. There are also faces of neonates from days old to years old, growing and prospering. There are faces of mothers, fathers, grandparents, and siblings. Join NANN in celebrating neonatal nursing by participating in the Faces of Neonatal Nursing photo contest.
The Faces of Neonatal Nursing Photo Contest Criteria
- Photo must convey an aspect of neonatal nursing.
- Submissions must be in electronic format, e-mailed to jandriopoulos@connect2amc.com.
- A short narrative (not to exceed 50 words) must accompany the photo submission.
- If a patient appears in the photo, a signed permission from the guardian must accompany the photo.
- Submission deadline: Photos must be received no later than Friday, August 3, 2009.
- Submitter should include his or her name, address, and e-mail address along with the submission.
- The same individual may not win the Best Overall prize for 2 consecutive years.
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2008 photo contest winner submitted by Jennifer O'Dea of Bradenton, FL
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Photo submissions and narratives will be displayed at the NANN Annual Conference in Austin, TX, where attendees will determine the winning photo via ballot vote. The winning submission will receive one complimentary conference registration to NANN's 2010 Annual Conference as well as consideration for the cover photo for an issue of the journal Advances in Neonatal Care.
All submissions become the property of NANN for use by the association.
Photo Contest Judging Criteria*
- All winning photos must meet standards for developmentally appropriate care, including resting position, lighting, use of appropriate devices to support care, positioning for feeding or procedures.
- All winning photos must show compete compliance with infection control standards for a NICU setting, including only simple rings, no bracelets, short natural nails, and use of full barrier precautions for any invasive procedures (sterile drapes, gowns, hats, masks, gloves). Costumes or unusual clothing may also be a reason for disqualification.
- All winning photos must meet commonly accepted standards for patient safety in the NICU: back sleeping and no soft bedding for non-intubated patients**, no unsecured medications or unlabeled syringes in view, artificial airways appropriately secured and positioned so that water will not drain into patient. Other issues may be identified by judges as deemed relevant.
*Photos not meeting the above listed criteria will not be entered into the contest.
** "Back-to-sleep"/safe sleep environment standards apply only to infants in open cribs.
Brighter Tomorrows Story Contest—Your Chance to Win a Conference Registration!
Enter NANN's "Brighter Tomorrows" story contest for your chance to win a free conference registration to NANN's 25th Annual Conference. To enter, send NANN a story relevant to neonatal nursing practice. Describe a baby or family's progress or relate how a neonatal nurse developed professionally. In conjunction with NANN's 25th anniversary conference, we ask that members also consider submitting stories that incorporate the 25 year theme in some way. Examples may include stories about NANN in its formative stages, comparing nursing practices or equipment from 25 years ago to today, or patients that you have kept in contact with from 25 years ago. Stories must not exceed 500 words.
Photograph are especially encouraged for stories that incorporate the 25 year theme. Photographs cannot be returned, and a signed permission form
is required for photographs portraying a patient or parent. All entries must be received by Friday, May 1, 2009. Send them to info@nann.org. The winning entry will be chosen by a drawing in May 2009, and its author will be notified immediately thereafter.
Read the 2009 story submissions
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