American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), which represents 65,000 critical-care nurses, strives to improve the healthcare of critically ill patients and their families.

ANCC Pathway to Excellence Program
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Pathway to Excellence Program recognizes a healthcare organization’s commitment to creating a positive practice environment that empowers and engages staff.

Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society
The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) is the healthcare industry’s membership organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of healthcare information technology and management systems for the betterment of healthcare.