Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates - SGNA

03/05/2026

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is a powerful reminder of the essential role GI nurses play in prevention, early detection and patient education. As colorectal cancer becomes the deadliest cancer among adults under 50, SGNA stands with our community in advancing conversations that save lives—helping patients understand symptoms, navigate screening options and access timely care.

Check out the new national findings from the Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s 2026 State of Screening Study which reveals insights that underscore just how critical GI nursing leadership is in closing knowledge gaps and empowering patients to act.

Read the full study from the Colorectal Cancer Alliance: https://colorectalcancer.org/article/new-study-finds-half-americans-dont-know-you-can-screen-colorectal-cancer-home

03/04/2026

We’re offering more contact hours than ever—and 2026 is the year to be there.

The SGNA 53rd Annual Course is bringing a reimagined learning experience to Atlanta, including the debut of SGNA Micro‑Modules, five bite‑sized, flexible learning opportunities that help you earn even more contact hours (up to 29). Join us May 17–19 (with pre‑conference workshops on May 16) for an experience designed to spark creativity, curiosity and connection in GI nursing.

Lock in the lowest registration rate with early‑bird pricing through Friday, March 27! Be part of what’s next in GI nursing education: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Registration

SGNA is a professional organization of nurses and associates dedicated to the safe and effective practice of gastroenterology and endoscopy nursing.

02/25/2026

Ready to put credentials behind your clinical expertise?

The CGRN Spring Exam is your opportunity to validate the skill, dedication and knowledge you bring to GI nursing every day. Earning the CGRN shows your commitment to excellence and positions you as a leader in endoscopy. Apply by Saturday, February 28, and take the next step in your professional journey.

Apply here: https://www.abcgn.org/Certify/CGRN_Application

Want to feel fully prepared? Join the CGRN Exam Essentials Course on Saturday, March 14, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. CT. This one day virtual course offers up to 8.0 Category 1 contact hours and a focused review of key GI and endoscopy nursing concepts plus practical exam prep tips to boost your confidence.

Register here: https://www.sgna.org/Events/CGRN-Exam-Essentials

Apply. Prepare. Earn your CGRN.

02/24/2026

It’s here! The full schedule for SGNA’s 53rd Annual Course recently dropped.

Join us in Atlanta from May 17 to 19, with pre-conference workshops on May 16, for bold ideas, hands-on learning and powerhouse presenters ready to move GI nursing forward.

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s waiting for you:

• Opening Keynote: The Intelligence of Fun: Reimagining Excellence in Gastroenterology
• Sterile Thinking, Strategic Doing: Infection Prevention & Device Safety in GI Care
• Barrett’s Esophagus: From Diagnosis to Defeat—Advances in Detection and Treatment
• A Comprehensive Approach on Studying Endoscope Failure, Developing a Tracking System and Strategies in Minimizing Repair Incidence and Associated Costs
• Systemwide Tracking of Unplanned Readmissions Following Outpatient Endoscopy: A GI Quality Improvement Initiative

Check it out here: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Schedule

02/19/2026

Ready to kick off your SGNA Annual Course experience with hands‑on, high‑impact learning?

Our Saturday, May 16, workshops are the perfect way to sharpen your skills before the Annual Course kicks off, with deep dives into reprocessing, leadership, and CGRN exam prep.

What’s on deck:
• SGNA Reprocessing Training (AM & PM) — hands‑on, standards‑aligned, confidence‑boosting
• Regional Leadership Meeting — build your leadership muscle and connect with peers
• CGRN Exam Essentials — your roadmap to exam readiness

These sessions require separate registration and spots are limited, so don’t wait.

👉 Explore the full schedule + save your seat: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Schedule

02/16/2026

Your voice matters in shaping the future of nursing practice. The American Nurses Association (ANA) is seeking public comment on two important initiatives, and SGNA encourages our community to take part.

📝 Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, 5th Edition

Share your insights and help strengthen the foundational standards that guide our profession.
Deadline: Thursday, February 19, at 5 p.m. ET

Comment here: https://www.nursingworld.org/get-involved/share-your-expertise/call-for-public-comment/?utm_campaign=26_ANA_Call_for_Public_Comment&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--qLrhMO2s1tLVEkVc7Xc7Dje9oakasz7LePLlYr0JtUDJiQfYDsfIsEshqmkpPlzqcLdY9feizVT5ncXPX3chrQozyVg&_hsmi=400088464&utm_content=Scope_and_Standards_EM1&utm_source=hs_email

💬 Addressing Nurse Fatigue to Promote Health, Safety, and Well‑Being for All

Provide feedback on this proposed position statement and contribute to a healthier, safer work environment for nurses everywhere.
Deadline: Friday, March 6, at 5 p.m. ET

Comment here: https://email.nursingworld.org/e3t/Ctc/T8+113/czQjF04/VX9knq4ddxg0VD2dtT13KhVyW5QKV2t5K57h9N7KkK0z5nR3bW50kH_H6lZ3nJW4gL-6Y1KzJ6DW7fk3wk3mkbxpW8WlWvg3f4ymnVKBwKr90BRfMW5mjlWJ5R9MWxW9hzjRk8KYC86N4mSLQw_qlYsW1-9Wj33hHj6FW7QBGQp7ssFW0W8Y0bsC6xtnwPW1dQq492dtCjhW7LZ8P42pB_0NW6LGGmD1hQpxwV-TRh-3cwDK-W6XgtdL14zhVTW6FKVHK5mjf6jM-jhZKBT142W2CZ1L41t13-zW3fX8zJ8XP-hBW93Zkgh4fXvPXN7kBYF03cQKkW6SkNfc39N50-W7X8qBW1NLVmHW4lwTYZ750PB_W4q5zhF2CBJVkF4hvlvNws_-W7dLQdg8RW7VxW6VjBcX7VC2YzW3sl-2T3l0yVPVvxtfh2rRt3wV48hHC931NQRW3K356z8FgLW6f61x4Mj04

These comment periods are open to nurses, students, healthcare professionals and the broader community. Help shape the standards and policies that impact our practice every day!

02/12/2026

The new issue of Gastroenterology Nursing is here! 📘

The January/February 2026 edition (Vol. 49, Issue 1) is now available to all SGNA members.

As the only journal dedicated exclusively to GI nursing, Gastroenterology Nursing delivers evidence‑based articles, case reports, editorials and practice insights to support high‑quality patient care in every GI unit.

This issue features:
✨ A global editorial on strengthening the GI nursing voice
✨ Research on VR for pain and anxiety during upper GI endoscopy
✨ ERCP‑related musculoskeletal injury in nurses and techs
✨ No‑show prevention strategies for endoscopic procedures
✨ A qualitative study on youths with biliary atresia
✨ An endoscopy nurse training program to boost competency
✨ New SGNA position statements and clinical perspectives

Access the new issue now and stay current with the latest in GI nursing: https://sgna.users.membersuite.com/auth/portal-login?LogoutUrl=aHR0cHMlM2ElMmYlMmZ3d3cuc2duYS5vcmclMmZsb2dvZmY=&nextUrl=aHR0cHMlM2ElMmYlMmZ3d3cuc2duYS5vcmclMmZsb2dpbg==

02/11/2026

GI Nurses & Associates Week 2026 is coming up, and we are collecting stories of those who are Rooted in Care. 🌱

This year’s theme, Rooted in Care: Growing the Future of GI, honors the GI nurses and associates whose compassion, expertise and dedication form the foundation of exceptional patient care. These are the professionals who support their patients and nurture the next generation of excellence in our specialty.

If someone has made a meaningful impact on your GI journey, inspired you, supported you or helped you overcome a challenge this year, we want to hear your story. Selected submissions will be featured during GI Nurses & Associates Week, March 15 to 21, 2026.

Share your story here:
https://feedback.surveylab.com/pageTag/SurveyCampaign/cId/719cf0e75d0f179d8cdf5/

Let’s shine a light on the people who help our community grow!

02/10/2026

Ready for your next chapter in GI nursing? 🚀

The SGNA Career Center is your hub for fresh opportunities, trusted employers and roles that move your career forward.

Whether you're exploring what’s next or actively searching, you’ll find positions tailored to GI nursing professionals at every stage.

Explore open roles today: https://careers.sgna.org/jobs/

02/05/2026

February marks National Cancer Prevention Month, and it’s a moment that hits close to home for the GI nursing community.

Every day, GI nurses and associates are on the front lines of prevention—calming fears before a first screening, educating patients about risks they didn’t know they had, and supporting procedures that can quite literally change the course of someone’s life. Your compassion, your vigilance and your commitment to early detection make a profound difference for patients and families who may never know how much your care protected them.

This month is a reminder of why your work matters so deeply. Prevention isn’t just a clinical task, it’s an act of hope, advocacy and humanity.

To every GI professional helping patients take that life‑saving step: thank you for the heart you bring to this work.

Learn more about SGNA today: https://www.sgna.org/