ABPANC Continues Annual Recognition of Hospitals Demonstrating Excellence in Perianesthesia Nursing Certification in 2026

The American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc. (ABPANC) is proud to recognize hospitals and units that have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to nursing excellence by achieving 75% or more CPAN® (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse) and/or CAPA® (Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse) certification among eligible perianesthesia staff.

This distinction highlights organizations that prioritize specialty certification as a standard of practice—supporting improved patient outcomes, professional growth, and clinical excellence.

Earning this recognition reflects a deep commitment to quality care and professional development. ABPANC recognizes that these teams have set a high bar for perianesthesia nursing by investing in certification and demonstrating what’s possible when excellence is the expectation.

The following hospitals and units have earned this distinction for 2026 recognition:

• Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, Cheyenne, WY
  • Same Day Surgery (SDS)
  • Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• Adventist Health – Hanford, Hanford, CA
  • Surgical Short Stay
• Northeast Georgia Health System – Lumpkin, Dahlonega, GA
  • Lumpkin Preop/PACU/Post-op
• Houston Methodist The Woodlands, The Woodlands, TX
  • PACU
• Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston, TX
  • Post Anesthesia Care Unit
• Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
  • Outpatient Stay Unit (OSU)
  • PACU Core
  • 3PACU
  • 7PACU
  • 5 Pavilion PACU
  • 4 Pavilion PACU
  • 8 Main PACU
• Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD
  • The Institute for Foot & Ankle Reconstruction
  • Crane Preop
• Methodist Hospital Division of Jefferson Health, Philadelphia, PA
  • Methodist Hospital PACU

These organizations represent a select group nationwide that have reached this benchmark, reinforcing the value of certification as a driver of excellence in perianesthesia care.

Both the CPAN and CAPA certification programs are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification. To learn more, and apply for your program to get this recognition in 2027, visit https://www.cpancapa.org/get-involved/awards/abpanc-certification-achievement-award/.