NAPNAP Opposes Executive Order on Childhood Immunizations
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) strongly opposes President Trump’s executive order calling for changes to the childhood vaccine schedule without evidence to support the policy shift. For decades, the FDA has thoroughly reviewed scientific evidence to
Announcing Interim CEO
From NAPNAP President Dr. Nutrena Tate Effective Aug. 5, 2026, Linda Young has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) following the retirement of James Wendorf after six years of dedicated
Official Statement on NAPNAP and AFPNP Alliance
NAPNAP and AFPNP Strengthen Strategic Alliance to Advance Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Education, Workforce Development and Patient Care The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) and the Association of Faculties of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (AFPNP) are proud to announce
NAPNAP Joins Challenge to Unlawful Student Loan Restrictions
Joint Press Release Broad Coalition Challenges Unlawful Student Loan Restrictions That Target Nurses, Counselors, Public Health Professionals, and Educators National Healthcare and Higher Education Associations and Unions Unite to Stop Threat to Thousands Who Rely on Federal Student Loans
NP Associations Decry Final Rule
National Nurse Practitioner Associations Decry Department of Education Final Rule As a Malicious Attack On Nursing In response to the Department of Education’s final rule establishing federal loan limits for graduate and professional students, the nation’s national leading nurse
CEO Transition
From President Dr. Felesia Bowen After six years of dedicated leadership, we celebrate the remarkable tenure of NAPNAP CEO James Wendorf as he plans his retirement this summer. Jim has guided the organization with vision and stability through a
AAP and NAPNAP Unite to Strengthen Childhood Immunization and Combat Vaccine Hesitancy
At the 47th National Conference on Pediatric Health Care, hosted by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP), leaders from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and NAPNAP met to reaffirm their shared commitment to advancing pediatric health
The Nation’s National Nurse Practitioner Organizations Respond to the Department of Education’s Proposed Rule
In response to the release of the Department of Education’s proposed rule, our collective organizations express our concern for the future workforce, and deep disappointment in the Department of Education. The proposed rule diminishes the incredible work of nurse
An Update to Our SIGs
Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are an integral part of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP), and protecting their value and reputation is a top priority for our Executive Board. In today’s climate, however, the term special interest
NAPNAP Official Statement in Response to HHS’ New Vaccine Schedule
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) is deeply disturbed by HHS’ announcement that it will revise the CDC’s Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule based on a presidential directive rather than decades of rigorous scientific research and independent
