2021 TNA Virtual Conference

TNA VIRTUAL CONFERENCE | 2021: YEAR OF THE NURSE 2.0 - ONE YEAR WASN’T ENOUGH
Sherry Raber, DNP, MMHC, MSN, RN
My name is Sherry Raber, I have been a member of ANA/FNA/TNA for years and
currently serve in the role of Interim Treasurer for TNA District 3. Since serving
in this role, I realize more than ever the importance of being active and getting
involved with our nursing community. In 2020-2021, I served as a mentor in the ANA
Mentorship program and quickly noticed the impact mentoring has on future nurse
leaders. I have over 20 years of leadership experience in a variety of settings and
as a nurse leader I am very familiar with the importance of implementing and adherence to policy and
procedures. Additionally, I am quite familiar with the screening process of evaluating candidates’ resumes/
CVs to determine if they meet specific qualifications related to a particular role; somewhat like the role
of the nominating committee with screening candidates to be placed on the slate for TNA elections. I am
excited about serving on the nomination committee and I look forward to you casting your vote for me to
serve on the Nominating Committee.
Hailin Swan, BSN, RN
I care. I care about my patients, my family, my friends, and anyone who asks for help.
I want to be able to help them all heal and lead healthier, fuller lives. While I can do
much as a nurse, I believe I can contribute to our profession through volunteer service
to the Nurse professional association. I worked full-time and transitioned to parttime
after my third child and completed my BSN with honors on scholarship in 2020.
I am accepted into the University of Southern Alabama Master of Science Nurse
Practitioner program in the Fall, 2021. I have moved from floor nurse to med-step/cardiac telemetry unit to
my current favorite, the emergency department. Each position has given me unique challenges, rewards,
and growth. I have even taken opportunities to change departmental practices to improve response times
between the emergency room and the pharmacy to improve patient care. I am a member of the Shelby
County Medical Reserve Corps. During the pandemic, I have helped with vaccination drives, PPE gathering
missions, call center hotline staffing, and vaccinating community members. All the while, I have been an
active TNA member chairing the practice council and serving on the nominating committees for District 1.
This year, I was inducted to the “40 under 40” sponsored by the TNA, the Tennessee Hospital Association,
and the Tennessee Action Coalition. I am passionate and committed to being a caring, responsible health
care provider and would hope to continue my growth as a TNA nominating committee member.
ANA MEMBERSHIP ASSEMBLY REP. Vote for three (3)
Lisa Beasley, DNP, APRN, NP-C, RN
I am currently serving as D1 President and have served as Vice-President in recent years.
I am an advocate for the nursing profession and have built a rapport with many members
in our district and across the state. I was recently selected for a Fellowship in the Health
Policy and Media program at George Washington University and will be mentored by an
experienced faculty member at GWU. I have served on several committees in the College
of Nursing in both past and current employment, and am dedicated to health and health
care for all Tennesseans. I recently started a podcast entitled “That’s Healthful”, featuring guests and topics that
impact health from local to global. I am an assistant professor in the UTHSC CON and have recently been part of
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