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PAGE 2 September, October, November 2020 – The South Carolina Nurse WWW.SCNURSES.ORG SAVE THE DATE 2021 State Convention & Annual Membership Meeting October 14 -16, 2021 Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Dora McNeil Sandu Word has been received that Dora McNeil Sandu, former Executive Director of SCNA for 1963- 1972, has died. Dora was the ED when 1821 Gadsden Street was opened as the headquarters building of SCNA. She resigned from SCNA in order to become a medical Missionary in Hong Kong. She was also a wonderful, generous historical fountain of information when it was requested. 2020 Board of Directors President – Kelly Bouthillet President-Elect – Sheryl Mitchell Secretary/Treasurer – Cheryl Fieldhouse Commission Chair – Public Policy/Legislation – Jessica Stricklin Commission Chair – Professional Advocacy and Development – Coleen Kennedy Director, Seat 1 – Jada Quinn Director, Seat 2 – Christina Branham APRN Chapter Chair (Ex-Officio) – Jaime Cuff Nurse Educator Chapter Chair (Ex-Officio) – Andrietta Barnett Psychiatric-Mental Health Chapter Chair (Ex-Officio) – Kim Gilmore Women and Children’s Health Chapter Chair (Ex-Officio) – Mary Wessinger SNA-SC President (Ex-Officio) – Bethany Ghent SCNF President (Ex-Officio) – Deborah Hopla CEO and Lobbyist – Judith Curfman Thompson Executive Assistant – Rosie Robinson The South Carolina Nurse (ISSN 1046-7394) is published quarterly every March, June, September, December and by the South Carolina Nurses Association, a constituent member of the American Nurses Association, 1301 Gervais Street, Suite 802, Columbia, SC 29201, (803) 252-4781, website: www.scnurses.org. Subscription fees: Members $2 per year included in dues as a membership benefit, Institutional subscriptions, $40 per year. Single copies $10. Readers: Send address changes to South Carolina Nurses Association, 1301 Gervais Street, Suite 802, Columbia, SC 29201. For advertising rates and information, please contact Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc., PO Box 216, Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613, (800) 626-4081, sales@aldpub.com. SCNA and the Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc. reserve the right to reject any advertisement. Responsibility for errors in advertising is limited to corrections in the next issue or refund of price of advertisement. We Offer Competitive Compensation and Excellent Benefits Apply for top NURSING opportunities at MUSC Health Charleston, Marion, Florence, Lancaster, and Chester Medical Centers To Apply: https://web.musc.edu/human-resources Acceptance of advertising does not imply endorsement or approval by the South Carolina Nurses Association of products advertised, the advertisers, or the claims made. Rejection of an advertisement does not imply a product offered for advertising is without merit, or that the manufacturer lacks integrity, or that this association disapproves of the product or its use. SCNA and the Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc. shall not be held liable for any consequences resulting from purchase or use of an advertiser’s product. Articles appearing in this publication express the opinions of the authors; they do not necessarily reflect views of the staff, board, or membership of SCNA or those of the national or local associations. South Carolina Nurse Copy Submission Guidelines: All SCNA members are encouraged to submit material for publication that is of interest to nurses. The South Carolina Nurse also welcomes unsolicited manuscripts written by members. Article submission is preferred in MS Word format and may be up to 1000 words. When sending pictures, please be certain to label them clearly since the editors have no way of knowing who persons in the photos might be. Preferred submission is by email to Rosie@scnurses.org. Please do not embed photos in Word files, but use jpg files. All articles submitted are subject to editing by the SC Nurse editorial staff. South Carolina Nurse Editorial Staff: Judith Curfman Thompson, Executive Editor Rosie Robinson, Assistant Editor Changing What’s Possible
WWW.SCNURSES.ORG The South Carolina Nurse – September, October, November 2020 PAGE 3 ANCC CEO Column ANA's Membership Assembly Re-Elects Ernest Grant as National President SILVER SPRING, MD – Ernest J. Grant, PhD, RN, FAAN, has been re-elected to a second term as the American Nurses Association’s (ANA) national President. The voting representatives of ANA's Membership Assembly also elected four members to the 9-member board of directors. Terms of service will begin January 1, 2021. “It is with great pride, duty and purpose that I serve nurses, represent nurses, and advocate on behalf of nurses nationwide,” said Dr. Grant. “Throughout history, nurses have responded to every public health crisis, marched for civil rights and provided patients and communities optimal care. As our nation grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, racism and health inequities, nurses are once again demonstrating the resolve, compassion and undisputed skill that defines our distinguished profession. Undoubtedly, the “Year of the Nurse” looks much different than we had expected. We have experienced tremendous loss, but we are resilient, and we will emerge even stronger. I am forever proud to be a nurse and to serve our profession in the company of other great leaders.” These ANA members were elected to serve on the board of directors: Director-At-Large Brienne Sandow, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, of the Idaho Nurses Association; Director-At-Large, Staff Nurse Amanda Buechel, BSN, RN, CCRN, of ANA-Illinois. The following ANA board members were reelected: Secretary Stephanie Pierce, PhD, MN, RN, CNE, of the Louisiana State Nurses Association; Director-At-Large Jennifer Gil, BSN, RN, of the New Jersey State Nurses Association. Those continuing their terms on the ANA board in 2021 are: Vice President Susan Y. Swart, EdD, MS, RN, CAE of ANA-Illinois; Treasurer Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN of the Oregon Nurses Association; Director-at- Large Jeff Watson, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, of the Texas Nurses Association; Director-at-Large, Recent Graduate Marcus Henderson, MSN, BSN, RN of the Pennsylvania State Nurses Association. Elected to serve on the Nominations and Elections Committee are: Amanda Foster, BSN, RN, of the Arizona Nurses Association; Tonisha Melvin, DNP, CRRN, NP-C, of the Georgia Nurses Association; Marylee Pakieser, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, of ANA- Michigan. ANA's Membership Assembly Adopts Resolution on Racial Justice for Communities of Color The American Nurses Association (ANA) 2020 Membership Assembly condemns the brutal death of George Floyd and the many other Black, Indigenous, and People of Color who have been unjustly killed by individuals within law enforcement. Such cruelty and abject racism must not go unchallenged. Racism is a public health crisis that impacts the mental, spiritual, and physical health of all people. The Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements obligates nurses to be allies and to advocate and speak up against racism, discrimination, and injustice. Consistent with this obligation, ANA has taken positions against racism, discrimination and health care disparities and advocating for human rights. ANA, along with nurses everywhere, are again called to action. Collectively, we must emerge from silence and speak with one strong voice as leaders and role models of compassion and empathy for our patients, families, communities and most importantly, towards one another. Our voice is our commitment to making a difference in all that we do for those we serve. Hall of Fame Award ANA established the nursing Hall of Fame Award to recognize individual nurses’ commitments to the nursing field and their impact on the health and social history of the United States. • ANA is honored to induct Jeri Milstead, PhD, NEA-BC, FAAN, RN, Ohio Nurses Association, former member of SCNA and professor at Clemson. Congratulations to Jeri. Dr. Jeri Milstead is internationally recognized as a leader, educator and mentor, and her expertise is sought around the world. Dr. Milstead brought to the profession a focus on the impact that nurses can have through understanding and involvement in decision making in the policy process. Through her textbook and other writings, consultation, mentoring, role modeling, and personal experience, she has made a broad impact on individual nurses, organizations, and the broader profession. ANA, along with the Constituent/State Nurses Associations and the ANA Individual Member Division, pledges to: • Oppose and address all forms of racism and discrimination. • Condemn brutality by law enforcement and all acts of violence. • Champion the Code of Ethics for Nurses which calls on us to recognize human dignity regardless of race, culture, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, gender, age, experience, or any aspect of identity. • In partnership with nurses everywhere educate, advocate, and collaborate to end systemic racism, particularly within nursing. • Advance institutional and legislative policies that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice for all. • Advocate for the ending of health inequities within communities and health care systems that stem from systemic racism. • Promote deliberate and respectful dialogue, effective listening and commitment to change as a means to improve the health of all individuals and the communities where they live and work. BUILD YOUR CAREER AT NHC NHC Healthcare – Lexington is NOW HIRING! RNs and Unit Managers (RN) Night Shift Supervisor Contact: Danielle Stephenson, DON, 2993 Sunset Blvd. West Columbia, SC 29169 danielle.stephenson@nhccare.com nhclexington.com Judith Curfman Thompson, IOM CEO So, SCNA is still working away on issues of interest to nurses. Rosie and I have been working from our homes during this time. We shall continue to do so until we believe that it is safe to return to the downtown office. Just because the office building is open does not mean that we are eager to go back to it. Part of my caution, is just that caution. I am a strong believer in germ/virus theory. So, we Judith Curfman Thompson continue to do the work needed to be done and look forward to the time that we can resume our work together in the office. I hope that all members who are available will join us for the Annual Membership meeting on October 15, via virtual means. Further details are in this SC NURSE and will be coming to members at the right time to let you know how to join the call. We hope to be able to do all of the actions that are required for our Annual Membership Meeting in as efficient a manner as possible. May all of you continue to stay safe and well. May you know just how valued you are, especially in a time such as we have been going through and continue to experience. ONWARD President’s Message continued from page 1 Afterword I and the entire Board of Directors are immensely disappointed that the annual SCNA Conference and Convention had to be cancelled. Please know that we are actively exploring and working on new ways to stay connected and provide educational activities to our members. Though we will not meet face to face, we have much work to do as individuals and as a profession to advance healthcare and improve the health of our patients. Continue to be brave and stay well. Kelly Bouthillet DNP, APRN, CCNS, ACNP-BC Links: https://www.wsav.com/video/volunteers-in- medicine-working-to-serve-community-during-covid- 19-crisis/5718126/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/ margiewarrell/2013/10/30/know-yourwhy-4-questions-to-tap-the-power-ofpurpose/#59c96c9373ad https://www.forbes.com/sites/ margiewarrell/2013/10/30/know-yourwhy-4-questions-to-tap-the-power-ofpurpose/#765aba8773ad
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