ASAN Board of Directors Meetings

2nd Monday each month, 8 - 9pm eastern

For more information, visit the Board webpage (login required)

2025 Meeting Schedule: 13 Jan 2025, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM eastern 10 Feb 2025 10 Mar 2025 14 Apr 2025 12 May 2025 9 Jun 2025 14 Jul 2025 11 Aug 2025 8 Sep 2025 13 Oct 2025 10 Nov 2025 8 Dec 2025

Join using zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83420952958 Meeting ID: 834 2095 2958 Passcode: 335470

Board, expected to attend in person

Position, Report	Name	Email	Cell
President	Bill Lorman	blorman@hotmail.com	215-870-6812
Vice President	-vacant-
Treasurer	Suzan Blacher	shblacher@gmail.com	305-803-7737
Secretary	Suzanne Alunni-Kinkle	suzannealunni@yahoo.com	609-706-4160
Board Member	Carolyn Baird	carolynabaird@comcast.net	724-263-0475
Board Member	Fran Campbell	campbell1556@comcast.net	412-613-7947
Board Member	Tracy Andrews	tracy.andrews@pennmedicine.upenn.edu; tracydandrews@gmail.com	917-224-9024
LPN Board Member	Natalia Peters	maky51987@gmail.com	845-326-6787
Executive Office	Robert Ranieri	info@addictionnursing.org	205-396-6726

Human trafficking is a criminal enterprise sparing no demographic or location. It is a global humanitarian and public health crisis that is vastly unidentified. Its victims walk among us yet are hidden in plain sight. The intersection of human trafficking with healthcare is exponential. However, due to the lack of education and preparedness of healthcare professionals surrounding this topic, victims are “unseen” in the clinical setting. This presentation will discuss the realities of human trafficking; describe the scope of the problem; review vulnerabilities, diverse clinical presentations and red-flag findings; and provide ways to identify and respond to a victim.

Learner Objectives

Presenter

Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP, FAAN; Co-founder & President, Nurses United Against Human Trafficking; Jacksonville, Florida

Dr. Bono-Neri is a pediatric nurse practitioner, academic nurse educator, trained SANE, researcher, published author, and invited speaker. She served on the board of directors for ANA-New York and for her local chapter of NAPNAP. Dr. Bono-Neri is the recipient of a prestigious N.E.F. Scholarship and was recognized at the UN, receiving the 2024 Inspiring Global Nurse Award and 2024 International Ceca Award. She is the Co-founder & President of Nurses United Against Human Trafficking, P.A., a global professional association dedicated to educating, equipping, and empowering healthcare professionals on human trafficking and anti-trafficking measures.

Registration Rates

• ASAN Members: $0, free to members

• Non-Members: $15

• • Not a Member? Click here to join, then sign up for the webinar.

Nursing CE

This event is approved for Nursing CE with the California Board of Nursing.

Cancellation

No refund due to cancellation. All registrants will have access to a video archive if you are unable to attend in person.

The presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of current trends of Substance Use in Society. A pictorial drug review with associated health risks will address the gap in clinical practice while examining the prevalence of drugs in the society we live in. Research presented will demonstrate how new and innovative treatment strategies are being developed to promote recovery. Discussion will encompass the overarching goal of how a Therapeutic Relationship between a nurse and client can facilitate lifestyle changes towards Health Promotion and wellness.

Learner Objectives

1. Identify commonly used substances of use and misuse. 
2. Describe the health implications associated with Substance Use Disorders and new innovative treatments being offered. 
3. State the importance of utilizing Therapeutic Communication Strategies with this population served.

Presenter

Donna White, RN, PhD, CNS, LDAC I, CARN, Hanover, Massachusetts

Donna was the Addiction Specialist for the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, a Public Health Hospital for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  She is the former Chief Operating Officer and Nurse Executive at Worcester State Hospital. In addition, she was the Director of Nurses and the Director of Chemical Dependency Services and the Dual Diagnosis Program at Pembroke Psychiatric Hospital. In September, 2022, she will assume The Director Position of the University of Massachusetts Boston Alcohol Counseling Education Program (ACEP). She is a recipient of the Massachusetts Addiction Educator of the Year Award.

Registration Rates

• ASAN Members: $0, free to members

• Non-Members: $15

• • Not a Member? Click here to join, then sign up for the webinar.

Nursing CE

This event is approved for Nursing CE with the California Board of Nursing.

Cancellation

No refund due to cancellation. All registrants will have access to a video archive if you are unable to attend in person.

Attendee Registration

(Subject to change)

• Early registration ends on June 23, registrations after June 23 carry a $25 late fee
• Active Military (photo ID required): $350
• Nurse or Affiliate* Member (login required, active or retired): $450
• LPN Member (login required, active or retired): $350
• Student Member (login required, enrolled in full time studies):  $300
  
  
• Nurse or Affiliate* Non-Member (active or retired): $500
• LPN Non-Member (active or retired): $400
• Student Non-Member (enrolled in full time studies): $350

For single day registration options, click here.

*Affiliates are persons or entities who are concerned with addictions nursing

Sponsor Registration

• Sponsorship rates vary based on level and # of attendees. Visit the Sponsorship page for more information.

Notes & Policies

Attendee Cancellation Policy (attendees):

On or before July 11: 90% of total registration fees. After July 11: No refunds due to cancellation. Early registration ends on 31-January.

Sponsor Benefits, Payment & Cancellation Polices (sponsors):

Sponsorship benefits cannot be provided until payment is received in full. Sponsorships benefits cannot be guaranteed for registrations and/or payments received after June 30. Sponsorship benefits available in advance of the conference (eg: logo/link on website/emails) begin when payment is received. No refunds due to cancellation, sponsorship will be transferred to the next annual conference.

Attendee Registration

(Subject to change)

• Early registration ends on May 31, registrations after May 31 carry a $25 late fee
• Active Military (photo id required): $175
• Nurse or Affiliate* Member (login required, active or retired): $225
• LPN Member (login required, active or retired): $175
• Student Member (login required, enrolled in full time studies):  $150
  
  
• Nurse or Affiliate* Non-Member (active or retired): $250
• LPN Non-Member (active or retired): $200
• Student Non-Member (enrolled in full time studies): $175

*Affiliates are persons or entities who are concerned with addictions nursing

Notes & Policies

Attendee Cancellation Policy (attendees):

On or before July 11: 90% of total registration fees. After July 11: No refunds due to cancellation. Early registration ends on 31-January.