STAND UP FOR NURSES

UAPRN is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving access to healthcare for the citizens of Georgia. We support the advancement of the APRN role by addressing and promoting legislative and practice issues.

APGO Excellence in Teaching Award!

June 30, 2021 No Comments

Gabby Helfgott, DNP, CNM, APRN, NCMP is a member of our Augusta chapter and leader on the chapter board. She is both a midwife and

Nursing is more than a profession.

May 11, 2021 No Comments

Nursing is more than just a profession. Nursing is an opportunity to change the lives of others. Thank you, Nurses! For your daily sacrifices. For

Welcome New State Board Members!

May 11, 2021 No Comments

Welcome New State Board Members!!!! Ashley Blackmon is now serving as President-elect! Dr. Michelle Nelson will be staying on for an interim year to serve

OUR STORY

UAPRN of GA began in 2006 and represents all APRNs (Advanced Practice Registered Nurses) in its promotion of APRN issues relating to legislative and practice areas and to support the advancement of the APRN role. We are a collective voice for all APRN’s in Georgia to promote collaboration and unification. We seek to educate the public regarding advanced nursing practice. We address legislative and political issues related to health care and barriers to advanced nursing practice in Georgia. We advocate for and provide accessible, quality health care for all Georgians. We provide professional role identification and mentorship to nursing colleagues, students, and new APRNs. We are organized to promote, support and perform nursing research that includes practice, management, and legislative issues. JOIN US!

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State President of UAPRN Georgia

Dr. Michelle Alyson Nelson, Ph.D., RN, MS, FNP-BC

Dr. Michelle A. Nelson is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Georgia State University School of Nursing where she teaches Basic Skills and Health Assessment in the undergraduate program as well as Research, Ethics, and Policy in the graduate programs.

State President-Elect of UAPRN Georgia

Ashley Blackmon, MS, CCRN, FNP-C

Ashley Blackmon is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who currently sees advanced heart failure patients. She enjoys this subspecialty because it includes heart transplants as well as multi-disciplinary management. She is passionate about all aspects of healthcare.