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SUMMARY:2026 NeuroTrauma Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2026 NeuroTrauma Symposium\nApril 10\, 2026\nPearl\, MS \nJoin us in Pearl on Friday\, April 10\, 2026 for the 5th Annual NeuroTrauma Symposium hosted by the Brain Injury Association/United Spinal Association of Mississippi. MNA is partnering to offer Nursing CE Credits. Register for Advanced Registration to earn up to 7.5 Nursing CE Credits. Go to www.msbraininjury.org/nts26 to register and learn more. \nThis year’s theme\, “Rewiring Recovery: Integrative Medicine for Neurorehabilitation\,” will guide the day’s educational and networking activities by exploring the intersection of neurorehabilitation and holistic care. The symposium will feature morning and afternoon sessions\, keynote addresses\, an expert panel\, exhibitors\, and opportunities to network with like-minded professionals. Participants will include scientists\, healthcare experts\, advocates\, educators\, community and government leaders\, survivors\, and caregivers\, all committed to advancing neurotrauma care and research. \nEvent Details:\nFriday\, April 10\, 2026\n7:30am-5:00pm \nLocation:\nClyde Muse Center\n515 Country Place Pwy.\nPearl\, MS 39208 \nEarn up to 7.5 Contact Hours \nREGISTRATION:\n\nPlease Click Here to Register On-Line\n—————————— \n\nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during conference date at which time a full refund of paid registration fee will be given. By registering for this event\, you are giving consent for the use of your name\, portrait\, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events\, activities\, social media\, and publications. \nIf you have any questions contact Laura Guy at lguy@msbraininjury.org\n———————————— \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
URL:https://www.msnurses.org/event/2026-neurotrauma-symposium/
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SUMMARY:Excellence in Nursing Symposium: Medical Cannabis and Adverse Drug Interactions\, Therapeutic Communication; De-Escalation; Pearls from Medicaid
DESCRIPTION:Excellence in Nursing Symposium: Medical Cannabis and Adverse Drug Interactions\, Therapeutic Communication; De-Escalation; Pearls from Medicaid \nFriday\, March 20\, 2026\nOxford\, MS \nJoin MNA in Oxford\, Mississippi for a nurses symposium where our expert presenters discuss medical cannabis and adverse drug interactions\, therapeutic communication\, strategies for de-escalation\, and hear some practical pearls from MS Medicaid. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your nursing practice and improve patient outcomes. \nSeating is limited\, register now for only $30! Earn 6.0 Hours of CE\, incl. 1.0 Controlled Substance Hour.\nThis event is sponsored by the Mississippi Nurses Foundation. \nFeatured Presenters:\nAshley “A.G.” Griffin\, MSN\, RN – “Strategies for Effective Therapeutic Communication”\nCarl Mangum\, PhD\, PMHNP-BC\, NHDP-BC – “De-Escalation”\nCindy Brown\, BS\, ESC\, ASC – “Mississippi Medicaid: Partnering with Nurses to Improve Health Outcomes”\nRobert Welch\, PharmD – “Medical Cannabis: Regulations\, Drug Interactions\, and Research Updates” \nLocation: \n\n\nBaptist Memorial  Hospital\n1100 Belk Blvd.\nOxford\, MS 38655\nRoom: Magnolia Rooms\nLocated in the Medical Plaza I Building which is attached to the left side of the hospital \nTime: 8:30am-4:00pm\nLunch will be provided \n\n\nREGISTRATION:\n\nClick Here to Register \n—————————— \n\nCancellation and Refund Policy:  No refunds will be granted for this event\, however\, a prepaid registrant may send a substitute. Substitution details must be provided to MNA 24 hours prior to the event at mna@msnurses.org. If rebilling of a credit card charge is necessary\, or a check is returned for insufficient funds\, a $40 processing fee will be charged. \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during the event. By registering for this event\, you are giving consent for the use of your name\, portrait\, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events\, activities\, social media\, and publications. MNA sponsorship does not imply MNA endorsement.   \nIf you require special accommodations\, or have any food allergy needs\, please advise Dana Walker at dwalker@msnurses.org. \n———————————— \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
URL:https://www.msnurses.org/event/excellence-in-nursing-symposium-oxford-2-13-2026/
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SUMMARY:NRCME/FMCSA DOT Medical Examiner Course - 3.6.2026
DESCRIPTION:NRCME/FMCSA DOT Medical Examiner Course\nMadison\, MS \nMNA is offering in-person NRCME/FMCSA DOT Medical Examiner training in Madison. This training course satisfies the requirement for initial training or 10-year recertification. It is designed to prepare APRNs\, MDs\, PAs\, DOs\, and DCs for the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners Exam. \nMNA has been offering this training course since 2013 with the most up-to-date information\, and our presenter has over 10 years of experience presenting this training. We want you to have the best chance to pass the exam on the first try! \nDetails: \nPresenter: Deloris Slade\, DNP\, FNP-BC\nDate: Friday\, March 6\, 2026\nTime: 9:00am-4:00pm Central Time\nLunch will be provided \nLocation:\nMississippi Center for Nursing\n31 Woodgreen Place\nMadison\, MS 39110 \nEarn 6.0 Hours of CE \nQuestions? Contact MNA at mna@msnurses.org or 601-898-0670. \nREGISTRATION:\n\nClick Here to Register \n—————————— \n\nCancellation and Refund Policy: Refunds shall be granted accordingly as follows: (a) requests must be in writing; (b) a $30 processing fee will be applied to all refunds; (c) no refunds will be granted after March 4th.  If rebilling of a credit card charge is necessary\, or a check is returned for insufficient funds\, a $40 processing fee will be charged. \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during the event. By registering for this event\, you are giving consent for the use of your name\, portrait\, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events\, activities\, social media\, and publications. MNA sponsorship does not imply MNA endorsement.   \nIf you require special accommodations\, or have any food allergy needs\, please advise Dana Walker at dwalker@msnurses.org. \n———————————— \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
URL:https://www.msnurses.org/event/nrcme-fmcsa-dot-medical-examiner-course-3-6-2026/
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SUMMARY:2026 Virtual Legislative Nursing Summit
DESCRIPTION:2026 Virtual Legislative Nursing Summit \nFebruary 26 – April 15\, 2026\nVirtual \nMNA’s 2026 Annual Legislative Nursing Summit is being held virtually. Registration has been extended and will remain open through March 23rd; recordings will be available through April 15th. As always\, it spotlights the vital role of nursing leadership in the legislative arena. The summit emphasizes the importance of nurses being actively involved as advocates for both their patients and the nursing profession. Nurses and nursing students who attend gain valuable insight into how nurses influence policy\, shape healthcare legislation\, and create meaningful change through civic engagement and professional advocacy. \nRegister now! Earn 5.25 Hours of CE. \nTopics & Presenters:\n“Inside the Legislature: A Lawmaker’s Perspective on Nursing and Health Policy” – Donnie Scoggin\, FNP\, Mississippi House of Representatives District 89 \n“From Policy to Practice: Nursing Advocacy Now and for the Future” – Caley Stogner\, DNP\, RN  \n“Strengthening Nursing’s Voice: The Power of a PAC” – Mary Ellen Stewart\, PhD\, RN\, Director\, MNA Council on Health Affairs \n“The Power of Nurse Advocacy: From Classroom to Career – A Panel Discussion” – Alena Groves\, DNP\, APRN\, FNP-C\, ONP-C; Mary Ellen Stewart\, PhD\, RN; Tomekia Luckett\, PhD\, APRN\, PMHNP-BC; and Carl Mangum\, PhD\, PMHNP-BC\, NHDP-BC \n“The Legislative Landscape: Bills Impacting Nursing and Patient Care” – Teresa Malone\, MNA Executive Director \nDetails: \n\n\nRegistration Open:\nThrough March 23\, 2026 \nRecordings Available:\nFebruary 26-April 15\, 2026 \nREGISTRATION: \n\n\n\n(Upon processing of your registration\, a link will be contained in your receipt under ‘Ordered Items.’ This link contains details and access to the recorded content. If you have trouble accessing any of this information\, contact dinman@msnurses.org or mna@msnurses.org. \nClick Here for Individual Online Registration \nClick Here for Group Registration Form\n—————————— \n\nCancellation and Refund Policy:  No refunds will be granted for this event. If rebilling of a credit card charge is necessary\, or a check is returned for insufficient funds\, a $40 processing fee will be charged. \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during the event. By registering for this event\, you are giving consent for the use of your name\, portrait\, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events\, activities\, social media\, and publications. MNA sponsorship does not imply MNA endorsement.   \n———————————— \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
URL:https://www.msnurses.org/event/2026-virtual-legislative-nursing-summit/
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SUMMARY:2026 Mississippi Healthcare Alliance Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:2026 Mississippi Healthcare Alliance Education Conference\nFebruary 21\, 2026\nFlowood\, MS \nMNA is partnering with the Mississippi Healthcare Alliance to present a day of education for providers centered around the most requested topics from Mississippi providers in cardiology\, neurology\, and sepsis. Earn up to 6.25 hours of CE. See complete agenda below\, and register today! \nEvent Details:\nSaturday\, February 21\, 2026 \nLocation:\nSheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel and Conference Center\n2200 Refuge Blvd.\nFlowood\, MS 39232 \nTime:\nBreakfast – 7:00am\nRegistration – 8:00am\nConclusion – 3:45pm \nRate: $50 \nEarn up to 6.25 Contact Hours \nClick Here for Agenda \nHotel offerig special group rate for the Conference:\nSheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center\n$179.00 USD per night\nLast Day to Book: Saturday\, January 31\, 2026 or once block is full\nClick Here to Book your group rate for Mississippi Healthcare Alliance Symposium \nREGISTRATION:\n\nPlease Click Here to Register On-Line\n—————————— \n\nCancellation and Refund Policy: No refunds will be granted for this event\, however\, a prepaid registrant may send a substitute.  Substitution details must be provided to MNA 24 hours prior to the event.\nIf rebilling of a credit card charge is necessary\, or a check is returned for insufficient funds\, a $40 processing fee will be charged.\nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during conference date at which time a full refund of paid registration fee will be given. By registering for this event\, you are giving consent for the use of your name\, portrait\, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events\, activities\, social media\, and publications. \nIf you require special accommodations\, or have any food allergy needs\, please advise Dana Walker at dwalker@msnurses.org. \n———————————— \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
URL:https://www.msnurses.org/event/2026-mississippi-healthcare-alliance-education-conference/
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SUMMARY:2026 Mississippi Addiction Conference
DESCRIPTION:2026 Mississippi Addiction Conference\nFebruary 18-20\, 2026\nFlowood\, MS \nMNA is proud to partner with Professionals Health Network\, Inc. to provide continuing education for RNs and APRNs. The 18th Annual Mississippi Addiction Conference. This is a 2.5 day event being held February 18-20\, 2026. \nClick Here for Details and Agenda \nEvent Details:\nFebruary 18-20\, 2026\nLocation:\nSheraton-The Refuge Hotel and Conference Center\n2200 Refuge Blvd.\nFlowood\, MS 39232 \nHotel Accommodations: \n\n\nHotel offering your special group rate: Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center for $169.00 USD per night\nLast Day to Book : Sunday\, February 01\, 2026 or once block is full \nBook your group rate for MS Addictions Conference 2026 \n\n\nREGISTRATION:\n\nPlease Click Here to Register On-Line \n—————————— \n\nCancellation and Refund Policy:  Refunds shall be granted accordingly as follows: (a) requests must be in writing; (b) a $30 processing fee will be applied to all refunds; (c) no refunds will be granted after January 10th. If rebilling of a credit card charge is necessary\, or a check is returned for insufficient funds\, a $40 processing fee will be charged.\nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during conference date at which time a full refund of paid registration fee will be given. By registering for this event\, you are giving consent for the use of your name\, portrait\, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events\, activities\, social media\, and publications. \n———————————— \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
URL:https://www.msnurses.org/event/2026-mississippi-addiction-conference/
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SUMMARY:Excellence  in Nursing Symposium: Board of Nursing Scope of Practice; Anti-Obesity Treatments; Therapeutic Communication; Digital Professionalism
DESCRIPTION:Excellence  in Nursing Symposium: Board of Nursing Scope of Practice; Anti-Obesity Treatments; Therapeutic Communication; Digital Professionalism \nFriday\, February 6\, 2026\nCleveland\, MS \nJoin MNA in Cleveland\, Mississippi for a nurses symposium where our expert presenters discuss managing co-morbidities\, therapeutic communication\, digital professionalism in nursing\, and representatives from the MS Board of Nursing discuss scope of practice. \nSeating is limited\, register now for only $25! Earn 6.0 Hours of CE\, including 1.0 Pharmacology Hour.\nThis event is sponsored by the Mississippi Nurses Foundation. \nFeatured Presenters:\nAdrienne Whitfield\, DNP\, FNP-BC – “Managing Co-Morbidities When Utilizing Anti-Obesity Treatments”\nPhyllis Johnson\, DNP\, RN\, FNP-BC & Priscilla Burks\, PhD\, RN – “Scope of Practice: What You Need to Know”\nConstance Bradley \, PhD\, PMHNP-BC – “Therapeutic Communication From the Classroom to the Bedside”\nLacy Estes\, DNP\, APRN\, FNP-C – “From Scrubs to Screens: Digital Professionalism in Nursing” \nLocation: \n\n\nDelta State University\nRobert E. Smith School of Nursing\n802 Oak Street\nRoom 141\nCleveland\, MS 38733 \nTime: 8:30am-4:00pm\nLunch will be provided \n\n\nREGISTRATION:\n\nClick Here to Register \n—————————— \n\nCancellation and Refund Policy:  No refunds will be granted for this event\, however\, a prepaid registrant may send a substitute. Substitution details must be provided to MNA 24 hours prior to the event at mna@msnurses.org. If rebilling of a credit card charge is necessary\, or a check is returned for insufficient funds\, a $40 processing fee will be charged. \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during the event. By registering for this event\, you are giving consent for the use of your name\, portrait\, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events\, activities\, social media\, and publications. MNA sponsorship does not imply MNA endorsement.   \nIf you require special accommodations\, or have any food allergy needs\, please advise Dana Walker at dwalker@msnurses.org. \n———————————— \nThe Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
URL:https://www.msnurses.org/event/excellence-in-nursing-symposium-cleveland-2-6-2026/
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SUMMARY:2026 RN & APRN Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:2026 RN & APRN Day at the Capitol\nJanuary 28\, 2026\nMississippi State Capitol \nMississippi RNs and APRNs in all roles and specialties\, join us for our RN and APRN Day at the Capitol. This is your opportunity to visit with your legislators and learn more about the legislative process. We look forward to seeing you! \nEvent Details:\nWednesday\, January 28\, 2026 \nLocation:\nMississippi State Capitol\n400 High Street\nJackson\, MS 39201\n1st Floor Rotunda \nTime:\n1:30-4:30pm \nRegistration for this event is not required
URL:https://www.msnurses.org/event/2026-rn-aprn-day-at-the-capitol/
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