View in browser

Happy CNS Week
September 1-7, 2026

CNS Week _Sean at booth2

A Special Message from Dr. Sean DeGarmo

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) myself, I’ve been reflecting on the many amazing CNSs who mentored me throughout my career and asked for nothing in return—except that I pass their knowledge and guidance on to the next generation. I am incredibly grateful for all the CNSs I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with, learning from, and teaching. Thank you for doing the work that is often overlooked or behind the scenes. Please know that your contributions have made a lasting impact—not only on our profession, but on so many others.

Sean Presenting 3

Sean DeGarmo, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC,
FNP-BC, ENP-BC

Director of Advanced Practice Initiatives &
Certification Outreach 

I’m grateful for our continued collaboration with the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS). I’m honored to attend their Annual Conference and have the opportunity to connect with future CNSs during the Student Networking Lunch. It is especially meaningful to me to give back by providing the same guidance, encouragement, and support that my own mentors so generously provided to me. I’m looking forward to exhibiting and presenting at the upcoming NACNS Amplify 2027 Annual Conference and hope to see you there!

I’m pleased to share that NACNS members are eligible to receive a $55 discount on initial certification and certification renewal for the Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification (AGCNS-BC).

As the Director of Advanced Practice Initiatives & Certification Outreach, I am committed to supporting you throughout your professional and educational APRN journey. To learn more about how my team can support you, explore the resources and expertise offered by each member:

Tonya with Mug_Circle2
Tonya L. Page, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, LSSGB, FCCS-C

APRN Educational & Faculty Outreach Program Manager

Leads APRN program initiatives, provides guidance to APRN students and faculty, and manages the APRN Webinar Series.
📧 certificationoutreach@ana.org  

carey with Mug in Circle2
Carey Yarbrough, DNP, RN

Operations Manager

Supports APRN faculty by coordinating aggregate data reports and providing data to help programs analyze pass rates and overall success, while also managing team operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
📝 Request Your ANCC APRN Aggregate Data 

Yours truly,

Sean DeGarmo, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC, FNP-BC, ENP-BC
Director of Advanced Practice Initiatives & Certification Outreach 

logo_section4
2023 ISO_9001_LOGOrm

American Nurses Enterprise, 8403 Colesville Road, Suite 500, Silver Spring, MD 20910, United States, 1-800-284-2378

Unsubscribe Manage preferences