Dr. Shaffer provides a background of activities and initiatives surrounding 2020 The International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife. He then explores the implications to nephrology nursing practice and predictions for the future, particularly in light of the challenges confronting health care in 2020.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 11/8/2022.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:
American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

ANNA is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP17499.

ANNA urges participants to be aware of the CNE requirements for relicensure in the states in which they hold a license.

Learning Outcome:
Upon completion of the activity the learner will discuss the Year of the Nurse and potential implications for nephrology nursing.