Articles tagged with: Association News
August 21, 2019
39 Preceptors Recognized for Outstanding Performance
Now in its third year, the AARC Preceptor Recognition Program recognizes preceptors (instructors) whose leadership and mentoring skills stand out. The AARC presented a record-breaking 39 members with this distinction. Here are your 2019 Awardees: Chelsea Babco, BS, RRT, RRT-ACCS, Seton Medical Center of Austin (TX) Gerri Barnes, BS, RRT, RRT-NPS, Ann and Robert H.... Read more »
August 7, 2019
Value of AARC University
Lifelong learning remains paramount for respiratory therapists. While maintaining your license and credentials necessitates this learning, so too does the need for continual improvement and growth in your career. AARC University, a premier benefit for AARC Members, is the AARC’s online learning portal. You can register for a course, learn from the course content, pass... Read more »
July 29, 2019
RC Week Faves
Laurel Technical Institute RT students celebrate RC Week by volunteering and giving back to their communities. Regardless of where you work in respiratory care, you are likely to be touched in some way by National Respiratory Care Week (Oct. 20-26). From health fairs to employee breakfasts to giving out RC Week gear, RTs across the... Read more »
July 10, 2019
4 FAQ on Summer Forum
Now is the time to start planning your attendance at Summer Forum! With beautiful Snowbird, UT as your backdrop, Summer Forum is your chance to meet respiratory therapy thought leaders and learn best practices of the profession. Check out these FAQ and save your spot today! Go To Summer Forum Question 1: I’m an Educator…why... Read more »
May 30, 2019
AARC Activates Disaster Relief Fund for Victims of Flooding and Severe Storms in Montana and Missouri
The AARC has activated its Disaster Relief Fund for AARC members in Montana and Missouri who sustained property loss or damage as a result of severe weather that occurred in their states in March. Members living in federally-declared disaster areas in these states may apply for a grant of up to $500, either online or... Read more »
May 22, 2019
Summer Forum Combines Vacation and Learning
Summer Forum 2019 (July 20-22, 2019) will soon be here, and we’re excited! Register for Summer Forum From the stellar program and presenters to the beautiful destination, Summer Forum 2019 is a unique professional development meeting. In fact, it’s a great way to: Have a vacation In addition to this being a fantastic summer leadership... Read more »
May 1, 2019
Claire Wineland: An AARC Keynote’s Lasting Legacy
Enable cookies to see embeded content. At the AARC Congress 2017 meeting, Claire Wineland delivered a heartfelt keynote message on her experiences living with cystic fibrosis. Claire passed away on Sep. 2, 2018, but her message for RTs is still cherished. As part of Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, we’re sharing Claire’s message.
April 23, 2019
AARC Activates Disaster Relief Fund for Victims of Severe Weather in Southern States
The AARC has activated its Disaster Relief Fund for AARC members in Alabama, Tennessee, and Kentucky who sustained property loss or damage as a result of severe weather that occurred in their states in February and March. Members living in federally-declared disaster areas in these states may apply for a grant of up to $500,... Read more »
April 4, 2019
AARC Activates Disaster Relief Fund for Members Affected by Severe Weather
The AARC has activated its Disaster Relief Fund for AARC members in Alabama, Iowa, Kansas, Mississippi, Nebraska, Texas, and Washington who have sustained property loss or damage as a result of severe weather. Members living in these federally-declared disaster areas may apply for a grant, either online or by mail using our downloadable application form.... Read more »
April 3, 2019
Preparing Your Team for Disasters
Whether we’ll face natural or manmade disasters, preparation is key. We asked Sharon Armstead, EMBA, RRT, clinical assistant professor at Texas State University, to share her tips for keeping your team ready for what may come. “I believe that our most important responsibility when responding to a disaster are some of the relationships we have... Read more »
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