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The VaCNS exists to enhance and promote the unique, high-value contribution of the Clinical Nurse Specialist to the health and well-being of individuals, families, groups, and community; to promote and advance the practice of nursing; and respond to the rapidly changing health care arena and challenges facing Clinical Nurse Specialists in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Recent News & Announcements
I hope to see you all at tonight's membership meeting! We are looking for a Social Media Committee Chair and a Growth and Succession Chair, so if...
Posted by Jennifer Bath
What is CIRCAA? A practical, case-based, interprofessional learning experience. The curriculum enhances the ability of clinicians and educators to...
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Events
Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm PT
Monday, September 8, 2025 at 8:00am ET
Job Opportunities
Become a part of our caring community and help us put health firstMake a meaningful impact every day as a CenterWell Home Health nurse. You’ll...
Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first Develops, plans, implements, analyzes, and organizes clinical operations for a...
You’re one step away from freedom and flexibility around your current schedule.We have immediate per diem (PRN) shifts available for the following...
On-Demand CE Activities
Designed to be completed on your own schedule this intensive training course is a must for ALL nurses, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, legal nurse consultants, nurse educators, and ri
Offers 24.5 CE credits
Available until December 31, 2025
Do you ever feel frustrated when trying to care for a Spanish speaking patient? You want to share important information with them but you don’t have the right words to cross the language barrier.
Offers 16.5 contact hours
Available until December 31, 2025
This eLearning course includes UNLIMITED access to the latest content according to the 2020 CCRN Test Plan.
Clinical topics: Acute Coronary Syndrome, Acute Heart Failure, Acute Myocardial Infarction, Anemia of CKD, Autoimmune Disorders, Bleeding Disorders, Cardiovascular Disease, COPD, Diabetes, Health Literacy, Heart Disease, Hepatitis, Infectious Disease, Kidney Disease, Metabolic Disorders, Nephrology, PAH (Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension), Pulmonary Fibrosis, Respiratory, Stroke
Offers 12.0 contact hours
Available until May 28, 2026