The new Dermatology Shared Interest Group (SIG) is for NAPNAP members interested in furthering their understanding of treatment and management for common pediatric dermatology conditions. Pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in primary care and related specialty care settings are encouraged to join to further their comfort level in treating dermatology conditions in children. APRNÂ students are highly encouraged to join to supplement their understanding during their academic program. The SIG is led by experienced pediatric dermatology nurse practitioners who work in pediatric dermatology practices throughout the United States.
Benefits of joining the Dermatology SIG:
- Free continuing education presentations on common pediatric dermatology conditions.
- Educational offerings exclusively communicated to Derm SIG members
- Group discussion and case study review
- Journal club
- Continuing education offered at the National Conference and/or regional symposia
- Networking
Additional Information
Email:Â [email protected]Â
Chair: Rebecca J. Flynn, RN, APRN, CPNP-PC
Co-chair: Karna Bock, CPNP-PC
2025 Sun Safety Campaign
This summer, social media has seen an influx of content, typically catered to and shared by teenagers, encouraging tanning when the UV index is high. Pediatric health care experts know that tanning when the UV index is high or extreme can increase risk of skin cancers and premature aging of the skin.
In an effort to combat the misinformation being spread about the UV index and sun safety, NAPNAP’s Dermatology SIG has developed the below resources for use on social media. These resources are free to download, and we encourage you to get teens involved in sharing this information!
Social Media Graphics
Social Media Videos
- Enhance member engagement by surveying SIG members to assess the group’s interest in engagement opportunities, collaboration with Asthma and Allergy SIG for combined journal club or other activities and participation in the SIG Showcase and the SIG business meeting at the NAPNAP conference.
- Advertise SIG membership to maintain current membership numbers by sharing dermatology education with all NAPNAP members on Open Forum communications about our SIG benefits. Additionally, promote Dermatology Clinical PEARLS at the SIG showcase.
- Post to SIG members once a month to regularly communicate dermatology educational opportunities both in the SIG e-community and via email. Additionally, provide Dermatology Educational PEARLS – two educational sessions every six months.
- National Eczema Association
- Dermatitis Academy – Simple and Free – search for safe products
American Academy of Dermatology – Video Library
SkinSafe Products – download this app to check product safety
