AANA members have many options and opportunities to serve and support fellow members and the nurse anesthesiology profession overall. Join an AANA committee and play a part in creating, improving, and implementing new strategies, programs, and more.
Each AANA committee operates under a charter outlining its purpose, authority, and procedures. Committees include AANA member CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists and may also include resident and RN-APRN members and AANA Board members. Each committee is supported by AANA staff.
Explore standing and elected committees below. Questions? Contact AANA Governance Manager Kelly McCohen at 847-655-8815 or governance@aana.com.
How to Join a Committee
CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists are eligible to apply for membership on committees as outlined each year. Residents and RN-APRN members also can apply for membership on certain committees.
The applications for MY2026 will be open from March 1, 2025, to April 30, 2025.
All MY26 committee members are encouraged to attend Annual Congress in Nashville, TN, and participate in the MY26 committee kickoff networking and orientation luncheon being held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Also, at Annual Congress each committee will hold its first committee meeting of the year. (If you are unable to attend in person there will be a virtual option to attend the committee meeting remotely.) The MY2026 term is from August 13, 2025 – August 25, 2026.
For additional information see Committee Membership Information for CRNAs, RRNAs, RNs, and APRNs.
Continue reading below to learn more about each committee.
Thank you for your interest in serving on an AANA Committee. As part of a member-centered, mission-driven organization, your participation on the committee level pays huge rewards to both you and the nurse anesthesia profession.
"Through dedicated service on multiple AANA committees, I've witnessed firsthand the power of collaboration in propelling our profession forward. Together, we've strengthened our collective voice and nurtured individual growth, enriching the professional journey with invaluable insights and expertise." Daniel King, DNP, CRNA, CPPS, CNE
"What is one of the benefits of serving on AANA committees? Members engage in discussions, exchange ideas, and collaborate with peers, enhancing their knowledge and skills in the field of nurse anesthesia. AANA Committee service allows CRNAs the opportunity to influence policy decisions, shape educational initiatives, and advocate for the interests of nurse anesthetists on a national level. Serving on AANA committees fosters networking and camaraderie among colleagues. You will build connections with fellow CRNAs from across the country that not only expands your professional network but also cultivates lasting friendships and support systems. Serving on AANA national committees offers a fulfilling and enriching experience, combining professional growth, advocacy, networking, and leadership development."
"If you have ever considered leadership as something that intrigues you, a great place to start is as a AANA Committee member. Personally, it was the invaluable experience serving on the AANA Public Relations Committee that enabled me to advance in leadership, serve on my state Board, and eventually providing the skills to be AANA Vice-President."
A standing committee is a committee created by AANA bylaws. These committees address key aspects of AANA and the nurse anesthesiology profession. Meetings occur via conference call, webinars, or online video. Many standing committees also meet at major AANA events.
Mission: The Communication Committee is a standing committee that promotes the profession of nurse anesthesiology and engages AANA membership through all appropriate communication channels.
MY2026 AANA Communications Committee members:
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AANA staff:
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Mission: The Continuing Education Committee is a standing committee that collaborates with any AANA recognized certification entity to review and direct providers towards education opportunities that meet the certification requirements for CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists.
MY2026 AANA Continuing Education Committee members:
Mission: The Education Committee is a standing committee that reviews requirements and standards for nurse anesthesiology educational programs and develops recommendations for accreditation entities recognized by the AANA.
MY2026 AANA Education Committee members:
Mission: The Finance Committee is a standing committee that supports the AANA Board of Directors in fulfilling its responsibility to oversee the AANA and its affiliated organizations’ financial health and sustainability.
MY2026 AANA Finance Committee members:
Mission: The Government Relations Committee is a standing committee that addresses matters pertaining to legislation and regulations and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors.
MY2026 AANA Government Relations members:
Government Relations Committee Charter
Mission: The Practice Committee is a standing committee that reviews issues related to work environment, practice management, and patient safety and makes recommendations for improvements to the AANA Board of Directors.
MY2026 AANA Practice Committee members:
Mission: The Professional Development Committee is a standing committee that develops, implements, and evaluates the AANA’s educational content and programs.
MY2026 AANA Professional Development Committee members:
Mission: The State Organizational Development Committee (SODC) is a standing committee that reviews applications for funding from the Organizational Health Allocations and Strategic Reserve Fund and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors for a final decision on funding requests. The committee also works in conjunction with the directors to assist state associations with organizational development issues and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors on revisions to the Guidelines for State Organizational Health.
MY2026 State Organizational Development Committee members:
A special committee is a committee created by the AANA Board of Directors.
Mission: Formed in 2019, this ad hoc committee designs and implements initiatives, educational opportunities, and events that foster cultural sensitivity, diversity, and inclusion for the nurse anesthesia profession.
Recognizing that its members represent all demographics and practice in every setting in which anesthesia is delivered across the United States, AANA desires to integrate diversity and inclusion into the work of its Board, committees, and staff.
MY2026 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee members:
Mission: The Fellows Selection Committee is responsible for oversight of AANA Fellows selection and review process.
MY2026 Fellows Selection Committee members:
Mission: The AANA Membership Committee is an Ad hoc committee, and its purpose is to advance AANA’s mission by fostering a vibrant, engaged, and diverse membership. The committee will focus on enhancing member value through innovative strategies for recruitment, retention, and engagement while ensuring alignment with the evolving needs of the profession and its members. It will act as a strategic advisory body to the board, prioritizing member satisfaction, and driving initiatives that promote professional growth and collaboration.
MY2026 AANA Membership Committee:
Mission: The Wellness Committee is a special committee that assists the AANA Board of Directors in fostering lifelong healthy behavior decisions, promoting provider well-being, and decreasing the occupational risk of substance use disorder for AANA members.
MY2026 AANA Wellness Committee members
These committees address foundational, highly specific aspects of AANA. They include active AANA members elected by the overall membership. Leadership Identification Committee members serve a two-year term, and Bylaws and Resolution Committee members serve a two-year term. Committee chairs are expected to attend specific AANA meetings.
Mission: The Bylaws and Resolutions Committee is an elected, standing committee that reviews proposed amendments to the AANA bylaws, resolutions, and rules and submits them for consideration to AANA members at the Annual Congress and submits emergency resolutions throughout the year as needed.
MY2026 AANA Bylaws and Resolutions Committee members:
Mission: The Leadership Identification Committee is responsible for the recruiting, slating, and soliciting of AANA Board of Director and elected committee candidates.
MY2026 AANA Leadership Identification Committee members:
Mission: The AANA Journal Editorial Panel is responsible for accepting, reviewing, and editing papers submitted for publication in the AANA Journal. The panel also oversees the Writers Workshop.
(Note: The Journal Editorial Panel is not part of the committee application process.)
AANA Editorial Panel members:
Mission: The CRNA-PAC Committee is a special committee that promotes and facilitates contributions from AANA members and others to support federal policy advocacy.
MY2026 AANA CRNA-PAC Committee members:
Committee participation offers you significant personal and professional rewards. Learn more about serving on AANA committees.