American Association of Heart Failure Nurses - AAHFN

American Association of Heart Failure Nurses - AAHFN The AAHFN is a specialty organization dedicated to advancing nursing education, clinical practice and research to improve heart failure patient outcomes.
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Heart failure is our exclusive interest and passion. Our goal is to set the standards for heart failure nursing care.

Heart failure management continues to evolve, making it essential for clinicians to stay current with evidence-based tre...
09/10/2026

Heart failure management continues to evolve, making it essential for clinicians to stay current with evidence-based treatment recommendations. The 2024 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway for Treatment of Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction (HFrEF) provides practical guidance to support the implementation and optimization of guideline-directed medical therapy, improve patient outcomes, and address common challenges in clinical practice.

Maddox TM, Januzzi JL, Allen LA, et al. 2024 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway for Treatment of Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction: A Report of the American College of Cardiology Solution Set Oversight Committee. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2024;83(15):1444-1488.

Read the full article:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2023.12.024

In the Know | Functional Status and Health-Related Quality of Life Among Survivors of Cardiogenic ShockSurvival from car...
09/09/2026

In the Know | Functional Status and Health-Related Quality of Life Among Survivors of Cardiogenic Shock

Survival from cardiogenic shock is an important clinical milestone, but recovery extends beyond hospital discharge. This study examines functional status and health-related quality of life among survivors of cardiogenic shock, highlighting the longer-term impact of this critical illness on patients' physical function and overall well-being.

Understanding the experiences and needs of cardiogenic shock survivors is essential to developing comprehensive post-discharge care strategies that address not only survival, but also recovery, functional outcomes, and quality of life.

Read the article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jchf.2026.103229

Citation: Hall E, Agarwal S, Ayers C, et al. Functional Status and Health-Related Quality of Life Among Survivors of Cardiogenic Shock. J Am Coll Cardiol HF. 2026.

Become a Certified Heart Failure Nurse! Registration for the December CHFN exam is now open. Take the next step in advan...
09/04/2026

Become a Certified Heart Failure Nurse!

Registration for the December CHFN exam is now open. Take the next step in advancing your career and making a difference in heart failure care. Flexible testing options are available—choose a location that works for you or take the exam remotely.

Secure your spot today: https://www.aahfn.org/event/202612CHFNCBT1

AAHFN Corporate Member Spotlight: Boehringer IngelheimAAHFN is pleased to recognize Boehringer Ingelheim as a valued cor...
09/03/2026

AAHFN Corporate Member Spotlight: Boehringer Ingelheim

AAHFN is pleased to recognize Boehringer Ingelheim as a valued corporate member!

We are grateful for Boehringer Ingelheim’s support of AAHFN and its commitment to advancing healthcare and improving outcomes for patients living with cardiovascular and related conditions. Strong partnerships help us continue to support education, professional development, and excellence in heart failure nursing.

Thank you, Boehringer Ingelheim, for your continued support of AAHFN and our heart failure nursing community!

Pearls of Practice | When the Right Ventricle Becomes the Teacher: Lessons From Acute Right Heart FailureThe right ventr...
09/03/2026

Pearls of Practice | When the Right Ventricle Becomes the Teacher: Lessons From Acute Right Heart Failure

The right ventricle plays a critical role in cardiovascular function, and acute right heart failure presents complex challenges that require timely recognition and thoughtful clinical management.

In this featured Journal of Cardiac Failure article, Mihai A. explores important lessons from acute right heart failure, offering insights that can help inform clinical understanding and care of patients experiencing right-sided cardiac dysfunction.

Read the article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cardfail.2026.07.013

In the Know | Long-Term Adverse Events and Cardiac Recovery Among Women With Peripartum CardiomyopathyPeripartum cardiom...
09/02/2026

In the Know | Long-Term Adverse Events and Cardiac Recovery Among Women With Peripartum Cardiomyopathy

Peripartum cardiomyopathy presents unique challenges, with cardiac recovery and long-term outcomes remaining important areas of clinical focus. This study examines long-term adverse events and cardiac recovery among women with peripartum cardiomyopathy, providing valuable insights into the ongoing cardiovascular risks and recovery trajectories experienced by this patient population.

The findings underscore the importance of continued surveillance and comprehensive, long-term care for women affected by peripartum cardiomyopathy, even after apparent cardiac recovery.

Read the article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jchf.2026.103234

Citation: Koczo A, Keskin A, Saeed A, et al. Long-Term Adverse Events and Cardiac Recovery Among Women With Peripartum Cardiomyopathy. J Am Coll Cardiol HF. 2026.

AAHFN Corporate Member Spotlight: CytokineticsAAHFN is proud to recognize Cytokinetics as a valued corporate member!We a...
09/01/2026

AAHFN Corporate Member Spotlight: Cytokinetics

AAHFN is proud to recognize Cytokinetics as a valued corporate member!

We appreciate Cytokinetics’ support of AAHFN and its commitment to advancing cardiovascular care and supporting the heart failure community. Partnerships with organizations that share our dedication to improving outcomes for patients help strengthen the work we do together.

Thank you, Cytokinetics, for your continued support of AAHFN and the heart failure nursing community!

Pearls of Practice | New ResourceStay up to date with the latest evidence and expert guidance in heart failure care with...
08/27/2026

Pearls of Practice | New Resource

Stay up to date with the latest evidence and expert guidance in heart failure care with this featured resource from the 2026 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway.

Management of Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction: 2026 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway

This report provides an updated expert framework for the management of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), offering practical guidance to support clinicians in delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care.

🔗 Read the full article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2026.06.018

Citation: Kittleson M, Panjrath G, Bates K, et al. Management of Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction: 2026 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway: A Report of the American College of Cardiology Solution Set Oversight Committee. JACC. 2026.

AAHFN Heartbeat Series: Respiratory Vaccine RecommendationsVaccination plays an important role in protecting patients wi...
08/24/2026

AAHFN Heartbeat Series: Respiratory Vaccine Recommendations

Vaccination plays an important role in protecting patients with cardiovascular disease from respiratory infections and their potential complications.

The latest recommendations provide updated guidance on respiratory vaccines and their role in cardiovascular care. Stay informed and explore the recommendations to help support evidence-based conversations with your patients.

Read the full article: JACC: https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacc.2026.07.004 #:~:text=Heidenreich%2C%20P%2C%20Bhatt,j.jacc.2026.07.004

Continuing Your Connection to Heart Failure Nursing After RetirementRetiring from heart failure nursing does not have to...
08/21/2026

Continuing Your Connection to Heart Failure Nursing After Retirement

Retiring from heart failure nursing does not have to mean leaving the heart failure community behind.

AAHFN offers a credential specifically for nurses who are retiring from heart failure nursing or moving into a career path outside of the specialty. This credential allows you to remain connected to the heart failure nursing community through AAHFN membership, annual meetings, conferences, educational opportunities, and more, without actively practicing in the specialty.

Whether you are retiring from nursing altogether or simply taking your career in a new direction, you can continue to stay connected to the profession and community you helped shape.

For more information and eligibility details, visit the AAHFN Certification website: https://www.aahfn.org/mpage/certificationboard

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