California Emergency Nurses Association

07/28/2026

Congratulations to all EDs for such great accomplishments.

https://www.ena.org/news-publications/newsroom/record-breaking-126-emergency-departments-earn-ena-lantern-awards?fbclid=IwdGRjcATVBzBwZG9mBWZkaWQWULbjxWrNJF8AcEQstzH3gGkfxJk-V2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6-njq63d1mSNWYnULCzqua26aZRtiShu5wHdxqGmDEizX3AK3CpMJZUvTRqA_aem_3Ud6qwPg4HD2UFiLEisNfQ

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. (July 27, 2026) – Recognizing emergency departments for their exceptional innovation and evidence-based practice, the Emergency Nurses Association announced a record-breaking 126 emergency departments earned the 2026 Lantern Award.

07/28/2026

Podium presentation submission link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVwWdCH1bDR4LQfQQQsn5hqeP538kRckBIUBdNfWK8V8b3DQ/viewform

Poster presentation submission link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7Gy1LWJjTpFo2xHf5ADqPsSdTG4EruWeEuj1TtOnKm2EMqQ/viewform

07/23/2026

Drumroll please….. California is being recognized by ENAF twice this week 🎉🎊🥳

From ENA Foundation Bulletin
“Congratulations to Eric Conrad of California, the ENStrong Challenge individual winner! Recognized for outstanding fundraising, engagement, social media and recruitment efforts, Eric has earned complimentary registration to Emergency Nursing 2026 in Phoenix.

Congratulations also to this year's winning states for leading their divisions in fundraising, recruitment and social media engagement!

And the winners are...
Maine ENA (Tier 1: 0-250 members)
Kentucky ENA (Tier 2: 251-500 members)
Missouri ENA (Tier 3: 501-1,000 members)
California ENA (Tier 4: 1,001 or more members)”

07/22/2026

We’re proud to share that the California ENA State Council has been named an inaugural ENA Foundation Emerald Award recipient, recognizing 35 years of outstanding support and commitment to the Foundation’s mission. Special thanks to Diane Schertz, our California ENAF Chair, for your incredible dedication, leadership, and tireless work—this honor reflects the impact you’ve helped make possible.

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. (July 21, 2026) —The ENA Foundation on Tuesday named 35 individuals and partners as recipients of Emerald Awards, highlighting those who have had a lasting, meaningful and mission-driven impact on the Foundation’s 35-year history.

07/16/2026

Check this out!!! Julio from CA ENA!

https://enaorg.libsyn.com/every-shift-tells-a-story-julio-vides?fbclid=IwdGRjcATFN2FwZG9mA2ZkaWQWUKoX5u1zk5HjmMoJv7iY9rh0Dq2jt2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR7EwuqSiesKTcS6fd8u4qgK_e7tRoo0EhFe5vFOA-KUH3QjynEZnCo3EXkuig_aem_kZVrb-Pz5AK6592LoUZB9w

From sitting behind the drum kit for a nu-metal rock band to stepping to the podium to lead a presentation at ENA Leadership Conference 2026, Julio Vides appreciates the whirlwind of experiences he's had in his life. His journey to capture on opportunities and find belief in himself has him right wh...

07/14/2026

“Small Space, Big Innovation”

South Los Angeles ED’s Inventive Solutions to Overcrowding Enhances Patient Care and Builds Deep Community Trust

The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital created new patient care roles and creatively used every inch of available real estate to address crowding.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July !

Submit your interest to speak at CA ENA annual conference https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVwWdCH1bDR4LQfQQQsn5hqeP538kRckBIUBdNfWK8V8b3DQ/viewform

06/23/2026

📢 Stay Connected with California ENA!

Want to stay informed about California ENA news, educational opportunities, advocacy updates, leadership opportunities, and upcoming events?

Join the conversation on **ENA Connect**

https://connect.ena.org/ca/home

ENA Connect is your hub for networking with fellow emergency nurses across California, sharing ideas, asking questions, and staying up to date on what's happening in our state council.

💬 Connect with colleagues
📚 Share resources and best practices
🩺 Discuss issues impacting emergency nursing
📅 Stay informed about upcoming events and opportunities

Don't miss out on the discussions that matter to our emergency nursing community. Log in to ENA Connect, join the California ENA community, and be part of the conversation!

06/11/2026

Congratulations to all inductees especially Rebecca Salisbury Lash from California 🎉

Congratulations to the emergency nurses who will be inducted into the Academy of Emergency Nursing. These women and men have made enduring contributions to the specialty in the areas of research, education, clinical practice and advocacy. Congrats to:

- Camilia Brandt
- Christian Burchill
- Rebecca Salisbury Lash
- Michele Lee
- Margaret Letitia
- Jennifer Schmitz
- Christien van der Linden
- Steve Weinman

https://www.ena.org/news-publications/newsroom/academy-emergency-nursing-induct-eight-fellows

06/11/2026

We are super excited to share that CAENA’s own Mindy Elayda and Ibrahim Mahmood are part of the inaugural Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Ambassador Engagement Committee! Woohoo 🥳

ENA is excited to introduce its newest committee! Say hello to the ENA Ambassador Engagement Committee:

Kevin McFarlane, Michelle Thorp, Rebekah Meyer, Mohammad Mahmood, Walter Sergio Lugari, Jaqueline Seales, Jamla Rizek, Deborah Clark, Chevonne Brown, Kyle Kendall, Kelly Collins, Julia Crist, Daniel Misa, Amy Barnes, Rebecca Perry, Vanessa Young, Juanita Vordenberg, Joyce Foresman-Capuzzi, Patricia Clutter, Melinda Elayda.

Be on the lookout for updates from the committee to stay informed about their initiatives, activities and impact throughout the year as they work to shape the future vision and direction of ENA’s Ambassador Engagement Program.