Welcome to PANAsac:
We are PANAsac, the Peri-Anesthesia Nurses Association, Southern Alberta Chapter.
Our History: The Peri-Anesthesi Nurses of Alberta (PANA) interest group originally began in 1989-1990, and covered the entire province. With the majority of members living in either the Edmonton or Calgary area, the interest group divided into 2 subgroups:
- Northern Alberta Chapter (NAC) consists of the area Red Deer and north
- Southern Alberta Chapter (SAC) consists of the area south of Red Deer
PANAsac is an affiliate of the National Association of Peri-Anesthesia Nurses of Canada (NAPANc), and is a recognized Specialty Interest Group of the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA).
Mission Statement:
We are a special interest group dealing with Peri-Anesthesia nursing. Our purpose is to promote excellence in PeriAnesthesia nursing by providing an opportunity for Peri-Anesthesia nurses to expand and update their nursing knowledge through educational sessions, and bring together nurses committed to this specialty.
PANAsac Objectives:
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To promote the highest standards of practice in the field of Peri-Anesthesia Nursing.
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To provide opportunity for professional development of Peri-Anesthesia Nursing through the presentation of educational sessions.
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To advance education for Peri-AnesthesiaNurses across southern Alberta through the provision of finacial assistance.
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To provide an opportunity for Peri-Anesthesia nurses to meet and exchange ideas of common professional interest.
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To establish cooperation and liaise with all groups, associations, institutions, or bodies that may impact an affect the objectives of PANAsac.
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To promote interest in Peri-Anesthesia Nursing as a unique nursing specialty.
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To broaden public awareness of the role of the Peri-Anesthesia Nurse as a vital member of the health care team.
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To assist with input and development for a national examination for Peri-Anesthesia Nurses in Canada to obtain certification.
View the PANAsac CONSTITUTION:
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