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NNA YEARBOOK 2013-14Membership Meeting AnnouncementNevada Nurses AssociationSunday, November 16, 2014
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENOOrvis School of Nursingwww.unr.edu/nursingB.S. in NursingRN to BSNM.S. in NursingFamily Nurse PractitionerNurse EducatorClinical Nurse LeaderAdult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse PractitionerDNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice)*University of Nevada, RenoStatewide Worldwide*The DNP program is a collaborative program with UNLV. Students admitted through UNR for this program have their DNPdegree conferred by UNR.
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationTable of ContentsNNA Mission, Goals, & Objectives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Annual Meeting Agenda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5NNA Board of Directors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Annual Meeting General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Report of President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11NNA Year in Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Printed and Published for the Nevada Nurses Association by:Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency517 Washington St., P.O. Box 216Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613(319) 277-2414Published by:Arthur L. DavisPublishing Agency, Inc.www.nvnurses.org1
2014 Nevada Nurses Association2015 Conference CalendarLearn more and register online at www.npace.orgCLEARWATERBEACH, FLFebruary 2-5, 2015Primary Care ConferenceHilton Clearwater BeachPROVIDENCE, RIJuly 23-24, 2015Pharmacology UpdateOmni Providence HotelLAS VEGAS, NVMarch 8-11, 2015Primary Care Conference& Pharmacology UpdateParis Las Vegas Hotel &CasinoSAVANNAH, GASeptember 16-19, 2015Primary Care ConferenceWestin Savannah HarborGolf Resort and SpaCHARLESTON, SCApril 20-21, 2015Pharmacology UpdateCharleston MarriottBOSTON, MAOctober 12-15, 2015Primary Care Conferencewith WorkshopsBoston Park Plaza HotelAUSTIN, TXMay 11-14, 2015Primary Care Conferencewith WorkshopsHilton Austin HotelARLINGTON, VANovember 16-19, 2015Primary Care Conference& Pharmacology UpdateHyatt Regency Crystal CityAttend every fourthconference for free!CAPE COD, MAJune 22-26, 2015Primary Care Conference& Pharmacology UpdateOcean Edge Resort, BrewsterNurse Practitioner Associates for Continuing Education (NPACE) isaccredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.For more information onthe Rewards Program,visit www.npace.orgNPACE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit.Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities Available2www.npace.org
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationNNA Mission, Goals and ObjectivesMissionThe Nevada Nurses Association promotes professionalnursing practice through continuing education, communityservice, nursing leadership, and legislative activities toadvocate for improved health and high quality health carefor citizens of Nevada.Goals Promote and uphold excellence and integrity for the profession of nursing.Educate and advocate for accessible, affordable, quality health care for clients/consumers.Monitor the evolving role of the professional nurse.Objectives Sustain a leadership role that actively supports individual nurses in theirprofessional practice.Educate nurses about professional practice advocacy.Provide a proactive presence in legislative and regulatory activities for health relatedissues.Participate with consumers and health care groups in establishing health carepolicyEncourage, promote, and support political candidates who demonstrated support ofthe mission, goals and objectives of the Nevada Nurses AssociationBe Strong, proactive presence in working with local, state, and national regulatoryagencies involved in healthcare.Collaborate with programs of higher education for nurses to enhance the image andintegrity of the profession.Promote nursing as a career option for men, women, and minorities targeting theelementary, secondary, and postsecondary education settings.3
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2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationNevada Nurses AssociationAGENDA FOR ANNUAL MEETING 2014Sunday, November 16, 2014 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Tropicana Las Vegas, Partages 2Call to OrderWelcome, Opening Statements, Announcements, & Introduction of New OfficersOfficers ReportsPresidentScott LamprechtVice PresidentElizabeth FildesSecretaryBernadette LongoTreasurerNicki AakerDistrict I PresidentJean LyonDistrict III PresidentDonna MillerCommittee ReportsLegislative CommitteeTeresa SerrattContinuing EducationNicki AakerBylaws CommitteeTracy SinghState Collaborative onSusan GroweLateral ViolenceEnvironmental Health CommitteeBernadette LongoHealthy Nevada NursesElizabeth FildesCALL TO ACTIONSign-up OpportunityNew & Other BusinessElection Results & District Officer Installation CeremonyPresident’s Awards & RecognitionsAdjournment of Meeting5
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2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationNNA Board of Directors 2014PresidentScott Lamprecht, DNP,APRN2014-2016Vice-PresidentElizabeth Fildes, EdD, RN, CNE,CARN-AP, APHN-BC, DACACD2014-2016SecretaryNicki Aaker, MSN,MPH, RN2013-2015TreasurerPat Alfonso, BSN, MN,APRN2012-2014Director at LargeHeidi Johnston, MSN, RN2012-2015Director at LargeMary Brann, DNP, RN2013-2016Director at LargeSusan Growe, DNP, RN2011-2014District One PresidentJean Lyon, PhD, APRN2013-2015District Three PresidentDave Tyrell, BSN, RN2012-2014Northern NevadaLegislative Co-ChairTeresa Serratt, PhD, RNSouthern NevadaLegislative Co-ChairKatherine Cylke, DNP, RN7
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2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationAnnual Meeting General InformationNevada Nurses AssociationNotice of Annual Meeting of the Nevada Nurses Association MembersTo the Members of the Nevada Nurses Association:Please be advised that the regular annual meeting of the members of the NevadaNurses Association will be held at the Tropicana Las Vegas, 3801 Las Vegas Blvd.South, Las Vegas, NV 89109, Room Partagas 2, at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday,November 16, 2014.Please bring your membership card or some other form of identification foradmittance.Proposed Standing Rules for the NNA Meeting of the MembersRule 1.Only NNA members may vote; the member may berequired to show identification during registrationRule 5.Any substantive resolution, not of an emergencynature, must receive an affirmative ¾ vote forconsideration and a 2/3 vote for adoption by themembers attending the meeting.Rule 2.To obtain the floor, a member may raise hand orrise and be recognized by the chairperson. Membergives his/her name and city prior to speaking.Rule 6.Debate on each proposed resolution, motion, orposition statement shall be limited to 20 minutes.This may be extended by chairperson.Rule 3.A member may speak no more than two timesto the same question and may not speak thesecond time until all others have been given theopportunity to speak. Each speech may be nolonger than three minutes.Rule 7.Members shall act only on the resolve portion ofa resolution and the recommendation portion ofreports. Clarification regarding intent and meaningof the resolution and recommendation shall behandled according to procedure.Rule 4.All main motions and amendments to the motion,except those of a routine nature, shall be in writing,signed by the maker, and shall be sent at onceto the secretary. Members may propose motions.Voting may be by voice vote or colored card asdesignated by chairperson (Green-yes, red-no)Rule 8.Business interrupted by a recess of the meetingshall be resumed at the next business meeting atthe point where it was interrupted.9
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationWe are located at:941 Jacks Valley Rd.Suite ACarson City, NV 89705(775) 783-9191Scrubs Fashion Whites ShoesMedical Accessories GiftsVisit us onlineAnytimewww.nvnurses.orgServing the needs of local professionals since 199710
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationReport of the President2014It is hard to believe that 2014 is half over and fall is coming.This has been an extremely busy and productive year for NNA.So much has already been accomplished with many excitingprojects in the near future. I am truly amazed at what NNAhas accomplished in advancing nursing and patient care inthe State of Nevada. As you read through the following pages,articles and reports, please remember that all of this hasbeen accomplished by volunteers giving their time to supportnursing in Nevada. I am very honored to be working with suchan outstanding group of professionals.Nurses Day at the Legislature (NDAL) 2015 will be coming inFebruary 2015 in conjunction with the State of Nevada 2015Legislative Session. In 2013, NNA made a strong showingin Carson City and we are looking forward to an even largerScott Lamprecht, DNP,attendance next spring. It is crucial for nurses to play a pivotalAPRNrole in the changing healthcare policy platform. Please plan onattending or contacting NNA to become involved in the legislative process.The Horizontal Violence and Healthy Nurse initiatives and a variety of other educationalCEU programs are in full forward motion. NNA has also launched an online educationand conferencing platform that will increase the access to CEUs, webinars, and otherNNA programs. Additionally this platform includes a video conferencing system thatwill allow for greater member communication and involvement. NNA is establishing aPractice Committee that will be focusing on issues specifically related to nursing practicein Nevada such as the staffing legislation from 2013.NNA is growing and becoming even more active in Nevada and needs your help.Organizations can only be successful when members are involved. Networking,education, advocacy, and practice are all part of what we do as nurses and being part ofa professional organization is a great way to accomplish a great deal.11
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2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationSeptember, 2013Dave Tyrell and Terry Stanley pictured at District 3 and UMCtable. We joined forces to provide cardiovascular information atLas Vegas Health Fair, put on by Congressman HorsfordPeggy Dulaney Presents Lateral Violence Curriculum in Reno & Las VegasLateral Violence AmongNurses: Let’s Get Rid of It!13
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationAlpine HematologyOncology236 W. Sixth Street, Suite 400Reno, Nevada 89503Office (775) 329-0873Fax (775) 329-1026www.alpinedoctors.comSteven A. Schiff, M.D.John A. Shields, M.D.Sowjanya Reganti, M.D. Margaret Van Meter, M.D.Julie Simeoni, MN, APNsRegistered Nurg.seLoudly.Opportunity is knocLargest non-profit hospiceensuring that no one endsthe journey of life alone,afraid or in painkinFull-Time, 13-Week Traveler,Float Pool & Per Diem Opportunities(702) 733-0320Northwest Medical Center is a community healthcareprovider; a 300-bed facility with comprehensiveinpatient and outpatient services including emergencycare, heart and stroke care, weight-loss surgery andspine & joint programs among our 35-plus specialties.We are a quality healthcare provider recognized forHeart Failure Accreditation, Chest Pain Center, BreastImaging Center of Excellence and Gold Seal Designationfor Total Knee & Hip Replacement; Spine Surgery; andPrimary Stroke Center.www.nah.orgNevada Substance Abuse Prevention andTreatment Agency (SAPTA)The mission of SAPTA is to reduce the impact ofsubstance abuse in Nevada.Oro Valley Hospital has been nationally recognized forits quality care including designation as a Chest PainCenter, NICHE, PEDS “Pediatric Prepared,” PrimaryStroke Center, STEMI (Heart Attack) Receiving Centerand Trauma Level IV. That coupled with a beautifulhospital in a scenic location makes Oro Valley Hospitalan exceptional place to work.SAPTA funds services with private non-profit treatment organizations,community level prevention organizations in all17 Nevada counties, and governmental agencies statewide. reatment Services OfferedT Detoxification Outpatient counseling Comprehensive treatment priority admission or interimservices to pregnant women: Pregnant injection drug users Pregnant substance abusersExperienced Nurses NeededResidential treatment servicesOpioid maintenance therapyNon-pregnant injectiondrug usersAll Other Substance AbusersCo-occuring behavioral healthdisordersPrevention Services Provided Provide Federal and State funding to local and regional coalitions whofund community level direct service providers to provide evidence-basedprograms, practices, and policies, on identified substance abuse and relatedfactors in communities Provide Federal and State funding to local and regional coalitions to provideenvironmental strategies to change community norms Provide training and technical assistanceFor more information or to apply please visitwww.OroValleyHospital.com orwww.NorthwestMedicalCenter.comAn Equal Opportunity Employer.For questions or resources contact SAPTA at:Carson City: 775-684-4190Website: http://mhds.nv.gov14
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationOctober, 2013Dave Tyrell, BSN, RN, President District 3 with actressDiane Lane at National Nurses Half-Marathon Luncheon“In October, NNA was in charge of a water station out at Redrock for the inauguralNational Nurses Half Marathon. Support from NNA nurses and even students that wantedto get involved was amazing. The overall event was a great success and runners from allover the country got a chance to see NNA in action.”November, 2013safeTALK for Nurses, RenoMisty Allen of Nevada Office of Suicide Prevention and staff presented two, three-hoursuicide alertness trainings to 80 nurses in Northern Nevada. Sponsored by the NevadaNurses Association, we had a wonderfully diverse audience of experienced nurses andnursing students.15
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationDecember, 2013District 1 Holiday Dinner at Thunder Canyon County Club in Washoe ValleyMargaret Curley,Scott Lamprecht, andSandy Olguin attend UNR OrvisFuture of Nursing CampaignReception16
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationJanuary 2014I am very pleased to provide a report on the educationalopportunities Nevada Nurses Association (NNA) has offered thispast year and the projects we are working on for the upcomingyear. Nurses communicated to us their desire for more CEUclasses. We listened and have offered more opportunities for ourmembers, nurses throughout Nevada and even nurses outside ofNevada. The Bioterrorism course continues to be highly utilizedby Nevada nurses as well as nurses across the country. From July2013 to July 2014, 221 nurses took the course; the majority ofthose nurses were not NNA members. This course continues to bea large revenue source for NNA. Other CEU courses provided byNNA during the same time frame are:Nicki Aaker AHRQ – Effective Health Care Program IntroductionWebinar Health Coach Training Two different presentations on Human Tracking Disruptive Behavior Train-the-Trainer Lateral Violence Train-the-Trainer Nevada Nurses Association Annual Meeting – Safe Staffing PanelIn addition, the Healthy Nurse Initiative provided additional educational opportunities.There is a lot to look forward to in the next year. The big and exciting news is thatNevada Organization of Nurse Leaders (NONL) and NNA have partnered to bringNevada’s nurses the “Leading Something Extraordinary” Nursing Conference, November16 – 18, 2014 at the Tropicana in Las Vegas. There are a lot of great sessions planned.The session titled Nevada’s Safe Staffing Law: What Does It Mean to Nevada Nurses andHospitals? will be videotaped and put on the NNA website (www.nvnurses.org) as a CEUeducational opportunity for all nurses and CNAs. I would like to take this opportunity tothank the conference committee for working so hard to make this opportunity availableto nurses!Another exciting event is the 2015 Nurses Day at the Legislature Conference onFebruary 25, 2015 at the Legislative Building in Carson City. Mark your calendarsand plan to attend. This is a great way to see learn what happens during a legislativesession, and what happens between sessions. There will be exciting presentations, plusnurses may have the opportunity to sit with his/her assembly representative or senator.NNA is going electronic. We are working on an electronic education portal which will beaccessible on the NNA website. Nurses will be able to take courses online and the CEUcertificate will be immediately available upon passing the course. This will be a hugeimprovement for the Bioterrorism Course.17
2014 Nevada Nurses AssociationThe Bioterrorism Course is being updated, narrated, and will be entirely online with thecertificate printable immediately. Also, for those of you needing to get another copy ofyour certificate, it will be available at your fingertips. Watch for this exciting upgrade onthe NNA website.Courses in the upcoming year will be advertised on the NNA website and RNFormationso tune in regularly to see what exciting opportunities we have organized for you. Ifanyone has a presentation they would like to share with other nurses, please contact meat naaker@aol.com and we can discuss the possibility of offering it.Respectively yours,Nicki Aaker, MSN, MPH, RNNNA State Board SecretaryNNA State Professional Education and Development Committee ChairNNA CEU Provider approved by the Nevada State Board of NursingFebruary 2014The NNA State Board held its annual reception and retreat in Las Vegas. The receptionwas a great networking opportunity, and the retreat was hard work, but productive.LynetteLamprecht& ElizabethFildesReginaMcFerren&Assemblyman AndyEisenLynette Lamprecht, Elizabeth Fildes,Senator Pat Spearman, Peg CalavanPegCalavanand MarkSenatorPatSpearman,Asemblyman AndyEisenFebruary was the NNA 10,000 Step Challenge for Heart H
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO Orvis School of Nursing *The DNP program is a collaborative program with UNLV. Students admitted through UNR for this program have their DNP degree conferred by UNR. 1 2014 Nevada Nurses Association Table of Contents
