Transforming Patient Care and
Cultivating a Legacy of Nursing Excellence
The California Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (CACNS) is a vibrant and engaged community that unites Clinical Nurse Specialists across California. With members organized into three distinct regions and various regional collaboratives, we are dedicated to supporting the evolving needs of the CNS role throughout the state. Our organization is led by a committed board of 15 members and supported by multiple volunteer-driven committees, all working collaboratively to advance our mission and empower CNSs.
Los Angeles, CA
February 5th, 2026
Recent News & Announcements
Join us at the CACNS Southern California (Los Angeles) Regional Event, sponsored by Cytovale, on February 5, 2026 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Our guest speaker, Hollis “Bud” O’Neal, MD, MSc, will explore how IntelliSep helps care teams assess sepsis earlier, enabling timely...
Message from the CACNS Immediate Past President Thank you all for the opportunity to serve this past year. As I complete my term as President of CACNS, my deepest gratitude goes to each of you for your dedication, energy, and unwavering support. It has truly been an honor to serve alongside such talented and...
We are excited to announce the newly elected 2026 CACNS board members! Please join us in congratulating Sheree Scott, PhD, RN, AGCNS-BC, CMSRN, CNL as President-Elect, Aracely Orozco, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BC, CEN, TCRN, MICN as Secretary, and Christine Kunkel, MSN, RN, AGCNS as Treasurer. Their knowledge, leadership, and...
You are invited to join the Novice CNS Forum, a virtual forum designed to help Clinical Nurse Specialists confidently communicate their role and impact. This interactive session will explore how CNSs foster collaboration to improve patient, nurse, and organizational outcomes, guide participants in crafting a clear...
Nursing Events
Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30pm PT
Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00pm PT
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm ET
Job Opportunities
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On-Demand CE Activities
Designed to be completed on your own schedule this intensive training course is a must for ALL nurses, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, legal nurse consultants, nurse educators, and ri
Offers 24.5 CE credits
Available until December 31, 2026
Imagine you are taking care of your patient and suddenly grasp that an emergency situation is unfolding. Do you know what to do?
Offers 18.75 CE credits
Available until December 31, 2026
This eLearning course includes UNLIMITED access to the latest content according to the 2025 CCRN Test Plan.
Clinical topics: Acute Coronary Syndrome, Acute Heart Failure, Acute Myocardial Infarction, Anemia of CKD, Autoimmune Disorders, Bleeding Disorders, Cardiovascular Disease, COPD, Diabetes, Health Literacy, Heart Disease, Hepatitis, Infectious Disease, Kidney Disease, Metabolic Disorders, Nephrology, PAH (Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension), Pulmonary Fibrosis, Respiratory, Stroke
Offers 12.0 contact hours
Available until May 28, 2026