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Shaping the Future of the ASPAN Brand
Pete Pomilio, ASPAN CEO
Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our branding survey or participate in a focus group. Your ideas, perspectives, and feedback are helping us think carefully about how ASPAN presents itself to our members, our profession, and the patients we serve.
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Practice Exchange: Question of the Month
This month’s featured question is: "My patient received Narcan in PACU. How long does my patient need to stay in Phase I? what about sugammadex? Does that apply to the 2-hour window?" Visit our website to read the expert response and explore additional FAQs from the Clinical Practice Committee.
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Midterm Elections: A True Test of Democracy
Denise Faraone Diaz, MSN, BA, RN, CPAN, CAPA, FASPAN
Member, Governmental Affairs SWT
Most Americans are familiar with the presidential election that occurs every four years, but equally as important are the midterm elections, often referred to as “midterms.” These elections are a critical part of the democratic process that can reshape the balance of power in the United States government. While presidential elections determine who occupies the White House, midterms determine who represents voters in Congress and in certain state and local offices. These elections direct the second half of the president’s term by determining which issues receive attention and how policies move forward.1
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CPPN Is Coming: What to Know About ABPANC’s New Certification Built for Pediatric Perianesthesia Practice
The American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification (ABPANC) is currently developing the Certified Pediatric Perianesthesia Nurse (CPPN) examination, anticipated to launch in early 2027. Created to address a longstanding gap in specialty certification, CPPN will provide pediatric perianesthesia nurses with a credential that reflects the specialized expertise, clinical judgment, and care their practice requires.
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ASPAN Partners with The DAISY Foundation
ASPAN is proud to partner with The DAISY Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to recognizing nurses for the extraordinary care and compassion they provide every day. Through programs such as The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses, DAISY provides meaningful recognition to nurses nominated by patients, families, colleagues, and others who have experienced their exceptional care. ASPAN and DAISY share a commitment to celebrating the important contributions of nurses, and we look forward to working together to recognize the incredible work of perianesthesia nurses. More information about this partnership and opportunities to participate will be announced as our work together takes shape. To learn more about The DAISY Foundation, click Learn More below.
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Call for Papers: October 2027 Special Issue: Advancing Neurocognitive Care in Perianesthesia Nursing
The Journal of PeriAnesthesia Nursing invites research, clinical innovations, quality improvement initiatives, reviews, and educational strategies that advance neurocognitive care across the perioperative continuum.
Topics include postoperative delirium, cognitive screening and monitoring, care of older and vulnerable adults, patient safety, evidence-based practice, education, technology, and innovative models of care.
Submissions should emphasize clinical relevance, innovation, patient-centered care, and improved neurocognitive outcomes.
Submission Deadline: February 28, 2027
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Recognizing Dr. Pamela Windle’s Impact on Perianesthesia Nursing
Pamela Windle, DNP, RN, NE-BC, CPAN, CAPA, FAAN, FASPAN, is a past TAPAN and past ASPAN President. She serves as system director at Harris Health System and adjunct professor at the University of St. Thomas. Dr. Pamela Windle has been honored as one of the Outstanding Filipino Awardees for 2026! Her contributions to the advancement of perianesthesia nursing include numerous journal articles, EBP and research studies, and she is the co-editor of the PeriAnesthesia Nursing Core Curriculum, 5th Edition. Congratulations Dr. Pamela Windle!
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