ViewPoint Publications

ViewPoint is the official publication of the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN).  It is a peer-reviewed, bimonthly resource for nursing professionals.

The publication is dedicated to presenting up-to-date information on current topics in ambulatory care nursing and telehealth nursing practice.  Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) contact hours can be earned by completing the learning activity associated with each Viewpoint NCPD article.  Details about the requirements for successful completion of the learning activity, accreditation information, presence or absence of conflicts of interest for individuals in a position to control the content, learning outcome and learning engagement activity can be viewed by clicking on the title of the ViewPoint NCPD article.

Creating A Nurse Driven Ambulatory Care Rapid Response System

Identification: AMBJ2102

Issue: March/April 2021

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Heather Hinkle, MSN, RN CPEN
• Alison Bolt, MBA, RN, NE-BC, CCRN
• Caitlyn Mueller, BSN, RN, CPN

Medicare Annual Wellness Visits: A Primary Care Nursing Population Health Opportunity

Identification: AMBJ2101

Issue: Jan/Feb 2021

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Susan Watkins, PhD, RN-CCCTM, CNE
• Kim Schafer Astroth, PhD, RN

Direct Symptom Scheduling: An Adjunct to Nurse Triage

Identification: AMBJ2006

Issue: Nov/Dec 2020

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Beckie Kronebusch, MS, APRN, AGCNS-BC
• Jean Johnston, BSN, RN

Management of the Heart Failure Patient in Ambulatory Care

Identification: AMBJ2005

Issue: Sept/Oct 2020

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Pamela Ruzic

Pre-licensure Nursing Students in Ambulatory Care: Lessons Learned

Identification: AMBJ2004

Issue: July/August 2020

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Elizabeth Fritz, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
• Kristine Hanson, MSN, RN
• Michelle Hoeft, MSN, RN

Nursing Care and Patient Safety with Opioid Use in a Primary Care Setting

Identification: AMBJ2003

Issue: May/June 2020

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Peggy Simonette, MSN, RN-BC, CNML
• Mirabella Hernandez, BSN, RN-BC
• Jessica Irizarry-Pelletier, BSN, RN-BC
• Staci McNeil, BSN, RN-BC
• Jennifer Orfitelli, BSN, RN-BC

Communication-Focused Training Improves Nurses’ Confidence During Peer-to-Peer Review

Identification: AMBJ2002

Issue: March/April 2020

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Brittany H. Gnilka, DNP, RN-BC
• Majeda M. El-Banna, PhD, RN, CNE
• Merri K. Morgan, DNP, RN, CCRN

Inside and Out: Overview of Common Female Genital Infections in the Ambulatory Care Setting

Identification: AMBJ2001

Issue: Jan/Feb 2020

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Stacy Christensen, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC

Preceptor Education in Ambulatory Care: Implementing Introductory and Advanced Programs

Identification: AMBJ1906

Issue: Nov/Dec 2019

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Kristene K. Grayem, MSN, CNS, PPCNP-BC, RN-BC, Vice President of Population Health Management, Akron Children's Hospital

Creating an Ambulatory Care Resource Team Orientation

Identification: AMBJ1905

Issue: Sept/Oct 2019

Credits: None available.

Author(s):

• Kara Simpson, MSN, RN-BC, CNE