HPNA CELEBRATES NATIONAL HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE MONTH
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. We honor the millions of nurses, nursing assistants, home care aides, therapists, social workers, administrators, and chaplains who make a significant difference for the patients and families they serve. Hospitals, home care agencies, and hospices across the country are reaching out to raise awareness about the highest quality care for people coping with serious illness. To our members, certificants, and donors-thank you for all you do to advance expert care in serious illness.
NEW! CORE CURRICULUM FOR THE HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE APRN, THIRD EDITION, 2020
Hot off the press! The third edition of Core Curriculum for the Hospice and Palliative APRN will be released November 2020. New to the third edition is a section on common validated assessment tools, common palliative medications, and resources for studying for the ACHPN examination. The textbook has also been reorganized in accordance with the five domains of the 2020 HPCC ACHPN Detailed Content Outline. Purchase your copy at http://advancingexpertcare.org/store.
HPNA LOGO MERCHANDISE NOW AVAILABLE!
You asked and we responded. HPNA is excited to offer, for the first time ever, logo merchandise. Showcase your dedication to hospice and palliative nursing by purchasing apparel or accessories for you and your team. In addition to HPNA logo products, we are also offering items to help you celebrate National Hospice & Palliative Care Month this November. Shop now at http://advancingexpertcare.org/logo-merchandise.
HPNA NURSING RESOURCE GUIDES (NURSING RESOURCE GUIDES)
HPNA is now offering Nursing Resource Guides (NRGs) for clinicians looking for a quick reference on a variety of symptoms and topics. NRGs give management strategies for symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, dyspnea, seizures, nausea and vomiting, end of life, delirium, and more. The guides offer an overview of the symptom, common causes, and nonpharmacological and pharmacological interventional strategies.
NRGs are a member benefit-only HPNA members can access the full NRG Library. Members must be logged into their HPNA account to gain access. View the guides at http://advancingexpertcare.org/NRG.
THE 2021 ANNUAL ASSEMBLY OF HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE GOES VIRTUAL
February 17-20, 2021
Based on feedback from our members, conversations with our venue partners in Denver, and the current state of the pandemic, the AAHPM and HPNA Boards of Directors have decided to make the 2021 Annual Assembly completely virtual. This year's event will still capture your heart, re-energize your spirit, and stimulate your mind, but in new and different ways.
As we continue to reimagine the 2021 Annual Assembly, we encourage you to check http://AnnualAssembly.org for the latest updates.
POLARIS-A NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART ELEARNING RESOURCE
HPNA's newest product, POLARIS, is a self-paced eLearning resource that comprised 13 modules that offer essential practice knowledge for early-career hospice and palliative nurses. The multimedia modules are crafted with short bursts of information that are incorporated into practical application through engaging learning activities. The modules are filled with case studies, videos, and future recommended activities for independent or preceptor-assisted learning that supports critical thinking.
* CE credit hours are awarded upon successful completion of the modules.
* POLARIS can be purchased as individual modules, a total package, or as a complete orientation program that includes all 13 modules and learner and preceptor guides.
Learn more and shop this product at http://advancingexpertcare.org/POLARIS.
RESOURCES TO ADDRESS CORONAVIRUS
The outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States is affecting our home and work lives. HPNA is committed to providing resources and tools to our members to maintain their safety and well-being, as well as care for their patients during this time. Visit the HPNA COVID-19 Resource Page at http://advancingexpertcare.org/COVID-19-resources.
2020 IS THE YEAR OF THE NURSE
The World Health Organization has designated 2020 as the "Year of the Nurse" in honor of Florence Nightingale's 200th birthday. Join HPNA and other organizations across the globe in a yearlong celebration of the work of nurses. Take the time to thank a nurse who has impacted your life!
EMPLOYER PARTNER VOLUME DISCOUNT PROGRAM
Education and certification have proven to increase nurse recruitment and retention, as well as improve job satisfaction rates. HPNA's Employer Partner Program was created to join forces with employers to support their nursing teams. This program offers corporate discounts on 10 or more HPNA memberships or HPCC certification examinations, as well as a discount on educational material. Find out if your organization qualifies for volume discounts by emailing mailto:[email protected]. Learn more about the Employer Partner Program by visiting http://advancingexpertcare.org/employer-partner.
HPNA PODCAST CORNER
The official podcast of HPNA Podcast Corner brings you conversations with experts in the field of hospice and palliative care. Tune in each month as we discuss hot topics, weigh in on case studies, share stories from the field, and much more. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or PodBean at http://hpna.podbean.com.
HPCC EXAMINATION SCHEDULE FOR 2021
The Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center announces that the 2021 computer-based testing schedule will offer 4 testing windows in March, June, September, and December. The testing schedule along with application deadlines and instructions are posted in the Candidate Handbook, available at http://advancingexpertcare.org/certification.
HPCC RECERTIFICATION THROUGH HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE ACCRUAL FOR RECERTIFICATION (HPAR)
All HPCC certifications are valid for a 4-year period. If you are due to renew your certification, visit the HPCC website, http://Advancingexpertcare.org/certification, and choose your credential to learn about recertification and your requirements and options for renewal. All Hospice and Palliative Accrual for Recertification (HPAR) submissions have a due date of 2 months prior to the date of expiration of certification for the standard fee. After this date, an additional fee of $100 is charged. Deadlines for 2020 recertifications are quickly approaching, so be sure to review the website for requirements and fees as soon as possible.
CHPNA certificants will take the examination for recertification, CHPLN and CPLC certificants have the option of taking the examination or using the HPAR process for recertification.
LIST OF FREE CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR CERTIFICATION
Are you looking for free or low-cost continuing education programs for certification renewal? Consider these lists of free CE offerings and low-cost continuing education programs. Please note some of these offerings are time-limited and may require registration with the provider. Visit the HPAR Recertification section of the credential you are renewing to view the offerings on our website, http://advancingexpertcare.org/certification.
REACTIVATION OF HPCC CREDENTIAL-FEE REDUCED TO $150 FOR 2020
The reactivation fee remains at a discounted rate of $150 ($25 saving) through December 2020. This fee is paid in addition to your credential recertification fee.
ACHPN, CHPN, CHPPN, CHPLN, CPLC, and CHPCA candidates who missed the deadline for recertification and meet the requirements for reactivation may use the HPAR process for reactivation according to individualized adjustments for dates of submission. Reactivation will be available for 3 years after expiration of credential. Candidates may not use the credential after it expires but may use it again after being notified that their certification has been reactivated. Reactivation is not retroactive, and the certification period will begin when notified and continue for 4 years from that date. Certificants interested in pursuing the reactivation process must notify HPCC by phone at 412-787-1057 or email at mailto:[email protected] of their intention to reactivate.
AUTO-SYNCING OF ONLINE COURSES NOW AVAILABLE!
HPCC is proud to introduce The Next Generation Learning Plan for Recertification! Beginning October 13, 2020, all online courses completed through HPNA University and the POLARIS modules will automatically sync with your learning plan, eliminating the need for you to manually enter course details. Within an hour of completing an online course, your information will appear in LearningBuilder, saving you valuable time. Please note, online courses outside of HPNA will still need to be manually entered into your learning plan. Along with The Next Generation Learning Plan, LearningBuilder has undergone updates to make the platform more user friendly. We hope it will improve the process for adding activities, be easier to use on a mobile device and be easier to read.
Automatic syncing is not retroactive, and courses completed before October 13, 2020 will need to be manually entered. All information previously added will remain in your learning plan.
DONATE TO THE HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE NURSES FOUNDATION TODAY!
The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation (HPNF) is a 501(c)3 charitable organization that provides professional development opportunities through scholarships, educational programs, and research. We depend on the contributions of members, friends, foundations, and corporations to advance expert care in serious illness. A gift of any amount makes a difference for hospice and palliative nurses. We invite you to make contribution today by donating at http://advancingexpertcare.org/donate.
FLORENCE WALD CHAMPIONS
Established in honor of Florence S. Wald, MN, MS, FAAN, the "mother of hospice and palliative care," HPNF Florence Wald Champions are committed to continuing her legacy of compassion and commitment to excellence in hospice and palliative care. Their generous donations of $10 000 over the course of 4 years make scholarships, educational programs, and research opportunities possible. Learn more about the Florence Wald Champion program at http://advancingexpertcare.org/Florence-Wald.
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM HPNA ENTERPRISE
We would like to wish all our members, certificants, and donors a very joyous holiday season, and thank you all for a wonderful year! The HPNA team wants to express our deepest appreciation for your continued commitment to advancing expert care in serious illness. Have a fantastic new year, and may 2021 bring happiness and health to one and all!