Meet Cheryl L. Cooke, PhD, DNP, MN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC
News & Updates
Call for Nominations
The Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses is looking for volunteers to serve on the 2022 Board of Directors.
Your Profession, Your Association
As we enter the summer and I start the second half of my term as President, I’m resonating with the Elizabeth Andrews quote “Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.”
Leilani De Jong, ARNP, PMHNP-BC
Meet Lani De Jong, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, AAPPN’s new East King County Chapter Chair.
Legislative Updates
Many of AAPPN’s legislative priorities passed during the 2021 legislative session!
Social Determinants of Health Workgroup
This year, the Bree Collaborative is examining Social Determinants of Health. Student Board Member Steven Pline is following the workgroup meetings for AAPPN.
SB 5222 Public Hearing
Watch the testimony of Dana Dean Doeing and other stakeholders at the hearing for SB 5222 requiring health carriers to reimburse ARNPs at the same rate as physicians for the same services.
Supporting our growing membership
Despite the stresses, it is an exciting time to be in practice!
AAPPN Board Election
A grateful welcome to our newly-elected Board of Directors members.
COVID-19 Resources
Many thanks to the AAPPN members who shared information and resources regarding the impacts of the COVID-10 pandemic on mental health, our profession, and our practices. We’ve put together a curated list of these resources to assist you navigate through these difficult times.
Graham Patrick Interview
Kristine Highlander, AAPPN President-Elect, recently had the distinct privilege to catch up by phone with Graham Patrick, recipient of the AAPPN 2020 Nursing Excellence Award.
Devon S. Connor-Green
AAPPN is happy to welcome Devon S. Connor-Green as our new lobbyist.