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American Association of Nurse Practitioners President Recognized as One of the Most Influential Clinical Executives

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners(AANP) applauds the selection of AANP President April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN,to Modern Healthcare's annual ranking of the 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners(AANP) applauds the selection of AANP President April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN,to Modern Healthcare's annual ranking of the 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives.
  • "Dr. Kapu is both an outstanding clinical leader and an inspiring champion for patients," said AANP CEO Jon Fanning.
  • "I am honored to be named as an influential clinical executive," said Kapu.
  • The American Association of Nurse Practitioners(AANP) is the largest professional membership organization for nurse practitioners (NPs).

Nurse Practitioners Gather in Orlando for the 2022 AANP National Conference, June 21-26

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) national conference opens in Orlando, Florida, where NPs will engage in more than 350 live and 80 on-demand sessions, as well as networking events designed to inspire NPs and advance high-quality health care nationwide. The 2022 convening will enrich NP knowledge and clinical excellence in such topics as the treatment of obesity in primary care and the delivery of virtual neurology care, while celebrating the profession's landmark achievements of the last 12 months.

Key Points: 
  • "NPs truly are leading to advance the future of nursing and health care, and patients and policy makers are recognizing our vital role.
  • The 2022 AANP National Conference will take place June 21-26 at the Orange County Convention Center, and access to on-demand sessions will continue through July 27.
  • The American Association of Nurse Practitioners(AANP) is the largest professional membership organization for nurse practitioners (NPs) of all specialties.
  • AsThe Voice of the Nurse Practitioner, AANP represents the interests of NPs as providers of high-quality, cost-effective, comprehensive, patient-centered health care.

AANP Statement on U.S. House of Representatives Passage of H.R. 6087

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) President April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, issued the following statement applauding the U.S. House of Representatives passage of H.R. 6087, the Improving Access to Workers' Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) President April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, issued the following statement applauding the U.S. House of Representatives passage of H.R.
  • 6087, the Improving Access to Workers' Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act.
  • The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) is the largest professional membership organization for nurse practitioners (NPs) of all specialties.
  • As The Voice of the Nurse Practitioner, AANP represents the interests of NPs as providers of high-quality, cost-effective, comprehensive, patient-centered health care.

AANP Statement on U.S. House of Representatives Consideration of H.R. 6087

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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AUSTIN, TEXAS, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) President April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, issued the following statement regarding the U.S. House of Representatives pending floor consideration of H.R. 6087, the Improving Access to Workers' Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, TEXAS, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) President April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, issued the following statement regarding the U.S. House of Representatives pending floor consideration of H.R.
  • 6087 is a common-sense, no-cost solution to give federal workers timely access to the care they need.
  • We urge the U.S. House of Representatives to vote this week to ensure injured federal workers receive prompt access to high-quality health care for their work-related injuries.
  • 6087 was passed out of the House Committee on Education and Labor in March 2022 with unanimous, bipartisan support by voice vote.

Kansas Law Strengthens Patient Access to Health Care

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Friday, April 15, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, April 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With a stroke of the governor's pen, access to high-quality health care just improved for patients in Kansas. Today, Gov. Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2279 into law. This bipartisan victory makes Kansas the second state in 2022 and the 26th state in the nation, along with the District of Columbia and two U.S. territories, to adopt Full Practice Authority (FPA). The American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) commends Gov. Kelly and the Kansas Legislature for empowering patients with direct access to comprehensive care from nurse practitioners (NPs) and other advanced practice registered nurses.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, April 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With a stroke of the governor's pen, access to high-quality health care just improved for patients in Kansas.
  • Kelly and the Kansas Legislature for empowering patients with direct access to comprehensive care from nurse practitioners (NPs) and other advanced practice registered nurses.
  • We celebrate as Kansas becomes the 26th state to grant patients full and direct access to nurse practitioners' care.
  • "This law is a necessary step toward eliminating health care disparities, managing costs and building the health care workforce for Kansas," saidJon Fanning, chief executive officer of AANP.

NURSE PRACTITIONER, NO. 1 RANKED HEALTH CARE JOB, REPORTS INCREASE IN NUMBERS

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
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"Nurse practitioners are answering the call to provide vital health care services," said AANP President, April Kapu.

Key Points: 
  • "Nurse practitioners are answering the call to provide vital health care services," said AANP President, April Kapu.
  • "Nurse practitioners are answering the call to provide vital health care services to all Americans," said AANP President, April N. Kapu,DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN.
  • "With the challenges of the pandemic and the demand for more accessible and equitable care, NPs continue to enhance health care delivery across all settings.
  • Nurse practitioners are prepared to close these gaps and meet the growing need for health care services."

AANP Applauds Signing of Law to Support Health Care Workers Suffering From Burnout

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Monday, March 21, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) applauds the signing of the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act to support and protect health care workers from mental and behavioral health issues, including suicide, stemming from high levels of burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) applauds the signing of the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act to support and protect health care workers from mental and behavioral health issues, including suicide, stemming from high levels of burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • "The ongoing global health crisis, now entering its third year, has pushed many front-line nurse practitioners (NPs) and other health care providers to their emotional breaking point," said April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, president of AANP.
  • "The Dr. Lorna Breen Act, now a law, will provide urgently needed mental health services and support to the health care providers who have been working tirelessly throughout the pandemic, continuously prioritizing patient care above all else.
  • This law and the funding to support mental health are a welcome relief and give hope for the well-being of our essential health care workforce.

New Survey Shows Kansans Strongly Support Legislation Granting Patients Choice and Access to Nurse Practitioners

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Thursday, March 10, 2022
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The poll , conducted by the Mellman Group February 16-21, found nearly three-fourths of Kansans back legislation that would enable patients to choose NPs.

Key Points: 
  • The poll , conducted by the Mellman Group February 16-21, found nearly three-fourths of Kansans back legislation that would enable patients to choose NPs.
  • Further, most voters said they would be more likely to vote for a legislator who agreed to remove these restrictions.
  • "Despite the state's years of investment in physician residency and loan repayment programs, Kansans continue to face serious primary care and mental health access challenges.
  • The American Association of Nurse Practitioners(AANP) is the largest professional membership organization for nurse practitioners (NPs) of all specialties.

AANP Applauds Congress for Passing Bill That Provides Support for Health Care Workers Suffering From Burnout

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Saturday, February 19, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) applauds the final congressional passage of the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act to prevent burnout, suicide and mental and behavioral health issues in health care workers.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) applauds the final congressional passage of the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act to prevent burnout, suicide and mental and behavioral health issues in health care workers.
  • "The importance of passing this bill can't be overstated," said Dr. April N. Kapu, president of AANP.
  • "This historic pandemic has taken a heavy emotional toll on nurse practitioners [NPs] and other health care workers across our nation," said April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, president of AANP.
  • Taking care of health care providers' mental health positively impacts their ability to serve others and will help prevent suicide among so many who are feeling extreme burnout."

AANP Applauds U.S. News & World Report Ranking of Nurse Practitioners as "Best Health Care Job" in 2022

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Tuesday, January 11, 2022
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"U.S. News & World Report ranking of NPs as the nation's top health care job demonstrates the strength of the profession in serving patients and communities and meeting the skyrocketing demand for high-quality health care across the country," said April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, president of AANP.

Key Points: 
  • "U.S. News & World Report ranking of NPs as the nation's top health care job demonstrates the strength of the profession in serving patients and communities and meeting the skyrocketing demand for high-quality health care across the country," said April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, president of AANP.
  • NPs are highly trained and committed health care providers improving the health of their patients and communities.
  • The American Association of Nurse Practitioners(AANP) is the largest professional membership organization for nurse practitioners (NPs) of all specialties.
  • AsThe Voice of the Nurse Practitioner, AANP represents the interests of NPs as providers of high-quality, cost-effective, comprehensive, patient-centered health care.