Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing (CVSN)

Message from the Chair

Welcome to the website of the Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing (CVSN). It is an honor and privilege to serve as Chair of the Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing (CVSN). I am looking forward to working with all of you to build upon what previous leaders have accomplished.

Terrie Black, DNP, MBA, CRRN, FAHA, FAAN
Chair, Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing

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CVSN Educational Fund

Contribute to the CVSN Council's future success through a donation to the CVSN Educational Fund to fund educational programs and activities such as travel grants awards and support for early-career members.

Learn more about the CVSN Educational Fund

Nursing Educational Tools

CME Education

Non-ST-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes eBook: An Enhanced Overview of the AHA/ACC 2014 Guidelines

This e-book is designed to enhance the NSTE-ACS Guidelines, and explain the evidence behind the ACS guidelines. The interactive, engaging manner, and flow of this eBook aid in the assimilation of information, further facilitating improved quality of care provided to your patients.

Vascular Cognitive Impairment

This online course provides the most current and comprehensive scope of knowledge in the early assessment and management of vascular cognitive impairment. The presentations from experts in the field will challenge and expand on contemporary patient care across the age continuum.

Additional Resources

American Stroke Association - Visit the American Stroke Association website to find out more about stroke and stroke prevention.
Joint Membership with World Stroke Association (WSO)
Get With The Guidelines-Stroke
Stroke Minority - To take an active role to advocate minority issues related to the Council's involvement.
ASA Patient Support Group Lesson Modules
Stroke Advocacy & Legislation - You're the Cure grassroots are helping in the fight for public policies to improve the treatment of stroke.