In light of recent news, state officials in Tennessee are working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local public health departments in monitoring and mitigating the developing outbreak of the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) to protect public health.
TANA is actively monitoring state and federal agencies such as the Tennessee Department of Health, and the CDC for any updates related to the virus. TANA will continue to share the latest guidance related to the outbreak with our members.
TANA will remain in close communication and coordination with the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) and other national and state agencies to provide our members with the most up-to-date recommendations and information regarding COVID-19.
Up to Date Coronavirus information from the Tennessee Department of Health
TDH has launched a Tennessee Coronavirus Public Information Line in partnership with the Tennessee Poison Center. The number is 877-857-2945 and is available daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central time.
Coronavirus Resources from the AANA
In light of the growing concern surrounding the worldwide spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), the AANA has prepared practice resources to support CRNAs as they develop strategic steps for managing patients with expected or confirmed infection. Visit www.aana.com/COVID-19 to access more information. Be sure to frequent this page for updated resources from respected national and international organizations. The AANA will continue to monitor the situation and support CRNAs as we work together to safely deliver patient care and keep ourselves and the communities we serve healthy. For questions and concerns, please contact the AANA Professional Practice Division at [email protected] or 847.655.8870.
TANA is actively monitoring developments from state, national, and international health agencies related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. For the health, safety, and wellbeing of our members and the communities we serve across the state of Tennessee, this page will be frequently updated to provide links to the latest information & recommendations related to COVID-19. Because this is a rapidly evolving situation, members are encouraged to check these resources frequently for updates.
Additional Helpful Links
American Academy of Opthamology
Anesthesiology News and ASA Town Hall-Recommending no elective procedures
Ambulatory Surgery Center Association
Tennessee Hospital Association
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
American Association of Nurse Anesthetists – COVID-19 clinical practice resources.
The AANA Professional Practice Division can be reached at [email protected]Â or 847-655-8870.
Tennessee Department of Health – Information & statistics related to COVID-19 in Tennessee.
Tennessee Coronavirus Public Information Line – 877-857-2945 (available daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. CST).
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Information related to COVID-19 for healthcare providers.
World Health Organization (WHO) – International resources related to COVID-19 for healthcare providers and patients.
For questions and concerns, please contact TANA at [email protected] or 615-329-3450.