2019 Nebraska Nurses Association Yearbook
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COMMITTEE REPORTS<br />
Omaha Metro Area Mutual Interest Group Annual Report<br />
Anna Mackevicius, BSN, RN, PMP<br />
Chair, Omaha Metro Area Mutual Interest Group<br />
The NNA Metro Omaha Metro Area MIG had a very successful <strong>2019</strong>. The MIG hosted several events in NNA Region<br />
4, inviting all nurses in the area to join other nurses for a bit of networking, a lot of well-deserved recognition, and<br />
a bit a fun, too! This MIG has several active members and added more during the year. I would like to thank Terri<br />
Anderson, who served as the lead for the annual breakfast and as the MIG recorder, has decided to step down as<br />
recorder and event lead. Her help and guidance this past year has very much appreciated. I would also like to thank<br />
these individuals for their dedication to the MIG:<br />
Andrea Faulkner<br />
Beth Flott<br />
Jodi Kempnich<br />
Alice Kindschuh<br />
Carole Lainof<br />
Echo Perlman<br />
Kristina Soballe<br />
Susie Ward<br />
Brodi Willard<br />
Krista Winter<br />
The following is a synopsis of member engagement activities hosted this year:<br />
Student Leaders Recognition<br />
On March 30, the Omaha Metro Area MIG hosted an event to recognize a group of local student nurses who serve<br />
as members of the executive board for their campus Student <strong>Nurses</strong> <strong>Association</strong> as a thank you for their service to<br />
the profession. This event, organized by Creighton University Assistant Professor Beth Flott EdD RN, recognized 40<br />
future nursing leaders nominated by faculty. It was held on Saturday, March 30, at <strong>Nebraska</strong> Methodist College.<br />
Celebrate Nursing and Positive Image of Nursing Breakfast<br />
This annual event (that is quickly approaching its 40th year!) was held on Saturday, April 27, at the Scott Conference<br />
Center in Omaha. We had an outstanding turnout this year with 280 attendees and set a new record of honorees<br />
- 151! Our guest speaker was Brenda Bergman Evans, a recent inductee to the NNA Hall of Fame. NNA President<br />
Douglass Haas also attended and distributed certificates to each honoree. Terri Anderson spearheaded this event<br />
with help from Brodi Willard and lots of extra hands on the event day!<br />
Omaha Metro Area <strong>Nurses</strong> MIG Fun Run/Walk<br />
The second annual Omaha Metro Area <strong>Nurses</strong> MIG Fun Run/Walk was held on Saturday, September 7, <strong>2019</strong>, at<br />
Zorinsky Park in Omaha. The event was organized by Alice Kindschuh, DNP APRN-CNS GCNS-BC, Director of Doctoral<br />
Studies at <strong>Nebraska</strong> Methodist College. Members and non-members participated in a fun (and healthy) activity. There<br />
were T-shirts and prizes – a visible event that promotes nursing and healthy living!<br />
Annual Dinner<br />
The MIG will be hosting an Annual Dinner scheduled for November 20 at Jack and Mary’s Restaurant in Omaha. Save<br />
the date and join us for an evening of networking and a little education! See the Events page on the NNA website<br />
for more information and to register. Payment is at the door.<br />
We are looking forward to the 2020 events – planning is well under way. Look for dates and information in the monthly<br />
NNA e-newsletter and Facebook page, as well as the <strong>Nebraska</strong> Nurse. Feel free to contact me at annamackevicius@<br />
gmail.com if you have any questions about the Omaha Metro MIG events.<br />
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