American Association of Heart Failure Nurses - AAHFN

American Association of Heart Failure Nurses - AAHFN The AAHFN is a specialty organization dedicated to advancing nursing education, clinical practice and research to improve heart failure patient outcomes.
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Heart failure is our exclusive interest and passion. Our goal is to set the standards for heart failure nursing care.

The Future Advancement of Academic Nursing (FAAN) Act (H.R. 6607 / S. 3435) would provide critical resources to schools ...
03/17/2026

The Future Advancement of Academic Nursing (FAAN) Act (H.R. 6607 / S. 3435) would provide critical resources to schools of nursing nationwide. This legislation supports nursing students, helps recruit and retain diverse faculty, modernizes academic infrastructure, and expands clinical education opportunities.

A strong academic foundation builds a strong nursing workforce, including the next generation of heart failure nurses.

Learn more and track the bill here:
https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/119/hr6607

Join AAHFN in advocating for policies that strengthen nursing education and advance patient care.

The Winter edition of The Connection has arrived! A special thank you to our Editor, Guest Editor, and all contributing ...
03/14/2026

The Winter edition of The Connection has arrived!

A special thank you to our Editor, Guest Editor, and all contributing authors whose time, expertise, and dedication made this issue possible. Your work continues to advance heart failure knowledge and support clinicians caring for patients every day.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of the Winter Connection and for helping strengthen the heart failure nursing community through shared knowledge and collaboration.

CHFN Recertification for June 2026 is now open!You are a leader in the field of heart failure nursing, and your CHFN cer...
03/13/2026

CHFN Recertification for June 2026 is now open!

You are a leader in the field of heart failure nursing, and your CHFN certification sets you apart. Maintaining your credential demonstrates your ongoing commitment to excellence in heart failure assessment, care planning, care management strategies, and evaluating patient outcomes for the patients you serve every day.

If your recertification date is June 30, 2026, be sure to register early:

Early Bird (March 1 – May 17, 2026)
AAHFN Members: $200 | Non-Members: $300

Standard Registration (May 18 – June 30, 2026)
AAHFN Members: $230 | Non-Members: $330

Reactivation Phase (July 1 – September 30, 2026)
AAHFN Members: $350 | Non-Members: $450

Don’t wait—renew early and continue demonstrating your expertise and dedication to heart failure care.

AAHFN Pearls of Practice Orthopnea—shortness of breath when lying flat—is a common and important symptom in acute heart ...
03/12/2026

AAHFN Pearls of Practice

Orthopnea—shortness of breath when lying flat—is a common and important symptom in acute heart failure. Recognizing and assessing congestion early can guide effective treatment and improve patient outcomes. This classic review highlights the role of congestion as an essential target for evaluation and management in acute heart failure syndromes.

Learn more here:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amjmed.2006.12.012

AAHFN “In the Know” Big updates just dropped in the 2026 Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Acute Pulmonary ...
03/11/2026

AAHFN “In the Know”
Big updates just dropped in the 2026 Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Acute Pulmonary Embolism in Adults, developed by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association Joint Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines.

Here’s what heart failure nurses should know:

• New AHA/ACC Acute Pulmonary Embolism Clinical Categories to standardize severity classification and guide treatment decisions
• Preference for direct oral anticoagulants in eligible patients to reduce recurrent VTE and bleeding risk
• Expanded guidance on advanced therapies, including catheter-directed interventions and surgical embolectomy, for selected high-risk patients
• Formal recommendation for Pulmonary Embolism Response Teams (PERTs) to improve coordination and timeliness of care
• Emphasis on structured follow-up after acute PE to detect persistent symptoms and chronic thromboembolic disease

Stay current. Stay confident. Stay in the know.

Read the full guideline here:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2025.11.005

The Department of Education’s OB3A proposed rule currently does not recognize post-baccalaureate nursing degrees (MSN, D...
03/10/2026

The Department of Education’s OB3A proposed rule currently does not recognize post-baccalaureate nursing degrees (MSN, DNP, PhD) as “professional degree” programs. This omission could have significant implications for nursing education and the future of advanced practice preparation.

We encourage you to take action today by submitting a public comment through the ANA website:

“I urge the inclusion of post-baccalaureate nursing degrees (MSN, DNP, Ph.D.) explicitly in the list of professional degrees.”

Add your voice here:
https://ana.quorum.us/campaign/EDcomment/

Strong nursing education strengthens patient care. Your voice matters.

Earn 20+ CE credits and get the heart failure education every nurse needs, at a discounted price. From hands-on sessions...
03/06/2026

Earn 20+ CE credits and get the heart failure education every nurse needs, at a discounted price. From hands-on sessions to must-know field updates, don’t let this opportunity (or your savings) wash away!

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AAHFN Pearls of Practice When heart failure patients are hospitalized, every decision shapes the trajectory. The 2024 AC...
03/05/2026

AAHFN Pearls of Practice

When heart failure patients are hospitalized, every decision shapes the trajectory. The 2024 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on Clinical Assessment, Management, and Trajectory of Patients Hospitalized With Heart Failure offers practical, bedside guidance to support clinical judgment at every stage of care.

Developed by the American College of Cardiology Solution Set Oversight Committee, this focused update outlines:

• Structured clinical assessment on admission
• Optimization of guideline-directed medical therapy before discharge
• Risk stratification and trajectory planning
• Clear transitions of care and follow-up strategies

From admission to discharge and beyond, this pathway helps turn complexity into clarity.

Read the full update here:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2024.06.002

In the Know | Cardiogenic ShockCardiogenic shock remains one of the most critical challenges in cardiovascular care. Whi...
03/04/2026

In the Know | Cardiogenic Shock

Cardiogenic shock remains one of the most critical challenges in cardiovascular care. While advances in therapy have improved short-term survival and hemodynamic stability, many patients face lasting functional, cognitive, and psychological impacts.

This In the Know feature spotlights a state-of-the-art review that reframes the conversation beyond survival and toward survivorship, emphasizing recovery, quality of life, and long-term outcomes.

Key takeaways:
• Cardiogenic shock remains a leading cause of in-hospital death despite declining mortality rates
• Modern therapies stabilize patients but rarely restore full quality of life
• The future of care must prioritize functional, cognitive, and psychological recovery

Read the full article:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amjcard.2026.02.024

03/03/2026

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AAHFN supports the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and their continued emphasis on patient-centered, evidence...
03/03/2026

AAHFN supports the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and their continued emphasis on patient-centered, evidence-based nutrition. The updated guidance reinforces whole foods-based eating patterns, recommends limiting red and processed meats, and emphasizes reducing saturated fat to lower cardiometabolic and cardiovascular risk. These recommendations align closely with heart failure prevention, chronic disease management, and long-term cardiometabolic health.

https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov

02/27/2026

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