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Page 2 South Dakota Nurse September, October, November 2016 SDNA Board of Directors President Term: 2015 – 2017 Margie Washnok District 4 Cell: 380-4561 Office: 229.8478 washnok@midco.net drmargie.washnok@presentation.edu Vice President Term: 2015 – 2017 Nancy Fahrenwald District 8 & 9 Office: 688-5178 nancy.fahrenwald@sdstate.edu Secretary Term: 2014 – 2016 Anna Atteberry-Gustafson District 10 Cell: 830.1145 Office: 367.5636 anna.atteberry@sdstate.edu Treasurer Term: 2015 – 2017 Deb Fischer-Clemens District 10 Home: 770.9265 Office: 322.4668 deb.fischerclemens@avera.org Government Relations Committee (GRC) Chair Term: 2014 – 2016 Carrie Clausen-Hansen District 4 Cell: 380.7320 Home: 877.3766 carrie.clausenhansen@yahoo.com Core Issues Task Force Chair Term: 2015 – 2017 Marie Cissell District 10 Cell: 381-0170 marieanncissell@gmail.com President, District 1-3 Term: 2016 – 2018 Linda De Long ldelong@edutechassociates.com President, District 4 Term: 2014 – 2016 Janice Noonan Home: 582.6209 janice.noonan@presentation.edu President, District 5 & 7 Term: 2013 – 2015 Pat Sudbeck Home: 928.3202 patricia.sudbeck@avera.org President, District 8 & 9 Term: 2013 – 2015 Eileen Bruner Home: 256.2338 Office: 688.4126 eileen.bruner@sdstate.edu President, District 10 Term: 2014 – 2016 Marian Eberhard Home: 261.8909 marianeberhard@gmail.com President, District 11 Term: 2015 – 2017 Kathy Jorgensen Home: 267.4260 Cell: 660.6763 kathy.jorgensen@usd.edu SDNA Staff Eric Ollila Executive Director PO Box 1015 Pierre SD 57501 Phone: 271.7708 Fax: 888.425.3032 contactus@sdnurses.org Revised Nov. 2015 The SOUTH DAKOTA NURSE is published quarterly every March, June, September and December by the South Dakota Nurses Association (a constituent member of the American Nurses Association) and Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc. All rights reserved by copyright. This newspaper or parts there of must not be reproduced in any form without permission in writing from the publishers. Subscription rate is $12 per year to non-members of the Association. ADVERTISING For advertising rates and information, please contact Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc., 517 Washington Street, PO Box 216, Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613, (800) 626-4081. SDNA and the Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc. reserve the right to reject any advertisement. Responsibility for errors in advertising is limited to corrections in the next issue or refund of price of advertisement. Acceptance of advertising does not imply endorsement or approval by the South Dakota Nurses Association of products advertised, the advertisers, or the claims made. Rejection of an advertisement does not imply a product offered for advertising is without merit, or that the manufacturer lacks integrity, or that this association disapproves of the product or its use. SDNA and the Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc. shall not be held liable for any consequences resulting from purchase or use of an advertiser’s product. Articles appearing in this publication express the opinions of the authors; they do not necessarily reflect views of the staff, board, or membership of SDNA or those of the national or local associations. CIRCULATION, ARTICLES, LETTER TO THE EDITOR, ETC. 2015 deadlines for articles submitted to the South Dakota Nurse: Jan. 12 – March issue, April 13 – June issue, July 13 – Sept. issue, and Oct. 12 – Dec. issue. The South Dakota Nurse accepts and encourages manuscripts or editorials. We will determine which letters and articles are printed by the availability of publication space and appropriateness of the material. We welcome signed letters of 300 words or less, typed and double spaced and articles of 1,500 words or less. All materials should be mailed to: South Dakota Nurses Association, P.O. Box 1015, Pierre, SD 57501 or e-mailed to: contactus@sdnurses.org. The views expressed in the articles and editorials are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the viewpoint of SDNA. South Dakota Nurse is the newsletter of the South Dakota Nurses Association. Direct inquiries about SDNA or this newsletter to: South Dakota Nurses Association PO Box 1015, Pierre, SD 57501 Phone: 605-945-4265 | Fax: 1-888-425-3032 Email: contactus@sdnurses.org Website: www.sdnurses.org ‘Like’ us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/sdnurses Volunteers Needed! What is SERV SD? A database of pre-registered health care professionals who are ready to volunteer in the event of an emergency. Who should volunteer? Everyone! All skill levels and experience needed. Published by: Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc. When registering with SERV SD, you can join preparedness groups in your community. September is Preparedness Month! isit us online today: SERV.SD.gov
September, October, November 2016 South Dakota Nurse Page 3 By M. Claire May, South Dakota Nurses Foundation Community Board Member What might be a next step following a 2015 BA in Biology from Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota for a bright young man? How about the South Dakota State University College of Nursing Accelerated Option Program? That is precisely the fast track to a Bachelors of Science in Nursing that Steven Zehms completed, August 2016, with the help of a Dr. Carl and Steven Zehms Leona Stadler Scholarship through the South Dakota Nurses Foundation. Zehms did not consider a nursing career until mid-point in his senior year at Gustavus Adolphus College. Following his Biology degree, Zehms was registered for the Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Minnesota in the Twin Cities. “Over the holidays I was talking with my aunt, who is a pediatric nurse at Avera McKennan in Sioux Falls, about school. She just asked if I had ever thought about nursing,” he continued, “It was then I started to think more about it and search for accelerated programs.” Before entering nursing, his idea of the profession was limited. “When I thought of nurses I envisioned bedside care. Our classes have shown us how many different opportunities there are for nurses in today’s world and I am blown away at all of the amazing things nurses accomplish,” he confessed. “I am truly thankful for finding this profession; my only regret is that I didn’t find it sooner.” “The thing that ‘sold’ me on nursing was all the different routes you can take with a BSN degree,” Zehms related. He plans on using his minor in coaching in his nursing career as well. “I feel like I will get to use my knowledge from that [coaching minor] with all the education that nurses provide patients rather than just using it for sports.” The Accelerated Nursing program is an intense 12-month program divided into five 10-12 week terms, each of which requires an 11 to 13-credit course-load. “A typical week of for us included 20-plus hours of Fast Track to A Priceless Profession lecture, 12-plus hours of clinical, and countless hours studying,” stated Zehms. “However, the degree in August [is] priceless, it [is] the culmination of everything we all worked so hard for, and for that I am truly grateful.” Upon returning to his home state of Minnesota, Zehms will initiate his nursing career as an RN at one of the Mayo facilities. “My long-term goal is to become a Nurse Anesthetist or Nurse Practitioner, but I am open to all opportunities that I may encounter over the next few years.” A dream position for Zehms would be as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in the southern Minnesota area. “CRNA interests me because it is very science-based with all of the medications, but at the same time you must also be very caring because you’re dealing with people in a very vulnerable position before and after surgery.” Although Zehms has two aunts who are nurses, his mother is the one who is his inspiration. “She is handsdown the most caring person I know. She greets everyone with respect and always puts others before herself,” he said. “Her compassion as a mother and as an overall person has driven me to be most generous, humble, and compassionate man I can be.” Besides his mother, Shirleen, Zehms family includes his father Mark, twenty-four year old sister Katie, twentyone year old brothers Bradley and Brandon, and fiancée Kayla, a third grade educator. His recreation involves fishing, playing Minnesota amateur baseball, golf, and coaching baseball. “I find fishing and baseball to be two of my biggest stress relievers. Fishing is very calming and allows me to enjoy nature and peace and quiet,” said Zehms. “At the complete opposite end of the spectrum is baseball, where I enjoy being able to compete and play with my teammates.” On the topic of baseball, the most important historical person Zehms would love to have a conversation with is Jackie Robinson. “He overcame adversity and excelled at the highest level despite many obstacles. He paved the way for many people to break barriers not just in sports, but worldwide.” Breaking barriers for Zehms is accomplished by how we relate to one another. “Each time we interact with someone, whether it be patients, colleagues, or individuals in the community, we all have the chance to influence that person’s life,” remarked Zehms, “Making a difference in someone’s life can be a simple ‘Hello’ with a warm smile or holding a patient’s hand during a difficult moment. As a nurse, we have countless opportunities every day; taking time to do the ‘little’ things can make a huge impact in someone’s life.” Often described as a “Gentle Giant,” Zehms is an extremely humble person and usually lets his actions speak for him rather than his words. “I come from a blue collar farm family background and I will combine those traits with compassion to provide optimum care for all of the patients I encounter in the future.” Summarizing his thoughts, Zehms remarked, “Nursing is a highly respected profession and I want to contribute to this tremendous field. There are unlimited routes you can take with a nursing degree and I enjoy the flexibility of job opportunities.” He added, “I will be a strong advocate for males to join nursing, as well as the nursing profession as a whole.” Zehms closing remarks are ones of encouragement. “Everyone comes from unique backgrounds and has overcome some sort of adversity, take time to share your story and reflect on all of your past experiences because you will likely learn much about yourself in the process.” Parish Nursing Course At Augustana University Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course (Parish Nursing) is being offered February 6 through March 27 online, followed by two days on-site April 27 & 28, 2017. There is an opening on-site date of February 4. Both parts are required for completion. Registration deadline is January 16, 2017. Application has been made for continuing education contact hours. For more information, contact Paula Lubeck at Paula.Lubeck@Avera.org www.augie.edu/parishnursing Sanford Health Heart Hospital, located in Sioux Falls, SD, has an exciting full-time opportunity with the Cardiac Catheterization Lab for an experienced Registered Nurse. Come work at our state-of-the-art 205,000 sq. foot facility which is a custom Healing Environment that helps foster quicker recovery time. We have one of the most dynamic and innovative nursing practices in the country. As nursing professional, you will benefit from Sanford’s Magnet status, professional development opportunities, professional autonomy and accountability; teamwork; outstanding physician relationships, supportive Leadership; and so much more! Visit sanfordhealth.org/careers (click on Sioux Falls Region). Job number is 234332. Incentive package offered. Interested candidates should call Jeanine at 605-328-0526 to discuss this exciting opportunity.
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