[4] Ahrens has more than 25 years of experience as a critical care nurse,[5] and is the author of five books, more than 100 papers,[6] and more than 40 scientific publications.
[7] Ahrens is also a grant reviewer for the National Institutes of Health and formerly served on the board of directors for AACN.
[9] Ahrens is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, which named him one of its first Edge Runners in 2006; the award recognizes innovations resulting in better care for patients, families, and the community.
[10] In 2008, he received the Flame of Excellence award from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses;[11] this award recognizes sustained contributions of excellence in acute and critical care nursing.
The company also places computer kiosks in public areas for use by patients, families, and hospital staff in accessing the site.