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Statement from the Virginia Nurses Association on the Exclusion of Nursing from Professional Degree Classification Under Proposed Federal Loan RuleMonday, December 15 The Virginia Nurses Association (VNA) stands with the American Nurses Association and nursing organizations nationwide in opposition to the federal student loan policy recommendations being considered by the Department of Education, which will exclude graduate-level nursing programs from the definition of “professional degree” and will severely restrict the federal loan support available to nurses pursuing advanced education. The Department of Education is implementing provisions of H.R.1 to set limits on federal graduate student loans. Read the Full ReleaseLatest VNA & VNF Articles
Register Now for VNA's 2026 Lobby Day at the Virginia State CapitolAll nurses and nursing students are welcome to join us - you do not have to be a VNA member to attend. Our session will include an overview of our policy platform, our bill progress, tools for reaching legislators, and talking points to share with them about our current legislation. learn more or register here!
Register Now for VNA's Annual Membership Assembly!Please mark your calendar and register today to participate in our annual virtual Membership Assembly, Wednesday, January 28, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. This event is open to VNA members only. We will review the past year, and examine ways in which we can work together to advance the profession in the year ahead. You will receive the meeting information upon registration. learn more or register here!
VNA & VNF's 2025 Nurse Staffing Summit Photos AvailableCheck out VNA's Facebook album for our 2025 Fall Conference, the Nurse Staffing Summit, at the Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfont Hotel! Dozens of nurses and students joined us to advocate for nursing and healthcare in Virginia. View Here!
On-Demand Registration is Available for VNA's Legislative Summit thru March 31, 2026Walk away with practical tools and tips to amplify your voice and understand how state policy decisions affect your practice, your patients, and the future of nursing. We’ll also analyze the upcoming November elections and how nurses can shape the way forward as the largest healthcare profession in Virginia -- and the world! Learn More or Register here!
Earn Your CE Credit for VNF & VNA's Maternal Health Webinar Series by December 31!Access free resources, for providers and patients, on maternal health through VNF and VNA's Maternal Health Webinar Series. This 4-part webinar series is designed to elevate healthcare awareness and promote optimal maternal health across communities featuring vital topics to improve healthcare and health equity, while addressing the complexities of maternal health. Learn More or Register here!
Join VNA & VNF's 2026 Events as a Sponsor or Exhibitor!Whether it's by celebrating with us and 550 nurses at our annual Gala or showing up for important conversations during our conferences and summits, there are a variety of sponsorship options to fit your organization's needs! Learn More
The Virginia Nurses Association was Recognized for its 125th Anniversary at ANA's Membership Assembly!The American Nurses Association’s annual Membership Assembly was held in Washington DC from June 26 – June 28 this year. Read the Full Article
Celebrating 2025 VNA/VNF Scholarship RecipientsThanks to the continued generosity of VNF and the support of VNA's chapters, we are proud to announce that $17,000 in scholarships has been awarded to prelicensure nursing students across Virginia! Read the Full Article
2025 VNA Lobby Day Digital Photo AlbumCheck out VNA's Facebook album for our 2025 Lobby Day at the Virginia State Capitol! More than 200 nurses and students joined us to advocate for nursing and healthcare in Virginia. View HereNews ExchangeInterested in submitting an article for one of our publications? Use the button below our Sign-Up List!
VNA MEMBERS ONLY! PublicationsVNA News Brief (members only!)Our weekly e-news with the latest updates and events, exclusive CE opportunities and trends in nursing. If you're a member who would like archive access, please contact ebuck@virginianurses.com. Virginia Nurses Today (VNT)VNT is the quarterly publication of the Virginia Nurses Association sent to all 140,000+ registered nurses throughout Virginia. It is also shared with nursing students and nursing stakeholders. For advertising information, please contact our publisher, Nursing Network. Read the ArchivesWeekly General Assembly Updates (members only!) & Action AlertsReal-time alerts on legislation and weekly updates from VNA's lobbyist on the Virginia General Assembly session. Become a Member and Stay Informed.Membership in VNA makes a powerful statement about you. It shows employers, colleagues, and your patients your commitment to nursing and your desire to stay informed, educated, and involved. Join Now |
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