American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
Patients and their families rely on nurses at the most vulnerable times of their lives. Acute and critical care nurses rely on the American Association for Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) for expert knowledge and the influence to fulfill their promise to patients and their families. AACN is dedicated to creating a healthcare system driven by the needs of patients and families where acute and critical care nurses make their optimal contribution. AACN drives excellence because nothing less is acceptable.