Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing (CVSN)
Message from the Chair
Welcome to the Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing (CVSN) of the American Heart Association (AHA). It is an honor and privilege to serve as Chair and remain committed to advocating for nursing and cardiovascular and stroke conditions across the lifespan. We remain focused on serving as a scientific home for nursing and providing resources for professional development at all stages and career paths.
Nancy Pike, PhD, CPNP-AC/PC, FNP-BC, FAHA, FAAN
Chair, Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing (CVSN)
Welcome to the CVSN Council
Recent News
CVSN Educational Fund
International Stroke Conference 2027
Pre-Cons and Stroke Nursing Symposia: February 9, 2027Sessions: February 10–12, 2027
George R. Brown Convention Center | Houston, Texas
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 - Grassroots advocates are helping in the fight for public policies to improve the treatment of stroke.
Current AHA Research Grant and Funding Opportunities
Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
NIH Stroke Scale
American Heart Association Professional Members
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- Affiliate with our 16 Scientific Councils
- Discounts on Scientific Conference Registration and Online Courses
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