The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) was established in 1986 and is the national professional organization that represents the specialty of palliative nursing, which includes hospice and palliative nurses. We support the profession through education, programs, research initiatives, and advocacy.

Mission: Advance nursing expertise in hospice and palliative care through education, advocacy, leadership, and research.

Vision: Every person living with serious illness receives equitable, comprehensive, and innovative hospice and palliative nursing care. 

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Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association

Virginia (Ginger) Marshall

Bsn Alexis Lochner Rn, Chpn

Lori Loretta Corcoran

Arienne P.

Rebecca Gagne-Henderson Ph.D., Aprn, Achpn

Heather Coats

Todd Smith

Diane Scheuring

The Nursing and Education team at the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) is responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive educational programs and resources to enhance the skills and knowledge of hospice and palliative nurses. This team, composed of national faculty, hospice nurses, and approved educators, focuses on creating review courses, conducting workshops, and providing crisis support to ensure quality care for patients with serious illnesses.

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