About AAHFN:

The AAHFN is a specialty organization dedicated to advancing nursing education, clinical practice and research to improve heart failure patient outcomes. Heart failure is our exclusive interest and passion. Our goal is to set the standards for heart failure nursing care.

We unite the full spectrum of nurses and other health professionals interested in heart failure. We serve as the interface for sharing ideas, translating research findings into practice and setting priorities for the future. We welcome and value all professionals involved in heart failure care. We focus on patients across all environments of care from the hospital, to the clinic, to home.

Definition of Heart Failure Nursing:

Heart failure nursing is the provision of holistic care to the specific individual with Stage A through D heart failure due to any etiology. Heart failure nursing care can take place in any inpatient or outpatient setting and address the acute or chronic needs of patients and their support systems. Prevention can be viewed in relation to individuals, high risk families, the community and populations.

Mission Statement:

The American Association of Heart Failure Nurses unites professionals, patients and caregivers in the support and advancement of heart failure practice, education and research, thus promoting optimal patient outcomes.

WHY ATTEND:

On behalf of the American Association of Heart Failure Nurses (AAHFN), we invite you to attend the anniversary 15th Annual Meeting being held June 27 - 29, 2019. This year’s meeting will take place at the JW Marriott Austin situated in the heart of the city. This urban resort offerings stunning views of the city skyline of downtown Austin.

The resort boast the largest guest rooms in Austin with floor to ceiling windows, 7 bars, 3 restaurants, Starbucks, the posh Spa by JW, the brand new Edge Pool Bar & Cabanas, and the ever-popular Burger Bar, a food truck without wheels.

As the "Live Music Capital of World" there are plenty of live music venues nearby along with Sixth Street for an array of bars & restaurants, South Congress Ave for a bit of shopping and don't forget to do a bit of bat sighting along the Congress Avenue bridge!

The top 5 reasons to attend:

1. Connect with nurses from across the continuum of practice at the only national meeting dedicated to HF nursing

2. Share experiences with colleagues and network with individuals who share your passion

3. Discover new products and services in the HF Marketplace

4. Earn Pharm credits by attending the in-depth pre-meeting Pharmacology Workshop (additional fee applies)

5. Register to take the in person Pen and Paper CHFN exam (additional fees and application required)

Source: Event Website