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Connecticut Nurses Association CT Nurses’ Association influences nursing and healthcare on a local, state and national level.

As the state leader in accredited professional development, healthcare advocacy and policy development, our work shapes the future of nursing and health. The Professional Nursing Organization in Connecticut

The Connecticut Nurses' Association speaks with a unified voice for nurses across all specialties, in all forums. The Association exerts its organized influence on education, legislation, and compensation to protect and advance the practice of nursing and the health of the people in Connecticut. We connect our members to each other and to our collective passion, power and purpose.

Join us in celebrating the 2026 Connecticut Nurses Association Awards honorees! ✨Nominated by their peers, these excepti...
10/19/2026

Join us in celebrating the 2026 Connecticut Nurses Association Awards honorees! ✨

Nominated by their peers, these exceptional nurses and leaders have been recognized for the impact they have made on their colleagues, their patients, their communities, and the profession of nursing.

Each honor reflects work that has been seen, valued, and recognized by those who understand it best.

Swipe to meet our 2026 honorees, and join us on October 29 as we gather to recognize their contributions and celebrate the extraordinary work of nurses across Connecticut.

📍 WoodWinds, Branford
🗓 October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM

Registration and event details at ctnurses.org/awards-event

To our 2026 honorees: this recognition is deeply deserved, and we look forward to celebrating you!

Congratulations to Danbury Hospital, Emergency Department, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Excellence in...
10/18/2026

Congratulations to Danbury Hospital, Emergency Department, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Excellence in the Workplace Award.

The Excellence in the Workplace Award recognizes a work or practice setting where nurses are employed that promotes professional autonomy, control over nursing practice, and/or an enhanced work environment for nurses.

Please join us in celebrating Danbury Hospital, Emergency Department and all of our 2026 award recipients at the:

2026 CT Nurses Association Awards Celebration
October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
WoodWinds | Branford, CT

We hope you’ll join us for an evening dedicated to recognizing the nurses, teams, and leaders who continue to make a difference in our profession.

JOIN US & REGISTER HERE:
https://www.ctnurses.org/awards-event

Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available

Want to help us celebrate and recognize this year's outstanding award recipients? Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 Awards Celebration. We would love to have your organization be part of this special evening.

Congratulations to Lisa DiPrato, MSN-Ed, RN, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Public Service Award.The Pu...
10/17/2026

Congratulations to Lisa DiPrato, MSN-Ed, RN, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Public Service Award.

The Public Service Award is given to an individual or group who has made notable contributions to the advancement of nursing, public health or health care in Connecticut through public service, public education/advocacy, public policy or organizational leadership.

Please join us in celebrating Lisa and all of our 2026 award recipients at the:

2026 CT Nurses Association Awards Celebration
October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
WoodWinds | Branford, CT

We hope you’ll join us for an evening dedicated to recognizing the nurses and leaders who continue to make a difference in our profession.

JOIN US & REGISTER HERE:
Register for the 2026 CT Nurses Association Awards Celebration

Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available

Want to help us celebrate and recognize this year's outstanding award recipients? Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 Awards Celebration. We would love to have your organization be part of this special evening.

University of Bridgeport

Our board has been busy.l! And not just in the boardroom…At the Connecticut Nursing Research Alliance’s 30th Annual Evid...
10/16/2026

Our board has been busy.l! And not just in the boardroom…

At the Connecticut Nursing Research Alliance’s 30th Annual Evidence-Based Practice Conference, members of the Connecticut Nurses Association Board of Directors and executive leadership shared scholarly work spanning nursing advocacy, mentorship, clinical leadership, and patient care.

Here’s what they’ve been working on. 👇

🔹 Cassandra Esposito, President; Kimberly Sandor, Executive Director; and Susan Goncalves, Connecticut Membership Assembly Representative to the American Nurses Association

Leveraging Social Media to Empower Nursing Advocacy: The Connecticut Nurses Association Experience

🔹 Susan Goncalves, Cassandra Esposito, and Kimberly Sandor

Pearls of Progress in Advocacy: Advancing Nurse Leadership Through Connecticut Nurses Association Legislative and Policy Initiatives

🔹 Hayley Dunnack Yackel, President-Elect, with co-authors Sui Ping Suen, Nicole Mumford-Costa, and Mary Kate Eanniello

Expanding Age-Friendly Care Across a Community-Based Cancer Institute

🔹 Seema Pillai, Government Relations Committee Chair

Two Voices, One Impact: The Power of Mentorship in a Nurse Residency Program

🔹 Susanne Yeakel, Secretary

Evaluation of Clinical Service Lead

Different areas of expertise. A shared commitment to advancing nursing through research, evidence-based practice, and advocacy.

And of course, one of the best parts was catching up with so many familiar faces from across Connecticut’s nursing community!

Congratulations to all the authors, co-authors, and presenters who shared their work!

Congratulations to Talia Neves, BSN, RN, COHC, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association President’s Award.The Pre...
10/16/2026

Congratulations to Talia Neves, BSN, RN, COHC, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association President’s Award.

The President’s Award is presented at the discretion of the CNA president in recognition of achievements of significance to the nursing profession or special service to or on behalf of CNA or the nursing profession.

Please join us in celebrating Talia and all of our 2026 award recipients at the:

2026 CT Nurses Association Awards Celebration
October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
WoodWinds | Branford, CT

We hope you’ll join us for an evening dedicated to recognizing the nurses and leaders who continue to make a difference in our profession.

JOIN US & REGISTER HERE:
https://www.ctnurses.org/awards-event

Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available

Want to help us celebrate and recognize this year's outstanding award recipients? Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 Awards Celebration. We would love to have your organization be part of this special evening.

Congratulations to Tracy Carafeno, MS, RN, CNML, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Doris M. Armstrong Awar...
10/15/2026

Congratulations to Tracy Carafeno, MS, RN, CNML, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Doris M. Armstrong Award for Contributions to Nursing Administration.

The Doris M. Armstrong Award for Contributions to Nursing Administration recognizes outstanding achievement, innovation, and leadership in nursing administration and the advancement of nursing service.

Please join us in celebrating Tracy and all of our 2026 award recipients at the:

2026 CT Nurses Association Awards Celebration
October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
WoodWinds | Branford, CT

We hope you’ll join us for an evening dedicated to recognizing the nurses and leaders who continue to make a difference in our profession.

JOIN US & REGISTER HERE:
https://www.ctnurses.org/awards-event

Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available

Want to help us celebrate and recognize this year's outstanding award recipients? Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 Awards Celebration. We would love to have your organization be part of this special evening.

Congratulations to Susan Deane, EdD, MSN, CNE, RN, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Nursing Innovation in...
10/14/2026

Congratulations to Susan Deane, EdD, MSN, CNE, RN, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Nursing Innovation in Technology Award.

The Nursing Innovation in Technology Award recognizes a nurse or group of nurses who demonstrates exceptional creativity and forward thinking in improving patient care, education, clinical practice, or healthcare systems through advanced technology.

Please join us in celebrating Susan and all of our 2026 award recipients at the:

2026 CT Nurses Association Awards Celebration
October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
WoodWinds | Branford, CT

We hope you’ll join us for an evening dedicated to recognizing the nurses and leaders who continue to make a difference in our profession.

JOIN US & REGISTER HERE:
https://www.ctnurses.org/awards-event

Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available

Want to help us celebrate and recognize this year's outstanding award recipients? Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 Awards Celebration. We would love to have your organization be part of this special evening.

Congratulations to Roxanne Aldi, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C, CCRN, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Doris M. Armst...
10/13/2026

Congratulations to Roxanne Aldi, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C, CCRN, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Doris M. Armstrong Award for Contributions to Nursing Administration.

The Doris M. Armstrong Award for Outstanding Contributions to Nursing Administration recognizes outstanding achievement, innovation, and leadership in nursing service, health care delivery, or public health. The award recognizes leaders who advance nursing service and the nursing profession through improvements in care, innovative models, stronger practice environments, and meaningful contributions to health care.

Please join us in celebrating Roxanne and all of our 2026 award recipients at the:

2026 CT Nurses Association Awards Celebration
October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
WoodWinds | Branford, CT

We hope you’ll join us for an evening dedicated to recognizing the nurses and leaders who continue to make a difference in our profession.

JOIN US & REGISTER HERE:
https://www.ctnurses.org/awards-event

Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available

Want to help us celebrate and recognize this year's outstanding award recipients? Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 Awards Celebration. We would love to have your organization be part of this special evening.

Congratulations to Michelle Cole, DNP, MDN, RN, CPN, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Josephine A. Dolan ...
10/12/2026

Congratulations to Michelle Cole, DNP, MDN, RN, CPN, the 2026 recipient of the CT Nurses Association Josephine A. Dolan Award for Contributions to Nursing Education.

The Josephine A. Dolan Award for Contributions to Nursing Education recognizes innovations and achievements in nursing education, including efforts to improve the educational experience, enhance learning environments, develop curriculum, apply technology, strengthen faculty, and advance the role of nursing education.

Please join us in celebrating Michelle and all of our 2026 award recipients at the:

2026 CT Nurses Association Awards Celebration
October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM
WoodWinds | Branford, CT

We hope you’ll join us for an evening dedicated to recognizing the nurses and leaders who continue to make a difference in our profession.

JOIN US & REGISTER HERE:
https://www.ctnurses.org/awards-event

Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available

Want to help us celebrate and recognize this year's outstanding award recipients? Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 Awards Celebration. We would love to have your organization be part of this special evening.

UConn University of Connecticut Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing

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East Berlin, CT
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