AACN Dallas County Chapter

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AACN Dallas County Chapter

AACN is dedicated to creating a healthcare system driven by the needs of patients and families where These nurses polled 400 nurses across the U.S.

Membership Benefits

Quality education programs monthly
FREE MEMBERSHIP with active national membership! CCRN and PCCN Review classes annually
Subscription to our chapter newsletter
Merit recognition and scholarship program
Community volunteer opportunities
Personal and professional networking opportunities
Opportunities for collaboration, peer support and mentorship

History of AACN
• With the es

tablishment of coronary care units, interest in specialized education for coronary care nursing began in 1967 at Nashville’s Baptist Hospital. to gauge interest in forming a national organization for cardiac care nursing
• Formal organization was established in 1969 to educate and support nurses working in newly developed intensive care units
• Today, AACN is the largest specialty nursing organization in the world, representing more than 100,000 nurses from every state in the U.S. and 45 countries
• AACN is dedicated to providing our members with knowledge and resources necessary to provide optimal care to critically ill patients

History of The Dallas County Chapter of AACN
• Established in 1972 by a group of critical care nurses in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, in response to a need for support and education in this brand new, specialized area of nursing
• Met at the Oak Lawn Methodist Church (because it was free!)
• Started with 25 members from all over the Metroplex
• Monthly meetings had a guest speaker and refreshments
• Continues to this day to offer networking and continuing education opportunities to the critical and acute care nurses of the Dallas/Ft.Worth Metroplex
• Dallas County Chapter of AACN is dedicated to continuous support of our members through our core chapter functions in accordance with the national AACN mission & vision

05/28/2026

From bedside to beachside🌊🩺

Our members had the incredible opportunity to attend the 2026 AACN National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition (NTI)- one of the largest conference for critical care nurses nationwide!🩺

From engaging educational sessions to networking with healthcare professionals from across the country, this experience inspired growth, leadership, and a deeper passion for nursing💙

Here are some of the highlights✨:
-NTI Supersessions featuring 6000+ nurses and inspirational keynote gatherings
-Critical Care Exposition Hall featuring various vendors and educational opportunities
-Nurses Night Off
& lots more fun!

We are proud to continue supporting opportunities that empower nurses to learn, connect, and lead. Thank you to our members who were able to attend and represent our chapter!⛱️☀️

05/19/2026

Huge congratulations to our Dallas AACN President for being recognized as a 2026 DFW Great 100 Nurse! 💙✨

Such a well-deserved honor and a reflection of the leadership, compassion, and dedication she brings to nursing every day. We’re so proud to celebrate you!

04/19/2026

Dallas AACN speakers featuring very special guests from Texas Wesleyan University & UT Tyler university School of Anesthesia Nursing Directors and CEO Shawntay Harris as part of our professional track.

Thank you for pouring your knowledge, advice and inspiration into us!

04/18/2026

Huge thank you to Parkland Health for sponsoring your staff to attend the Dallas AACN Critical Care Symposium 👏

Your support made it possible for nurses to learn from incredible speakers like Dr. Catherine Chen and Brian Farrell, bringing valuable knowledge back to the bedside.

We appreciate your commitment to continuing education and excellence in critical care 💙❤️

04/18/2026

That wraps up an incredible Day 2!💙❤️

We just concluded our Annual Critical Care Symposium, and what an unforgettable last day it was. From emergency airway management and hemodynamics to a captivating keynote on AI’s impact on nursing, the knowledge shared today by our fantastic speakers was truly inspiring ✨

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us – our amazing speakers, dedicated volunteers, vendor partners, and all the passionate critical care nurses in attendance. We leave feeling energized and equipped to continue providing exceptional care 🩺

What was your favorite session from the symposium? Share with us in the comments!💬

04/17/2026

Day 1 of our Annual Critical Care Symposium was a success!👏

We kicked things off with a full day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration—featuring a wide range of expert speakers and impactful sessions covering everything from sepsis, CRNA schooling, and ECMO to ethics, leadership, and critical care innovation.

With roughly 200 attendees, the energy in the room was unmatched. Thank you to everyone who showed up ready to learn, connect, and elevate the standard of care.

Can’t wait to see what Day 2 brings 💙❤️

04/08/2026

So proud of what our Dallas AACN crew accomplished last night at Feed My Starving Children 💙 Our team showed up and packed 27,864 meals in under 2 hours, giving 76 kids a daily meal for a year 🙌 A reminder that a little time can make a huge difference.

03/04/2026

Had an incredible evening diving into Therapeutic Wound Care with our chapter! 🩺✨

A huge thank you to for hosting such an informative presentation about wound care with Vashe and to Dallas County Chapter members for showing up engaged and ready to learn. The discussion on evidence-based wound cleansing and bedside application was insightful and relevant to our ICU practice.

We’re also grateful to III Forks for the beautiful setting and hospitality that made the evening even more special.

Education, collaboration, and great company — that’s what our chapter is all about 💙❤️ CriticalCareNurse

Be on the lookout for our next event 👀 Limited spots!

03/04/2026

💙 Volunteers Needed! 💙

Join the Dallas County Chapter of AACN as we give back to our community at Feed My Starving Children!

📅 April 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Richardson, TX

Let’s come together outside of the ICU and make a global impact—one meal at a time. 🌎✨

Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up on our website or click the link in our bio!

03/02/2026

🌟 Certified Nurses Month is here and we’re proud to celebrate the expertise, dedication, and excellence of our certified nurses!

Are you certified? We want to highlight YOU! Submit your work photo or professional headshot along with your certification details for a chance to be featured all month on our social media.

📩 Send your submission via Instagram DM to

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http://dccaacn.nursingnetwork.com/

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