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<strong>2016</strong><br />
<strong>Book</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Reports</strong><br />
Annual Membership Meeting<br />
October 1, <strong>2016</strong>
<strong>2016</strong> Nebraska Nurses Association<br />
TABLE OF CONTENTS<br />
Board <strong>of</strong> Directors . .............................................................................. 3<br />
NNA Mission, Vision, and Core Priorities. ............................................................. 3<br />
Annual Membership Meeting Agenda ............................................................... 5<br />
Proposed Standing Rules. ......................................................................... 7<br />
Nominations Report and <strong>2016</strong> Slate <strong>of</strong> Candidates ...................................................... 9<br />
Proposed Legislative Platform <strong>2016</strong>. ................................................................. 11<br />
Officer <strong>Reports</strong><br />
President ................................................................................... 15<br />
Vice President ............................................................................... 19<br />
Secretary .................................................................................. 21<br />
Budget . ................................................................................... 22<br />
Committee <strong>Reports</strong><br />
Legislative Advocacy and Representation Committee (LARC) . ........................................ 24<br />
Nursing Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Development Committee (NPDC) .............................................. 25<br />
Governance, Finance and Membership Committee (GFMC) . .......................................... 27<br />
MIG Oversight Committee (MIGOC). ............................................................. 28<br />
Continuing Education Approval Committee. ........................................................ 28<br />
Other <strong>Reports</strong><br />
Director <strong>of</strong> State Affairs . ...................................................................... 29<br />
Midwest MSD Membership Task Force ........................................................... 30<br />
Nebraska Nurses Foundation. .................................................................. 30<br />
NNA-PAC . ................................................................................. 31<br />
American Nurses Advocacy Institute (ANAI). ....................................................... 32<br />
ANA Membership Assembly Report ............................................................. 32<br />
Organizational Affiliates . ....................................................................... 34<br />
New Business<br />
Reference Proposals. ......................................................................... 35<br />
Proposed Amendments – Bylaws. ............................................................... 39<br />
Region Map. .................................................................................... 47<br />
Map <strong>of</strong> Divot Convention Center. ................................................................... 48<br />
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
Teresa Anderson – President<br />
Anna Mackevicius – President-Elect<br />
Lina Bostwick – Vice President<br />
Connie Morrill – Secretary<br />
MJ Petersen – Treasurer<br />
Linda Stones – Chair, Legislative Advocacy and Representation Committee (LARC)<br />
Douglass Haas – Chair, Nursing Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Development Committee (NPDC)<br />
Lois Linden – Chair, Governance, Finance and Membership Committee (GFMC)<br />
Lina Bostwick – Advisor, MIG Oversight Committee (MIGOC)<br />
NNA MANAGEMENT AND STAFF<br />
Melissa Florell, MSN, RN – Director <strong>of</strong> State Affairs<br />
Robyn Kniffen, Administrative Assistant<br />
NNA LOBBYIST<br />
Don Wesely, O’Hara Lindsay Government Relations<br />
NNA MISSION, VISION, CORE PRIORITIES<br />
Mission <strong>of</strong> NNA:<br />
• Nebraska Nurses advancing our pr<strong>of</strong>ession to improve health for all.<br />
Vision <strong>of</strong> NNA:<br />
• Nebraska Nurses Association will be a proactive voice for nurses and an advocate for improved<br />
health for all<br />
Core Priorities – NNA:<br />
• C – Collaboration<br />
• A – Advocacy<br />
• R – Recognition<br />
• E – Education<br />
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Saturday October 1, <strong>2016</strong><br />
Opening Session<br />
Introductions<br />
Presentation <strong>of</strong> Agenda<br />
Proposed Standing Rules<br />
Announcements<br />
President’s Address<br />
<strong>2016</strong> Nebraska Nurses Association<br />
Annual Membership Meeting Agenda<br />
<strong>Reports</strong><br />
President Report<br />
Vice President Report<br />
Secretary Report<br />
Budget<br />
Committee <strong>Reports</strong><br />
Legislative Advocacy and Representation (LARC)<br />
Nursing Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Development (NPDC)<br />
Governance, Finance and Membership (GFMC)<br />
MIG Oversight Committee (MIGOC)<br />
Other <strong>Reports</strong><br />
MSD Report<br />
CE Approver and Provider Unit<br />
MSD Membership Task Force<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> State Affairs<br />
Nebraska Nurses Foundation<br />
NNA-PAC<br />
American Nurses Advocacy Institute<br />
ANA Membership Assembly<br />
Organizational Affiliates<br />
ENA<br />
NNP<br />
Discussion/Action Items<br />
Slate <strong>of</strong> Candidates – Nominations from the Floor<br />
Candidate Forum (President Elect, Treasurer, and ANA Representative Candidates<br />
(Each candidate will have 3 minutes to speak to why they want to be elected<br />
to their respective position)<br />
Legislative Platform <strong>2016</strong> (LARC Chair Linda Stones)<br />
Reference Proposal – Continuum <strong>of</strong> Care for Older Adults<br />
Amendments – Bylaws<br />
Composition, Roles, and Responsibilities <strong>of</strong> Committees<br />
Installation <strong>of</strong> New President<br />
Closing remarks – Anna Mackevicius<br />
Announcements<br />
Adjournment<br />
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PROPOSED STANDING RULES<br />
Rule 1<br />
Rule 2<br />
Rule 3<br />
Rule 4<br />
Rule 5<br />
Rule 6<br />
Rule 7<br />
Rule 8<br />
All NNA Members and guests will be admitted to the Annual Membership Meeting. Each<br />
member will be identified with a name badge ribbons (NNA Member).<br />
NNA member or guest will rise, address the Chair (“Madame President”), giving name and<br />
upon recognition may speak.<br />
NNA members will have two (2) minutes to speak on each topic and may not speak in debate<br />
more than twice on the same question or topic on the same day or longer than three (3)<br />
minutes. Guests will have one (1) minute to speak on each topic and may not speak more<br />
than once on the same question or topic on the same day or longer than one minute.<br />
Suggested amendments to presented ballot items will be in writing and shall be sent to the<br />
Chair immediately following presentation <strong>of</strong> the amendment.<br />
Business interrupted by a recess <strong>of</strong> the meeting shall be resumed at the next meeting at the<br />
point where it was interrupted.<br />
Consensus on amendments to ballot items will be reached through a voice vote <strong>of</strong> members<br />
in attendance. Guests may not vote on consensus polls.<br />
Additional self-nominations for NNA Board Officers, ANA Representatives and/or Committees<br />
must be received before 5:00 pm on the day preceding the Convention (Thursday, September<br />
29, <strong>2016</strong>) and must include a completed Leadership Pr<strong>of</strong>ile.<br />
Voters unable to rise will be provided a voting card consistent with the ADA act.<br />
NNA Bylaws regarding Standing Rules:<br />
ARTICLE XIII<br />
STANDING RULES<br />
Standing Rules may be amended at the Annual Membership Meeting by a majority vote by those<br />
present and voting without previous notice.<br />
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<strong>2016</strong> NNA SLATE OF CANDIDATES<br />
Officer Positions:<br />
• Nominees for President-Elect -<br />
• Nominees for Treasurer -<br />
Lina Bostwick, RN, MSN, EdD, C<strong>NE</strong><br />
Nolan Gurnsey, RN<br />
Douglass Haas, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC, CCRN<br />
Joley Goodman, MSN, RN<br />
Cathy Smith, RN<br />
Kristina Smith, APRN-AGNP, NP-C, MSN, RN<br />
Committee Positions:<br />
• Legislative, Advocacy, and Representation Committee (LARC):<br />
o Nominee – West Region –<br />
Jordan Caldwell, MHA, RN<br />
o Nominee – North Region –<br />
Kathleen Davis, RN<br />
o Nominee – South Region – Rita Weber, RN, MSN<br />
o Nominees – East Region –<br />
Monique Summers, ADN, RN<br />
Echo Perlman, MSN, RN<br />
o Nominee-At-large –<br />
Jacki Steckelberg, RN, BSN<br />
• Nursing Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Development Committee (NPDC):<br />
o Nominees – Nursing Practice – Amanda Mesloh, RN<br />
o Nominee – Nursing Faculty (2) – Jacy Henk, RN, BSN, MSN<br />
o Nominees – Pr<strong>of</strong>. Education (2) – Karen Morgan, RN, BSN, MSN, BA, MEd<br />
Katie Messner, BSN, RN<br />
• Governance, Finance, and Membership Committee (GFMC):<br />
o Nominee – Nursing Practice – Paula Molzen, RN<br />
o Nominee – Nursing Faculty – Margo Minnich, DNP, RN<br />
o Nominee – Rural Nursing – Danielle Reab, RN, BSN<br />
o Nominee – Urban Nursing – Jan Tubbs, RN, MS, MSN<br />
ANA Membership Assembly Representative:<br />
o Nominee –<br />
Linda Stones, RN, BSN, MS, CRRN<br />
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<strong>NE</strong>BRASKA NURSES ASSOCIATION<br />
<strong>2016</strong> LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM<br />
Underlying Beliefs<br />
For long over a decade, the public has recognized Nursing as the most trusted and ethical pr<strong>of</strong>ession<br />
in the United States (Cipriano, 2015). This represents both the strong solidarity and responsibility<br />
the pr<strong>of</strong>ession carries. Therefore, it is imperative that nurses across healthcare, serve as formal and<br />
informal leaders.<br />
Nurses have a responsibility to educate the public and legislators on issues that impact the health <strong>of</strong><br />
Nebraskans and our communities. The Nurses Association views the call to educate and communicate<br />
as a priority.<br />
Nurses are the largest healthcare sector in the United States, and a pr<strong>of</strong>ession that contributes to the<br />
science, advocacy, health, and well-being <strong>of</strong> Nebraskans and our communities;<br />
As Nebraska nurses, we believe that all individuals have a right to basic healthcare; and, therefore, we<br />
support legislation that promotes equal access to healthcare for all individuals;<br />
As Nebraska nurses, we believe that preventative measures can result in a better quality <strong>of</strong> life and<br />
reduce the lifetime costs <strong>of</strong> healthcare. We support legislation that promotes prevention and wellnessrelated<br />
activities and services;<br />
As Nebraska nurses, we are pr<strong>of</strong>essionals; and, as such, we are responsible for maintaining competency<br />
and practice standards that are current through the utilization <strong>of</strong> evidenced-based principles.<br />
Based on the above underlying beliefs, the NNA adopts the Following Legislative Platform:<br />
1. NNA will strongly support the essential role that Registered Nurses play in care delivery in all settings.<br />
NNA will actively pursue any legislation that advocates for the well-being <strong>of</strong> the nurse to ensure:<br />
a. Safe work environments;<br />
b. Adequate training and ongoing competence;<br />
c. Fair and transparent licensing;<br />
d. Clear and well-defined scope <strong>of</strong> practice, maintaining educational preparations and scientific<br />
knowledge which are unique to nursing;<br />
e. Removal <strong>of</strong> barriers that negatively impact nursing’s scope <strong>of</strong> practice, for both RNs and<br />
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs);<br />
f. Economic stability and improved compensation for nurses.<br />
g. Coordination <strong>of</strong> care; and<br />
h. Participation in decision making that involves other groups providing nursing care.<br />
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2. NNA will support activities, which are implemented to advance the goals outlined in the 2010 Institute<br />
<strong>of</strong> Medicine Report, “The Future <strong>of</strong> Nursing”:<br />
a. Nurses should practice to the full extent <strong>of</strong> their education and training;<br />
b. Nurses should achieve higher levels <strong>of</strong> education and training through an improved education<br />
system that promotes seamless academic progression;<br />
c. Nurses should be full partners in redesigning health care in the United States and Nebraska;<br />
d. Ensure effective workforce planning and policy making through better data collection and<br />
improved information infrastructure; and<br />
e. NNA supports continued funding for nurse education and scholarship that promotes the<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essional growth <strong>of</strong> nurses.<br />
3. NNA will influence access to safe, cost-effective, quality healthcare services through NNA participation<br />
in local, county, state, and federal decision-making bodies. NNA will do this by:<br />
a. Participating in coalitions with healthcare providers and organizations that support the goals <strong>of</strong><br />
assuring safe, quality care outcomes for all Nebraskans; and<br />
b. Monitoring/promoting legislation to assure that the standards for safe, quality patient care are<br />
not compromised.<br />
References<br />
Cipriano, P. (2015, December 29). Re: Leveraging the expertise <strong>of</strong> America’s most trusted pr<strong>of</strong>ession<br />
[Online news aggregate]. Huff Post Politics. Retrieved from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/<br />
pamela-f-cipriano-phd-rn-neabcfaan/leveraging-the-expertise-_b_8886198.html.%20n<br />
Institute <strong>of</strong> Medicine. (2010). The future <strong>of</strong> nursing: Leading change, advancing health. Retrieved from<br />
http://books.nap.edu/openbook.php?record_id=12956&page=R1<br />
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT<br />
Teresa L. Anderson, EdD, MSN, RNC-OB, <strong>NE</strong>-BC<br />
As I conclude four years as President <strong>of</strong> the Nebraska Nurses’ Association (NNA), I reflect on our<br />
journey toward relevance, sustainability, member value and voice. I am proud to be able to enumerate<br />
our successes in achieving both the overall strategic goals <strong>of</strong> the association and my final set <strong>of</strong><br />
annual President Goals.<br />
Strategic Goals met between 2012 – <strong>2016</strong>:<br />
• Membership increase (from 707 joint members in 2012 to 865 joint members in May <strong>2016</strong>)<br />
• Streamlined membership – joint-membership only<br />
• Streamlined governance – four active and productive committees, a 10-member engaged<br />
Board <strong>of</strong> Directors<br />
• Membership support – Regional Membership Liaisons, Multi-State Division (MSD) Membership<br />
Task Force (grace period cards, new member survey and calls, welcome packet, database<br />
management), Mutual Interest Groups (three active geographic groups)<br />
• Financial solvency – balanced budgets since 2013 with a healthy cash reserve, support for<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essional development, technology upgrades, social media, and two part-time staff members<br />
• Strong NNA-PAC, successful legislative priorities with successes in several key areas – nurse<br />
practitioner scope <strong>of</strong> practice, whistleblower legislation, sustaining the helmet law, licensure <strong>of</strong><br />
surgical first assistant technologists, and others<br />
• The creation <strong>of</strong> the Nebraska Nurses Foundation as a 501c3 non-pr<strong>of</strong>it with a highly engaged<br />
Board and activities<br />
• Active participation in the Midwest MSD with economies <strong>of</strong> scale for back-<strong>of</strong>fice operations<br />
and more<br />
• A strong MSD CE Approver and Provider Unit<br />
<strong>2016</strong> President’s Goals<br />
1. Continue the final phase <strong>of</strong> the NNA Governance transition and support the successful definition and<br />
implementation <strong>of</strong> new structures and processes approved at the 2015 NNA House <strong>of</strong> Delegates.<br />
District Funds Distribution – Funds have been distributed by the NNA Board with consideration <strong>of</strong><br />
District preferences. Overall, most <strong>of</strong> the funds will be split between <strong>2016</strong>, 2017, and 2018 budgets<br />
as follows, General Fund/Membership & Marketing – $15,617; Mutual Interest Groups – $15,508;<br />
Technology – $5,654; and Contingency Funds – $14,882. Scholarship funds, totaling $12,907, were<br />
forwarded to the Nebraska Nurses Foundation (NNF) for distribution.<br />
Mutual Interest Groups (MIGs) – Three groups formally applied and were approved as <strong>2016</strong> MIGs,<br />
Region 1 – Scottsbluff; Tri-City – Grand Island, Kearney, and Hastings area; and Lincoln Area. These<br />
groups have many activities planned and support is available from the NNA. The MIG Oversight<br />
Committee is still trying to get leverage; scheduling a meeting has been challenging. There are<br />
opportunities for more 2017 MIGs and events.<br />
Liaison Role – The four regional liaisons – Melissa Snyder, Nolan Gurnsey, Jenna Witt, and Jessica<br />
Zoerb – are completing training and working on activities. If you are interested in becoming a Liaison<br />
in the future, please let us know. As our Liaisons take on other roles in the association, they may need<br />
to transition out <strong>of</strong> the role.<br />
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2. Facilitate the successful transition <strong>of</strong> new members to the NNA Board and Committees to fully use their<br />
time and talents to contribute to a meaningful experience and value for themselves and all NNA members.<br />
Board Orientation – completed at October 31st Retreat and BOD members have had greater than<br />
90% attendance at all scheduled meetings in 2015-<strong>2016</strong>!<br />
Committee Orientation – informally completed by Chairs, but a stronger process is needed.<br />
3. Support expanded operations and administrative functions <strong>of</strong> the NNA progressing toward a physical<br />
space for NNA archives, employed staff, and a strong presence in Lincoln for all nurses in Nebraska.<br />
NNA Office Space – as <strong>of</strong> this writing, plans look very favorable for a dedicated <strong>of</strong>fice space for the<br />
NNA within the UNMC College <strong>of</strong> Nursing building scheduled for occupancy in 2018. This facility,<br />
located on the University <strong>of</strong> Nebraska – Lincoln City Campus will <strong>of</strong>fer close proximity to the capitol,<br />
the state <strong>of</strong>fice building, our lobbyists, and other important policy groups.<br />
4. Facilitate financial streamlining and long-term planning to effectively manage NNA general and<br />
restricted funds to the best advantage for members and a sustainable association.<br />
Three-Year Financial Planning – fueled by the generous disposition <strong>of</strong> funds by the Districts, the<br />
NNA has begun to create a three-year budget plan. $51,790 was available to support membership<br />
& marketing, MIGs, technology, scholarships, and contingency needs over <strong>2016</strong>, 2017, and 2018.<br />
Scholarship funds were all transferred to the NNF and donors are encouraged to contribute additional<br />
funds for project/practice grants planned in 2017.<br />
5. Actively participate in the activities <strong>of</strong> the ANA Midwest MSD to contribute to the ongoing existence<br />
<strong>of</strong> this key structure and staff members who actively support our states and our strong collaboration.<br />
MSD To Become A Corporation – Since May 2013, the (NNA) has participated in a collaborative<br />
pilot known as the Midwest Multi-State Division (MW MSD) with five State Nurses Associations<br />
(SNAs) – Nebraska, Kansas, North Dakota, Iowa and Missouri – to explore opportunities to share<br />
administrative, programmatic, and leadership services. The purpose <strong>of</strong> the regional model was to<br />
create economies <strong>of</strong> scale while maintaining strong, visible, highly impactful SNAs. The initiative<br />
was a shared investment between the SNAs and the ANA. The MW MSD has provided the NNA<br />
with unique opportunities including the adoption <strong>of</strong> CQ Roll Call advocacy outreach s<strong>of</strong>tware; CE<br />
approver/provider unit consolidation and support; member communication via shared newsletters,<br />
social media posts, and call centers; best practices from the ANA Standards <strong>of</strong> Excellence; and<br />
contracted finance operations. At a face-to-face meeting in August 2015, leaders from the MW MSD<br />
states committed to explore a formalized corporate structure to enable the MW MSD to remain<br />
active after the pilot phase ends. With faith in the group, ANA agreed to continue shared funding and<br />
support for the model through <strong>2016</strong>, and potentially beyond. On March 31, <strong>2016</strong> the NNA Board voted<br />
to become a member <strong>of</strong> this corporate structure to leverage back-<strong>of</strong>fice operations support. Also<br />
committing to the structure were Missouri Nurses Association (MONA) and Kansas State Nurses<br />
Association (KSNA). Iowa and North Dakota chose not to continue with the MSD. Recruitment <strong>of</strong><br />
additional states is a priority. Initial Directors representing NNA on the MW MSD Board are Terry<br />
Anderson and Anna Mackevicius.<br />
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6. Support NNA/ANA membership recruitment and retention activities to instill ownership <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />
practice, and excitement in all Nebraska pr<strong>of</strong>essional nurses and nursing students.<br />
Recruitment and Retention - Liaisons have assisted with member events and outreach this past<br />
year. Since October 2015, the NNA President has spoken to 13 different student/novice nurse groups<br />
from seven facilities and between April 25 and May 9th NNA BOD Members and Staff participated in<br />
18 different Nurses’ Week venues with over 1,000 nurses and nursing students attending! We have<br />
engaged a NSSNA <strong>of</strong>ficer on the GFMC Committee and spoken at the NSSNA Convention for the<br />
fourth year in a row.<br />
7. Actively collaborate with other nursing associations and groups within Nebraska to strengthen our<br />
affiliate program and to provide needed resources for nurses in our state.<br />
Collaboration with Other Nursing Groups - Besides the collaboration required for successful<br />
legislative advocacy, the NNA has collaborated with several other organizations. The NNA, Nebraska<br />
Organization <strong>of</strong> Nurse Leaders (NONL), Nebraska Assembly <strong>of</strong> Nursing Deans and Directors (NANDD),<br />
and Nebraska Action Coalition (NAC) hosted the “Culture <strong>of</strong> Health Summit” in October 2015. Speakers<br />
were Senator Sue Crawford, a strong advocate for nursing, and Courtney Phillips, Executive Director<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Nebraska Department <strong>of</strong> Health and Human Services. Plans are also underway for a joint<br />
convention with the Nebraska Nurse Practitioners (NNP) in 2017 in Kearney. Strong collaboration<br />
with other regional State Nursing Associations (SNAs) has resulted in a successful pilot <strong>of</strong> the ANA<br />
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VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT<br />
Lina Bostwick, EdD, RN, C<strong>NE</strong><br />
I found my first year serving as the Vice President <strong>of</strong> NNA to be rewarding. The opportunity that has<br />
existed for creating relationships with nurses across Nebraska has been a phenomenal one.<br />
As chair <strong>of</strong> the NNA Conference Committee, the talents <strong>of</strong> those having a history with NNA and those<br />
new to the processes, has brought about the best <strong>of</strong> both worlds. It is equally important to have team<br />
members that bring fresh new ideas, as it to have those bringing the historical feasibility perspectives<br />
to the table. As I reflect on my application for the VP position, all <strong>of</strong> the goals I projected to act on have<br />
been fulfilled in some way. However, as another year comes to an end, I more than ever realize the<br />
importance <strong>of</strong> continuing to meet and expand upon these objectives:<br />
1) Support the President and the Board<br />
2) Recruit talent with the right skills<br />
3) Collaborate with teams, focus groups, MIGs, and decisions on financials as needed<br />
4) Collaborate on analysis <strong>of</strong> data<br />
5) Engage nurses, volunteers, members, possible donors, and nursing students<br />
6) Cultivate advocates <strong>of</strong> Nursing and for Nursing<br />
7) Assist in planning for the succession <strong>of</strong> leaders<br />
8) Cultivate Nursing on committees as advocates for safety and patient care<br />
I want to thank the many NNA members that have been encouraging, supportive, helpful, and most <strong>of</strong><br />
all, those that have put their trust in me as I continue to discover this organization’s important impact<br />
on our communities. I look forward to meeting even more <strong>of</strong> our members in the coming year.<br />
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SECRETARY’S REPORT<br />
Connie Morrill, BSN, RN<br />
The NNA Board began the year with an all day retreat on October 31, 2015 in Grand Island, Nebraska.<br />
At that meeting, the Board mapped out strategic direction for <strong>2016</strong>.<br />
Throughout the year, the Board met on October 31, November 19, December 15, January 19, February<br />
15, March 31, April 19, May 17, July 19, August 16, September 29*, and October 2* with approval <strong>of</strong> key<br />
initiatives to move the organization forward:<br />
• Dissolved District 7 in lieu <strong>of</strong> a seated Board in that area.<br />
• Made appointments to fill open Committee positions<br />
• Approved updates to the Nebraska Nurse format and added a page for the Nebraska Nurses<br />
Foundation (NNF)<br />
• Updated the policy and procedure manual<br />
• Moved scholarship funds to NNF with selection by NPDC<br />
• Supported the development <strong>of</strong> NNA-PAC Bylaws and seating a Board for the PAC<br />
• Approved three MIGs – Region 1, Tri-City, and Lincoln-Area<br />
• Facilitated electronic archive <strong>of</strong> NNA documents<br />
• Changed status <strong>of</strong> Director <strong>of</strong> State Affairs to an employee and hired a PT Administrative<br />
Assistant (payroll processes contracted with MONA)<br />
• Set up Committee emails and business cards for Chairs<br />
• Approved the development and implementation <strong>of</strong> a NNA mobile device app<br />
• Approved distribution <strong>of</strong> District funds<br />
• Approved a balanced budget<br />
• Launched radio marketing and Kearney billboard (to rotate annually) for Nurses’ Week<br />
• Approved Carol Wilson funds to support convention registrations for NNA members ($90)<br />
• Approved NNA becoming a member state <strong>of</strong> the Midwest MSD corporation and appointed<br />
Teresa Anderson as principle director for NNA on the MSD Board for <strong>2016</strong> – 2017<br />
• Offered a free NNA membership In each region from among those attending Nurses’ Week<br />
events<br />
• Supported a strong Nurses’ Week presence across the state including contact with over 1,000<br />
nurses and nursing students<br />
• Voted to participate, if selected, in the ANA Value Pricing Pilot<br />
• Recommended appointments to the Center for Nursing and Center for Nursing Foundation<br />
Boards<br />
• Approved changes in LARC regions to those used by the Regional Member Liaisons<br />
• Voted to rebrand NNA in alignment with ANA new branding<br />
• Appointed Anna Mackevicius as 2nd director on the Midwest Board<br />
• Approved Legislative Award for Senator Lindstrom<br />
* meetings tentative at time <strong>of</strong> printing<br />
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LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY<br />
AND REPRESENTATION COMMITTEE (LARC)<br />
Linda Stones, RN, BSN. MS, CRRN- Chair<br />
Committee Members Active in <strong>2016</strong>: Kari Wade, Lorie Kelly-Norton, Anne Obermiller, Terri Mitchell,<br />
Kathy Davis, Joan Nelson and Rita Member.<br />
Staff Members: Don Wesely (Lobbyist), Melissa Florell (Director) and Robyn Kniffen (Assistant)<br />
This year was a short session for the Nebraska Legislature but a very busy one for NNA’s LARC. The<br />
members reviewed and took action on several bills during the session. They were also involved in<br />
several 407 reviews for scope <strong>of</strong> practice changes, updated the legislative platform and, with staff<br />
support, held a successful Nurses Day at the Legislature.<br />
Legislative Session:<br />
Committee members reviewed 440 bills that were introduced in this year’s session. Several key bills<br />
<strong>of</strong> note were LB 721 which was the Surgical First Assistant (SFA) bill. This would allow SFAs to be<br />
licensed. NNA worked hard to ensure that physician supervision <strong>of</strong> these licensed pr<strong>of</strong>essionals<br />
would protect nurses and to ensure that these changes did not negatively impact Surgical Nurse First<br />
Assistants. The bill passed with NNA’s inputs intact. LB 750 which was referred to as the Whistleblower<br />
bill was supported by NNA and was passed. This law protects the confidentiality <strong>of</strong> individuals who<br />
report other pr<strong>of</strong>essionals in accordance with the Uniform Credentialing act. Three very brave nurses<br />
came forward and spoke on behalf <strong>of</strong> this bill which was instrumental on the bill moving forward.<br />
LB 900 was an attempt to repeal the motorcycle helmet law. NNA opposed this bill and it failed to<br />
advance. LB 1030 was also supported. This provides some financial support for the purchase <strong>of</strong><br />
amino acids-based elemental formulas. Another attempt was made to expand Medicaid coverage<br />
in LB 1032. NNA supported this bill but the bill failed to advance. LB 1060 was a bill to have surgical<br />
technologists registered. NNA opposed the bill in the format it was introduced, which would have<br />
Surgical Technologist under the Board <strong>of</strong> Medicine. Attempts were made throughout the session<br />
to come to a compromise, but these attempts failed. A carryover bill, LB 18, to require <strong>of</strong>fering a<br />
meningitis vaccine was supported by NNA; however, the bill was not advanced.<br />
407 Scope <strong>of</strong> Practice Reviews:<br />
Members have been involved in several <strong>of</strong> these reviews that likely will lead to legislation introduced<br />
at the 2017 session. As mentioned above, we were successful in representing nurses concerns with<br />
the Surgical First Assistant licensure. As an <strong>of</strong>f-shoot <strong>of</strong> this, the Surgical Technologists were initially<br />
requesting licensure and their desire to be managed under the Board <strong>of</strong> Medicine. After dialogue, the<br />
Surgical Technologists changed their position to be registered versus licensed but still demanded to<br />
be under the Board <strong>of</strong> Medicine. This continues to be a point <strong>of</strong> contention for NNA as we feel strongly<br />
that the Board <strong>of</strong> Nursing is in the best position to manage this group <strong>of</strong> registrations and Surgical<br />
Techs will remain supervised in the OR by the Registered Nurse. A new 407 review was started<br />
in <strong>2016</strong>, to allow Dialysis Care Technicians to be delegated the task <strong>of</strong> administering heparin and<br />
accessing central lines for dialysis treatments in outpatient dialysis centers. The committee continues<br />
to work with key stakeholders to find a solution that is in the best interests <strong>of</strong> the patients. A group <strong>of</strong><br />
individuals has been involved in the RN scope <strong>of</strong> practice being limited in Assisted Living Facilities.<br />
There are several very committed members who have spent years on this issue and are finally seeing<br />
some positive movement to allow RNs to function within their scope <strong>of</strong> practice in Assisted Living<br />
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facilities. Lastly, NNA LARC is working with the Board <strong>of</strong> Nursing as they have submitted a 407 review<br />
to create all new LPNs to meet the requirements <strong>of</strong> LPN-Cs.<br />
Legislative Platform:<br />
A subgroup <strong>of</strong> individuals worked with Lina Bostwick to update the Legislative Platform used by the<br />
LARC to guide decisions on bills introduced. You will find the proposed Legislative Platform in this<br />
<strong>Book</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Reports</strong>. Membership will need to vote on the adoption <strong>of</strong> these changes. Changes were<br />
sought after members reviewed platforms from other state nursing associations as well as their own<br />
experiences during the past legislative sessions. If you have questions about the changes, please<br />
email larc@nebraskanurses.org and a committee member will get in touch with you.<br />
Nurses’ Day at the Legislature:<br />
The event was held at the Cornhusker Hotel on February 11, <strong>2016</strong>. A total <strong>of</strong> over 400 individuals<br />
registered for the event. The keynote speaker was Rebecca McClanahan who spoke on “the Power<br />
<strong>of</strong> One.” Rebecca was the former president <strong>of</strong> the Missouri Nurses Association (MONA) and served in<br />
the Missouri House <strong>of</strong> Representatives. Lunch was held with 12 Senators and staffers attending. The<br />
event also had 14 nursing group or individual sponsors.<br />
Planning has already started for the 2017 event, which will be held on February 9, 2017, at the Cornhusker<br />
Hotel. Make plans now to attend.<br />
Based on my report you can see a tremendous amount <strong>of</strong> work has been done to support and<br />
advocate for Nurses in Nebraska. Volunteers are always needed and welcomed.<br />
NURSING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (NPDC)<br />
Douglass Haas, MSN, APRN-NP, AGACNP-BC, CCRN – Chair<br />
Committee Members: June Eilers, Jacy Henk, Shannon Jones, Alice Kindschuh, Karen Morgan,<br />
Elaine Pohren, Anoumou Somado<br />
WOW! This year has been busy for NPDC, as you will read below. I am so proud <strong>of</strong> the work the NNA<br />
Nursing Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Development Committee has completed this 2015-<strong>2016</strong> year. The committee<br />
continues to achieve momentous tasks completion across the state with the continued, and sometimes<br />
stressful, use <strong>of</strong> our online communication techniques. We as an organization have truly forged the<br />
waters and have come full circle as an organization. NPDC is a true example <strong>of</strong> how a more nimble,<br />
technologically savvy, and focused group <strong>of</strong> individuals can really get a lot <strong>of</strong> work done. This year is<br />
summed up best by a quote I heard at the ANA Membership Assembly (through their YouTube page) –<br />
“There is no limit to the amount <strong>of</strong> work you can get done if you don’t mind sharing the credit.” Thank<br />
you again to the amazing members <strong>of</strong> the NPDC and to the continued support from ANA/NNA and<br />
the Board <strong>of</strong> Directors.<br />
Awards<br />
Five (5) NNA members were praised for their excellence at the 2015 NNA Convention with the following<br />
awards:<br />
• Notable New Nurse – Matt Lentz, MSN, RN from Ainsworth.<br />
• Distinguished Service Award – Cathy Clark-Sybrant RN, CNP <strong>of</strong> Bassett.<br />
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• Extraordinary Achievement in Nursing – Linda Hughes, PhD, RN <strong>of</strong> Papillion.<br />
• Nurse <strong>of</strong> the Year Award – Judi Dunn MS, CPP, RN <strong>of</strong> Omaha<br />
• Outstanding Nurse Educator – Kristie Martin BSN, CEN <strong>of</strong> Omaha<br />
Scholarships<br />
Thanks to the generous donation <strong>of</strong> $1000 from Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc., NNA was able<br />
to give two $500 scholarships to undergraduate nursing students. Eli Rodrigues <strong>of</strong> Scottsbluff and<br />
Erika Hochstein <strong>of</strong> Norfolk were the 2015 recipients. Both attend UNMC CON at their respective city<br />
campuses.<br />
Events<br />
• The <strong>2016</strong> Celebrate Nursing event was held on April 26, <strong>2016</strong> at Bryan East Plaza, Lincoln, <strong>NE</strong>.<br />
Hosted by Lincoln Area MIG in collaboration with Sigma Theta Tau, Nu Rho Chapter. The event<br />
consisted <strong>of</strong> Lincoln area MIG/STT Poster Board Presentation, Networking Meal to increase<br />
membership with area colleges, and presentation <strong>of</strong> Nursing <strong>of</strong> the Day Award.<br />
• The Celebrate Nursing! Breakfast and Positive Image <strong>of</strong> Nursing Awards event was presented<br />
on April 30th, <strong>2016</strong>. This event has been a long-standing Nurses Day celebration in the Omaha<br />
area and well supported by the local healthcare systems, CHI Health, Nebraska Methodist<br />
and Women’s Hospitals, Nebraska Medicine, and colleges. The event was held at the Scott<br />
Conference Center (SCC). First Lady Susanne Shore spoke briefly and was well received. Terry<br />
Anderson presented a shortened version <strong>of</strong> the CE related to Culture <strong>of</strong> Safety. Her 30-minute<br />
presentation was excellent! There were 74 PIN honorees this year. The presentations went well.<br />
• April 25th through May 9th entertained the NNA Presidents Tour, which included 18 different<br />
events across the state <strong>of</strong> Nebraska from Scottsbluff the Omaha. Approximately 1000 cumulative<br />
individuals attended the weeklong events in their areas.<br />
• July 26th the Tri-City MIG presented an informal NNA meet and greet as well as update session<br />
in Kearney. Non-NNA members were paired with NNA members to best encourage membership<br />
in the informal setting <strong>of</strong> the new Mac’s Creek Wine Bar.<br />
• The <strong>2016</strong> Legislative Reception will be held on August 30th.<br />
o The target audience includes Nurses and Officials/Candidates:<br />
o Nurses<br />
• Area RNs and their guests<br />
• Chief Nursing Officers and Administrators<br />
• Local nursing college Deans and faculty members<br />
• Other pr<strong>of</strong>essional nursing associations <strong>of</strong>ficers, directors, and members<br />
o Incumbent Officials/Candidates<br />
• Mayor<br />
• Governor/Lt. Governor<br />
• U.S. Senators<br />
• US Congressman<br />
• NU Board <strong>of</strong> Regents<br />
• MCC Board <strong>of</strong> Governors<br />
• State Senators<br />
• Douglas County Commissioners<br />
• On November 17th, <strong>2016</strong> – NNA BOD, NNF, and Committees will meet with ANA during the<br />
Nursing Organization Alliance –Theme: NNA Town Hall with ANA in Omaha.<br />
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GOVERNANCE, FINANCE AND MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE<br />
Lois Linden, EdD, RN, GFMC Chair (Urban)<br />
Committee Members:<br />
Cathy Smith, Staff Nurse<br />
Paula Molzen, Staff Nurse<br />
Jenna Witt, Rural<br />
Nolan Gurnsey, Rural<br />
Margo Minnich, Nursing Faculty<br />
Judy Timmons, Urban<br />
Carol Kampschneider, Management<br />
MJ Petersen, Treasurer<br />
Kay Keichel-White, Appointed Past NNA Officer<br />
Lacie Ferguson, NSSNA Representative (Non-voting)<br />
Teresa Anderson, President-Ex-Officio<br />
Anna Mackevicius, President-elect (Non-voting)<br />
Melissa Florell, Director, Non-voting<br />
Don Wesley, Lobbyist, Non-voting<br />
Membership<br />
Recruitment and Retention Strategies:<br />
• Participated in Nebraska State Student Nurses’ Association (NSSNA) through exhibits and<br />
sponsorship <strong>of</strong> the conference.<br />
• Made recommendations to the Board <strong>of</strong> Directors and/or the Director with ideas for<br />
implementation <strong>of</strong> the Regional Membership Liaison role.<br />
• Drafted procedures and a three year membership recruitment and retention plan following<br />
submission <strong>of</strong> an NNA application (prepared by the President) to ANA membership Value<br />
Pricing Pilot.<br />
• Development <strong>of</strong> procedures regarding membership recruitment and retention (initial drafts).<br />
• Increased membership outreach through electronic media and presentations to schools <strong>of</strong><br />
nursing, nurse residency programs, and Nurses’ Week activities.<br />
Finance/Budget<br />
• Successfully conducted annual fundraising at the 2015 Convention.<br />
• Consolidated accounts in numerous banks into one bank and drafted financial procedures.<br />
• Revised the <strong>2016</strong> budget following the 2015 House <strong>of</strong> Delegate vote to dissolve Districts. Pivotal<br />
to this process were the recommendations from each District in their District Fund Disbursement<br />
submissions and from the Budget Committee to the Board <strong>of</strong> Directors.<br />
• Drafting the 2017 budget including designated District funds and recommendations from ANA<br />
consultation and MSD (pending).<br />
<strong>2016</strong> NNA Slate <strong>of</strong> Candidates and Election Processes<br />
• Candidates for NNA positions were recruited, validated as eligible, and placed on the ballot.<br />
• Assisted in the development <strong>of</strong> guidelines and procedures for inclusion <strong>of</strong> members in the<br />
nomination process during the <strong>2016</strong> Annual Membership Meeting (AMM).<br />
Bylaw Revisions and Proposals<br />
• Made major revisions to the 2015 Bylaws based upon the House <strong>of</strong> Delegate vote to dissolve<br />
Districts as well as moving from a House <strong>of</strong> Delegates to an Annual Membership Meeting (AMM).<br />
• See proposed Bylaw Amendments in this <strong>Book</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Reports</strong>.<br />
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MIG Oversight Committee<br />
Lina Bostwick, EdD, RN, C<strong>NE</strong><br />
January <strong>2016</strong> brought about the implementation <strong>of</strong> Mutual Interest Groups following a great deal <strong>of</strong><br />
planning, communication, and action. Nebraska nurses, once again, gathered to meet and formulate<br />
area specific goals while creating, naming, and applying for MIG status with the NNA.<br />
The leadership <strong>of</strong> the following Nebraska Nurses has created the formation <strong>of</strong> our first NNA MIGs:<br />
1) Tri-City: Douglass Haas, Rita Weber, and Pat Trausch;<br />
2) Lincoln and Surrounding Area: Jan Tubbs; and Cathy Smith<br />
3) Region 1: Connie Morrill, Alicia Kuntz, and Kim Smith.<br />
Each MIG organized a spring nurses recognition and educational program during Nurses’ Week. Due<br />
to scheduling conflicts, the MIG Oversight Committee has not met, but each Chair has received 1:1<br />
guidance and materials for 2017.<br />
CONTINUING EDUCATION APPROVAL COMMITTEE<br />
Judi Dunn, MS, CPP, RN-BC<br />
The Midwest Multistate Division Continuing Nursing Education Unit continues to grow and strive for<br />
excellence in education for nurses. The C<strong>NE</strong> Executive Team expanded resources for Approved Provider<br />
Units to include a password protected “Forum” on the MW MSD website. The Forum houses training<br />
materials, modules, webinars, sample forms, examples <strong>of</strong> a variety <strong>of</strong> evaluations and suggestions for<br />
best practices for units. Specific webinars were held on the recent ANCC transition from objectives<br />
to learning outcomes. Monthly conference calls were instituted to allow Primary Nurse Planners to<br />
dialogue with each other about common concerns and discuss how best to approach challenges. An<br />
on-line monthly newsletter was also started that provides helpful hints, suggestions for improvement<br />
and resources. So far in <strong>2016</strong> two Nebraska Approved Provider Units; Children’s Hospital and Medical<br />
Center and Nebraska Methodist College were highlighted in newsletter articles for their outstanding<br />
contributions to continuing nursing education. There are currently 19 MW MSD Approved Provider Units<br />
in Nebraska.<br />
An in person training workshop was held in August 2015, and another is being planned for August<br />
<strong>2016</strong>. These live, interactive programs allow Approved Provider Unit staff to network with other similar<br />
organizations as well as participate in educational training to enhance their current operations.<br />
In <strong>2016</strong> the C<strong>NE</strong> Unit saw the formation <strong>of</strong> several new units’ – called systems, which are comprised <strong>of</strong><br />
a number <strong>of</strong> individual Approved Provider Unit’s coming together under one central structure to serve<br />
a healthcare organization. This mirrors what we are seeing in healthcare today as larger healthcare<br />
groups are merging to decrease cost and expand services.<br />
ANCC released changes with the accreditation criteria that necessitated revisions and updates to all<br />
MW MSD continuing education forms, and the Approved Provider Application. As can be expected,<br />
training and resources were also developed to support these changes within the MW MSD.<br />
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The MW MSD C<strong>NE</strong> Unit also saw in <strong>2016</strong> an increase in Individual Activity Applications submitted<br />
by individuals and organizations seeking contact hours for educational events planned according<br />
to ANCC criteria. The ability to provide such education outside <strong>of</strong> a healthcare facility/organization,<br />
provides Nebraska nurses with even more high quality continuing education opportunities.<br />
DIRECTOR OF STATE AFFAIRS<br />
Melissa, Florell, MSN, RN<br />
The 2015-<strong>2016</strong> year has been exciting and challenging. Along with the Board <strong>of</strong> Directors and<br />
governance committees I have worked to provide increased support to members, continued to<br />
improve the technology capabilities <strong>of</strong> the NNA, and maintain the NNA’s strong advocacy presence<br />
at the Nebraska Unicameral.<br />
On the technology front, NNA in partnership with the Midwest Multistate Division has developed a<br />
mobile app. The app will allow for increased communication and give members an additional way<br />
to interact with the association. The app will be especially useful during NNA events and activities.<br />
Providing members with a mobile platform will make real-time communication possible and will also<br />
provide an opportunity for growth in the future.<br />
This year was a busy year for the Legislative Advocacy and Representation committee. The group<br />
worked hard to support priority bills as they moved through the Legislature, and in my role as Director I<br />
continue to support their work. A key achievement was the passage <strong>of</strong> LB 750 which makes anonymous<br />
reporting possible for anyone reporting under the uniform credentialing act. Governor Ricketts signed<br />
the bill into law this spring. It was an honor to have Courtney Phillips CEO <strong>of</strong> the Nebraska Department<br />
<strong>of</strong> Health and Human Services and Lt. Governor Foley in attendance at Nurse’s Day at the Legislature<br />
along with the many State Senators who listened to their nurse constituents over lunch. NNA continues<br />
to be involved with the 407-review <strong>of</strong> Dialysis Patient Care Technicians, and will be at the table for<br />
upcoming 407 review hearings regarding LPN and LPN-C practice. NNA’s presence at the table with<br />
other stakeholders ensures that NNA is seen as a key partner in health care delivery, and strengthens<br />
our ability to protect and advance RN practice in Nebraska.<br />
In the coming months, the Midwest Multistate Division will be moving from pilot to incorporated entity<br />
and our member states will learn if we have been selected to participate in the ANA Value Pricing<br />
Pilot expansion. Both <strong>of</strong> these initiatives will provide powerful opportunities for growth, and I look<br />
forward to supporting these efforts. As a member <strong>of</strong> NNA/ANA I value the resources and opportunities<br />
that membership provides, and strive to make the organization as strong as possible for each <strong>of</strong><br />
you. I believe that membership in NNA/ANA provides value that cannot be found in any other place.<br />
Values include personal opportunities for leadership, pr<strong>of</strong>essional education, and monetary savings<br />
on important services. NNA/ANA also work continuously to make sure that nurses are represented<br />
during the policy process. Speaking with a cohesive, pr<strong>of</strong>essional voice helps the public, as well as<br />
policy makers, appreciate the importance <strong>of</strong> the nursing pr<strong>of</strong>ession. Thank you for your support <strong>of</strong><br />
nursing through your NNA/ANA membership!<br />
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MIDWEST MSD MEMBERSHIP TASK FORCE<br />
Melissa, Florell, MSN, RN<br />
In an effort to share best practices and improve capacity for membership growth and retention the<br />
NNA Director <strong>of</strong> State Affairs, along with members <strong>of</strong> the Board <strong>of</strong> Directors, participates in monthly<br />
membership taskforce calls. The calls are led by MSD CEO Jill Kliethermes. The calls began in calendar<br />
year 2014 and continue to be held on a monthly basis. During the calls MSD states review membership<br />
data, develop and track membership initiatives, and share best practice information. Initiatives<br />
developed by the taskforce include grace period postcards (sent to members whose membership<br />
is in danger <strong>of</strong> expiring) and attempting follow-up calls to those members, sending a new member<br />
welcome email that includes a interest survey, and improving states’ presence on social media.<br />
An additional benefit <strong>of</strong> the Membership Taskforce calls has been having ANA membership staff<br />
present on the calls to answer questions and share information about national membership initiatives.<br />
This allows NNA to complement and participate in these initiatives without duplicative efforts. The three<br />
states <strong>of</strong> the Midwest Multistate Division have applied to join the ANA Membership Value Pricing Pilot.<br />
The coordinated efforts <strong>of</strong> the Membership Taskforce calls will help maximize the growth potential <strong>of</strong><br />
the pilot if the states are selected. The Membership Taskforce will continue to meet through <strong>2016</strong> with<br />
the goal <strong>of</strong> growing a vibrant and engaged membership.<br />
<strong>NE</strong>BRASKA NURSES FOUNDATION<br />
Teresa L. Anderson, EdD, MSN, RNC-OB, <strong>NE</strong>-BC<br />
Chair, NNF Board <strong>of</strong> Directors<br />
Effective in July 2015, the Nebraska Nurses Foundation (NNF) became a 501c3 non-pr<strong>of</strong>it corporation<br />
in the State <strong>of</strong> Nebraska. The initial Board <strong>of</strong> Directors was appointed and invitations were extended<br />
to recruit permanent Board members. Candidates were approved and appointed with the 2015 – <strong>2016</strong><br />
NNF Board consisting <strong>of</strong> Sara Seemann – President; Cathy Parker – Vice President; Josh Hanshaw –<br />
Treasurer; and Lynnee’ Pattrin – Secretary. Other members are Dan Rock, Joanie Nelson, and Alice<br />
Kindschuh.<br />
Following incorporation, funds were transferred into the NNF from the Nebraska Community<br />
Foundation. $24,440.18 was received (General Fund - $8960.34; Shirley Dooling Fund $1196.15, and<br />
Scholarship Endowment $14,283.69). Additional deposits in 2015 included $1000 donation to cover<br />
administrative fees, a $100 general donation and $250 in memory <strong>of</strong> Winnie Dolph. End <strong>of</strong> year funds<br />
totaled $28,366.47.<br />
Meetings <strong>of</strong> the Board have been held on October 5 and November 12, 2015 and February 11, April 18<br />
(face-to-face), June 14, and August 22, <strong>2016</strong>.<br />
Activities <strong>of</strong> the group include:<br />
• Adopting financial policies and procedures<br />
• Contracting with MONA for manager and accounting services<br />
• Identifying fundraising priorities and strategies<br />
• Launching the Celebrate Nursing – Praise a Nurse fund-raising campaign<br />
• Planning for practice and research project grants (Fall <strong>of</strong> <strong>2016</strong>)<br />
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• Formulating an operations budget for 2017<br />
• Support for fundraising activities at the NNA Convention and Annual Meeting (Silent Auction<br />
and Change Drive)<br />
• Bylaw amendment to add a 2nd Vice President who will be the immediate past president to<br />
achieve continuity (Teresa Anderson will serve is this role through 2017).<br />
Total funds, through June 30, <strong>2016</strong>:<br />
Checking/Savings<br />
General Checking $12,208.68<br />
Shirley Dooling Memorial $ 1,196.15<br />
Scholarship Endowment $14,283.69<br />
NNA Scholarship Fund $12,916.27<br />
Total Checking/Savings $40,604.79<br />
Total Current Assets $40,604.79<br />
TOTAL ASSETS $40,604.79<br />
NNA POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (NNA-PAC)<br />
Linda Stones, MS, BSN, RN, CCRN - Chair<br />
Officers:<br />
Chair: Linda Stones<br />
Vice Chair: Nolan Gurnsey<br />
Secretary: Lin Hughes<br />
Treasurer: Kari Wade<br />
Other members: Lorie Kelly-Norton, Carol Lain<strong>of</strong>, Rita Weber, Melissa Florell, and Don Wesely.<br />
The NNA PAC had been dormant for several years. On November 18, 2015, the NNA-PAC was reestablished.<br />
During the first meeting, <strong>of</strong>ficers were appointed and newly revised bylaws and policies<br />
were adopted. The NNA-PAC has been involved in the <strong>2016</strong> State Legislature elections with committee<br />
endorsements and financial support for four returning senators – Crawford, Howard, Davis and<br />
Watermeier. All candidates in the upcoming election were sent questionnaires about their position<br />
on topics <strong>of</strong> interest to nurses. These are published on the NNA website under the partner’s tab or at<br />
this web address - http://www.nebraskanurses.org/general/custom.asp?page=NNAPAC. There are 25<br />
Districts where elections will occur. These are the odd numbered legislative districts. If you reside in<br />
one <strong>of</strong> those districts, please go to our webpage and review the candidate questionnaires so that you<br />
can be an informed voter.<br />
Fundraising is a key factor to the NNA-PAC’s success. Donations can be made on the website, or<br />
by attending a fundraiser planned for September 29th in Norfolk, Nebraska in conjunction with the<br />
NNA Convention. Questions or comments about the NNA-PAC can be directed to our email account,<br />
NNAPAC@nebraskanurses.org.<br />
We are always in need <strong>of</strong> additional help or support. If you are interested in being involved, please<br />
contact us through the email address above.<br />
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AMERICAN NURSES ADVOCACY INSTITUTE (ANAI)<br />
Lina Bostwick, EdD, RN, C<strong>NE</strong><br />
The American Nurses Association Institute (ANAI) conference focusing on leadership and advocacy<br />
provides a very rich educational opportunity, as well as a supportive networking environment.<br />
In the first year following the ANAI conference (October, 2015), the competency I have focused on the<br />
most has been building collaborative and productive working relationships. To meet this goal, some<br />
<strong>of</strong> the work I have been involved in has included: Mutual Interest Group (MIG) support, Chair <strong>of</strong> the<br />
<strong>2016</strong> NNA Conference Planning Committee, organization <strong>of</strong> a fall, <strong>2016</strong> NNA/ANA Town Hall, and<br />
coordinator for review <strong>of</strong> the Nebraska Nurses Association Legislative Platform.<br />
Continued learning has taken place over the year by attending ANAI Conference calls lead by Janet<br />
Haebler. Attendee expectation is to report on individual experiences according to the set agenda<br />
topics. Agenda topics have included:<br />
• Political environment <strong>of</strong> your own state<br />
• Scanning <strong>of</strong> the political environment<br />
• Bill analysis<br />
• Preparing and delivering testimony before a legislative body<br />
• Working in coalitions: the good, the bad, the ugly<br />
• Political Action Committees<br />
I look forward to the future and the continuation <strong>of</strong> my advocacy experiences through collaborative<br />
opportunities, mentoring, educating, appreciating the contributions and diversity <strong>of</strong> others, leading<br />
change, and by communicating the important contributions nurses make on a daily basis.<br />
ANA Membership Assembly Report<br />
Teresa Anderson, EdD, MSN, RNC-OB, <strong>NE</strong>-BC and<br />
Lynnee’ Pattrin, MPA, BSN, RN-BC<br />
Teresa (Terry) Anderson and Lynnee’ Pattrin, NNA representatives, were joined by Melissa Florell,<br />
NNA Director <strong>of</strong> State Affairs, and Anna Mackevicius, NNA President-Elect to attend the annual ANA<br />
Membership Assembly in Washington, DC from July 24 – 25. Melissa and Lynnee’ were joined by<br />
Karen Wiley, NNA member and national ENA President-Elect (ANA Affiliate Organization Observer) to<br />
participate in the Lobby Day activities on Capitol Hill. The group attended meetings scheduled with<br />
staff or elected members Fischer, Sasse, Ashford, and Smith. Priority bills for ANA were Registered<br />
Nurse Safe Staffing, Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act, and the Home Health Care<br />
Planning Improvement Act. Terry and Lynnee’ participated in the association voting with their two<br />
votes weighted as four votes based upon the membership apportionment.<br />
Significant ANA Business:<br />
• Expansion <strong>of</strong> the Membership Value Pricing Pilot to include up to 25 C/SNAs for three years.<br />
• Suspension <strong>of</strong> the ANA Dues Escalation for 2014, 2015, and <strong>2016</strong>.<br />
• Support for nursing advocacy for sexual minority and gender diverse populations and dealing<br />
with substance use disorder in nursing.<br />
• Issued a statement to support meaningful gun control legislation<br />
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• The following ANA board members were re-elected: President Pamela Cipriano, Virginia Nurses<br />
Association; Secretary Patricia Travis, PhD, RN, CCRP, Maryland Nurses Association; Faith<br />
Marie Jones, MSN, RN, <strong>NE</strong>A-BC, Wyoming Nurses Association (two year term); and Directorat-Large,<br />
Staff Nurse Gayle M. Peterson, RN-BC, ANA Massachusetts. The newly elected<br />
board members are: Director-at-Large (one year term) Elizabeth Fildes, EdD, RN, C<strong>NE</strong>, CARN-<br />
AP, APHN-BC, Nevada Nurses Association; and Director-at-Large (two year term) Tonisha J.<br />
Melvin, MS, CRRN, NP-C, Georgia Nurses Association.<br />
Those continuing their terms on the ANA Board are: Vice President Ernest James Grant, PhD,<br />
MSN, RN, FAAN, <strong>of</strong> the North Carolina Nurses Association; Treasurer Gingy Harshey-Meade,<br />
MSN, RN, CAE, <strong>NE</strong>A-BC, <strong>of</strong> the Indiana State Nurses Association; and Director-At-Large,<br />
Recent Graduate Jesse M.L. Kennedy, BSN, RN, <strong>of</strong> the Oregon Nurses Association.<br />
Elected to serve on the Nominations and Elections Committee are: Amanda Jean Foster (Chair),<br />
BSN, RN, Arizona Nurses Association; Sabianca Delva, RN, ANA Massachusetts; and Annie<br />
Lee Bowen, MSN, RN, CPN, <strong>of</strong> the Ohio Nurses Association.<br />
Other Highlights <strong>of</strong> the Meeting<br />
• ANA 2017 – 2020 Strategic Plan – Strategic Goals<br />
1. Increase the number and engagement <strong>of</strong> nurses with ANA<br />
2. Stimulate and disseminate innovation that increases recognition <strong>of</strong> the value <strong>of</strong> nursing and<br />
drives improvement in health and health care.<br />
3. Leverage the ANA Enterprise to position nurses as integral partners in consumers’ health<br />
and health care journeys<br />
• Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame Award<br />
ANA established the Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame Award to recognize significant individual nurses’ commitment<br />
to the field <strong>of</strong> nursing and their impact on the health and social history <strong>of</strong> the United States.<br />
ANA first inducted recipients into the Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame in 1976.<br />
ANA is honored to induct two nurses into its Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame for <strong>2016</strong>:<br />
Muriel Poulin, EdD, RN, FAAN<br />
ANA-Maine<br />
Patricia Messmer, PhD, RN-BC, FAAN<br />
Florida Nurses Association<br />
• Honorary Awards<br />
Honorary Award recipients were nominated by constituent and state nurses associations, ANA’s<br />
organizational affiliates and individual members, and selected by ANA’s Board <strong>of</strong> Directors.<br />
These nine highly accomplished RN leaders were honored for their outstanding service to the<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>ession in categories ranging from public health to patient advocacy to legislative success.<br />
The Honorary Award recipients are:<br />
o Patricia Ford-Roegner, MSW, BSN, RN, ACSW, FAAN - The Barbara Thoman Curtis Award<br />
o Judith Huntington, MN, RN - The Distinguished Membership Award<br />
o Barbara Warren, PhD, RN, PMHCNS-BC, FAAN, FNAP – The Hildegard Peplau Award<br />
o Gloria Dobies, BSN, RN, CDE - The Honorary Nursing Practice Award<br />
o Rebecca Patton, MSN, RN, CNOR, FAAN - The Honorary Recognition Award<br />
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o Rose Constantino, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN, FACFE - The Jessie M. Scott Award<br />
o John Lowe, PhD, RN, FAAN - The Luther Christman Award<br />
o Karen Bankston, PhD, MSN, FACHE - The Mary Mahoney Award<br />
o Jacqlyn Sanchez, MSN, RNC-OB - The Staff Nurse Patient Advocacy Award<br />
Thank you for the opportunity to attend this meeting and to represent NNA in this important association<br />
business. ANA staff provided an informative and enjoyable meeting!<br />
<strong>NE</strong>BRASKA NURSE PRACTITIO<strong>NE</strong>RS (NNP)<br />
Organizational Affiliate <strong>of</strong> NNA<br />
LaDonna Hart, MSN, APRN-NP, FNP<br />
NNP President<br />
1) Membership<br />
• 1383 Advanced Practice Registered Nurses in Nebraska, 72% are Nurse Practitioners (2014 RN<br />
Renewal Survey)<br />
• 450+ members <strong>of</strong> NNP<br />
2) Legislative<br />
• Provided testimony in support <strong>of</strong> The Direct Patient Care Act LB817. DPC was signed into law<br />
on March 30th, <strong>2016</strong>.<br />
• Collaboratively, the BOH, BON and NNP are working on updating the Nurse Practitioner Practice<br />
Act to reflect LB107 legislative changes.<br />
• NNP provided testimony on LB1086. LB1068 was an RN led initiative and called for a change in<br />
provisions relating to student self-management <strong>of</strong> asthma and anaphylaxis and was signed into<br />
law by Governor on April 7th, <strong>2016</strong>.<br />
• Legislatively NNP will continue to pursue and promote health policy changes that modernize<br />
existing nurse practitioner regulations and increase access to the patient-centered care provided<br />
by NPs throughout the state.<br />
• Attendees <strong>of</strong> the <strong>2016</strong> Nurses’ Political Reception and the NNA Nurse Legislative Day<br />
• NNP will continue to support both events annually<br />
3) Public Relations<br />
• NNP PR committee is exploring multi-media; radio, television, twitter, Facebook as a means to<br />
promote the role <strong>of</strong> the nurse practitioner throughout the state.<br />
• NNP Scholarship winners were announced at the semi-annual membership meeting July <strong>2016</strong>.<br />
Each year two $1000.00 awards are given.<br />
4) Education<br />
• 20th Annual Pharmacology conference and semi-annual business meeting were held, July 14th<br />
-15th, <strong>2016</strong>, UNMC, Omaha, Nebraska<br />
• NNP and NNA have finalized plans to come together for the first combined Nursing/NP education<br />
conference, with dates set for October 2017 in Kearney, Nebraska.<br />
5) Nominations<br />
• Executive Board positions up for election in February 2017 include President, Bylaws and two<br />
Nominations Committee chair positions.<br />
On-behalf <strong>of</strong> the NNP organization, it is with special thanks to NNA for their continued leadership and<br />
advocacy activities. It is together – through such relationships – that we provide a voice for our patients<br />
and our pr<strong>of</strong>ession.<br />
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<strong>NE</strong> EMERGENCY NURSES ASSOCIATION<br />
Organizational Affiliate <strong>of</strong> NNA<br />
Sue Deyke, President<br />
The Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) is an internationally recognized organization <strong>of</strong> 42,000+<br />
members worldwide. Originally formed to promote education and networking, the organization has<br />
evolved into an authority, advocate, lobbyist, and voice for emergency nursing.<br />
The Nebraska State Council has over 294 members throughout the state. Using the <strong>NE</strong> Telehealth<br />
network, members are able to connect to meet, share, educate and collaborate on issues and topics<br />
with direct impact on emergency care. <strong>NE</strong> ENA promotes continuing education through annual<br />
conferences and by <strong>of</strong>fering Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) and Emergency Nurse Pediatric<br />
Course (ENPC) throughout the state on an ongoing basis, increasing skills and knowledge needed in<br />
crisis situations. This year we are excited to move our annual conference to the Nebraska Innovation<br />
Campus on September 8th. The event will feature a variety <strong>of</strong> topics detailing the latest trends in<br />
Emergency Care.<br />
In keeping with national ENA’s mission to advocate for patient safety and excellence in emergency<br />
nursing practice, Nebraska ENA’s focus on injury prevention will be a statewide challenge to help<br />
reduce falls in the elderly. On the national level ENA continues its advocacy for Mental Health Reform,<br />
and the Comprehensive Addition and Recovery Act (CARA). CARA provides critical programs to<br />
combat the national opioid epidemic that is facing our nation.<br />
SUBJECT:<br />
Continuum <strong>of</strong> Care for Older Adults<br />
REFERENCE PROPOSALS<br />
PROPOSAL <strong>2016</strong>-1<br />
INTRODUCED BY:<br />
Teresa Anderson, NNA President<br />
Deb Welk, Marilyn Valerio, and Rosalee Yeaworth, NNA Members<br />
CONTACT PERSON #1<br />
Debra Welk, BSN, RN-BC<br />
9005 Raven Oaks Dr<br />
Omaha, Nebraska 68152<br />
dwelk@ihsi.or<br />
402-829-2905<br />
PROPOSAL SUMMARY:<br />
Older adults in the United States are aging with a desire to live in their own home, or in the place that they<br />
call home which has the least restrictive environment. The increasing prevalence <strong>of</strong> chronic conditions as<br />
the individual ages poses challenges in managing health care services and maintaining wellness for the<br />
older adults.<br />
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Partnership for Solutions reported that for individuals 65 and older, 62 percent had two or more<br />
chronic conditions (2002a,b,c,d,e) which may include arthritis, congestive heart disease, hypertension,<br />
cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias, and eye diseases. At<br />
80 years <strong>of</strong> age or older, 70% experience two or more chronic conditions.<br />
The Nebraska Department <strong>of</strong> Economic Development outlines similar growth for older adults in Nebraska.<br />
Older adults are projected to account for 20% <strong>of</strong> Nebraskans in 2030; increasing to 21% in 2050. Specifically,<br />
those age 85 and above are expected to represent 2.4% <strong>of</strong> the population in 2030 and 4.6% in 2050. This<br />
growth <strong>of</strong> Nebraskans age 85 and older signifies a 70% increase from 2010 to 2030 and a 163% increase<br />
from 2010 to 2050 (Nebraska Department <strong>of</strong> Economic Development, 2014).<br />
Through 2030, there will be increased demand for informal caregivers nationwide and in Nebraska. During<br />
this same time, Nebraska will see a 70% growth <strong>of</strong> those ages 85 and older, but only a 1% growth in<br />
those ages 45-64. The changing population demographics will result in decreased availability in informal<br />
caregivers. In 2010, the number <strong>of</strong> caregivers to older adult in Nebraska was 6.1. This number is expected<br />
to decrease to 4.1 in 2030 and 2.8 in 2050 (Redfoot, et al.). As the caregiver to older adult ratio narrows, the<br />
availability <strong>of</strong> informal caregivers to arrange, coordinate, and provide services will be negatively impacted.<br />
This trend will increase financial, emotional and physical burden on families as Baby Boomers move into<br />
late old age (Redfoot et al.).<br />
Assisted living and nursing facilities comprise the greater portion <strong>of</strong> licensed congregate living for older<br />
adults in Nebraska. The State <strong>of</strong> Nebraska Department <strong>of</strong> Health and Human Services currently licenses 514<br />
nursing and assisted living facilities that provide vital health care services to more than 20,000 vulnerable<br />
Nebraskans every day. Services at the various levels <strong>of</strong> care are provided by private pay, Medicaid,<br />
Medicare, or other third party payors depending on the qualifications <strong>of</strong> the older adult.<br />
Aligning the appropriate living arrangements with the needed health care services for the older adult with<br />
chronic conditions has become a complex challenge for caregivers and health care providers. Navigating<br />
the health care continuum for older adults and providing support in care transitions is essential in preventing<br />
re-admissions to acute care within thirty days <strong>of</strong> discharge.<br />
Assisted Living regulations are governed by each state across the country. The American Assisted Living<br />
Nurses Association published the “Scope and Standards <strong>of</strong> Assisted Living Nursing Practice for Registered<br />
Nurses” (2006) which provides guidance for the practice and conduct <strong>of</strong> the assisted living nurse.<br />
The Nebraska assisted living regulations require that the older adult/resident’s condition be stable,<br />
predictable and safe in an environment where their independence is maintained while providing some<br />
assistance with daily activities. The older adult “directs their own care” and services are outlined on a<br />
resident services agreement. A Registered Nurse Consultant is required to review medication policies and<br />
procedures and to provide or oversee the training <strong>of</strong> medication aides who typically serve as the direct<br />
care providers. Twenty-four hour licensed nursing care is not required by regulations. The assisted living<br />
organizations plan operations and health care staffing within the company’s defined model <strong>of</strong> care, which<br />
may vary from provider to provider. Some assisted living organizations do employ part time and full time<br />
Registered Nurses who serve in the RN Consultant role for residents, families and staff.<br />
Nursing facilities are regulated by federal and state regulations. Twenty-four hour licensed nursing care is<br />
required in the nursing facility. The nursing facility services are consistent from one provider to another,<br />
although the culture <strong>of</strong> the organizations may vary.<br />
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In July 2013, representatives <strong>of</strong> the Nebraska Assisted Living Association and LeadingAge Nebraska<br />
met to discuss forming a Future <strong>of</strong> Assisted Living Collaborative to discuss assisted living in Nebraska<br />
and explore the need for possible changes, with a special focus on the role <strong>of</strong> the nurse in the assisted<br />
living setting. Representatives from the Nebraska Nurses Association (NNA) and the Nebraska Action<br />
Coalition (NAC), and the Nebraska Department <strong>of</strong> Health and Human Services Division <strong>of</strong> Public Health<br />
also participated. Following a facilitated discussion <strong>of</strong> the issues from various perspectives, the group<br />
formed a Steering Committee for the purpose <strong>of</strong> further research and identification <strong>of</strong> key focus areas.<br />
This group continues to meet, explore and define changes for state statute, while reporting back to the<br />
larger collaborative.<br />
The Steering Committee identified the following priorities:<br />
• Address misconceptions about assisted living by consumers, referral sources & others and the<br />
need for education<br />
• Explore the role <strong>of</strong> the nurse in assisted living, including clarification <strong>of</strong> current allowable practices<br />
and exploration <strong>of</strong> whether the role should be expanded in the future<br />
• Review <strong>of</strong> other assisted living models, especially in states similar to Nebraska<br />
• Develop statutory modifications as indicated for Assisted Living facilities in Nebraska<br />
In June <strong>of</strong> <strong>2016</strong>, the Steering Committee drafted proposed statutory revisions that will be reported to the<br />
Future <strong>of</strong> Assisted Living Collaborative. Each stakeholder organization will be asked to share the proposed<br />
changes with their memberships. The goals for this process are transparency and to provide mechanisms<br />
for feedback before finalizing.<br />
RECOMMENDATION(S):<br />
WHEREAS, the NNA has an obligation to maintain the integrity <strong>of</strong> nursing practice and public safety<br />
in the State <strong>of</strong> Nebraska, and the expertise to collaborate with multi-sector groups, and<br />
WHEREAS, NNA has access to direct contact information for all registered and licensed<br />
practical nurses in the State <strong>of</strong> Nebraska and<br />
WHEREAS, nurses in the State <strong>of</strong> Nebraska are working with older adults across the continuum<br />
from ambulatory care, emergency department, acute care, Nursing Improving Care <strong>of</strong> Healthsystem<br />
Elders (NICHE), geriatric assessment centers, assisted living, palliative care, hospice care, nursing<br />
facilities, and Program <strong>of</strong> All-Inclusive Care (PACE), and<br />
WHEREAS, the skill sets used by the Registered Nurse may vary by the health care delivery setting,<br />
such as assisted living, therefore be it<br />
RESOLVED, that the Nebraska Nurses Association:<br />
1. Based on White Paper findings and the work <strong>of</strong> the Future <strong>of</strong> Assisted Living Collaborative,<br />
educate nurses and other stakeholders on the levels <strong>of</strong> care for older adults including<br />
evidence-based practices and recommendations for building relationships with local<br />
referral sources to support navigation and successful care transitions for older adults<br />
through the continuum <strong>of</strong> care, and<br />
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2. Continue to participate in the Future <strong>of</strong> Assisted Living Collaborative as the group moves<br />
forward with proposed statutory changes for assisted living in Nebraska and provide<br />
support to DHHS for changes to the regulations with a special focus on the practice <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Registered Nurse in the assisted living setting, and<br />
3. Publish a report completed by the Future <strong>of</strong> Assisted Living Collaborative in the Nebraska<br />
Nurse on its findings and recommendations on the practice <strong>of</strong> nursing as well as the level<br />
<strong>of</strong> care provided to residents within the assisted living setting, and<br />
4. Keep the membership informed <strong>of</strong> the progress <strong>of</strong> the statutory modifications and any<br />
needed advocacy, and<br />
5. Support in the identification <strong>of</strong> a Senator to sponsor a bill to revise the Assisted Living<br />
Statute.<br />
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BUDGET: None<br />
REPORT: Actions from the Assisted Living Collaborative to be published in the Nebraska Nurse along with<br />
education materials related to the levels <strong>of</strong> care for older adults; recommendations for the provision <strong>of</strong> and<br />
transition through the continuum <strong>of</strong> care for older adults; and recommendations for the Registered Nurse’s<br />
role in the assisted living setting.<br />
REFERENCES:<br />
Nursing Facilities, Staff & Patients: Nebraska. 2014. American Health Care Association. http://www.<br />
ahcancal.org/events/CongressionalBriefing/Documents/State%20Delegations/Nebraska%20<br />
Delegation.pdf<br />
Partnership for Solutions. 2002a. “Alzheimer’s Disease: The Impact <strong>of</strong> Multiple Chronic Conditions.”<br />
Johns Hopkins University. Baltimore, MD.<br />
Partnership for Solutions. 2002b. “Multiple Chronic Conditions: Complications in Care and Treatment.”<br />
Johns Hopkins University. Baltimore, MD.<br />
Partnership for Solutions. 2002c. “Physician Concerns: Care for People with Chronic Conditions.” Johns<br />
Hopkins University. Baltimore, MD.<br />
Partnership for Solutions. 2002d. “Public Concerns: Caring for People with Chronic Conditions...” Johns<br />
Hopkins University. Baltimore, MD.<br />
Partnership for Solutions. 2002e. “Chronic Conditions: Making the Case for Ongoing Care.” Johns<br />
Hopkins University. Baltimore, MD.<br />
Redfoot, D., Feniberg, L., & Houser, A. (2013). The aging <strong>of</strong> the baby boom and the growing care gap:<br />
A look a future declines in the availability <strong>of</strong> family caregivers. Retrieved from http://www.aarp.<br />
org/home-family/caregiving/info-08-2013/the-aging-<strong>of</strong>-the-baby-boom-and-the-growing-caregap-AARP-ppi-ltc.html.<br />
Scope and Standards <strong>of</strong> Assisted Living Nursing Practice for Registered Nurses. 2006. American<br />
Assisted Living Nurses Association. Napa, CA. http://www.alnursing.org/alnursecert/SCOPE_<br />
AND_STANDARDS_FINAL2_09-19-06.pdf<br />
United States Census Bureau. (2015). Nebraska quick facts. Retrieved from http://quickfacts.census.<br />
gov/qfd/states/31000.html.<br />
What is the Difference Between a Nursing Facility and an Assisted Living? 2014. Nebraska Health Care<br />
Association and Nebraska Assisted Living Association web site. http://www.nehca.org/aspx/<br />
general/dynamicpage.aspx?pageid=91&n=198&l=3&l1=1&l2=179<br />
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Map <strong>of</strong> NNA Regions<br />
Region 1 – includes the Nebraska western border to <strong>NE</strong> HWY 83;<br />
Region 2 – extends from <strong>NE</strong> HWY 83 to <strong>NE</strong> HWY 281;<br />
Region 3 – extends from <strong>NE</strong> HWY 281 to <strong>NE</strong> HWY 77;<br />
Region 4 – extends from <strong>NE</strong> HWY 77 to the Nebraska eastern border<br />
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