As an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, cardiovascular health has always been a passion of mine. Throughout my career, I have spent many years helping patients address their diagnostic concerns while supporting them in making healthier lifestyle choices.
When I reflect on the many opportunities I had to educate patients about their health, I often emphasized the importance of regular screenings and maintaining open communication with their healthcare providers. I also encouraged patients to recognize their responsibility for managing their own well-being. Helping individuals identify warning signs, make informed dietary choices, and understand the benefits of regular physical activity were essential components of my work and key contributors to improved health outcomes.
Tonya L. Page, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, LSSGB, FCCS-C APRN Educational & Faculty Outreach Program Manager
Ultimately, building a trusting relationship with each patient was key to empowering them to take an active role in their health and achieve the best possible outcomes. When patients feel informed, supported, and heard, they are better equipped to make decisions that can positively impact their overall health. I want to take this opportunity to recognize and uplift the cardiovascular and peripheral vascular nurses who have dedicated their careers to improving care.
I feel a strong connection to this community of nurses because I, too, have worked in this field and understand the commitment it takes to care for patients with peripheral vascular health concerns. Your work educating, supporting, screening, and advocating for patients plays an important role in helping individuals live healthier lives and make informed decisions about their health. Together, through education, preventive care, and compassionate support, we can help create healthier individuals and stronger communities.
In honor of Vascular Nurses Week, I want to thank our collaborative organization, the Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN), for its advocacy on behalf of its members and its continued efforts to highlight the importance of nursing certification. As a certified nurse, you demonstrate your dedication to the nursing profession while showcasing the knowledge, expertise, and skills you bring to your specialty. I’m pleased to share that SVN members are eligible to receive a $55discount on initial certification and certification renewal for the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC).
As the APRN Educational & Faculty Outreach Program Manager, I am here to support APRN program initiatives and provide guidance and resources to APRN students and faculty. To learn more about how the Advanced Practice Intiatives Team can support you, explore the resources and expertise offered by each member:
Sean DeGarmo, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC, FNP-BC, ENP-BC
Director of Advanced Practice Initiatives
Supports APRNs throughout their professional and educational journey.
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,
Tonya L. Page, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, LSSGB, FCCS-C APRN Educational & Faculty Outreach Program Manager
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