What does the Advanced Practice (AP) Summit Committee do?
The AP Summit Committee represents the values and needs of NANN and NANN-AP's members in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the annual Advanced Practice (AP) Summit, an educational pre-conference event tailored to advanced practice providers.
What kind of volunteer is NANN looking for?
- Must be a NANN-AP member
- Must be an advanced practice provider
- CNS needed
- Experience in planning educational programs is preferred
- Detail-orientated
- Collaborative
- Understanding of the educational needs and wants of the members
A SIG facilitator, committee chair, or member shall not serve in any other volunteer role at the same time unless it is an appointment by virtue of the position held. If currently serving in a volunteer role, a member must complete the term of service prior to serving on the Board or Council. Service on a task force may be made upon approval by the designated leadership body – either the NANN Board of Directors or NANN-AP Council.
Term
Two years with an option to renew for an additional two-year term.
Qualifications
AP Summit Committee members must be currently practicing in neonatal nursing care in a role such as clinical care, education, research, administration, eligible companies, or consulting. If a volunteer is employed by industry, see the Industry-Employed Volunteers page. At its discretion, the NANN Board of Directors may make exceptions to this requirement.
Responsibilities
A. Aid in the development of the AP Summit program
B. Facilitate speaker connections and program needs
C. Review abstract submissions and help inform session selections for the program
D. Assist with the program on-site, such as moderating sessions or introducing speakers
What is the time commitment?
While serving on the AP Summit Committee, AP Summit attendance is required each fall. As a committee, the AP Summit Committee meets throughout the year with a virtual planning meeting in the early spring. Committee members also review abstracts in January and February, which can be a time commitment of about 1-3 hours. If selected to serve on the AP Summit Committee, you will receive an AP Summit registration discount for the duration of your term.