2017 Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Convention Yearbook

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2017 Mississippi Nurses’ Association Annual Convention 

Table of Contents 

1. Welcome from the MNA President ....................................................3 

2. Welcome from the Executive Director .................................................5 

3. Dates to Remember . ................................................................7 

4. Convention Schedule Overview .......................................................9 

5. Convention Agenda . ...............................................................13 

6. Featured Presenters: 

Wednesday Luncheon Speaker: Paul Kuehnert, DNP, RN, FAAN, 

Asst. Vice President-Program, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation ........................31 

Board of Nursing Updates for RNs and APRNs: Phyllis Johnson, 

MSN, FNP-BC, Executive Director, Mississippi Board of Nursing ........................32 

Thursday Sigma Theta Tau Luncheon Speaker: 

Tina Magers, PhD, MSN, RN-BC ....................................................33 

Thursday Luncheon Speaker: Curnis Upkins, SPHR, SHRM-SP, 

Vice President of Human Resources, Mississippi Hospital Association ....................34 

Friday APRN Luncheon Speaker: Patricia Pearce, PhD, MPH, FNP-BC, FAANP, FNAP ........35 

Friday Joint Session with RNs, APRNs, and Students Speaker: 

John Dowdy, Director, Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics .................................36 

Saturday APRN Luncheon Speaker: Carolyn Buppert, MSN, JD ...........................36 

7. Abstract Poster Session .............................................................38 

8. House of Delegates Agenda .........................................................39 

9. Convention Policies and Procedures 

HOD Rules and Procedures .........................................................40 

10. Responsibilities of the MNA Board of Directors ........................................43 

11. Candidates for MNA Board of Directors ...............................................45 

12. Bringing the 70s Back: PAC Party (hosted by the MNA Political Action Committee) ..........52 

13. MNF Silent Auction .................................................................53 

14. 2017 Convention Sponsors ..........................................................54 

15. 2017 Convention Sponsors and Exhibitors .............................................57 

16. MNA Membership Application .......................................................59 

17. MNA Political Action Committee .....................................................60 

18. MNA Convention Planning and Provider Unit Committees ...............................61 

19. MNF Board of Directors .............................................................62 

MNF Scholarships and Stipends ......................................................63 

MNF Brick Garden .................................................................64 

MNF Coffee Club Application ........................................................65 

MNF Staff ........................................................................66 

20. MNA Board of Directors ............................................................67 

21. MNA District Presidents ............................................................68 

22. District Map ......................................................................69 

23. MNA Staff ........................................................................70 

24. Layout of Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center .............................71 

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Nursing Colleagues: 

On behalf of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association’s Board of Directors, I am honored 

to welcome you to the Mississippi Nurses’ Association’s 106th Annual Convention, 

Explore, Ignite, Excel: The Power of Nursing! I know you’ll enjoy joining with 

your colleagues from across the State of Mississippi and our surrounding states 

as you experience this much-anticipated event! 

Clinical, leadership, workshops, and trending topics – the Convention offers 

a plethora of continuing education sessions from which to select. Take time 

to connect with our numerous exhibitors during the extensive Exhibitors 

Debra Allen, MSN, RN Expo featuring the latest in products and services. Don’t miss an opportunity 

to network with your colleagues at the University of Mississippi Medical 

Center School of Nursing Alumni Reception for alumni and friends on Wednesday evening. On 

Thursday evening, the Bringing the 70s Back: PAC Party will give you a chance to network, hear 

the best in Motown and Disco, and have a great time while you support the MNA PAC. Feel free to show 

off your best 70s style and you might just be the “Coolest” (best dressed in 70s style). 

The House of Delegates is a key component of Convention. The decisions of the House of Delegates will be 

instrumental in determining the strategic direction of MNA. This year’s House of Delegates will convene 

on Wednesday, October 18th to elect four MNA Board positions: President; Treasurer; Director, Council 

on Nursing Education; and Director, Council on Organizational Affairs along with three members for the 

Committee on Nominations. The House of Delegates is important to MNA and to the advancement of the 

nursing profession. I commend all the MNA members serving in the House of Delegates. 

I look forward to getting to know you better during Convention and again, thank you for being a part of 

this extraordinary event! 

Sincerely, 

Debra Allen, MSN, RN 

President 

MNA Board of Directors 

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Hello Everyone: 

Thank you for your attendance and participation at this year’s Mississippi Nurses’ 

Association Annual Convention! MNA is proud to represent registered nurses and 

advanced practice registered nurses across all nursing roles. Likewise, we are 

also proud to provide you a unique Convention experience. We are confident 

that you will find the Convention provides a blend of content-rich sessions to 

advance your professional knowledge while providing numerous opportunities 

to network – all in a fun-filled atmosphere! 

You make this Convention possible, and we want your experience, from the time 

Teresa Malone you arrive till the time you depart, to be a memorable one. I encourage you to 

take advantage of all the Convention has to offer. Please let us know if we can 

assist you in any way while you are with us. Whether it’s information on a session, how to access your 

continuing education certificates, or where to purchase some 1970s “far out” accessories, we are here 

to help. 

MNA is your nursing organization, and we want to make every experience with us a great one! Thank 

you again for coming, and for your support of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association! 

Sincerely, 

Teresa Malone 

Executive Director 

Mississippi Nurses’ Association 

Explore, Ignite, Excel: 

the Power of Nursing 

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MNA Dates to Remember 

January 24, 2018: 

Lobby Day at the Capitol for RNs & APRNs 

Mississippi State Capitol, Jackson, MS 

February 6, 2018: 

Legislative Nursing Summit 

Jackson Convention Complex, Jackson, MS 

April 26-28, 2018: 

APRN Spring Conference 

Natchez Convention Center, Natchez, MS 

April 19-28, 2018: 

Rome & The Amalfi Coast 

(Rome, Colosseum, Montecassino, Amalfi Coast, Sorrento, Buffalo Milk Mozzarella Factory, 

Paestum, Pompeii, Winery Visit, Naples, National Archaeological Museum) 

July 22-30, 2018: 

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(San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, 

Sonoma Wine Country, Winery Tours, Napa Valley Wine Train) 

November 6-12, 2018: 

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(Reykjavik, Northern Lights Cruise, Golden Circle, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, 

Seljalandsfoss, Vik, Eyjafjallajökull Volcano Visitor Centre, Skogar Folk Museum, Skógafoss, 

Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park, Vatnajökull Glacier, Blue Lagoon) 

October 23-27, 2018: 

MNA Annual Convention 

Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center, 

Biloxi, MS 

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Convention Schedule Overview 

Tuesday, October 17, 2017 

Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center 

12:00 noon - 4:30 p.m. Registration 

1:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Pre-Convention Session: Exploring Nurses Roles to Improve Population 

Health: Creating Partnerships and Strategic Plan 

Wednesday, October 18, 2017 


7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Registration 

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mississippi Nurses Foundation Silent Auction 

8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. House of Delegates 

8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Continuing Education Sessions 

12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Wednesday Luncheon 

1:50 p.m. - 5:05 p.m. Continuing Education Sessions 

5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. UMMC Alumni Reception – The Redding House 

Thursday, October 19, 2017 


7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. District Presidents’ Breakfast 

7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Registration 

7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Exhibitors Expo 

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Mississippi Nurses Foundation Silent Auction 

8:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Continuing Education Sessions 

10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Abstract Poster Session 

12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. Sigma Theta Tau Luncheon Sponsored by University of Southern 

Mississippi Gamma Lambda Chapter 

12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. Thursday Luncheon 

1:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. RN Plenary - Board of Nursing Update - Dedicated to RNs 

1:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Continuing Education Sessions and Workshops 

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Bringing the 70s Back: PAC Party Hosted by the Mississippi 

Nurses’ Association Political Action Committee 

Convention CE Agenda 

Friday, October 20, 2017 


6:45 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. APRN Breakfast and Update 

7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. APRN Registration 

7:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Exhibitors Expo 

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Joint Session with Students (RNs & APRNs) 

9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Continuing Education Sessions 

10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. APRN Board of Nursing Update - Dedicated to APRNs 

12:20 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. APRN Friday Luncheon 


4:05 p.m. - 6:05 p.m. Controlled Substances Update 

6:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. APRN Incredible Dinners 

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7:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon APRN Registration 

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106th Annual Convention CE Agenda 

Explore, Ignite, Excel: The Power of Nursing 

Welcome to MNA’s 106th Annual Convention! The Power of Nursing will be on full display at the 

MNA 2017 Convention. The Convention Planning Committee and the Provider Unit have ensured 

that topics are aligned with our theme and arranged a stellar lineup of dynamic presenters. Although 

every effort has been made to finalize rooms as well as presenters and their presentations, please 

note that all event locations, presenters, and/or presentations are subject to change. Refer to the 

Mobile App for the most current session information. 

Continuing Education (CEs) 

The Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by 

the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Hours are awarded only 

for the session hours you attend. Contact hours to be awarded for each session will be posted as part 

of the session announcements listed in this section of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association 2017 Annual 

Convention book and on the MNA Mobile App. 

To receive contact hours for a session, each attendee must: 

1. Attend the entire session. 

2. Complete the presentation evaluation on-line (available by Monday, October 30th – certificates 

can be printed 24 hours after completing the evaluation). 

New Certification Process: Beginning Monday, October 30th you may log in and view all sessions 

that were available for the days you attended. Please complete surveys only for the sessions attended. 

Please complete all surveys by Friday, December 1st. After December 1st surveys will be closed; 

however, certificates for the surveys you completed will remain available. 


Tuesday, October 17, 2017: 


12:00 noon - 4:30 p.m. Registration ........... MS Coast Coliseum & Convention Center 

.Lobby 

1:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Pre-Convention Session (4.0 c/h) ............................D3 

• Exploring Nurses Roles to Improve Population Health: Creating Partnerships & Strategic Plan with 

Lisa Campbell, DNP, RN, APHN-BC; Kay Henry, MSN, RN, Director of Nursing, Mississippi 

Department of Health; & Paul Kuehnert, DNP, RN, FAAN 

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Wednesday, October 18, 2017: 


7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Registration ............ MS Coast Coliseum & Convention Center 

Lobby 

8:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. House of Delegates: Resolutions & Legislation (2.0 c/h) ...Hall D5-8 

• Mississippi Nurses Take Action 

with Amber Arnold, DNP, RN; Sandra Arnold, MSN, RN; Lorraine Gaddis, PhD, PMHNP-BC; 

Tonya Moore, PhD, RN; Deloris Slade, MSN, FNP-BC; and Teresa Malone, 

MNA Executive Director 

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) 

• Accelerated BSN Senior Simulation: Providing Holistic Care through Critical Thinking 

and Spiritual Care .................................................................D2 

with Sharon McElwain, DNP, FNP-C & Mary Jackson, MSN, FNP-C, CEN 

• Work/Life Balance .................................................................D3 

with K.C. Arnold, ANP, BC-ADM; Roderick Green, PMHNP-BC; 

Alicia Lundstrom, PhD, RN, CNE 

9:35 a.m. – 10:35 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) 

• The Experiences and Meanings of Nursing Professional Identity for Nurses in Senior 

Leadership Positions ...............................................................D2 

with Tina Ferrell, PhD, RN, NEA-BC 

• Nursing Management of ADHD ......................................................D3 

with Alanna Wright, PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC 

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Silent Auction with the Mississippi Nurses Foundation ......Lobby 


10:35 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Break 

10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.5 c/h) 

• Strategies for Successful Recruitment and Retention of Ethnic Minority 

Students into Schools of Nursing ......................................................D2 

with P. Renee Williams, PhD, RN, CCE 

• Patient Safety and How it Can Impact You: The Nurse ....................................D3 

with Madeline Coleman, JD, MS, RN, CPHQ 

12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Wednesday Luncheon (1.25 c/h) ....................... Hall C 

• Re-imagining the Role of Nurses in Population Health 

with Paul Kuehnert, DNP, RN, FAAN, Asst VP-Program, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 

Sponsored by: Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 


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1:50 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) 

• Academic & Clinical Partnerships: Benefits, Challenges, & Opportunities ....................D2 

with Jenna Barton, PhD, RN, PCCN-K & Laura Shank, MSN, RN, CEN 

• Supporting Clinical Reasoning through a Mock Code Simulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D3 

with Jill White, PhD, RN & Mary McNair, PhD, RN 

• The Exploration of Patient-Centered Care: Igniting a Path to Improving Health Outcomes ......D4 

with Addie Herrod, DNP 

2:50 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Break 


• MNF Nurse Leadership Institute (NLI) - Accepting the Leadership Challenge. ............... D2 

with Tangela Hales, PhD, RN & Vicki Rhymes, MSN, RN, CNOR 

• Scaffolding and Sequencing Core Concepts to Develop a 

Simulation-Integrated Nursing Curriculum .............................................D3 

with Alaina Herrington, MSN, RN, CHSE, CNOR 

• Supporting Nurse’s Delivery of Communication During End of Life Care ...................D4 

with Sondra Lee, DNP, FNP-C 

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Concurrent Session (2.0 c/h) 

• Bio-Safety for Healthcare Providers ...................................................D9 

with Carl Mangum, PhD, PMHNP-BC; Paula Vital, BSN, RN; & Heath Williams, NRP, CEDP, 

UMMC Emergency Response Manager 


• Utilizing a Concept-Based Curriculum and Problem-Based Learning Strategies to Educate in 

an Evidence-Based World ..........................................................D2 

with Neeli C. Kirkendall, MSN, RN, FNP-C 

• A Call for Advocacy: The Opioid Epidemic .............................................D3 

with Amanda Criswell, MSN, RN-BC, CEN, NEA-BC 


5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Alumni Reception. ............................ The Redding House 

University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing Alumni 

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Thursday, October 19, 2017: 


7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Registration . ........... MS Coast Coliseum & Convention Center 

Lobby 

7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Powerful Exhibitors Expo. .....................................E3 

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. District Presidents’ Breakfast ..................................L3 

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Silent Auction with The Mississippi Nurses Foundation ...... Lobby 


• Clinical Nurse Leadership ..........................................................D2 

with Ashley Krebs, PhD, RN 

• Diabetes Exercise Protocol Based on Comorbidities in Primary Care .......................D3 

with Geraldine Young, DNP, FNP-BC, CDE 

• Primary Palliative Care for RNs & APRNs: It’s Not Just for the Specialists .....................D4 

with Ellen P. Moore, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-BC; Susan L. Montgomery, DNP, FNP-BC; & 

Betty H. Lang, DNP, FNP-BC 

9:05 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. RN/APRN Plenary (1.0 c/h) .............................D5-8 

• Session TBA 

10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Concurrent Session (1.0 c/h) 

• Expanding Credentials & Benefits of DNP ..............................................D2 

with Teresa A. Jones, BSN, RN, CNOR & Robin Christian, DNP, FNP-C 

Sponsored by: MS Baccalaureate & Higher Degree Nursing Council 


10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Abstract Poster Session (1.0 c/h) ...................Niche Lobby 

(closed from 11:20am – 11:30am) 

12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Sigma Theta Tau Luncheon (1.0 c/h) ...................... L5-6 

• Power of Nursing Excellence - Magnet Designation 

with Tina Magers, PhD, MSN, RN-BC 

Sponsored by: University of Southern Mississippi Gamma Lambda Chapter 

12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Thursday Luncheon (1.0 c/h) ...........................Hall C 

• Nurses Leading the Changing Paradigms in Healthcare 

with Curnis Upkins, SPHR, SHRM-SP, Vice President, Human Resources & 

Workforce Services, Mississippi Hospital Association 

Sponsored by: North Sunflower Medical Center 

1:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Powerful Exhibitors Expo ..................................E3 

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1:15 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. RN Plenary (1.5 c/h) ....................................D5-8 

• Dedicated to RN’s: MS Board of Nursing Panel Discussion 

with Phyllis Johnson, MSN, FNP-BC, Executive Director MS BON; Brett Thompson, Esq., 

Deputy Director; & Shan Montgomery, MBA, Director of Finance & Operations 


• Cyber Liability: Resources & Risks ....................................................D2 

with Anne Everett, MSN, RN & Tabatha Peninger, BSN, RN 

• HIV Medications & Barriers to Adherence (incl. 1.0 Pharm Credit) .........................D3 

with Billy Brown, RPh & Mauda Mounger, MPH 

1:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Workshop (1.75 c/h) 

• How Kinesio Taping Can Help Your Patients ............................................D4 

with Mallory Harris, PTA, CLT-LANA, CKTP 

2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Powerful Exhibitors Expo .................................E3 


• Session with Nursing Students (MASN)-Power of Nursing Excellence-Magnet Designation ...D5-8 

with Tina Magers, PhD, MSN, RN-BC 

• Rapid Emergency Provider/Nursing Team Assessment in Critical Access Hospitals ...........D2 

with Marti Jordan, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, ATLS, ACLS, PALS, FCCS 

• What Every Primary Care Provider Should Know About Lymphadenopathy & 

Other Palpable Lesions in Children (incl. 0.25 Pharm Credit) ..............................D4 

with Bryant McCrary, MD 


• Heart: Normal & Abnormal Sounds ...................................................D3 

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• Implementation of Graduate Nurse Residency Program ..................................D2 

with Shana Cummings, MSN, RN 

• The Mississippi Perinatal Quality Collaborative: Advancing Evidence-Based Practices to 

Improve Obstetric Outcomes ........................................................D3 

with Charlene Collier, MD, MPH, MHS, FACOP; Denise Hancock, PhD, RN, LCCE; & 

Wengora Thompson, MPH 

• Geriatric Wellness Visits (incl. 0.5 Pharm Credit) ........................................D4 

with Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, Gerontologist, FAANP 

5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Bringing the 70s Back: PAC Party ......................... L1-2 

Hosted by: MNA Political Action Committee 

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Friday, October 20, 2017: 


6:45 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. APRN Breakfast & Update (0.75 c/h) ......................Hall C 

• The Professional Business of the Mississippi APRN 

with Donnie Scoggin, FNP, MS House of Rep Dist 89; Rebecca Cagle, PhD, FNP-BC, PMHNP- 

BC, RN, Director, Council on Advanced Practice; & Teresa Malone, MNA Executive Director 

Sponsored by: Neal & Associates 

7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. APRN Registration ...... MS Coast Coliseum & Convention Center 

Lobby 

7:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon Powerful Exhibitors Expo ............................ D10-12 

7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Break with Exhibitors ................................ D10-12 

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Joint Session for RNs, APRNs and Students (MASN) (1.0 c/h) ....D5-8 

• The Opioid Epidemic (incl. 1.0 Pharm Credit) 

with John Dowdy, Director, Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics 

Sponsored by: UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Mississippi 

9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Break with Exhibitors ................................ D10-12 


• Increasing Parental Self-Efficacy to Impact Child Health Behavior ..........................D2 

with Calvin French, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC 

• Postmenopausal Dyspareunia (incl. 0.5 Pharm Credit) ...................................D3 

with Michael McKay, MD 

• New Board of Nursing Regulations: QA/QI .............................................D4 

with K.C. Arnold, ANP, BC-ADM 


10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. APRN Plenary (1.5 c/h) ................................D5-8 

• Mississippi Board of Nursing Panel Discussion (incl 0.5 Pharm Credit) 

with Phyllis Johnson, MSN, FNP-BC, Executive Director, MS BON; Brett Thompson, Esq., 

Deputy Director; & Shan Montgomery, MBA, Director of Finance & Operations 

12:20 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Friday APRN Luncheon (1.5 c/h) ........................Hall C 

• Nursing and Professionalism: The Spectrum of Impact 

with Patricia Pearce, PhD, MPH, FNP-BC, FAANP, FNAP 

1:50 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Session (1.0 c/h) 

• Famous People with Diabetes: A Case Study Exploring the Use of 

New and Emerging Basal Insulins (incl 1.0 Pharm Credit) ................................D2 

with Virginia Valentine, APRN-CNS, BC-ADM, CDE, FAADE 

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• Nexplanon Implant ................................................................D9 

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• Current Guidelines for STD Treatment (incl. 1.0 Pharm Credit) ............................D2 

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• Never Relaxed: Identifying and Managing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder 

in Primary Care (incl 0.75 Pharm Credit) ..............................................D3 

with Shonda Phelon, DNP, FNP-BC 

• Choosing the Right Medications for Wounds (incl. 1.0 Pharm Credit). ....................... D4 

with Gayle Harrell, NP-C, CWCN 

4:05 p.m. – 6:05 p.m. Controlled Substance Workshop (2.0 c/h) 

• Excellence in Controlled Substance Prescribing (incl. 2.0 Pharm Credit) ....................D9 

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Saturday, October 21, 2017: 


7:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon APRN Registration ..... MS Coast Coliseum & Convention Center 

Lobby 

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) 

• Concrete Angels: Recognizing Child Abuse & Neglect ...................................D2 

with Carley Mahon, MSN 

• Medications in the Management of Psoriasis and 

Other Topical Therapies (incl. 1.0 Pharm Credit) ........................................D3 

with S. Jentry Fairchild, PharmD, BCPS, Clinical Pharmacist 

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Workshop (2.0 c/h) 

• Advanced Suturing (incl 0.75 Pharm Credit) ............................................D1 


9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Break 

9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) 

• It is Common: Dermatoses (incl. 0.75 Pharm Credit) .....................................D3 

with Ron Lubritz, MD, FAAD, FACP, Clinical Professor 

• Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (incl. 0.75 Pharm Credit) ...................................D4 

with Mary Thorton, BSN, FNP 

9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Concurrent Session (2.0 c/h) 

• Non-Opiate Pain Management (incl 2.0 Pharm Credits) ..................................D2 

with Alice Messer, DNP, RN, FNP-BC 


10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Workshop (2.0 c/h) 

• EKG Workshop (incl. 0.5 Pharm Credit) ...............................................D9 

with Teresa Stanford, DNP, FNP 

10:20 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. Concurrent Session (1.0 c/h) 

• Anti-Depressants: What is the Difference? (incl. 1.0 Pharm Credit) .........................D3 

with Roderick Green, PMHNP 

11:20 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Saturday APRN Luncheon (1.25 c/h) .....................Hall C 

• 5 Things All APRNs Need to Know (incl. 0.25 Pharm Credit) 

with Carolyn Buppert, MSN, JD 

12:50 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) 

• Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (incl 0.5 Pharm Credit) ...........................D2 

with Tyrongilia Walton, DNP 

• Medications and Memory Deficits: What Helps? What Hurts? (incl. 0.75 Pharm Credit) ........D3 

with Cynthia Luther, PhD, AGNP, FNP 

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12:50 p.m. - 2:50 p.m. Workshop (2.0 c/h) 

• Radiology Workshop ...............................................................D4 


12:50 p.m. - 2:50 p.m. Special Nexplanon Implant Training (No CE) 

• Nexplanon Implants ................................................................D9 

with Jan Lemons, FNP 

1:50 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Break 


• Are You Prescribing Responsibly (incl. 1.0 Pharm Credit) .................................D2 

with Janet McMillan, DSN, RN, PMHNP 

• Current Trends & Best Practices for Treating Addiction (incl. 1.0 Pharm Credit) ..............D3 

with Isaac L. Boose, M.Ed., LPC-S, LMFT, ICAADC 

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Concurrent Session (2.0 c/h) 

• Endocrine Guidelines for Type 2 Diabetes (incl. 2.0 Pharm Credits) ........................D4 

with Adrienne Brewer, DNP, FNP-BC, CDE 


• The Role of the HPA Axis in the Microbiome and Autoimmunity (incl 0.25 Pharm Credit) .......D2 

with Kelly Englemann, FNP-BC, FAARFM, ABAAHP 

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Convention Speakers 

Wednesday, October 18 

LUNCHEON SPEAKER 

Re-Imagining the Role of Nurses in 

Population Health 

Paul Kuehnert, DNP, RN, FAAN 

Paul Kuehnert, 

DNP, RN, FAAN 

Dr. Paul Kuehnert serves as Assistant Vice President - Program, for the 

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) where he provides leadership 

and management direction for the Foundation’s work related to leadership 

and transforming health and health care systems. 

As an executive leader for more than 25 years, Dr. Kuehnert has led 

both governmental and community-based organizations in order to help 

people lead healthier lives. In the late 1980s he was a founder and later 

CEO of Community Response, Inc., one of the Chicago-area’s largest 

housing, nutrition, and social service providers for people living with 

HIV/AIDS. He moved to Maine in 1999 and served in the state health 

department, leading the development of a regional public health system, 

and becoming deputy director of the department in 2005. From 2006 

until 2012 when he joined RWJF, Dr. Kuehnert was the county health 

officer and executive director for health in Kane County, Illinois, a 

metro-Chicago county of 515,000, where he worked with leaders from 

the private and public sectors to create the first county-level master plan 

in Illinois that integrated health, land use, and transportation. 

Dr. Kuehnert is a pediatric nurse practitioner and holds the Doctor 

of Nursing Practice in executive leadership as well as the Master of 

Science in public health nursing degrees from the University of Illinois at 

Chicago. He was named a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Executive 

Nurse Fellow in 2004 and inducted into the American Academy of 

Nursing in 2015. 

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 & 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20 

BOARD OF NURSING UPDATES 

Phyllis Johnson, MSN, FNP-BC 

Executive Director, MS Board of Nursing 

Phyllis Johnson, 

MSN, FNP-BC 

Phyllis Johnson is the Executive Director of the Mississippi Board of 

Nursing. She attended Mississippi University for Women where she 

received both her BSN and MSN. Prior to joining the Board of Nursing, 

she was employed as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the Department of 

Veterans Affairs Sonny Montgomery Medical Center (VA) in Jackson, 

serving in numerous administrative and clinical roles. In addition to her 

nursing degrees, she obtained a Master of Science degree in Biology 

with emphasis in Genetics and Molecular Biology. Ms. Johnson recently 

retired from the US Navy Reserves at the rank of Commander. She 

served as the Senior Medical Provider for the Navy Operations Support 

Center and was responsible for the medical readiness of approximately 

200 members. 

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 

SIGMA THETA TAU LUNCHEON 

SPEAKER 

Power of Nursing Excellence - Magnet Designation 

Tina Magers, PhD, MSN, RN-BC 

Tina Magers, 

PhD, MSN, RN-BC 

Dr. Tina Magers has over 35 years of experience as an RN in roles ranging 

from a critical care nurse to nursing instructor. Dr. Magers received her 

bachelor’s degree from Mississippi College. She completed her MSN 

from University Medical Center in 1992 and was nursing faculty at 

Mississippi College from 1992-2002. The last fifteen years Dr. Magers has 

worked in nursing professional development in various roles at MS Baptist 

Medical Center in Jackson. She is board certified in nursing professional 

development, holds a Ph.D. in Nursing Education and Administration 

from William Carey University, and completed a graduate certificate in 

evidence-based practice from Arizona State University. She enjoys her 

roles at Baptist as the Nursing Excellence and Research Coordinator and 

delights in opportunities to mentor others in evidence-based practice. 

Dr. Magers received the 2017 Nurse of the Year award at Baptist and she 

leads the journey to excellence at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center - 

Mississippi’s first Magnet® designated hospital. 

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 

LUNCHEON SPEAKER 

Nurses Leading the Changing Paradigms 

in Healthcare 

Curnis Upkins, SPHR, SHRM-SP 

Vice President of Human Resources and Workforce Services, 

Mississippi Hospital Association 

Curnis Upkins, 

SPHR, SHRM-SP 

Curnis Upkins is the Vice President of Human Resources and Workforce 

Services for the Mississippi Hospital Association. Mr. Upkins’ leadership 

experience in the hospital, non-profit, and state agency settings includes 

serving as Vice President of the Health Careers Center & Director 

of Unemployment Insurance Program with the Mississippi Hospital 

Association; Director of Human Resources for St. Dominic – Jackson 

Memorial Hospital; and Unemployment Insurance Administrative Law 

Judge with the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. He has 

more than 30 years of experience in Human Resources and more than 

22 years of experience in leadership training and conflict resolution. 

He is a 1979 graduate of Jackson State University. His leadership 

education includes completing Mississippi Economic Council’s 

Leadership Mississippi Program, Mississippi State Personnel Board’s 

Leadership and Supervisory Training Program, Mississippi Judiciary 

College Administrative Law Program, and University of Southern 

Mississippi’s Training and Development Certificate Program. He has 

conducted staff development leadership training programs for hospitals 

and other healthcare providers, educational institutions, community 

service organizations, and for the Mississippi National Guard. Curnis 

has attained the distinction of Senior Professional in Human Resources 

(SPHR) certification from the Human Resources Certification Institute 

(HRCI) and the Society for Human Resources Management’s Senior 

Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification. 

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APRN LUNCHEON SPEAKER 

Nursing and Professionalism: 

The Spectrum of Impact 

Patricia Pearse, PhD, MPH, FNP-BC, FAANP, FNAP 

Patricia Pearse, 

PhD, FNP-BC, 

FAANP, FNAP 

Patricia F. Pearce, MPH, PhD, FNP-BC, FAAANP, FNAP. Dr. Pearce has 

had a lengthy and positive career in nursing. Her clinical background 

is extensive, and research interests are in qualitative, quantitative, 

and mixed method research, and in working with evidence-based 

practice. Dr. Pearce also has interest and experience in information 

management, and heightening usability for effective and efficient 

practice, education, research, and health policy. She has precepted, 

taught and mentored staff nurses, nurse practitioners, and BSN, MSN, 

DNP, and PhD students, completed numerous presentations at local 

through international venues, and has published extensively. She has 

served on and led too-many to-count committees within the university, 

as well as in state and national nursing organizations. Her educational 

background includes degrees from Loyola University New Orleans 

(History; Nursing), Master in Public Health from Tulane University 

School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine, Masters in Nursing from 

Mississippi University for Women, and PhD in Nursing, with minor 

in Information Science from University of North Carolina at Chapel 

Hill. She teaches Master’s and DNP students, has served as the DNP 

Coordinator, Director of the School of Nursing, and is currently the 

Interim Dean of the College of Graduate and Professional Studies at 

Loyola University New Orleans. 

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JOINT SESSION : 

RNs, APRNs and Students 

The Opioid Epidemic 

John Dowdy, Director, MS Bureau of Narcotics 

John Dowdy, 

Director, MS Bureau 

of Narcotics 

John Dowdy is recognized throughout Mississippi and the country for 

his work in law enforcement and his dedication to keeping our country 

safe. Mr. Dowdy is the Director of the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics 

and has a wealth of experience and knowledge in combating the opioid 

epidemic. Prior to being appointed by Governor Phil Bryant, he worked 

in the United States Attorney’s General Office for nearly 28 years serving 

in the positions of Assistant U.S. Attorney General, Criminal Chief, and 

United States Attorney. Known for his dedication and professionalism, 

he has received numerous achievement awards for his work, including 

a certificate of appreciation for his work after the terrorist attacks of 

September 2011. Mr. Dowdy received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business 

Administration and his law degree from Mississippi College. 

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 

APRN LUNCHEON SPEAKER 

5 Things All APRNs Need to Know 

Carolyn Buppert, MSN, JD 

Carolyn Buppert, 

MSN, JD 

Carolyn Buppert is an attorney who focuses on the legal issues affecting 

nurses, advanced practice clinicians and their employers. Her clients 

include medical centers, practices and practitioners, state associations, 

insurers, universities, and a national certification organization. She is the 

author of “The Nurse Practitioner’s Business Practice and Legal Guide” 

and 7 other books on legal issues. She has a YouTube channel in which 

she dispenses legal advice, in small doses, for nurse practitioners. She 

practiced as a nurse practitioner for 16 years before focusing exclusively 

on legal matters. 

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RESEARCH 

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT 

EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE 

Don’t Miss This Opportunity!! 

Abstract Poster Session: Thursday, October 19 

A traditional poster session designed to provide you an opportunity to explore innovative strategies 

and research that are enhancing clinical, patient, and educational outcomes through evidence-based 

nursing practice. Authors will be available to discuss their projects with you! 

Council on Nursing Research 

Director: 

Lorraine Gaddis, PhD, RN, FNP-BC 

Members: 

Vicki Bingham, PhD, RN, CPE 

Bonnie Harbaugh, PhD, RN 

Addie Herrod, DNP, RN, FNP-BC 

John Hodnett, Jr., DNP, M.Ed, RN, LPC 

Alena Lester, DNP, APRN, FNP-C 

Deborah Mauffray, RN, CWOCN 

Beverly Oliver, MSN, RN, FNP-BC 

Donna Pritchard, MSN, RN, CFNP 

Jennifer Robinson, PhD, RN 

Mary Stewart, PhD, RN 

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Mississippi Nurses’ Association 

House of Delegates 

October 18, 2017 

Call to Order: ............................Debra Allen, MSN, RN, MNA President 

Pledge of Allegiance 

Invocation 

Appointment of Tellers 

Establishment of a Quorum 

Adoption of Standing Rules of Order 

Adoption of Agenda 

Approval of Minutes from 2016: . ............. Sandi Arnold, MSN, RN, MNA Secretary 

Report from Nominating Committee: ............... Michelle Burns, MSN, RN, Chair 

Receipt of Nominations from the Floor 

Candidate’s Remarks 

President’s Report: ......................... Debra Allen, MSN, RN, MNA President 

Treasurer’s Report: ............................. Ann Barnes, BSN, RN, Treasurer 

Membership Report: ........................Tonya Moore, PhD, RN, Vice President 

Report from Mississippi Nurses Foundation:. Ka Russum, MPH, BSN, RN, MNF President 

& Rosalyn Howard, MNF Executive Director 

Report from MASN: ............................. Matthew Allred, MASN President 

Introduction of Resolutions: .............................Amber Arnold, DNP, RN, 

Director Council on Organizational Affairs 

Executive Director’s Report & Legislative Update: .. Teresa Malone, Executive Director 

Old Business: 

New Business: 

Presentation of New Officers 

Closing Announcements 

*Breaks and lunch will be inserted into the Agenda by the Chair 

Note: Nursing Organization Reports available online at www.msnurses.org: 

Mississippi Board of Nursing; Mississippi Organization of Nurse Executives; Mississippi State 

Department of Health; Deans & Directors’ Council, Mississippi Schools of Nursing; Mississippi Institutions 

of Higher Learning; The Mississippi Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Nursing Council 

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MNA Convention Policies and Procedures 

POLITICKING: 

Convention Center walls may NOT be used for campaign materials. Candidates are responsible for 

securing their own materials (including easels) and removing signs. 

Session Credits & Evaluations 

ON-LINE ONLY: To receive contact hours for a session, each attendee must: 1) attend the entire session, 

and 2) complete the evaluation on-line – available on Monday, October 30th. Once a session evaluation 

has been successfully completed, you will be able to print your certificate for that session – available 24 

hours after completing the evaluation. New Certification Process: Beginning Monday, October 30th you 

may log in and view all sessions that were available for the days you attended. Please complete surveys 

only for the sessions attended. Please complete all surveys by Friday, December 1st. After December 

1st surveys will be closed; however, certificates for the surveys you completed will remain available. 

MNA MOBILE APP 

MNA’s Mobile App includes session information and updates, speaker information and photos, speaker 

presentations, networking opportunities, and much more. Search MS Nurses Association in the ‘App 

Store’ or ‘Play Store’ and download the app. 

PRESENTATION HANDOUTS: 

In keeping with MNA’s green policy, all available handouts will be posted to the MNA Mobile App. 

WI-FI ZONE: 

Registered attendees will have access to standard free Wi-Fi within the MNA Convention designated 

areas of the Convention Center. 

NAME BADGES: 

Registered attendees MUST wear their official Convention name badges at all times to access Convention 

events. 

FIREARMS/WEAPONS: 

Firearms are prohibited on the premises of the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center and 

the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino. 

FORCE MAJEURE: 

In the event MNA should find it necessary to cancel or postpone the 2017 MNA Annual Convention for any 

reason, including but not limited to, acts of nature or terrorism, low registration or other circumstances 

beyond MNA’s control, MNA’s liability shall be limited to the refund of registration fees paid to MNA. 

CONFERENCE ATTIRE: 

Attire at the MNA Convention is business casual. The Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention 

Center strives to keep meeting rooms at a comfortable temperature, but layered clothing is strongly 

suggested and comfortable shoes are highly recommended. 

CHILDREN: 

Children (including infants) under the age of 16 are not allowed in Convention sessions or the Exhibit 

Hall due to safety concerns, audio recording, and maintaining an appropriate learning environment. 

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PHOTOGRAPHS/VIDEO: 

MNA will take photographs and video during the Convention and reproduce them in educational, news, 

or promotional material—whether in print, electronic, or other media—including the MNA Web site. By 

registering, presenting, volunteering, or participating in the MNA Convention, you grant MNA the right 

to use your name, photograph, and biography for such purposes. 

House of Delegates Rules & Procedures 

1. Only delegates shall be seated in the section reserved for the House of Delegates. All delegates 

must wear their official name badge to all sessions of the House. 

2. Delegate substitutions by an alternate must be authorized by the appropriate District President prior 

to the participation of the alternate. 

3. All questions concerning those entitled to vote shall be referred to the Credentials Committee. Final 

seating of contested delegates shall present his/her voting ticket to election officials before being 

issued an official ballot. 

4. A one minute speech may be allowed for each nomination from the floor of the House. 

5. Any resolution presented by a delegate to the House of Delegates not approved by an appropriate 

MNA structural unit or the Committee on Resolutions must receive a majority vote by the House to 

reach the floor and a three-fourths vote to be adopted. 

6. Emergency resolutions may be submitted to the MNA Committee on Resolutions at Convention by 

4:30 p.m. on October 17, 2017. Resolutions should be given to a MNA staff member at registration. 

These must be signed by an official representative of the group submitting the resolution. If the 

Committee is in doubt about the emergency nature or advisability of the resolution submitted in the 

prescribed manner, the resolution is referred to the MNA President, who may refer it to the Board of 

Directors for a final decision. 

7. The delegates shall act initially on the resolves and then on the enabling clauses of any resolution 

being presented to the House. 

8. To obtain the floor, a delegate shall approach a floor microphone and address the chair, “Madam 

President.” Upon recognition by the chair, the delegate shall give name and district, and may speak. 

9. All main motions and amendments shall be in writing on the official motion form, signed by the 

maker and the seconder, and shall be sent directly to the Monitor for immediate processing and 

forwarding to the Chair as soon as the speaker is recognized. 

10. No delegate shall speak more than twice to the same questions on the same day. The second 

opportunity may be granted only after every other delegate desiring the floor has spoken. 

11. Debate shall be limited to three minutes per person. Extension of time may be granted by a majority 

vote of the House. 

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12. Any member of MNA who is not a delegate may be granted the privilege of the floor, but shall speak 

only once to a question and only after all delegates wishing to speak have had the opportunity to 

speak. When giving name and district, such member shall indicate that he or she is not a delegate. 

13. Business interrupted by an adjournment of the meeting of the House of Delegates shall be resumed 

at the next meeting of the House of Delegates at the point where it was interrupted. 

14. To minimize disruption of the work of the House of Delegates and all related meetings, all electronic 

devices shall be set to vibrate. 

15. These Convention Rules shall be amended or suspended by a two-thirds vote of the House. 

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Responsibilities of the MNA Board of Directors 

President .............................................. Debra Allen, MSN, RN 

The President elected in odd-number years, serves the Association for a two-year term. 

• Presides at Board of Directors’ meeting and the MNA House of Delegates 

• Represents the Association in all official matters 

• Serves as a representative to the American Nurses’ Association Membership Assembly 

• Appoints committees and the members of same with the approval of the Board of Directors 

• Keeps the Board of Directors informed on matters of importance to the association 

• Prepares an annual report of activities of the preceding year 

• Reports activities of the Board of Directors to the Membership 

Vice President ...........................................Tonya Moore, PhD, RN 

The Vice-President, elected in even-numbered years, serves for a two-year term. The Vice President 

is responsible for activities related to membership which includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, 

retention, and member services. Additionally, the Vice President presides in the absence of the President. 

Secretary ...............................................Sandi Arnold, MSN, RN 

The Secretary, elected in even-numbered years, serves a term of office for two years. 

• Responsible for record keeping and reporting of meetings to MNA. 

• Embosses signature as required on documents to meet official requirements. 

• Performs other duties as is usual and customary to the office. 

Treasurer ............................................... Ann Barnes, BSN, RN 

The treasurer, elected in odd-numbered years, serves a term of office for two years. The treasurer 

works with the Finance Committee and the Executive Director in running the financial affairs of the 

Association. 

Director, Council on Advanced Practice .......Rebecca Cagle, PhD, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC 

The Director shall be concerned with issues related to the advanced practice nurse, i.e. nurse practitioners 

and certified mid-wives. This Council also assists in planning the Nurse Practitioner Spring Conference 

and the fall workshop in October. 

Director, Council on Health Affairs . ................. Alice Messer, DNP, RN, FNP-BC 

The Council on Health Affairs is responsible for assisting with activities relating to: the relevant, scientific 

and educational development and changes in health needs and practices and delivery systems; state and 

national affairs, legislation, and policies; and liaison with other health organizations for the advancement 

of health care. 

Director, Council on Nursing Education ............. Deloris Slade, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, 

This Council is specifically responsible for recommending continuing education policy and revisions 

to the Board of Directors. The Director is responsible for meeting with the Provider Unit, a standing 

committee under the Council on Nursing Education. The Director should be familiar with the MNA Self 

Study where the Continuing Education process is clearly defined. 

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Director, Council on Nursing Practice ...Shonda Phelon, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC 

The Director shall be concerned with advancing the practice of nursing which relate to the scope of 

standards of nursing practice; the ethical and legal aspects of nursing practice; the practice of individual 

nurses; and the trends for improvement of health care with nursing practice implications. 

Director, Council on Nursing Research ............Lorraine Gaddis, PhD, RN, FNP-BC 

This Council is concerned with advancing the profession of nursing through MNA sponsored activities 

which relate to the improvement of health care; social, scientific, and educational changes in health 

needs; protection of human subjects through established standards, and methods in research; research 

promotions; and the development of theory and dissemination of findings. 

Director, Council on Organizational Affairs . .................Amber Arnold, DNP, RN 

This Council on Organizational Affairs is responsible for assisting with activities which relate to the 

growth and maintenance of the organization including the Annual Convention. The Council is composed 

of the committees on Bylaws, Convention Planning, and Awards. 

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Candidates for MNA Board of Directors 

The House of Delegates for the 106th Mississippi Nurses’ Association Convention will elect two Board 

officers, two Council Directors, and three members of the Committee on Nominations during the oneday 

session, Wednesday, October 18, 2017. The delegates will elect the President, Treasurer, and 

Directors for the Councils on Education and Organizational Affairs. Seven candidates have declared for 

the MNA Board of Directors. Nominations may also be made from the floor. 

President 

Debra “Debbie” Allen MSN, RN . ............................................ (District 21) 

Treasurer 

Sandra “Sandi” Arnold, MSN, RN ............................................ (District 07) 

Carl Mangum, PhD, PMHNP. ................................................ (District 13) 

Director, Council on Nursing Education 

Amber Arnold, DNP, RN. ................................................... (District 13) 

Tomekia Luckett, PhD, RN .................................................. (District 07) 

Director, Council on Organizational Affairs 

Lisa Deloris Slade, MSN, FNP-BC. ............................................ (District 07) 

Committee on Nominations 

No candidates 

The Board positions shall each serve a term of office for two years. He/she will assume the duties of the 

position at the close of the annual meeting. 

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POSITION OF PRESIDENT 

Candidates who have qualified for this position: 

Debra “Debbie” Allen, MSN, RN 

Biographical Profile: Debra (Debbie) Allen is a graduate of the University of Mississippi and Delta 

State University. Debbie has been a faculty member at the Robert E. Smith 

School of Nursing at Delta State University (DSU) for 22 years where she has 

been active on DSU’s faculty senate, Student Success Task Force, First Year 

Seminar and various other committees. She also serves as DSU’s Student 

Nurses Faculty Advisor. Prior to DSU, Debbie was Director of Nursing at King’s 

Daughters Hospital and worked at Delta Regional Medical Center as Nursing 

Administrative Supervisor. Debbie is also a faculty member at Hurst Review 

Services, Inc. Debbie is the current President of MNA and has served as MNA 

Vice-President, past President of her District and chair of MNA nominations 

committee as well as various other MNA and MNF committees throughout her 

career. She is a past Board member on the Mississippi Board of Nursing and 

a past Mississippi Association of Student Nurses Advisor. In addition, she is 

President of Sigma Theta Tau International, Pi Xi Chapter. Debbie was awarded 

the Nightingale Nursing Faculty of the Year, H.E.A.D.W.A.E. Faculty of the Year 

for DSU and DSU’s Kossmans’ Teacher of the Year. She has been a speaker at 

various events and ceremonies. 

Statement of Intent: 

As a member of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) for 27 years, I have 

served as President, Vice-President, Chair of the MNA Nominations Committee, 

member of the Health Affairs Committee, District 21 President, and as a delegate 

for MNA and ANA. I have had the honor of serving on several committees for 

the Mississippi Nurses’ Foundation (MNF) including the Nightingale and Car 

Tag Stipend Scholarship Committees. I have also served as the MNA/MASN 

Faculty Advisor. My past and current involvement allows me to guide this 

organization and understand the importance of membership, policy, positions 

and programs as we continue development of our vital organization. If reelected 

President, I will strive to improve communication between members, 

the Board, the districts, and our nursing students throughout the state in an 

effort to be the voice for Mississippi Nurses and to bring in new members. 

The MNA President must continue to preserve a sound and accurate course 

for our future, by providing the members and the Board of Directors the 

necessary information to review, plan and act upon critical issues/requests. I, if 

re-elected as President, will strive to maintain our visibility across the state for 

this organization to sustain and achieve goals that will help guide MNA’s future 

initiatives for the nurses and patients of Mississippi. 

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POSITION OF TREASURER 


Sandra “Sandi” Arnold, MSN, RN 

Biographical Profile: Sandra (Sandi) Arnold is a registered nurse from Petal, MS. She is employed 

at Hattiesburg Clinic as the Director of Clinical Education and currently 

serves as Secretary on the MNA Board of Directors since 2015. Previously 

Sandi served as MNA Director of the Council on Nursing Practice from 2011 

through 2015. 

During her nursing career of 33 years, Sandi has been employed at Rush 

Hospital in Meridian, MS; St. David’s Community Hospital in Austin, Texas; 

and at Hattiesburg Clinic in Hattiesburg, MS. She has served as a staff nurse, 

nurse manager, satellite director, and in her current position as director 

of clinical education. She started her nursing career with an AON from 

Meridian Community College and then received a BSN and later an MSN in 

education from William Carey University. 

Sandi’s professional affiliations include MNA, Sigma Theta Tau - Upsilon 

Theta Chapter, National League for Nursing, Medical Group Management 

Association, the Nurse Advisory Council for William Carey University 

and Pearl River Community College and the National Association of Drug 

Diversion Investigators (NADDI). In addition, she serves as vice president of 

a local Breast Cancer Awareness Team (BCAT). 


Serving as an officer on the MNA Board of Directors has become an 

important part of my nursing career, and through MNA, I have been granted 

the opportunity to serve the nurses of our state. I feel I have a thorough 

understanding of how each position on the MNA Board plays an integral 

role in the successful accomplishments of our organization. It is my desire to 

continue to serve by asking for your support as I run for Treasurer. 

As Treasurer of MNA, I pledge to work closely with the Board members and 

Executive Director to ensure that MNA continues to advance in a positive 

financial position with sound fiscal policies and programs to benefit the 

membership of MNA and advance MNA’s mission. I have served on the MNA 

Committee for Finance for the past four years and have gained a comprehensive 

understanding of the financial challenges of MNA as a non-profit and the 

significance of monitoring the fiscal practices of our organization. Working in 

leadership roles throughout my nursing career has allowed me to gain valuable 

experience with budget preparations and I feel these experiences, combined 

with my experience in serving on the Finance Committee, have prepared me 

to serve effectively as the Treasurer of MNA. 

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If elected, I will serve MNA in a positive professional manner, and I will render 

my best services to accomplish the tasks assigned to me. Thank you for your 

support and involvement in MNA, for you are truly the voice of MNA, and 

together we can make a difference. I hope you will consider giving me the 

privilege to serve as Treasurer for MNA. If you have any questions before the 

election, please feel free to contact me. 

Carl Mangum, PhD, PMHNP 

Biographical Profile: Dr. Carl Mangum is running for Treasurer of MNA. He served as Vice-President 

of MNA from 2007 to 2011. He has also served on the Epilepsy Foundation 

of Mississippi, Professional Advisory Board and the Board of Directors. Dr. 

Mangum taught nursing for 17 years at UMMC and worked at Mississippi State 

Hospital before that. He has three daughters-in-law that are Registered Nurses, 

two here in Mississippi. He has many reasons to see nurses in this state and 

this association succeed. The financial stability is paramount for a successful 

association. Dr. Mangum will do what it takes to keep the association on solid 

footing financially. 


I am Carl Mangum and I am running for Treasurer of MNA. I have many reasons 

to see nurses in this state and this association succeed. My three daughtersin-law 

are Registered Nurses, two here in Mississippi. The financial stability 

is paramount for a successful association. I will do what it takes to keep the 

association on solid footing financially. 

Goal 1: Review all financial documents in a timely manner. 

Goal 2: Assist the Board of Directors in making sound financial decisions. 

Goal 3: Support the nurses in Mississippi no matter their level of service for 

promoting healthy living and disease treatment. 

I bring many years of experience to nursing here in Mississippi. I have served 

in several different levels at the state and national levels. I have worked as a staff 

nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, and nurse practitioner and I understand the 

issues facing us. I will work with us to try to solve issues and move us forward. 

I would be proud to serve as your Treasurer. 

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POSITION OF DIRECTOR, COUNCIL ON NURSING EDUCATION 


Amber Arnold, DNP, RN 

Biographical Profile: Dr. Amber Arnold is a registered nurse with clinical expertise in pediatrics 

and critical care and currently works for the Chief Medical Officer of University 

of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC). After 10 years in the Blair E. Batson 

Hospital for Children with varying roles from staff nurse to Clinical Director, she 

followed her passion for improving patient care on a system-wide level. After 

training at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement’s Patient Safety Executive 

Development Program, she assumed the role of Patient Safety Officer for 6 years 

to facilitate change in unsafe behaviors affecting the culture of safety. Since 

then, Dr. Arnold has worked in a part-time role focusing on clinical projects for 

the Chief Medical Officer. 

Through her experience and education, Dr. Arnold has developed strengths 

in team and relationship building. She has had the opportunity to participate 

in a variety of training courses related to patient safety science and team 

training allowing for a broad resource base. Dr. Arnold continues to build 

a strong contact network through memberships in the Mississippi Nurses’ 

Association, UMMC School of Nursing Alumni Board, and University of 

Mississippi Medical Center Alliance. 

Dr. Arnold obtained a Master of Science in Nursing from UMMC in 2009 and 

graduated from the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program in 2013. She is a 

certified critical care nurse alumnus and a TeamSTEPPS ® Master Trainer. 


I have served as the Director for the Council on Organizational Affairs for the 

past four years, working closely with the Council on Education to ensure that 

each annual convention is a success. I also previously served on the Nightingale 

Committee for a number of years working to support MNA and MNF with the 

Nightingale Gala co-hosted by these organizations. If elected as Director of 

the Council on Education, it is my goal to continue to expand MNA’s continuing 

education offerings ensuring that the needs of registered nurses and advanced 

practice nurses are met. I pledge to use my team and relationship building 

skills to build collaborative relationships with premiere presenters throughout 

Mississippi and the nation. 

I understand the importance of staying abreast of evidence-based practice, 

contemporary nursing topics, and technological advancements to ensure that 

each and every continuing education session and event meets the expectations 

of the attendees. MNA has achieved recognition for its continuing education 

offerings and has an impeccable reputation with ANCC. I pledge to devote 

the time and energy to continue the innovativeness for which MNA is known. I 

would be honored to serve as your Director of the Council on Nursing Education 

and respectfully ask for your support. 

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Tomekia Luckett, PhD, RN 

Biographical Profile: Dr. Tomekia Luckett, an assistant professor of nursing at William Carey 

University, has been an active member of MNA for greater than 5 years. As 

an active member, she has served MNA in a number of capacities to include: 

member at large, district seven executive board member, and council member 

on the nursing research committee. Further, Dr. Luckett strives to embrace 

in clinical practice and nursing education the MNA core values of advocacy, 

education, research, and partnership. 

Dr. Luckett has been a recipient of a number of awards, and recognition 

throughout her tenure in nursing and nursing education. Her illustrious nursing 

career has mixed clinical practice, education, and administration. Dr. Luckett’s 

breadth of knowledge in clinical practice and nursing education through 

teaching across all levels of nursing education provides a unique mixture of 

experience suited for the position of director of the council on nursing education. 


I would consider it an honor to serve as director, council on nursing education. 

As a nurse, and nurse educator, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience 

to the position that would be invaluable to MNA. I have taught in a variety of 

nursing education programs from licensed practical nursing through doctoral. 

These experiences have well-equipped me and provided me with an 

understanding of the social, scientific, and educational changes of today and 

tomorrow. Further, I have served MNA in a number of capacities to include: 

member at large, district seven executive board member, and council on 

nursing research. I would like to move to the next step of my service to MNA 

through the position, Director, Council on Nursing Education. 

My goal for MNA and nursing is for unity among nurses, and that we will 

all embrace the MNA core values of advocacy, education, research, and 

partnership. The voice for Mississippi nurses must be strong, and articulate in 

order to facilitate these core values across the state of Mississippi and country. 

I am committed to bringing nursing excellence to Mississippi nurses through 

the council on nursing education. Election to MNA, director, council on nursing 

education would provide me the opportunity to serve and support the interests 

of Mississippi nurses, and nurse educators through the promotion of nursing 

excellence. Sincerest thanks for considering my candidacy. 

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POSITION OF DIRECTOR, COUNCIL ON ORGANIZATIONAL AFFAIRS 


Lisa Deloris Slade, MSN, RN, FNP-BC 

Biographical Profile: I have served MNA in multiple capacities for more than 10 years. My initial 

participation was as a district member. I then served as Vice-President of 

District VII before joining the Provider Unit. As a member of the Provider Unit, 

I served as Chair and Co-Chair as the position warranted. I was appointed 

to the Board of Directors in 2012 to complete a term of a resigning member. 

In the time since I became the Director for Council on Education, MNA has 

increased its educational offerings to nurses around the state from two per 

year, to an average of two per month. I wish to continue to serve the nurses of 

MS in the capacity of Director, Council on Organizational Affairs. I plan to bring 

the same drive and initiative to my activity in this position as I have in my other 

opportunities to serve. 


If elected as Director, Council on Organizational Affairs, I intend to serve the 

nurses of MS as best I can. I will duly discharge the tasks I am elected to do, 

while looking for opportunities to increase the efficiency and quality of each 

meeting of which I am involved in organizing. As in my previous position on the 

Education Council, it is my intent to increase the visibility of MNA throughout 

the state, enabling nurses to easily be involved with the organization and have 

access to the support that MNA provides to the nurses of Mississippi. 

COMMITTEE ON NOMINATIONS (3 members) 

There were no nominations for these positions, nominations can be made from the floor. 

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Explore ~ Ignite ~ Excel 

Bringing the 70s Back: PAC Party 

From Motown to Disco, 

come enjoy the hits of the 70s 

Thursday, October 19th 

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 

Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center 

(Tickets: $50. 00 each - Guests Invited) 

This event is hosted by the MNA Political Action Committee. Guidelines 

require that any ticket purchases of $200 or greater be reported 

individually on the PAC report. 

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Let’s Start Asking . . . 

MISSISSIPPI NURSES FOUNDATION 

Extraordinary 

Silent 

Auction 

Wednesday, October 18 th – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Thursday, October 19 th – 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. 

Mississippi Nurses Association 2017 Annual Convention 

Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center - Lobby 

All proceeds raised support the mission of the Mississippi Nurses Foundation (MNF) and its 

dedication to promoting nursing and better health for citizens of Mississippi. For more 

information contact MNF at 601.898.0850 or visit www.msnursesfoundation.com. 

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2017 Annual Convention Sponsorships 

T-SHIRT SPONSOR 

PRE-CONVENTION WORKSHOP SPONSOR & 

WEDNESDAY LUNCHEON SPONSOR 

Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action, 


THURSDAY LUNCHEON SPONSOR 

FRIDAY APRN BREAKFAST SPONSOR 

Employee Benefits & 

Retirement Planning 

20 YEARS SERVING MISSISSIPPI! 

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JOINT SESSION SPONSOR 

WEDNESDAY EVENING RECEPTION SPONSOR 

OUR SPONSORS 

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OUR SPONSORS 

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Special Thanks to the 2017 

Convention Sponsors & Exhibitors 

AbbVie Pharmaceuticals 

Allegis Pharmaceuticals, LLC 

Alliance Health Center 

Amgen 

Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc. 

Assurex Health/GeneSight 

Belhaven University School of Nursing 

Brooks Evans, Artist 

Camellia Home Health & Hospice 

Candy Cain, Artist 

Cardionics 

Carson-Newman University 

Chamberlain College of Nursing 

Cleveland Heart Lab 

Delta State University, Robert E. Smith School of Nursing 

Department of Rehabilitation Services 

Education Center School, Student Artist 

Elements Behavioral Health 

Eliza Pillars Registered Nurses of Mississippi 

Executive MPH University of Southern Mississippi 

Forrest General Hospital 

Fresenius Kidney Care 

Gifted Healthcare 

HCA - Garden Park Medical Center 

Health Care Medical 

HIIM-SHRP-UMMC 

HMH Services 

Hurst Review Services, Inc. 

Kaplan Nursing 

Laerdal 

LCMC Health 

LHC Group 

Lilly 

Magnolia Health 

MECDNP 

Memorial Hospital at Gulfport 

Merit Health 

Merit Health - Jackson/Vicksburg 

Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia 

Mississippi AIDS Education and Training Center 

Mississippi Association of Student Nurses 

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Mississippi Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Nursing Council 

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services 

Mississippi Division of Medicaid/MedeAnalytics 

Mississippi Nurses Foundation 

Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency 

Mississippi Board of Nursing 

Mississippi State College 

Mississippi Tobacco Quitline 

Mississippi University for Women 

Mississippi Vein Institute 

MNA District 13 

Neal & Associates 

North Mississippi Medical Center 

North Sunflower Medical Center 

Ochsner Health Systems 

Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction 

Prime Care Nursing 

Psycamore, LLC 

Regenesis Biomedical 

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Future of Nursing: 

Campaign for Action, Public Health Nurse Leader Program 

Samford University 

Sanofi 

Singing River Health System 

South Mississippi Surgical Weight Loss Center 

Southern Healthcare Agency 

St. Dominic’s Hospital 

Stone County Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Inc 

The France Foundation 

The Gideons International Auxiliary of Mississippi 

The Unique Boutique 

The University of Southern Mississippi College of Nursing 

Troy University 

UMMC Center for Telehehealth/ 

South Central Telehealth Resource Center 

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Mississippi 

University of Alabama Capstone College of Nursing 

University of Mississippi Medical Center Nursing Alumni Association 

University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing 

University of South Alabama 

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Nursing 

Visit Natchez 

William Carey University Joseph & Nancy Fail School Of Nursing 

Wolters Kluwer 

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Application for Nurses Association Membership 

31 Woodgreen Place – Madison, MS 39110 – (601) 898.0670 – Fax: (601) 898.0190 

e-mail: mna@msnurses.org – join online at www.msnurses.org 

(Please Print) Check one: ________ New Application ________ Renewal/Reinstatement ________ Change of Payment Method 

Please tell us who recruited you to join MNA: ___________________________________________________________ 

First Name/Middle Name/Last Name 

Birth Date 

Street Address/ P O Box 

County (This will determine your MNA District) 

City, State, Zip 

Home Phone ( ) Work Phone ( ) Work e-mail address 

Home e-mail address – email address required to receive Members Only Newsletter 

Home Fax ( ) Work Fax ( ) Basic School of Nursing 

Employer Name 

Graduation (Basic School of Nursing): Month, Year 

Employer Address 

State / RN License Number 

Employer City, State, Zip Area of Practice Credentials/Degree 

Select Membership Type 

Annual Monthly 

RN DUES …………..………………….….……….. $288.00 $24.61 

ADVANCED PRACTICE DUES……………….… $388.00 $32.95 

REDUCED DUES: 

Full-time graduate student (include proof of 9 HRS minimum and 

graduation date: _________________) 

Not employed 

New graduate (from basic nursing education program within six months of 

graduation, first year only) 

62 years of age or older and not earning more than Social Security allows 

RN REDUCED DUES………………………….….... $144.00 $17.11 

ADVANCED PRACTICE REDUCED DUES.……… $194.00 $21.28 

SPECIAL DUES: 

62 years of age or older and not employed 

Totally disabled 

RN SPECIAL DUES …………………………….… $97.00 $10.11 

ADVANCE PRACTICE SPECIAL DUES .….…... $122.00 $12.19 

I want to make one full ANNUAL payment by: 

Check Visa M/C AMEX 

I want to pay MONTHLY (12 month minimum) using: 

Electronic Check Visa M/C AMEX 

If paying monthly by Electronic Check: 

Please enclose a voided check and sign below. By signing below, you authorize 

MNA to draft your monthly membership dues and any additional service fees from 

your checking account on or after the 15 th day of each month using the account 

designated by the enclosed check. MNA is authorized to change the draft amount 

by posting notice at www.msnurses.org at least 30 days prior. Reduced Dues will 

be upgraded to Full Dues after supplied graduation date or first year if New 

graduate. Undersigned may cancel this authorization upon receipt by MNA of written 

notice twenty (20) days prior to the deduction date of the 15 th of each month after 

annual commitment. MNA will charge a $10 fee for any returned drafts. 

_________________________________________________________ 

Electronic Payment Authorization Signature 

If paying by credit card, please provide the following: 

Card number: ________________________________________ 

Expires ______ / ______ 

Name as it appears on card: __________________________________________ 

The card statement is mailed to home work other 

Credit Card Statement Address - if Other is checked 

Address_____________________________________________ 

City________________________ ST______ Zip _________ 

If monthly payments are selected, you authorize MNA to charge your card on or after 

the 15 th of each month for dues and fees. MNA will charge a $10 fee for any declined 

payments. MNA is authorized to change the draft amount by posting notice at www. 

msnurses.org at least 30 days prior. Reduced Dues will be upgraded to Full Dues 

after supplied graduation date or first year if New graduate. Undersigned may 

cancel this authorization upon receipt by MNA of written notice twenty (20) days prior 

to the deduction date of the 15 th of each month after annual commitment. 

___________________________________ 

Credit Card Payment Authorization Signature 

Payroll Deduction Plan 

This plan is available only where there is an agreement between the employer and 

MNA. Contact your employer (or MNA) to see if this plan is available. I understand 

that $24.01 for RN, $16.51 for reduced RN, $32.35 for Advanced Practice or $20.68 

for reduced Advanced Practice will be deducted from my paycheck every month. 

____________________________________________________ 

Payroll Deduction Authorization Signature: 

MNA – PAC Contribution I want to contribute to the Political Action Committee 

Monthly $__________ Credit Card listed above One Time Only $_________ Credit Card listed above 

EFT listed above 

Check enclosed 

Payroll Deduction is not available for monthly contributions to the PAC 

Mississippi Nurses Association dues are not deductible as charitable contributions for tax purposes but may be deductible as a business expense. However, that percentage 

of dues paid for lobbying (15%) is not deductible as a business expense. $5.42 of MNA member dues is for a subscription to The American Nurse. $20.00 is for a subscription 

to American Nurse Today, $18.00 is for a subscription to The Mississippi RN and MNA Members Only. Members may not deduct the subscription price from dues. 

Cancellation of membership must be made in writing a minimum of twenty (20) days prior to next scheduled dues payment. Membership is an annual 

commitment. Early termination of monthly payment plan will result in balance of yearly dues payable upon cancellation. 

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PLEASE GIVE TO THE MNA 

OLITICAL CTION OMMITTEE 

Together we can make a difference... 

Mississippi Nurses’ Association | 31 Woodgreen Place | Madison, MS 39110 | Phone (601) 898-0670 | Fax (601) 898-0190 

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Special Thanks 

to the Provider Unit Committee and the Convention Planning Committee for 

working so diligently to make the 2017 Annual Convention the BEST ever! 

Provider Unit Committee 

Director, Council on Nursing Education: 

Deloris Slade, MSN, RN, FNP-BC 

Chairperson: 

Marilyn Ellis, MSN, ANP-BC 

Members: 

Sheila Adams, MSN, RN, Ed.D 


Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP-BC, GNP-BC 

Mary Helen Connor, BSN, MPH, MCHES 

Becky Dorough, MSN, RN, FNP-BC 

Anne Everett, PhD, RN 

Robbie Jones, MSN, NP-C, ADM-BC 

Wanda Jones, MSN, RN, CENP 

Bettye Logan, MSN, RN, CFNP 

Lora Jenkins-Lonidier, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, 

FNP-BC, CCRN 

Cynthia Luther, PhD, AGNP, FNP 

Deborah Mauffrey, RN, CWOCN 

Mary McNair, PhD, RN 

LaDonna Northington, DNS, RN, BC 

Ka Russum, MPH, BSN 

Convention Planning Committee 

Director, Council on Organizational Affairs: 


Chairperson: 

Teresa Stanford, DNP, RN, FNP 

Members: 

Michelle Atkinson, DNP, RN 

Bess Blackwell, MSN, RN 

Sandra Coleman, RN 

Mary Crump, RN 

Becky Dorough, MSN, RN, FNP-BC 

Anne Everett, PhD, RN 

Sarah Howell, MSN, RN 

Alicia Ishee, BSN 

Robbie Jones, MSN, NP-C, ADM-BC 

Wanda Jones, MSN, RN, CENP 

Bobbie Loveless, DNP, RN, CNE 

Alice Messer, PhD, RN, FNP-BC 

Ka Russum, MPH, BSN 

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Board Members 2016-2017 

Executive Committee 

Ka Russum, MPH, BSN, RN 

President 

Retired, Forrest General Hospital 

Term 2014-2017 

John T. Scarbrough, MBA 

Treasurer 

VP, Paul Moak Automotive, Inc. 

Term 2014-2017 

Betty Young-Cryer, 

RN, MSN, NE-BC, CRRN 

Vice President 

Anderson Regional Medical 

Center 

Term 2015-2018 

At Large Members 

Estelle Watts, 

DNP, RN, NCSN 

Secretary 

MS Department of Education 

Term 2012-2015 

Steve Brantley, MHSA, M.Ed. 

At Large 

Complete Physical Therapy 

Term 2016-2019 

Audwin Fletcher, PhD, 

APRN, FNP-BC, FAAN 

At Large 

UMMC School of Nursing 

Term 2016-2019 

Olivia Martin, BA, M.Ed. 

At Large 

President, LivMore Consulting 

Term 2015-2018 

Terry G. Coffey, M.Ed. 

At Large 

Retired Educator 

Term 2016-2019 

Turry Flucker, MA 

At Large 

Mississippi Arts Commission 

Term 2016-2019 

Melissa Temple, 

PhD, MSN, RN 

At Large 

Southwest Mississippi 

Community College 

Term 2016-2019 

Cheryl J. Cooper, 

BA, MS, MBA 

At Large 

CC Cooper 

Communications 

Term 2015-2018 

Bobbie W. Loveless, 

DNP, RN, CNE 

At Large 

Biloxi Public Schools 

Term 2016-2019 

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The Mississippi Nurses Foundation Scholarships and Stipends for 2017/2018 

The Mississippi Nurses Foundation provides scholarships, stipends and grants to nursing students and 

registered nurses throughout the state of Mississippi who are pursuing degrees in nursing. A glimpse 

of MNF Scholarships offered for 2017-2018 are as follows: 

Georgia B. Hall Award of Excellence $500 

Submission deadline is November 17, 2017 

Open date - September 1st 

Arthur L. Davis Scholarly Writing $1,000 

Submission deadline is December 1, 2017 

Open date - October 1st 

Brantley-Fletcher Award of Hope Book Scholarship $500 

Submission deadline is December 18, 2017 

Open date - October 1st 

Nurse Oneita Dongieux Scholarship $500 

Submission deadline is February 2, 2018 

Open date - December 1st 

Betty Dickson Health Policy Scholarship up to $2,000 

Submission deadline is February 9, 2018 

Open date - December 1st 

MNF School of Nursing Scholarship $1000 

Submission deadline is March 16, 2018 – Contact your School of Nursing 

Open date - January 1st 

Car Tag Stipends $5,000 

Submission deadline is June 15, 2018 

Open date - April 1st 

MS School Nurse Association Scholarship $1000 

Submission deadline is June 15, 2018 

Open date - April 1st 

Eileen S. & Earl C. Whittemore Advance Practice/Nurse Practitioner Scholarship $2,500 

Submission deadline is July 6, 2018 

Open date - May 1st 

MS Nurses Foundation Research Grants up to $2,000 

Submission deadline is August 20, 2018 

Open date - June 1st 

Please visit msnursesfoundation.com or call (601) 898-0850 for additional information. 

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Coffee Club Application 

The Mississippi Nurses Foundation Coffee Club was started in April 2009 with the support of Dr. Kim Hoover, Dean of the University of MS School 

of Nursing, with her donation for MNF daily operations. The coffee club recognizes individuals who donate between $300- $5,000 or more to the 

Foundation. 

You can join today with a monthly donation of $25.00 to the Nurses Foundation. Please select your level of support for membership into the 

Mississippi Nurses Foundation Coffee Club. Bank draft and credit card monthly donations will automatically renew every 12 months unless notified 

by the donor. 

______Espresso Level 

$4,000 to $5,000----Two packages of MNF signature coffee and two coffee mugs, four tickets to all upcoming events sponsored by the Foundation, 

recognition at MNF’s Philanthropy Day, Recognition on MNF’s website, newsletter, recognition at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual 

Convention and a 4” X 8” engraved brick in the Mary E. Stainton Center for Nursing Garden. 

______Cappuccino Level 

$2,000 to $3,999----Two packages of MNF signature coffee and two coffee mugs, two tickets to all upcoming events sponsored by the Foundation, 

recognition at MNF’s Philanthropy Day, Recognition on MNF’s website, newsletter and recognition at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual 

Convention. 

______Mocha Level 

$500 to $1,999-----One package of MNF signature coffee and coffee mug, two tickets to one of MNF’s sponsored events, recognition at MNF’s 

Philanthropy Day, Recognition on MNF’s website, newsletter and recognition at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Convention. 

______ Coffee Level 

$300 to $499 -----One package of MNF signature coffee and coffee mug, a ticket to one of MNF’s sponsored events, recognition at MNF’s 

Philanthropy Day, recognition on MNF’s website, newsletter, and recognition at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Convention. 

______No, I cannot join the Coffee Club but I will give a donation to support the MS Nurses Foundation. 

( ) $25 ( ) $50 ( ) $75 ( ) $100 ( ) $150 ( ) $200 ( ) $250 

Name ________________________________________________________ 

Please print 

Address ______________________________________________________ 

City ______________________________ State ____________Zip _______ 

Phone: Home _______________________ Cell _______________________ 

Email address _________________________________________________ 

Method of Payment 

Credit Card #___________________________________________Exp. Date_________3 digit code/ back of card _________Amount_______ 

( ) Amex ( ) MasterCard ( ) Visa 

( ) Bank Draft 1 st or 15 th (circle one) Amount per month _____________________Month to start_______ 

Send a voided check to the MS Nurses Foundation 

( ) One time payment for yearly membership_______________________________________________ 

Please include check or money order and mail it to the MS Nurses Foundation 

( ) DONATE ONLINE at www.msnursesfoundation.com 

Your tax deductible donation to the Coffee Club will help support the Nurses Foundation in its daily operations of carrying out its mission of raising, accepting and 

dispersing charitable donations to promote professional nursing and better health in Mississippi. Sponsored events exclude the Nightingale Awards Gala. 

Mississippi Nurses Foundation 31 Woodgreen Place Madison, MS 39110 Phone: (601) 898-0850 Fax: (601) 898-0190 

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MNF Staff 

Rosalyn Howard, Executive Director 

rhoward@msnurses.org 

Rosalyn Howard is the Chief Executive Officer of the foundation. She is responsible for securing funds in 

all areas of development to include MNFs annual fund, special events, planned giving and major donor 

activities. She implements policies and procedures approved by the board of trustees. She manages 

the foundation and hires staff to support the work of MNF. Rosalyn conducts presentations on behalf of 

the foundation to award nursing scholarships and to promote the professional image of nursing. 

Kasey Dorr, MNF Executive Assistant 

kdorr@msnurses.org 

Kasey Dorr assists the executive director in daily executive functions. She is responsible for monthly 

bank drafts, following up with donors, receiving and depositing MNF donations, editing the foundation’s 

newsletter, and sending mail-outs from MNF. She serves as the lead contact person for the Nightingale 

Awards. Kasey supports the Accreditation Administrator with MNF Continuing Education applications 

and MNFs Board of Trustees when needed. 

LaGina Walker, Development Officer 

lwalker@msnurses.org 

LaGina Walker provides support with event planning and fundraising for the Foundation. She is 

responsible for communication with donors and supporters of MNF in securing funds that support 

the organization’s mission. She provides communication to the Executive Director regarding potential 

donors, she also manages donor relations and outreach with nursing students. 

Susan Hart, CE Accreditation Administrator 

Dr.susanhart@gmail.com 

Susan Hart is responsible for managing the continuing education division of MNF. She communicates 

and teaches the continuing education process to nurses and healthcare organizations. She is also 

responsible for reviewing CE applications, and making recommendations for Approved Provider status. 

Susan works closely with the Approver Unit members and the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s 

Commission on Accreditation to stay abreast of any continuing education changes and updates. 

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MNA Board of Directors 

Debra Allen, MSN, RN 

President 

dallen@deltastate.edu 

Tonya Moore, PhD, RN 

Vice President 

tonyamoore2010@gmail.com 

Sandi Arnold, MSN, RN 

Secretary 

sandi.arnold@hattiesburgclinic.com 

Ann Barnes, BSN, RN 

Treasurer 

abarnes@pcnursing.com 

Rebecca Cagle, PhD, RN, 

FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC 

Council on Advanced Practice 

racagle@nmhs.net 

Deloris Slade, MSN, RN, FNP-BC 

Council on Education 

delorisslade@aol.com 

Alice Messer, DNP, RN, FNP-BC 

Council on Health Affairs 

amesser@ns2.md 

Shonda Phelon, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, 

PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC 

Council on Nursing Practice 

shondaphelon@msn.com 

Lorraine Gaddis, PhD, RN, FNP-BC 

Council on Nursing Research 

lkgaddis@muw.edu 


Council on Organizational Affairs 

ambermarnold@aol.com 

Teresa Malone 

Executive Director 

tmalone@msnurses.org 

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MNA District Presidents 

DNA 1 

Brenda Collins, MSN, RN, NP-C 

bcollins@alcorn.edu 

DNA 2 

Tammy Livingston, MSN, RN 

tlivingston@kdmc.org 

DNA 5 

Deborah Mauffray, RN, CWOCN 

debmauffray@gmail.com 

DNA 6 

Terrie Gore, MSN, RN-BC 

gore.tlgore@gmail.com 

DNA 7 

Linda Holmes, MSN, RN-BC 

lholmes@forrestgeneral.com 

DNA 15 

Juanita Graham, DNP, RN, FRSPH 

olemsrn@msn.com 

DNA 16 

Linda Todd, MS, BS, RN 

ltodd@bellsouth.net 

DNA 18 

Alena Lester, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, ONP-C 

aalester@muw.edu 

DNA 21 

Kaffie Burns-Denley 

eiffak67@yahoo.com 

DNA 23 

Shelby Polk, DNP, FNP-BC, CDE 

spolk@deltastate.edu 

DNA 8 DNA 25 

Robbie Jones, NP-C, FNP-BC 

rljones8001@gmail.com 

DNA 11 

Teresa Windham, BSN, RN 

twindhamdon@yahoo.com 

DNA 12 

Debbie Hoover, DNP, FNP-BC 

debbie_0401@yahoo.com 

DNA 13 

Vanessa Daniel, NP-C 

vanessa.daniel@live.com 

DNA 28 

Linda Bowen, BSN, RN-BC 

linda.bowen@bmhcc.org 

DNA 31 

Morgan Walter, BSN, RN 

mdwalter1@gmail.com 

DNA 32 

Shelby Lipe, MSN, FNP 

slipefnp@gmail.com 

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MNA District Map 

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MNA Staff 

Teresa Malone, Executive Director 

tmalone@msnurses.org 

Teresa Malone is the chief executive officer of the association. She is the liaison with the MNA Board 

and is responsible for carrying out the goals and objectives of the association, for management of the 

organization and for representing the association with other organizations, public officials, the media, 

and the public. She is responsible for hiring and managing a staff to carry out the work of the association. 

Executive Assistant 

The Executive Assistant is the assistant to the Executive Director, he/she monitors legislative issues that 

pertain to health affairs and circulates legislative updates and political mail-outs, he/she also prepares 

for Board meetings, special events, and assists with other executive functions. The Executive Assistant 

assists with the management of the office information systems, and is responsible for disseminating new 

membership packets, membership renewals, and continuing education activities. 

Dana Walker, Director of Events and Marketing 

dwalker@msnurses.org 

Dana is responsible for planning and organizing special events and continuing education activities. 

She is the point of contact for questions regarding program and workshop schedules, CE contact hours, 

event registration or to become a speaker for continuing education programs. She is also responsible 

for coordinating news releases and media relations. Dana supports the activities of the Council on 

Nursing Education, the MNA Provider Unit, the Council on Organizational Affairs, and the Council on 

Nursing Practice. 

Deborah Norman, Finance Administrator / Membership Coordinator 

dnorman@msnurses.org 

Deborah is responsible for all financial transactions including payment for membership dues, special 

events, and continuing education activities. She is also the Membership Coordinator and is the point 

of contact for any membership questions, changes, renewals, updates, etc. Deborah also supports the 

District Presidents with current membership information for each district. 

Dionne Inman, Advanced Practice Coordinator / Publishing Coordinator 

dinman@msnurses.org 

Dionne is responsible for working with the Director of the Council on Advanced Practice Nursing 

to support activities relating to Nurse Practitioners. Dionne is editor of the quarterly newspaper 

The Mississippi RN and creates the E-newsletter—Members Only. She also creates the convention 

& conference preview guides, books, brochures, district emails, and uploads information to the 

MNA website and Mobile App. She is the site administrator for the Cisco Webex Event Center 

and APRN Practice Owned webinars. 

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LAYOUT 

MS Coast Coliseum 

& 

Convention Center 

2350 Beach Blvd 

Biloxi, MS 39531 

(228) 594-3700 

PARKING 

FOR 

CONVENTION 

Highway 90 west to Gulfport • Highway 90 east to the Beau 

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