irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $231KEDUCATION:TO INCREASE AWARENESS AND UTILIZATION OF ABPANC'S SPECIALTY NURSING STUDY TOOLS AS A KEY SUPPORT MECHANISM FOR CANDIDATES PREPARING FOR CERTIFICATION, THEREBY ENHANCING PERIANESTHESIA PATIENT CARE. THESE TOOLS INCLUDE PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS, LEARNING GUIDES, AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES.
- #2 $0CONFERENCE AND OTHER:ABPANC RECEIVES REVENUE FROM ASPAN AS REIMBURSEMENT FOR LUNCHEON TICKET SALES AT THE ANNUAL CELEBRATION LUNCHEON DURING THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE. ASPAN SELLES TICKETS FOR $65 EACH AND REMITS THE PROCEEDS TO ABPANC, LESS A NOMINAL ADMIN FEE. THIS REVENUE OFFSETS THE COST OF THE LUNCHEON, WHICH RECOGNIZES AWARDS RECIPIENTS AND FEATURES AN INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER, WITH APPROXIMATELY 350 ATTENDEES ANNUALLY.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
CPAN/CAPA Certification Exams
Administers and maintains the Certified Post-Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) and Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA) certification programs, including exam development, delivery, and recertification.
CPPN Certification Development
Developing the Certified Pediatric Perianesthesia Nurse (CPPN) exam, with item writing, review, and exam review committees preparing for a 2027 launch.
Exam Preparedness Committee
Oversees the development and enhancement of certification preparation resources and study tools for perianesthesia nursing candidates.
Professional Development Committee
Guides the creation of continuing education programs to address practice gaps and enhance competence in perianesthesia nursing.
Study Tools and Exam Preparation Resources
Provides practice examinations, learning guides, and other educational resources to support nurses preparing for certification.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Professional Certification in Healthcare 8 activities
- Administer CPAN and CAPA certification examsAdministers the Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) and Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA) certification exams during two annual testing windows: March 15–May 15 and September 15–November 15.
- Develop and maintain CPAN and CAPA certification exam contentWrites, reviews, and approves CPAN and CAPA certification exam items and practice examinations based on current perianesthesia nursing practice, accreditation standards, and psychometric best practices; maintains item bank integrity through monitoring, retiring, and recoding.
- Develop and manage new certification programsDeveloping the Certified Pediatric Perianesthesia Nurse (CPPN) certification exam, anticipated to launch in 2027, to expand specialty certification in pediatric perianesthesia care.
- Maintain accreditation of certification programsMaintains national accreditation for CPAN and CAPA certification programs through the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC), with continuous accreditation since 2004 and reaccreditation confirmed through April 2029.
- Manage CPAN and CAPA certification and recertification processesManages national certification and recertification for CPAN and CAPA credentials, including defined application windows and requirements, supporting over 13,500 certified perianesthesia nurses.
- Operate AI-powered assistance for certification supportProvides 24/7 AI-powered assistance offering real-time guidance on CPAN and CAPA certification steps, recertification timelines, resource locations, definitions, and personalized study guides using only official ABPANC resources.
- Provide exam preparation and continuing education resourcesOffers study tools including practice exams, flashcards, microlearning modules, learning guides, live webinars, self-paced online courses, and continuing education credits to support perianesthesia nurses preparing for or maintaining CPAN and CAPA certification.
- Support volunteer engagement in certification activitiesOffers volunteer opportunities for CPAN and CAPA-certified nurses to contribute to the development and advancement of perianesthesia nursing certification programs.
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Healthcare Education Scholarships and Fellowships 2 activities
- Fund nurse participation in international medical missionsFunds Medical Mission Grants to support CPAN and CAPA-certified nurses participating in international medical missions, enabling global clinical service and knowledge exchange.
- Offer scholarships for certification pursuitOffers Certification and Recertification Scholarships to support nurses pursuing CPAN or CAPA credentials, with recipients selected through a formal review process.
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Healthcare Professional Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Recognize excellence in perianesthesia nursing certificationRecognizes individuals and organizations demonstrating excellence in perianesthesia nursing through awards such as the Advocacy Award, Excellence in Leadership Award, Distinguished Service Award, and Certification Achievement Awards for nursing units with high certification rates.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.26M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$2.08M92%
Investment income$141K6%
Other revenue$39K
expenses
Total expenses$1.97M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$730K
Grants paid out$13K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.66M
Cash$654K
Investments$2.80M
Liabilities$359K
Net assets$3.30M
Liquid reserves21.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +6.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SARAH ROYSTER | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $172K |
| LORI FURTADO | DIRECTOR OF CERTIFICATION | 40 | $136K |
| JUDY HUNTLEY | DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS | 40 | $118K |
board members · 12
- CAROL PEHOTSKY — DIRECTOR
- GAYLE BULTSMA — SECRETARY/TREASURER
- GLENN PADRID — DIRECTOR
- JUSTIN C FLEMING — DIRECTOR
- KATHERINE HOULE — PRESIDENT
- MARIA RUFFNER — DIRECTOR
- MARIE BAUTISTA — PRESIDENT ELECT
- MARIE FORTUNO — DIRECTOR
- MARY CHRISTINA LAZO — DIRECTOR
- MAUREEN DIVER — DIRECTOR
- SHARON SHINGLETON — DIRECTOR
- VONDA KAY FITCH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- ABPANC Network — Abby is the certification assistant for ABPANC, delivering information based on ABPANC's official resources.
- ABSNC Government — Follows ABSNC Accreditation standards in the development and review of certification exam items.
- ASPA N Partner — Collaborates with ASPAN to administer the annual celebration luncheon at the national conference, including ticket sales and revenue sharing.
- ASPAN Partner — Collaborates with ABPANC on certification and professional development initiatives.
- ASPAN Partner — Collaborates with ASPAN to host the annual Celebration Luncheon and co-recognize certification excellence in perianesthesia nursing.
- ASPAN Partner — Hosts an Item Writing Workshop at the ASPAN conference in Dallas, TX for CPAN and CAPA exam development.
- Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification Government — Accredits the CPAN and CAPA certification programs since 2004.
- Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification Government — Accredits the CPAN and CAPA certification programs through a peer-review process.
- Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification Government — National accrediting body from which ABPANC has maintained accreditation since 2004.
- CAPA Network — Manages the Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA) certification program.
- CPAN Network — Manages the Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) certification program.
- CPAN and CAPA nurses Network — Certified nurses who participate in educational outreach by sharing their certification experiences.
- Learning Builder Partner — Platform used for managing certification profiles, applications, and exam registration.
- LearningBuilder Partner — System integrated with ABPANC's LMS to support documentation of continuing education for recertification.
- National Association of Social Workers (PA Chapter) Partner — Former employer of ABPANC public board member Justin Fleming, where he directed government relations.
- PSI Partner — Administers the CPAN and CAPA certification exams through Live Remote Proctoring.
- PSI Partner — Collaborates with PSI on item writing principles, exam development, and item bank maintenance for CPAN and CAPA certifications.
- Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children Partner — Former employer of ABPANC public board member Justin Fleming, where he served as Government Affairs Director.
- Pennsylvania Psychological Association Partner — Former employer of ABPANC public board member Justin Fleming, where he directed government relations.
- TalentLMS Partner — Technology partner providing the learning management system platform for ABPANC's online education offerings.
- Zoom Partner — Platform used to host ABPANC webinars for perianesthesia nurse education.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Adaptive Learning and Exam Preparation Supportmethodology: adaptive_learning_for_certificationBy providing adaptive learning resources and psychometrically sound exams, the organization increases certification success and maintains competency because tailored study tools accommodate diverse learners while ensuring rigorous, valid assessment.
- Certification as a Public Protection Mechanismmethodology: public_protection_through_certificationBy certifying perianesthesia nurses, the organization improves patient safety and public protection because certification validates clinical expertise, ensures adherence to high standards, and incorporates public perspective in governance to prioritize patient outcomes.
- Peer-Driven Certification Development and Advancementmethodology: peer_led_certificationBy engaging certified nurses as volunteers in exam development, coaching, and peer testimonials, the organization strengthens the credibility and relevance of certification because lived clinical experience ensures alignment with real-world practice and fosters professional buy-in.