AMSN & MSNCB

02/02/2026

Honor excellence within the medical-surgical community! 🏆 AMSN is now accepting applications and nominations for the following awards and grant:
✔️ CMSRN of Distinction Award: https://amsncbaward.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/265/home
✔️ AMSN Daisy Nurses Advancing Health Equity Award: https://amsncbaward.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/266/home
✔️ Clinical Leadership Award: https://amsncbaward.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/264/home
✔️ AMSN Convention Grant: https://amsncbaward.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/263/home
Submit your application and nominations by March 31!

01/30/2026

Give your unit the recognition it deserves by applying for the PRISM award! 🤩 Celebrate the exceptional care, teamwork, and innovation your medical‑surgical nurses bring to patients every day. The PRISM Award recognizes units that go above and beyond in leadership, evidence‑based practice, patient outcomes, and a commitment to excellence.

Apply now: https://amsn.org/Awards-Grants/-PRISM-Award/

01/29/2026

Last call for AMSN Fellow applications! This is your chance to be a part of the 2026 class of Fellows and receive a distinguished honor for your lasting impact on medical-surgical nursing. 🌟

Apply by Saturday, Jan. 31: https://amsncbaward.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/submissions/details/17438

01/28/2026

✍️ Join us in Chicago, June 5-7, 2026, for a two-and-a-half-day, in‑person writing workshop led by experienced medical‑surgical nurse authors. Designed for first-time writers, experienced nurse writers, and those seeking expert guidance, this workshop delivers personalized, hands-on feedback on your manuscript, focused mentorship, and a supportive environment to elevate your writing and strengthen your path to publication.

*Limited to 14 participants. Register now: https://amsn.org/Events/AMSN-Journal-Writing-Workshop

01/28/2026

The CAVRN credential recognizes your expertise in virtual acute-care nursing and strengthens your role on the bedside team. See how one nurse describes the difference CAVRN made in confidence and practice ⬇️

👉 Learn more about CAVRN: https://www.msncb.org/CAVRN/Certification

01/28/2026

Happy 7th Anniversary to the Med‑Surg Moments Podcast! 🎉 Join us in celebrating seven years of real stories, practical insights, and unforgettable conversations from medical‑surgical nurses across the country. This anniversary episode looks back at the highlights, the growth, and the moments that have shaped our community over the years.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3CIkVpig46P3vKKWm3wn5p?si=ab1f10a25f634dcc
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-169-7th-anniversary-of-med-surg-moments-co-host/id1452005187?i=1000746833229

01/27/2026

One of the strengths of our AMSN community is the diverse perspectives and viewpoints every member brings. In that spirit, this initiative from the American Nurses Association highlights one way that individuals can take action and get involved if they choose after the events that took place in Minneapolis over the weekend.

Alex Pretti, a registered nurse, was killed in a horrifying shooting at the hands of federal law enforcement. Alex’s life mattered, and the American Nurses Association (ANA) denounces his killing and the circumstances surrounding it.

We ask all nurses to visit https://ow.ly/sGMn50Y3L57 to send a letter to your members of Congress. Let them know that nurses demand immediate action.

01/27/2026

Prepare for certification with confidence! ✨📘AMSN has you covered with updated, expert‑developed content to help you feel fully prepared — no matter which path you’re pursuing.

✔️ CMSRN Certification Review Course: https://amsn.org/Education/CMSRN-Certification-Exam-Prep
✔️ CAVRN Certification Review Course: https://amsn.org/Education/CAVRN-Certification-Exam-Prep

Both courses offer refreshed materials, real‑world practice insights, and guided support to strengthen your knowledge and boost your test‑day confidence.

01/25/2026

The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) is heartbroken by the fatal shooting of nurse Alex Jeffrey Pretti on Saturday, January 24, in Minneapolis.

Medical-surgical nurses should never be expected to tolerate violence, threatening behavior, or harmful language—whether in the workplace or within their communities.

https://amsn.org/Practice-Resources/Medical-Surgical-Monitor/Article/statement-on-shooting-of-nurse-alex-jeffrey-pretti

01/24/2026

In a medical-surgical unit, nurses commonly encounter patients with Alzheimer's Disease. Having the knowledge and skills to provide care for this condition is a crucial step toward creating a supportive environment for patients as well as their families. Learn how medical-surgical nurses can offer hope and dignity to individuals navigating the challenges of Alzheimer's Disease in the latest Monitor article.

According to the Alzheimer's Association, there are more than 7 million people who have Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) in the United States. As reported in the 2025 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, recent data shows that 1 in 3 patients die with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia. The mortal...

01/23/2026

📚 Get exam-ready with confidence! The CMSRN Certification Review Course is here to help you feel prepared, focused, and ready to succeed. From practice questions that test your knowledge to comprehensive workbooks for deeper review, this newly revised course is designed to elevate your exam prep every step of the way.

✅ Study smarter
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👉 Purchase now: https://lnkd.in/ggiznU4K

01/23/2026

Is this your year to step into legacy? In less than 10 days, applications close for the 2026 AMSN Fellow distinction — an opportunity for medical‑surgical nurses who lead with purpose and passion.

🔔 Don’t let the deadline pass you by: https://amsn.org/Awards-Grants/Fellow-of-Academy-of-Medical-Surgical-Nursing-FAMSN