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California Nursing Students’ AssociationBoard of Directors MeetingCalifornia State University, Long Beach1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90840Building 304, Student Union, Hermosa Beach RoomFriday, February 28, 20141:00pm-6:00pmPresent: Matthew Grayson- CNSA President, Devin Gray- CNSA Vice President, Joseph Vaughan- CNSASecretary/Treasurer, Jennifer Ericson- CNSA Convention Director, Ashley MacRunnel- CNSA Community HealthDirector, Jireh Somera- CNSA Communications Director, Samantha Ahwah- CNSA Membership Director South, EboniCross-CNSA Breakthrough to Nursing Director, Patricia McFarland- ACNL CEO, Susan Herman- Advisor, BrendaBrozek- Advisor, Donna Kistler- Advisor, Cathy Melter- Advisor, Susan Bowman- AdvisorAbsent: Jessica Guthrie Montes- Committee Chair: Cultural Awareness, Melissa McClanahan- CNSA Image of NursingChair, Maria Estrada- CNSA Legislative Director, Ella Demchuk- CNSA Membership Director North, Susan BowmanAdvisorI.Call to OrderMeeting called to order at 1:45pmMatthew GraysonII.Roll CallRoll CallJoseph VaughanIII.Approval ofAgendaApproved by consensusA.IV.New BusinessCommittee Nominations (Approved by consensus)1.Image of Nursing Committeea.Alexandra Mahle, CSUS, Dec 2014b.Jenna Vestal, CSUS, Dec 2014c.Marcella Levatino, CSU Fresno, Dec 2016d.Shanae Epps, College of the Canyons, June 2014e.Brianna Carman, CSUS, Dec 2014M
f.Megan Barker, CSUS, June 2014g.Libby Lindberg, CSUS, June 2015h.Maite Medina, UCLA, June 2016i.Christine Barham, CSUS, June 2015j.Alison Gil, CSUS, June 2015k.Poppy Miller, Grossmont College, Dec 2014- Pat MacFarland- nursing students from different universities (Yale), are interested inworking with committeeB.OSHPD, Heath Careers Training Program (HCTP) GrantEboni Cross- 5000 people across the state (spread by word of mouth)-Uses membership meetings for exposure.-Targeting low economic background and minorities (African Americans/ SoutheastAsians)Matthew Grayson- Grant (if available) to expand from June 2014-15 – targeting schools(high schools/middle schools)C.Daisy AwardMatthew Grayson- Formed by parents of child who passed away from an autoimmune disorder. It isnow recognized worldwide.- No DAISY award currently being offered at school- can be used for faculty ORstudents.- Required to pay 400 into foundation, and aims to raise funds.-300 hospitals worldwide participate.D.CNSA Minutes Policy Proposal- Motion made by Joseph Vaughan, Seconded by Jireh Somera- Discussion on wording- revised.- Amendment motioned by Devin Grey (approved by consensus)- Motion carries by consensusJoseph VaughanE.CNSA ScholarshipsJoseph Vaughan- Presented completed CNSA Scholarship essay to board- Discussed lack of essay submissions for Critical Care scholarships- Board will be working with Critical Care in developing future essay topics forquarterly/annual scholarship- Cathy melter suggested the board post winners/sponsors on CNSA website-Include in annual report, include recipient/sponsor- allow recipient to know ofsponsor.F.ANA/C Update- Trisha Hunter- RN lobbyist politician- Discussed importance nursing involvementG.You’re hiredCathy MelterBrenda Brozek
- Gave copies to all present board members- 2010 produced with CNSA (publisher) sold roughly 3600 copies, 400 copies left( 18 shipping through amazon)- Surviving and Thriving- a follow-up about how to be successful within first year ofacquiring new job. Includes 43 stories from RN’s about experiences early on in their careers.- Pat MacFarland stresses importance of re-reading state nursing practice act often.H.ACNL/California Action Coalition/Lois Capps UpdatePatricia McFarland- Working on week long program (now 5 days) in conjunction with CA AC- Graduate program in which students will earn 3 transferrable credits through CSU.- Developing relationship with potential donors.- Applying for another scholarship from CA AC- Encourage RN voice through communities- Susan new president-elect of ACNL.- Lois Capps- elected representative is DC (RN). Discussion about support of LoisCapps throughout nursing community, including CNSA.I.Fundraising Group/Budgeting/AccountingPatricia McFarland- Accounting report/ balance sheet as of Feb 26, 2014- 1/3 of revenue from membership dues, rest from convention/ vendors- Clarified purpose of making motion to accept accounting report* Motion to accept accounting report (Devin Gray) seconded by Eboni Cross, passed byconsensusJ.NSNA Convention Planning- Board discussed flights and other expenses. Also discussed what students would begoing.* Motion to approve 7,000 for convention (Eboni Cross), seconded by Jennifer Ericson,approved by consensus.- Country Time Jamboree- everyone wants to attend!K.NSNA Bylaws Amendment Proposal SpeechMatthew Grayson M- Matt will be presenting the proposal at NSNA Convention in NashvilleL.Event Agreement FormM- Presented "Event Agreement Form", which was created for local chapter use inresponse to adopted resolution submitted by Fresno State during CNSA's House of Delegates2013. Indemnification language and instructions on form need to becreated before distribution. Discussion ensued about adopting form as a policy for CNSAversus sample form for use by local chapters.M.CNSA Media Policy- Current policy is dated (2006)- Will work with board in near future to update itJireh SomeraN.Tour of Facilities- Board took a guided tour of CSULB facilities to be used for Membership Meeting
*Discussed Maria Estrada vacancy of Legislative DirectorV. Directors/ChairsReports*Joseph Vaughan moves that a vacancy be declared for CNSA Legislative Director becauseof non-performance of duties listed in current Bylaws; Article IX, Section 2.E. Motionseconded by Devin GreyVaughan/Gray/Passed - 8/0/0A.Membership South Director: Membership South MeetingSamantha Ahwah- Recruiter from Valley Presb.- Discussed replacing Legislative Director speaking slot- discussed parking arrangements- Board members will be arriving at 0700 to help with registration, set-up, etc.B.Membership North Director: No Report GivenC.Convention Director: CNSA Convention- Brainstorming ideas/asking for ideas for upcoming conventionJennifer EricsonD.Legislative Director: NSSI, NSNA Resolution, and CNSA Convention 2013Resolutions (resolved clause implementation)Maria Estrada- Seat currently vacantE.Secretary-Treasurer: Scholarships (CNSA, Critical Care)- Previously discussed in section E of New Business (above)F.Breakthrough to Nursing Director: 10,000 Hands in Motion CampaignEboni Cross- Aimed to promote BTN across the state- 3 pillar of focus – Unity, Opportunity, and Hope- Provide mentorship opportunities in communities (CNSA would mentor)- Planning to fundraise for scholarshipsG.Communications Director: ROM, FB, Website- Currently working to update/ revamp CNSA websiteH.Jireh SomeraCommunity Health Director:Ashley MacRunnel- Gathered information needed for upcoming newsletter- Looking to network throughout the state- Promoting disaster training- Currently working with Samantha Ahwah (2012-2013 CNSA Community HealthDirector)I.Image of Nursing Chair: 10,000 Hands in Motion Campaign:Melissa McClanahan not present- Eboni is currently working with MelissaJ.Cultural Awareness Chair: No report given
VI. AnnouncementsNo new announcements to discussVII.Meeting adjourned at 6:07PMAdjournmentMatthew Grayson- PresidentMatthew GraysonJoseph Vaughan- Secretary/Treasurer
California Nursing Students' Association Board of Directors Meeting California State University, Long Beach 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90840 Building 304, Student Union, Hermosa Beach Room Friday, February 28, 2014 1:00pm-6:00pm Present: Matthew Grayson- CNSA President, Devin Gray- CNSA Vice President, Joseph Vaughan- CNSA
