Tidewater members Monique Farrington and Kassaundra Ewing enjoyed some social time at last year’s conference.

It’s hard to believe it's been five years since the start of the pandemic. Health care has seen many changes since then, for better or for worse. One of the positive changes is the increased focus on self-care and health care provider burnout - and our conference committee feels the same way.

Later this month, we’ll gather in Norfolk for our annual conference focused on “Practicing Priorities: Patients, Profession, and Personal Wellness.” Our speakers and programs will focus on everything from yoga through the ages and prioritizing NP well-being to leveraging AI for enhanced productivity and avoiding malpractice and litigation. We’ll also have sessions focused on primary care, women’s health, pediatrics, acute care, mental health and professional issues.

There will be lots of time for catching up with colleagues and having fun too! If you haven’t registered, there’s still time. Hope to see you in Norfolk!

VCNP’s Swag Shop is open with NEW special regional items! Save 10% on all VCNP merch now through conference with the code: CONFERENCE2025.

Order now, and get ready to share photos in your new gear for our swag photo contest!

Richmond Region member Chrystal Doyle authored “Starting the New Year on the Right Food” in Richmond Family Magazine’s January/February issue.

Lynchburg Region member Katie Page received the 2024 D. Jean Wood Nursing Scholarship Award from the Southern Nursing Research Society at the organization’s annual conference. She also presented a paper that was published in the Journal of Midwifery & Women’s Health.

Tidewater Region member Tammy Speerhas was interviewed for a WAVY TV 10 news story about how the ODU Community Care program is helping with healthcare access for women experiencing homelessness.

It’s an election year, and we need your help supporting candidates who champion NP practice. Make a one-time donation, or sign up for recurring monthly contributions. Every gift makes a difference! Donate today!

Companion bills SB1260 and HB2269 are headed to the Governor’s desk. This legislation would require hospitals to establish a workplace violence incident reporting system, submit data to VDH, and make recommendations on the workplace violence system and policy.

Thanks to everyone who contacted legislators, shared stories and testified in support of these bills.

Last month, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans authored a Newsweek opinion piece explaining how the PRECEPT Nurses Act would help address America’s growing nursing shortage. The bill’s goal is to establish a tax credit for nurse preceptors.

This tax credit would be in addition to the financial benefits Virginia already offers preceptors through the Nursing Preceptor Incentive Program.

Did you know VCNP members have access to legal assistance? Whether you’re a business owner looking for help with a rental agreement or an individual needing advice about a job contract, check out this benefit!