American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc.

American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc. ABPANC develops, sponsors & manages the CPAN® & the CAPA® nursing certifications.

These professional certification programs are designed for RNs caring for patients who have experienced sedation, analgesia & anesthesia in a hospital and ASC setting. ABPANC provides CPAN® and CAPA® Certification for perianesthesia nurses.

CPAN stands for Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse and CAPA stands for Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse. These certifications are designed for registered nurses caring for patients who have experienced sedation, analgesia and anesthesia.

06/02/2026

Now is a great time to start preparing to take the CPAN or CAPA exams in late 2026! Check out all of ABPANC's Exam Preparation materials including Practice Exams, Flashcards, 12-week Study Guides, and now, our personalized study guides!

Exam Preparation Resources: https://buff.ly/r2TciYs
Personalized study guides by Abby: https://buff.ly/IySPPTZ

06/01/2026

Big improvements are coming to the ABPANC scholarship program! We're implementing a new scholarship management system that will simplify the application and review process, which means the next application window will open one month later than usual.

We'll share more updates in the coming weeks, and look forward to opening the new application period in early July. Questions? Contact [email protected].

Newly Certified or Recertified? Don't forget to print your Certificate or Wallet ID! Instructions are included here for ...
05/28/2026

Newly Certified or Recertified? Don't forget to print your Certificate or Wallet ID! Instructions are included here for printing through Learning Builder, or you can create an account at credential.net to order an upgraded version of your certificate or Wallet ID.

Questions? Ask Abby (cpancapa.org/abby) or email [email protected]!

Last chance to register for tomorrow evening’s webinar- From Guidelines to Workflow: Implementing ERAS. Learn how to tur...
05/27/2026

Last chance to register for tomorrow evening’s webinar- From Guidelines to Workflow: Implementing ERAS.

Learn how to turn ERAS recommendations into a practical, phase-by-phase workflow that supports safer recovery, fewer complications, reduced PONV, improved normothermia, and multimodal pain strategies that can help limit opioid exposure. You’ll also gain actionable steps to implement and sustain ERAS with your interdisciplinary team while supporting more consistent, equitable patient care.

Registration by 3:00 PM ET tomorrow, May 28: https://buff.ly/AaIV0cp

ABPANC Question of the Week- Submit your answer in the comments and use the link below to find the correct answer and ad...
05/27/2026

ABPANC Question of the Week- Submit your answer in the comments and use the link below to find the correct answer and additional study questions!

When giving discharge instructions post cataract surgery, the perianesthesia nurse instructs the patient to:

A. avoid watching TV.
B. avoid lifting heavy objects.
C. rest with the operative side down
D. keep the head elevated.

https://buff.ly/jEGfLJU

Are you due to Recertify by October 31? You can access your Learning Builder account at any time to enter and track your...
05/26/2026

Are you due to Recertify by October 31? You can access your Learning Builder account at any time to enter and track your CE credits. The Recertification window opens July 1 - log in then to submit your Recertification application early!

You earned your certification. Don’t keep it to yourself.Digital credentials make it easy to share your CPAN® or CAPA® c...
05/25/2026

You earned your certification. Don’t keep it to yourself.

Digital credentials make it easy to share your CPAN® or CAPA® certification wherever it matters: your email signature, LinkedIn profile, or even during performance reviews. No extra steps, no guesswork, just a clear, verified way to show your achievement.

It’s not just about visibility - sharing your credential helps reinforce your commitment to patient safety and professional growth in a way others can quickly understand.

Take a minute to share your credential and make it visible! Not sure where to find your credentials? Ask Abby on the ABPANC website, or email [email protected]!

Don't miss out on this opportunity to get a scholarship towards your Certification or Recertification fees! You have one...
05/22/2026

Don't miss out on this opportunity to get a scholarship towards your Certification or Recertification fees! You have one week left to apply for the September-October testing window, or for October 31, 2026 renewal. Apply today!

ERAS works best when it becomes part of the workflow, not just a guideline. Learn more here, and then register online at...
05/21/2026

ERAS works best when it becomes part of the workflow, not just a guideline. Learn more here, and then register online at https://buff.ly/bIcAOny

05/21/2026

CPAN Certification is available for nurses who are licensed outside of the United States! If you work in a pre- or post-anesthesia setting, this certification is for you.

What does it mean to be certified? It's different for everyone but the most common response we get to that question, is that getting certified is validation of your expertise as a perianesthesia nurse.

Sign up for ABPANC's free monthly newsletter to learn more about this Certification and what it could mean for your nursing career! https://buff.ly/ssDw0Uw

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