NURSING LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT |
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Congratulations to Augusta University College of Nursing Professor Pam Cromer DNP, FNP-BC as she was inducted as a fellow into the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Cromer also serves as the President of UAPRN, Augusta chapter. |
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Congratulations to Vice President of UAPRN Gwinnett-Forsyth & co-chair for the Government Relations Council Robin Pingeton, FNP as she was awarded NP of the Year at the 2023 AANP National Conference. |
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Congratulations to Clayton State University College of Health Dean Dwayne Hooks, PhD, APRN as he was awarded NP Advocate of the Year at the 2023 AANP National Conference. |
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GNLC Members, Rebecca Wheeler PhD, RN and Valencia Fleming PhD, RN are two prominent figures in the field of nursing workforce development. They recently attended the National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers 2023 Annual Conference at the Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City, Arlington VA. This is an important event that brings together professionals from across the country to discuss and address critical issues related to nursing workforce planning and policy. They are also pictured with Pat Horton, Chief Executive Officer of the Georgia Center for Nursing Excellence
Rebecca and Valencia's presence at the National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers highlights their commitment to advancing nursing workforce development at both regional and national levels. Through their expertise and dedication, they continue to make significant contributions towards ensuring a well-prepared and sustainable nursing workforce that can effectively meet the evolving healthcare needs of our society. |
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| Congratulations to Star Mitchell, PhD on her appointment as the new Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Augusta University College of Nursing. |
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Read the full statement from Emory University Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing's Dean Linda McCauley on the Supreme Court's ruling on race in college admissions. |
GNLC NURSING WORKFORCE NEWS |
Congratulations to GNLC Members LaDonia D. Patterson, EdD, MSN, RN, CNE, Rebecca M. Wheeler, PhD, RN, Naph'tali Edge, DNP, RN, and Gaea Daniel, PhD, RN on their recently published article, The High School to Higher Education Pipeline Program: A focus on Black Male Representation in Nursing. |
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NINE NURSES TALK ABOUT EQUITY-MINDED NURSING |
When the National Academy of Medicine released its 2021 report, The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity, the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action, an initiative of AARP Foundation, AARP and RWJF, took up the challenge to help implement the report’s goals. Among those goals is to deploy nurses and nursing to advance health equity. One of the Campaign’s strategies for achieving this goal is to elevate and amplify the concept of the equity-minded nurse.
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ICYMI: NURSING WORKFORCE SHORTAGE AND PROMISING SOLUTIONS WEBINAR |
On June 5, 2023, the Current Nursing Workforce Shortage and Promising Solutions discussion highlighted the current nursing workforce shortage and various promising programs to recruit and retain nurses. |
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GNLC ANNOUNCEMENTS & REMINDERS |
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| CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: UAPRN ANNUAL CONFERENCE
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Abstract Deadline: August 8, 2023
Conference Date: September 21 - 23, 2023
Location: Jekyll Island, GA Join the United Advanced Practice Registered Nurses on September 21-23, 2023 for their annual conference in Jekyll Island, GA. This year's theme is Innovation in Medicine. You don't want to miss all of the amazing opportunities available! |
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AMERIGROUP RURAL GEORGIA NURSING SCHOLARSHIP |
Extended Deadline: August 15, 2023
The Georgia Nurses Foundation (GNF) is proud to announce the Amerigroup Rural Georgia Nursing Scholarship- a fifth addition to the Foundation’s Scholarship Program. GNF has extended the application deadline for the Amerigroup Rural Georgia Nursing Scholarship to August 15, 2023. The Georgia Nurses Foundation (GNF) is the charitable and philanthropic arm of the Georgia Nurses Association (GNA). |
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GEORGIA ANESTHESIA SYMPOSIUM |
Date: September 29 - October 1, 2023
Location: Great Wolf Lodge, LaGrange, Georgia Join the Georgia Association of Nurse Anesthetists GANA In-Person or Virtually. This program is designed to meet the requirements for 20 Class A CE credits. |
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2023 GNA CONFERENCE & MEMBERSHIP ASSEMBLY |
Date: October 13 - 15, 2023
Location: University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel, Athens, GA Let’s gather again this October at the 2023 GNA Conference and Membership Assembly as we explore the conference theme
“2023: The Year to Make a Change Through Shared Experiences.” Topics include the state of the nursing workforce, lateral violence and abuse from patients, legal issues in nursing, the next generation of nurses, and more. |
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The Atlanta Black Nurses Association is a recipient of one of the 2023 Grants Awarded to Nurse Partner Organizations through American Nurses Association (ANA) Project Firstline. The Project Firstline program is a national training collaborative led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in partnership with ANA and the American Academy of Pediatrics to disseminate Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) resources.
Project Firstline was developed as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic which identified longstanding gaps in infection control knowledge and practice in healthcare settings. To facilitate getting the ANA/CDC Project Firstline IPC resources disseminated, visit Project Firstline on ABNA website. |
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ATLANTA AREA CHAPTER OF THE AACN |
Join the Atlanta Area Chapter of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) to engage with other professionals while maintaining your commitment to continual growth and learning. By joining the Atlanta Area Chapter, you will have access to valuable resources, educational opportunities, networking events, and support from fellow critical care nurses in your area. |
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SAVE THE DATE: ALTER DEMENTIA SUMMIT |
Date: April 25-27, 2024
Location: House of Hope Atlanta
4650 Flat Shoals Pkwy, Decatur, GA, 30034 Join ALTER Dementia, lead by Dr. Fayron Epps, on April 25-27, 2024, for the ALTER Dementia Summit: The Role of the Black Church in the House of Hope Atlanta in Decatur, Georgia. Scan the QR code or visit the website by clicking below to pre-register for the event, or become a sponsor. |
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The Senate Certificate Of Need Reform Study Committee will hold their fourth meeting on September 19, 2023 at 10AM. GNLC Lobbyist, Julianna McConnell has talked with Senator John Albers, and he has agreed to add the GNLC's nursing presentation to the agenda for the Study Committee in September. This gives adequate time to prepare for the meeting and develop a handout of information for the committee members. |
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NEW GNLC SUBMISSIONS
We are excited to hear your story!
Please submit your news stories, announcements, and accolades to be placed in the next GNLC Newsletter. |
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