Page 16 • <strong>Kentucky</strong> <strong>Nurse</strong> <strong>September</strong>, October, November <strong>2021</strong> New KNA Student Subscribers We can all agree that nursing students are the future of our organization. Help us recruit more KNA Student Subscribers by inviting these students to your next chapter meeting. Some chapters are sending congratulatory notes and cards to graduates – maybe your chapter could try that as well. We welcome these new student subscribers who joined KNA May – July <strong>2021</strong>: Abby Alexander Smiths Grove, KY Breanna Duval Lexington, KY Melissa Roussel Hopkinsville, KY William Auxier Hagerhill, KY Aubrey Fitzgerald Georgetown, KY Ashley Scott Covington, KY Taylor Barrickman Louisville, KY Whitney Kelsey Staffordsville, KY Tiffany Siler Lexington, KY Craig Blasi Louisville, KY Jennifer Lawil Mount Sterling, KY Kelly Sparkman (moore) Shelby Gap, KY Haylee Braithwaite Vine Grove, KY Cara Mathis Fort Knox, KY Lynne Steflik Crestwood, KY Brittney Clark Lewisburg, KY Hsel Meh Louisville, KY Tyler Tollett Lexington, KY Kristen Cobb Walton, KY Deyanira Presley Vine Grove, KY Morgan Trischler Louisville, KY Nicole Colley Burlington, KY Catherine Queen Ashland, KY Chioma Wallace Lexington, KY Leslie Cornett Banner, KY Angelarose Quinn Louisville, KY Camille Witzke Goshen, KY Aliyah Dockery Louisville, KY Alex Romero Canada, KY Emmy Wuensch Louisville, KY Kevin Draeger Shelbyville, KY Kathleen Yates Louisville, KY
<strong>September</strong>, October, November <strong>2021</strong> <strong>Kentucky</strong> <strong>Nurse</strong> • Page 17 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED KNA Needs Volunteers to Help with COVID Testing and Vaccinations Make a difference, lend your time and expertise to help us serve all <strong>Kentucky</strong> communities The <strong>Kentucky</strong> <strong>Nurse</strong>s Association needs nurse and nursing student volunteers to help with COVID-19 testing and vaccinations. Those interested in Louisville, may click Volunteer Registration. To volunteer in other parts of the state, contact your chapter leader or reach out to the KNA at admin@kentucky-nurses.org. As vaccinations are becoming more available to Kentuckians, remember it’s still very important to get tested for COVID-19. Visit ky-covid-testing for a list of testing sites throughout the state. We thank the more than 560 KNA COVID volunteers and all nurses across the state who are lending their time and expertise to help combat the pandemic. Keep in mind that we provide and require PPE for all volunteers! To date, more than 2.4 million Kentuckians have received at least one vaccine dose. Still have questions about the vaccine? Visit Key Things to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines (cdc.gov). Download KNA365 Today – Get the App Download KNA365 today. It is an incredible way to stay in touch with what is going on with nurses in <strong>Kentucky</strong> and nationwide. KNA365 is for every person who cares about nurses, nursing and want to know what is going on with the profession. With one touch you’ll be able to read articles, join our organization – the voice for all <strong>Kentucky</strong> nurses, register for educational programs, learn about our legislative agenda and check our statewide calendar. If you’re already a KNA member, you’ll be able to reach every member, access cabinets and committees within our organization as well. You can even donate to the <strong>Kentucky</strong> <strong>Nurse</strong>s Foundation, connect with our social media channels and contact us with questions. With so many great opportunities, you’ll want to take these steps today to download our app: Step One – Go to your app store Step Two – Search for KNA365 Step Three – Select KNA365 and download Step Four – Put in your email address Step Five – ENJOY KNA365 Check out KNA’s On-Demand Learning Portal on demand education Purchase Courses KBN proposes new regulations See schedule for 2022 positions The <strong>Kentucky</strong> Board of Nursing recently proposed regulation changes. KNA members are invited to apply for 2022 <strong>Kentucky</strong> Board of Nursing (KBN) positions. Those interested must submit a KNA application and the Govenor’s state boards and commissions application. For consideration, send your CV/resume and completed applications to the KNA by Wednesday, December 1 at admin@kentucky-nurses.org for a 2022 position. Upon receipt of applications, the KNA Board of Directors reviews and selects those who will be recommended for consideration for appointment by the Governor to the KBN and the Governor appoints from the list submitted by the KNA. See timeline below: See list of classes that are up now So you say you’ve missed a few KNA CE programs but would still like to access those sessions? We hear you! Check out the list of courses available now on the KNA Online Learning Portal: COVID-19 Vaccination Update – Empowering <strong>Nurse</strong>s Nursing Advocacy – Your Voice Counts! Blessings in a Backpack Non-Fatal Strangulation KNA 2020 Conference – single sessions available Partner with KNA for your next research project If you are interested in partnering with the <strong>Kentucky</strong> <strong>Nurse</strong>s Association to facilitate a research project, please complete an application today. We would love to work with you to further the knowledge base of nurses across the Commonwealth and improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians. Wednesday, December 1, <strong>2021</strong> Deadline to submit applications and CVs/to the KNA Tuesday, March 1, 2022 KNA Board of Directors submits applications to Governor’s Office Thursday, June 30, 2022 Governor Beshear makes selection Check out our selection of videos on the KNA YouTube Channel. Nursing Career Path At Amedisys, we build on skills throughout our careers and provide opportunities for growth with ongoing training and support. Join our family and see how you can step into a new role and make a difference today! Learn more at amedisys.com/careers. THINK OUTSIDE THE HOSPITAL
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