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1 Vol. 78, No. 2 Quarterly publication direct mailed to approximately 57,000 RNs and LPNs in Mississippi. Summer 2016 A Message from the President Dear Colleagues: As a nurse for over thirty-five years, I am humbled and inspired that once again, according to the Gallup Poll Rankings for 2015, nursing continues to be rated the most trusted profession. This means that for the 14th year in a row, nurses are viewed as having very high or high ethical and honesty standards by the public. We must cherish the public s view of our profession and ensure that we take advantage of every occasion to cultivate our intellectual curiosity by participating in both formal and informal educational events, as well as professional development opportunities. This designation dictates that it is our responsibility to embrace community involvement for our profession. To continue to retain the utmost respect from the public, we must enthusiastically serve as a mentor and role model to our colleagues. Debra (Debbie) Allen, MSN, RN MNA is successfully coordinating a variety of continuing education sessions across the state to make it convenient for nurses to attend workshops, seminars, and conferences. That s one of my favorite aspects about nursing - we have the opportunity to learn something new every day, to use critical thinking and the latest evidence-based practice to ensure we are providing the best care to our patients. I encourage you to take advantage of the many educational events hosted by MNA and to attend the meetings scheduled by your District leaders. These local meetings are a great way to connect with your colleagues in your area and obtain valuable information from expert presenters. From a community perspective, there are so many ways that you can make a difference in your local community and across the state. I encourage you to participate in your communities by volunteering to serve on local and state boards. By being a member of a board, you can help achieve the goal of improving health care in our state. Registered nurses bring a wealth of knowledge and decision making skills to the table. Boards benefit from the unique perspective that a nurse can provide and by being at the table, we gain the power to influence change. And finally mentoring, I strongly believe that mentoring is an essential part of being a nurse - helping to develop nurses and supporting the nursing profession. As stated by Bette Mariani, Mentoring is important in the career development of both novice and experienced nurses in the areas of clinical practice, nursing education, administration, and research, as it supports the novice s need to feel satisfaction and success as a professional nurse and offers the experienced nurse an opportunity to contribute to the profession. I will always remember the many colleagues who supported me through the stages and changes in my professional career, those caring individuals who saw something in me that I was not always sure was actually there. Each of us has the power to help a colleague and perhaps that mentoring could make the difference in that person s career. As the nursing profession continues to evolve, we are reaching out to each of you to be a part of change and growth by becoming an MNA member. Learn how you can make a difference and become a positive force for the voice of nursing! Bette Mariani, The Effect of Mentoring on Career Satisfaction of Registered Nurses and Intent to Stay in the Nursing Profession, Nursing Research and Practice, vol. 2012, Article ID , 9 pages, doi: /2012/ MNA Continues Legacy of CNE Excellence Deloris Slade, DNP(c), MSN, FNP-BC Director, Council on Education MNA has been long recognized as a leader in providing extraordinary continuing nursing education (CNE) for nurses in Mississippi and our surrounding states. MNA s Provider Unit, under the exceptional leadership of Chair Marilyn Ellis, received the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Accreditation with Distinction, the highest level of accreditation the ANCC awards to a provider of continuing nursing education. The Provider Unit members are to be applauded for their dedication in developing professional programs to meet the needs of nurses at all levels of the nursing career continuum and across all nursing roles. As we completed our ANCC report this year and looked back at the numerous conferences, seminars, certification training sessions, and summits hosted by MNA, it is apparent the Provider Unit exceeded expectations in both the number of CNE sessions offered and the focus of meeting the needs of nurses where they live and work. In the past year, MNA provided over 233 CNE hours (APRN and RN combined). We encourage nurses to attend all of our events, however we also realize that travel distance and time away from work place constraints on nurses ability to attend events. To expand opportunities for attendance, MNA hosted events throughout the state - Biloxi, Cleveland, Grenada, Hattiesburg, Madison, Meridian, Marks, New Albany, Pascagoula, Tupelo, Ruleville, and Southaven- just to name a few. The Provider Unit also ensures that the content of sessions emphasizes evidence-based practice and trending topics in the nursing profession and health care industry. Ethics, leadership, clinical practice, electronic health records, pharmacology, research, improving quality of care for patients, critical thinking skills, updates from the Mississippi Board of Nursing- these are just a few of the topics covered this past year. In addition, workshops encompassing suturing, office procedures, wound care, EKG interpretation and many more have been provided. MNA s often requested Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Medical Exam Certification Review Course has also been presented in locations throughout the state with individuals from our sister states in attendance as well. As a member of MNA since becoming a registered nurse, I can attest to the benefits of attending MNA events. As a member of the Provider Unit, I can also attest that we are dedicated to providing CNE to enrich the knowledge and improve the skills of the nurses who attend our events. We take our responsibility seriously and want to continue to meet your needs. Thank you to each of you who have participated in an MNA event! MNA Provider Unit Members Director, Council on Nursing Education: Deloris Slade, DNP(c), MSN, FNP-BC Chairperson: Marilyn Ellis, MSN, ANP-BC Members: Sheila Adams, MSN, RN, Ed.D Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP-BC, GNP-BC Mary Helen Connor, BSN, MPH, MCHES Paula DeCanter, FNP-BC Anne Everett, MSN, BSN Kathryn Gift, DNP, RN, CEN Monica Jones, DNP, FNP-BC Robbie Jones, MSN, BSN, ADN Bettye Logan, MSN, RN, CFNP Lora Jenkins-Lonidier, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, CCRN Cynthia Luther, DSN, MSN, BSN, ANP, GNP, FNP Deborah Mauffrey, RN, CWOCN LaDonna Northington, DNS, RN, BC Ka Russum, MPH, BSN, RN current resident or Presort Standard US Postage PAID Permit #14 Princeton, MN Remember - EVERY Mississippi Nurse receives the MS RN Are you a Member of MNA? Contact our office to confirm your membership or to join MNA Call (601) or mna@msnurses.org for more information.

2 Page 2 Mississippi RN June, July, August 2016 EVENT NRCME/FMCSA DOT Medical Examiner Course Care & Complications of Diabetes: An Intensive Look Quality and Leadership Excellence in Health Care Pharmacology Summit Coloring a Picture of Positive Mental Health for Patients Pharmacology of Controlled Substances Workshop 2016 Annual Convention Northern National Parks Travel Tour (Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, Grand Teton National Park, Park City) British Landscapes Travel Tour (London, Oxford, North Wales, Lake District, Edinburgh Castle, York, Stratfordupon-Avon, Stonehenge, Cotswolds) TOUR DATES Annual Events WHERE & WHEN Mississippi Center for Nursing Madison, MS June 10, 2016 Hilton Garden Inn Madison, MS June 10, 2016 North Sunflower Medical Center Ruleville, MS June 17, 2016 North Mississippi Medical Center Tupelo, MS July 22-23, 2016 Forrest General Hospital Hattiesburg, MS July 29, 2016 Mississippi Center for Nursing Madison, MS August 18-19, 2016 MS Coast Coliseum & Convention Center Biloxi, MS October 18-21, 2016 June 17-24, 2016 September 3-12, 2016 APRN Spring Conference April 21-23, 2016 Annual Convention October 18-21, 2016 Lobby Day at the Capitol January 25, 2017 Legislative Nursing Summit February 7, 2017 Nightingale Awards (held bi-annually) March Published by: Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency, Inc. Board of Directors President Vice President Debra Allen, MSN, RN Tonya Moore, PhD, RN dallen@deltastate.edu tonyamoore2010@gmail.com Secretary Treasurer Sandra Arnold, MSN, BSN, RN Ann Barnes, BSN, RN sandi.arnold@hattiesburgclinic.com abarnes@pcnursing.com Directors Council on Nursing Education Council on Nursing Research Deloris Slade, FNP-BC, MSN John Hodnett, DNP, M. Ed., delorisslade@aol.com MSN, RN, LPC jhod901816@aol.com Council on Health Affairs Council on Nursing Practice Tonya Harbison, MSN, BSN Shonda Phelon, DNP, FNPleetonyaharbison@bellsouth.net BC, PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC shondaphelon@msn.com Council on Council on Organizational Affairs Advanced Practice Amber Arnold, DNP, RN, Linda Watkins, DNP, RN, ambermarnold@aol.com FNP-C w73124@aol.com Executive Director Teresa Malone tmalone@msnurses.org Executive Assistant Laura Fraiser lfraiser@msnurses.org Advanced Practice Coordinator/ Publishing Coordinator Dionne Inman dinman@msnurses.org District 1: Adams, Franklin, Jefferson, and Wilkinson counties Brenda Collins bcollins@alcorn.edu District 2: Amite, Copiah, Lawrence, Lincoln, Pike, and Walthall counties Tammy Livingston tlivingston@kdmc.org District 5: Hancock, Harrison, Pearl River, and Stone counties Deborah Mauffray debmauffray@gmail.com District 6: Jackson, George, and Greene counties Terrie Gore gore.tlgore@gmail.com District 7: Covington, Forrest, Lamar, Perry, Jefferson Davis & Marion counties Amber Chancelor achancelor@forrestgeneral.com District 8: Jasper, Jones, and Wayne counties Kimberly Cabe kimberlyfaith81@gmail.com District 11: Simpson and Smith counties Teresa Windham twindhamdon@yahoo.com District 12: Claiborne, Issaquena, Sharkey, and Warren counties Debbie Hoover Debbie_0401@yahoo.com District 13: Hinds, Rankin, Madison and Yazoo counties Katrina Johnson johnson.katrinac@gmail.com District 15: Leake, Neshoba, Newton, and Scott counties Christy Savell savell36@yahoo.com MNA Staff Finance Administrator/ Membership Coordinator Deborah Norman dnorman@msnurses.org MNA District Presidents Director of Events & Marketing Dana Walker dwalker@msnurses.org District 16: Linda Todd, MS, BS, RN ltodd@bellsouth.net District 18: Choctaw, Clay, Lowndes, Noxubee, Oktibbeha, Webster, and Winston counties Teresa Hamill tjhamill@muw.edu District 21: Humphries, Sunflower, and Washington counties Kaffie Burns-Denley eiffak67@yahoo.com District 23: Bolivar, Coahoma, Quitman, Tallahatchie, and Tunica counties. 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3 June, July, August 2016 Mississippi RN Page 3 Thank you for making Music that Heals a great success! Welcome new MNA Board Member Shonda Phelon DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC Thank You for making Music that Heals a great success! We were honored to host the event in the Mississippi Delta and pay tribute to the nursing profession with some amazing nurses and outstanding friends of nursing. The Grammy Museum Mississippi provided a great venue for nurses to laugh, dance, and celebrate the greatest profession of all - nursing, while enjoying a spectacular display of music and learn about the history of some legendary artists. A special thanks to: Music That Heals Committee Delta State University Robert E. Smith School of Nursing Platinum Sponsor and our sponsors: Delta Regional Medical Center Title Sponsor North Sunflower Medical Center Title Sponsor Delta Healthy Families/Healthy Lifestyle Center Platinum Sponsor Mississippi Board of Nursing Platinum Sponsor Prime Care Nursing Platinum Sponsor Mississippi College Gold Sponsor UMMC School of Nursing Gold Sponsor It is because of YOU, that this event was so successful. Shonda Phelon of Grenada, MS has been appointed to serve as Director of the Council on Nursing Practice by the Mississippi Nurses Association Board of Directors. Shonda is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at Mississippi University for Women teaching in the MSN and DNP programs, and also practices at Region VI Mental Health. Shonda has been active in MNA since nursing school, most recently serving as President of District 32 and as a Convention Delegate. Shonda brings to the Board a wealth of experience and knowledge in nursing practice. DCH Offering $5,000 Sign-On Bonus to Eligible RNs Career Flexibility. That s what opportunity at the DCH Health System is all about. We offer a variety of working environments to fit your style, from a regional referral medical center to community hospitals to home health agencies. With our wide range of service, you can move within our system as your professional goals change, while maintaining your benefits and status. That s flexibility. That s DCH. ACCU Cardiac Med/Surg Clinical Resource Team (Float Pool) Emergency MICU Obstetrics (OB) Psych/North Harbor Rehab Renal Stroke Unit *Call for details. For more information and to apply online, visit the DCH website at Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply. DCH Health System is an EOE. dchsystem.com DCH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - Tuscaloosa, AL NORTHPORT MEDICAL CENTER - Northport, AL

4 Page 4 Mississippi RN June, July, August 2016 $1,000 Burdonne Young School of Nursing Bequest Scholarships The Mississippi Nurses Foundation was proud to offer every School of Nursing in Mississippi a $1,000 scholarship made possible by the Emma Burdonne Young Scholarship Fund. The students were selected by the School of Nursing Leadership based on criteria set forth by the Mississippi Nurses Foundation Scholarship Committee. We are proud to congratulate the following nursing students on receiving the Emma Burdonne Young School of Nursing Scholarship: Mississippi Nurses Foundation Alcorn State University Belhaven University (split) Belhaven University (split) Coahoma Community College Copiah - Lincoln Community College Delta State University Robert E. Smith School of Nursing East Central Community College East Mississippi Community College Hinds Community College Holmes Community College Itawamba Community College Jones County Jr. College Meridian Community College Mississippi College Mississippi Delta Community College Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Mississippi University for Women (split) Mississippi University for Women (split) Northeast Mississippi Community College Northwest Mississippi Community College Pearl River Community College Southwest Mississippi Community College UMMC School of Nursing University of Southern Mississippi William Carey University Keianna Torrey Kellie Foreman Laura Myers Tyler Comans Charis Ellington Jeni Wood Hannah Locke Cristen Nash Allison Dallas Grace Clark Ana Gabriela Gaxiola Niyia Newman Jonathan Adams Margaret Ann Wood Selena Roberts April Smith Ashley Kinney JoAnne Fauver Davelin Woodard Rachel Clay Tina Hawthorne Win a 2016 Honda Civic The Mississippi Nurses Foundation (MNF) 2016 fundraiser features a 2016 Honda Civic. The lucky raffle winner will win ownership of a brand new Honda Civic, the 2016 North American Car of the Year! from Paul Moak Honda. Tickets are $25 each or buy 4 and get 1 Free. The drawing will take place October 21, 2016 at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Conference in Biloxi, MS. Ticket sales for the 2016 Honda Civic will be available at several nursing events throughout the state and at Paul Moak Honda in Jackson, Mississippi. For more information about the raffle and ticket purchase, please contact the Mississippi Nurses Foundation at or For more information about the 2016 Honda Civic contact Paul Moak Honda at Mississippi Nurses Foundation announces deadline for $6,000 Car Tag Stipends The Mississippi Nurses Foundation will award twelve stipends, made possible by the Nurses Car Tag Program-Nurses Touch Lives. The stipends will be awarded to nursing students enrolled in an accredited Associate, Baccalaureate, Master s or Doctoral Nursing Program in Mississippi. Deadline for application is June 17, Stipends will be awarded by July 15, Mississippi Nurses Foundation announces deadline for up to $2,000 Research Award. Applicant must be a member of MNA, enrolled in master s or doctoral graduate program in Mississippi, or a clinician, educator or administrator working in a health care facility in Mississippi. Deadline for application is July 17, Award date is August 15, For application information and forms, please visit or contact: MS Nurses Foundation 31 Woodgreen Place Madison, MS foundation@msnurses.org

5 June, July, August 2016 Mississippi RN Page 5 The Mississippi Nurses Association Congratulates Nurse Practitioners and Advocates to be Honored at the National AANP Conference MNA congratulates our members and friends of nursing for receiving prestigious awards and recognition from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). We are proud to announce the selection of two of our members as Fellows with the American Association of Nurse Practitioners; one member as the recipient of the AANP 2016 State Award for Excellence; and one avid MNA supporter as the recipient of the AANP State Award for Nurse Practitioner Advocate. Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP, GNP, and Johnnie Sue Cooper Wijewardane, PhD, FNP- BC have been selected as 2016 Fellows by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. The Fellows of AANP (FAANP), established by AANP in 2000, is dedicated to the global advancement of NPs and the high-quality health care they deliver. AANP Fellows are selected based on outstanding contributions to clinical practice, research, education or policy. Christie Robbins, NP-C, FGLNA is receiving the AANP State Award for Nurse Practitioner Excellence. This award was founded in 1991, and recognizes a nurse practitioner (NP) in a state who demonstrates excellence in practice. In 1993, the State Award for Nurse Practitioner Advocate was added to recognize the efforts of individuals who have made a significant contribution toward increasing awareness and acceptance of NPs. This award is being bestowed upon our friend in nursing, Representative Doug McLeod. Nurse practitioners and nurse practitioner advocates will be honored during the AANP 2016 National Conference June 21-26, 2016, in San Antonio, TX. Christie holds a BSN in nursing and MSN with a family nurse practitioner focus from Delta State University, and recently completed a geriatric nursing leadership fellowship from Sigma Theta Tau and Arizona State University. She is currently employed at Forrest General Hospital Orthopedic Institute in Hattiesburg, MS. She is an active member of AANP and MNA, serving as a member of the MNA Advanced Practice Council. State Award for Nurse Practitioner Advocate Representative Doug McLeod (District 107 George, Stone) will be presented the AANP 2016 State Award for Nurse Practitioner Advocate during the AANP 2016 Conference. The State Award for Nurse Practitioner Advocate recognizes the efforts of individuals who have made a significant contribution toward increasing awareness and acceptance of NPs. Representative McLeod has been an advocate for nurse practitioners for many years, sponsoring legislation, participating in events and providing support to the Nurse Practitioners of Mississippi. He was the recipient of the 2014 MNA Advocate of the Year Award. Fellows of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP) Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP, GNP, will be recognized as a Fellow with the American Association of Nurse Practitioners at the 2016 AANP Annual Conference. The Fellows of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP) program was established by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) to recognize nurse practitioner (NP) leaders who have made outstanding contributions to health care through NP education, policy, clinical practice, or research. Fellows of AANP are visionaries and, as such, hold an annual think tank to strategize about the future of nurse practitioners and health care. Dr. Byrd holds a BSN degree from Mississippi College, a MSN degree from MUW, and a PhD from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is an active member of MNA, serving on numerous committees, and is one of MNA s premier presenters. Johnnie Sue Cooper Wijewardane, PhD, FNP-BC has been selected as a 2016 Fellow by The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). AANP Fellows are a group of leaders whose scholarly and forward thinking contributions have led to meaningful improvements to health care and the nurse practitioner role. They look to impact national and global health by engaging recognized nurse practitioners to lead new initiatives and support the AANP mission. Dr. Wijewardane earned her doctorate, master s and bachelor s degrees from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She has been a graduate faculty member at The W since 2008 and a nurse practitioner for 15 years. With experience in a variety of settings from neuro, ER/ICU, occupational health, family practice and geriatrics, Wijewardane was part of developing the doctorate of nursing practice, The W s first doctoral program. Dr. Wijewardane is an active member of MNA, and she is one of our premier presenters. State Award for Nurse Practitioner Excellence Christie Robbins, NP-C, FGLNA, will be presented the AANP 2016 State Award for Nurse Practitioner Excellence. The State Award for Nurse Practitioner Excellence recognizes a nurse practitioner (NP) in a state who demonstrates excellence in practice. Come shop with us! Scrubs, lab coats, stethoscopes, shoes, medical supplies, & accessories from all your favorite brands! Enter code GOG10 to save 10% on all orders! Visit ShopNurse.com today!

6 Page 6 Mississippi RN June, July, August 2016 Executive Director s Column There is so much to do-and it s all amazing! That statement was spoken repeatedly by attendees at the MNA APRN Conference in Meridian. The event kicked off with Pre-Conference workshops covering some of the trending topics in the nursing profession, including a PQRS Review, ICD-10 Review, EKG Interpretation, and DOT FMCSA Medical Examiner Certification Review. Teresa Malone Giving a nod to Meridian s famous Highland Park Dentzel Carousel, Thursday s opening reception featured a retro-carnival vibe, replete with carnival animals including elephants, tigers, lions, and giraffes. Puppies could be found snuggled in a TRAUMA CONFERENCE Where the whole team comes together from the sidelines to the end zone. BancorpSouth Arena September 12 & 13 Cadaver and Disaster Lab hosted by the North Trauma Care Region NORTH NORTH MS TRAUMA SYSTEM INC. Contact: northmstrauma@gmail.com for more information THE APPRECIATION OF YOUR PATIENTS. THE RESPECT OF YOUR COLLEAGUES. basket and the petting zoo was a hit! Some animals were on loan from the Toys-R-Us (zoo) in Meridian, and others went home to their excited forever families. Mayor Percy Bland welcomed attendees to Meridian and touted the contribution that APRNs make every day for the patients of Meridian and Mississippi. Dr. Thomas Dobbs, State Epidemiologist, opened the Conference with the most up-to-date information on the Zika Virus. Throughout the Conference, attendees had their pick of numerous clinical sessions as well as sessions addressing the latest non-clinical topics in health care. Dr. Lynn Langley, Brett Thompson, and Phyllis Johnson joined attendees at Friday s luncheon at the beautiful Meridian City Hall where they provided an in-depth update from the Mississippi Board of Nursing. Meridian is known for its art community; therefore, MNA was delighted to present Meridian artist, Greg Cartmell s, Mississippi Light, signed by the artist, to lucky attendees during the luncheon. Recognizing the APRN s increased contact with the media and the proliferation of social media, Laura Davis Carmichael, City of Meridian s Cultural Affairs Coordinator, presented words of wisdom from her many years of experience in working with the media. Back by popular request, Curnis Upkins, Jr. used his trademark engaging presentation style to convey the importance of effectively communicating with staff for better health outcomes. Throughout the day, attendees were provided time to interact with the many sponsors and exhibitors at the Dynamic Expo. MNA appreciates the many sponsors and exhibitors who helped make the APRN Conference a success. Constance Harthcock took home the Grand Door Prize, a 45-gallon Yeti cooler. Friday evening showcased a tradition resonating with country music and blues lovers alike. Meridian s own, Jimmy Rogers, is known as the father of country music, and Mississippi is home of the blues. Friday s NURSES: THE HEARTBEAT OF OUR HOSPITAL JOIN STONE COUNTY HOSPITAL TODAY! Competitive salary & benefits Hard working, energetic, team-oriented staff Established hospital, with two medical clinics Located in the quiet and beautiful city of Wiggins Send your resume to schjobs@schospital.net. concert held in the opulent MSU Riley Center Historic Theatre showcased two acts that would make Jimmy Rogers and BB King proud! The Lucky Hand Blues Band opened the evening in true blues style! Headlining the night was Mississippi native, Travis Meadows, recognized by some of country music s greatest artists as being Nashville s brutally honest and authentic songwriter. Descriptive words never rang truer! Attendees laughed as he recalled family traditions so close to home in Good Country People and emotions overflowed when he sang his touching tribute to his grandfather, Black. On Saturday morning, Dr. Linda Watkins and I were honored to provide an update on the legislative session and some of the key challenges APRNs are facing. Our keynote was Dr. Ann Rogers, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAASM, renowned for her work on the Staff Nurse Fatigue and Patient Safety Study that resulted in sweeping policy changes. Dr. Rogers presented statistics and information about the impact of fatigue and long work hours on patient safety that resonated with attendees. Continuing our homage to the carousel, Hali Miller won the posh and fashionable Kate Spade Carousel Purse! On Friday and Saturday, MNA s first PMHNP Certification Review was held. Thank you to all the volunteers who presented during this review and special recognition to Dr. Cindy Luther who coordinated this much sought-after course! From an Introduction to Mindfulness Practice to Pharmacology of Anxiety, Depression, and Insomnia to Active Shooter Preparedness and so much more - the APRN Conference provided valuable information to the APRN attendees! We would like to thank Mayor Percy Bland, the MSU Riley Center, and the Meridian/Lauderdale County Tourism Bureau for being gracious hosts, and for giving us such a warm Meridian welcome. A special thanks to our District 16 members who served as Ambassadors during the Conference. We appreciate all the APRNs, presenters and exhibitors who joined us in Meridian, and invite you to join us in Biloxi for our Annual Convention, October 18-21, Come be a part of our great team in Batesville. Full and Part Time RNs Pay dependent on experience. If you want to make a difference, this is the right place for you. 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7 June, July, August 2016 Mississippi RN Page 7 APRN Spring Conference 2016 Special Thanks to the 2016 APRN Conference Sponsors & Exhibitors Abbvie Ace Hardware of Quitman Allegis Pharmaceuticals LLC Alliance Health Center Alzheimer s Association Anderson Regional Health System Capstone College of Nursing The University of Alabama Chamberlain College of Nursing CRAssociates, Inc. Deaconess Home Care Everyday Gourmet of Jackson Gideons International Integrated Care Professionals Jackson Heart Clinic, P.A. Keystone Healthcare Management Laerdahl Lalo + Rae Jewelry Lifecore Health Group Lilly, USA M&M Florist Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa Meda Pharmaceuticals Medicare DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Memorial Hospital MS AIDS Education and Training Centers (AETC) Mississippi Nurses Foundation Mississippi Nurses Foundation - Office of Tobacco Control Mississippi State Department of Health Mississippi Tobacco Quitline Mississippi Vein Institute North Sunflower Medical Center Novo Nordisk Pain Management Center of Meridian Perfumania of Jackson Pine Grove Behavioral Health Pocket Nurse Rush Health Systems Southern Behavioral Medicine Associates TAME, LLC Total Pain Care, LLC Toys R Us of Meridian Troy University University of Tennessee Chattanooga William Carey University XenoPort APRN Spring Conference 2016 sponsored by

8 Page 8 Mississippi RN June, July, August 2016 Report from Council on Advanced Practice Linda Watkins, DNP, RN, FNP-C Several bills that would impact Nurse Practitioner practice and patient care were introduced in both the Senate and the House in the Mississippi State Legislature. As Director of the Council on Advanced Practice for MNA and serving as the AANP State Representative, I was excited to witness the level of support from legislators Linda Watkins regarding the practice of APRNs. This article provides a brief overview of three bills, two on the Senate side and one from the House side. SB2026/HB70 were introduced and intended to remove the requirement for a collaborative agreement as a pre-condition of Nurse Practitioner (NP) practice. Merit Health Northwest Mississippi is a Joint Commission accredited, 181-bed, for-profit regional medical center located in Clarksdale, MS. Registered Nurses Experienced & New Grads Sign on Bonus (for 2-year commitment) Apply today! Although there was a significant amount of education and support by the Nursing community and legislators who support the Nursing profession, these bills did not advance. The Mississippi Board of Medical Licensure (MBOML) recently posted proposed updates to Part 2630 Chapter 1: Collaboration with Nurse Practitioners that impacted the collaborative agreement requirements for physicians and NPs. These can be viewed by going to the MBOML s site This proposed modification to the rule would increase the mileage limitation, but could also present new challenges to rural and individual clinics. Shortly after these changes were posted, the Senate amended HB41 (Interstate Medical Licensure Compact) that would remove the MBOML s jurisdiction over the practice of nurse practitioners and any physician who has a collaborative relationship insofar as that collaborative relationship is concerned. After passage of the amendment to HB 41, the MBOML filed a revised proposed rule change that modifies the definition of a free standing clinic from LPN & RN OPPORTUNITIES Hospital/Facilities/Home Care Staffing Serving Mississippi Years for over25 From the Gulf Coast to Memphis... Skilled Nursing at Ruleville Nursing & Rehab Contact Tina Alexander, Executive Director ms58ed@tarahc.com RNs & LPNs WE NEED YOU! Call pcnursing.com 15 miles to 75 miles. Subsequently, HB 41 was sent to Conference. The Conference Report recommended that the Senate recede from this amendment, and the House and Senate concurred with the Conference Report. The Mississippi Nurses Association [AANP NP Organization Member] along with AANP, the Mississippi Board of Nursing, the Mississippi Association of Nurse Anesthetists and Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners [AANP NP Organization Member] plan to continue efforts to educate the legislature and the public of the benefits and improved access to care that patients receive in states that have passed Full Practice Authority Bills. Over the past few months I have read articles in the newspaper, comments on TV interviews, IPod casts, and blogs that misrepresent Full Practice Authority. Here are some facts to correct the fallacies that have been presented: NP s are a proven response to the evolving trends toward wellness and preventive health care as driven by consumer demand. A solid body of evidence demonstrates that NPs have consistently proven to be cost-effective providers of high quality care for 50 years. This evidence continues to grow as our medical care is monitored by computer accessed programs. A systematic review of 37 studies, Newhouse et al. (2011), found consistent evidence that cost-related outcomes such as length of stay, emergency visits and hospitalizations for NP care are equivalent to those of physicians. Using Texas as a model state, Perryman (2012) analyzed the potential economic impact that would be associated with greater use of NPs and other advanced practice nurses, projecting over $16 billion in immediate savings which would increase over time. Mississippi remains #51 among all states in providing patient access to care, length of stay, emergency room visits and hospitalizations (Commonwealth Fund (2015). States that have passed Full Practice Authority have not reverted back to collaborative or supervisory status. Mississippi requires a collaborative agreement between a physician and a nurse practitioner. There is no current language referring to supervision or Physician/Nurse Practitioner ratio. There are a plethora of documents supporting the safety and effectiveness of NP outcomes. When compared to physicians, studies indicate that there is no significant difference between the care provided by physicians and NPs. We are appreciative of the many Senators and Representatives who supported us during this legislative session. PNT Program for Nursing Students This program offers students $8.55 hour, and the PNT must work at least sixteen (16) hours per pay period (every 2 weeks). Being in the PNT program at SMRMC offers nursing students more clinical time under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. After graduation, students who work for SMRMC will be eligible to be hired as an RN. We offer $4,000 loan reimbursement with a two-year commitment, reimbursement for completing an NCLEX review course and eight hours of pay for the day the new graduate takes their boards. 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10 Page 10 Mississippi RN June, July, August 2016 The Mississippi Nurses Foundation holds its Brick Garden Ceremony The Mississippi Nurses Foundation held its Brick Garden In Honor and in Memory ceremony Saturday, May 14, 2016 at the Mississippi Center for Nursing in Madison MS. The Center was packed to capacity as nurses and friends of nurses joined us in celebrating the life and legacy of nurses throughout the state. Dr. Ladonna Northington, MNF Board President shared the History and Purpose of the Brick Ceremony. Please join us in congratulating and remembering the following nurses In Honor and In Memory : In Honor Libby Carlson, Brittany Spann, Jasmine Nicole Mitchell, Audrey Fisher, Anna DeLeon, Bertiel Oscar, Margie Ross, Lucy Fisher Joyner and Joyce Caracci In Memory Carlton Fleming, Laurie Westmoreland, Baby Nadia Smith, Willie Roberts, Rose Arrington, Arlene Ward Bradshaw, Deloris Smith, Marianne Craft Holley, Nancy Johnson, Sharon Lucy, Gleneve Finney and Eunice Northington A special thanks to our sponsor and nurse Dr. Kaye Bender; Photographer, Antonio Mack One Over Images; Arrow 401 from Clinton High School; and Bradley Davis from Madison Central High School. As the state s largest multi-specialty clinic, Hattiesburg Clinic has more than 300 physicians and providers representing over 45 medical specialties in South Mississippi. Come explore some of the many reasons why Hattiesburg Clinic has been a health care provider of choice for South Mississippi for over 50 years. SimpleWreath SimpleWreath specializes in handmade, natural looking wreaths that enhance the beauty of your home, both inside and out. Etsy: Facebook: simplewreath@gmail.com Magnolia Health is currently hiring for Registered Nurses! Apply online at Correctional Medical Associates Please enjoy 10% off with coupon code: NURSE10 Seeking RNs, LPNs and NPs for FT, PT and PRN work in Harrison County Correctional Facilities. For LPNs & RNs, a minimum of 1 yr med surge, long term care, nursing home, or emergency room experience. For NPs, a minimum of 1 year of family practice, internal medicine or mental health experience. Valid MS license; valid TB certification (LPN & RN); valid BLS; correctional experience a plus, but not required. Competitive salary and benefits. Please forward resumes to sthomas@correctionalmed.com. I would love to have you visit my shop! If you have questions or would like to request a custom order, please do not hesitate to contact me.

11 June, July, August 2016 Mississippi RN Page 11 MNA District 7 hosts the Second Annual Heart and Sole 5K MASN Attends Convention in Orlando Amber Chancelor, BSN, RN The race is on! MNA District 7 hosted The Second Annual Heart and Sole 5K on April 23, 2016 at the Longleaf Trace in Hattiesburg, MS. Proceeds from the race will be used to support Kids Hub Child Advocacy Center. The weather was perfect and everyone had a great time getting together and supporting such a great cause. The race grew from last year and we can t wait to see what is in store for next year. MNA Congratulates Amber Chancelor, District 7 President, and all the District 7 members for sponsoring this successful event. Recently the board for the Mississippi Association of Students Nurses went to the National Student Nurses Association s (NSNA) Annual Convention in Orlando, Florida. During convention, there were sessions offered on career development, specialty nursing areas, community disaster preparedness, and many other topics. This year the 64th House of Delegates convened to review current hot topics in nursing and vote on resolutions submitted by student nurses from around the country. Sarah Catherine Yawn, Blake Anderson, and Tyler Comans represented the state of Mississippi during NSNA s House of Delegates. As the Second Vice President for MASN, Blake Anderson acts as the board s parliamentarian and was in charge of submitting our resolution for review at the House of Delegates. When asked about his resolution, Blake was very eager to describe his passion to raise awareness about alcohol and pregnancy. When I first learned that I would be writing a resolution, I didn t know which topic I wanted to write about, Blake stated. After doing some research about possible topics, Blake knew that he was interested in doing something for the victims of abuse and/or addiction. In his research, he reviewed an article that stated one in ten women drink alcohol while pregnant. He was astonished by this statistic at first. Upon further research, he realized how common drinking while pregnant really is, along with the high incidence of birth defects associated with alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Maternal alcohol consumption can lead to fetal issues ranging from mental deficit to intrauterine growth restrictions. He realized that even though fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder are diseases with such devastating, lifelong effects, they are entirely preventable. Mississippi s resolution was named, IN SUPPORT OF INCREASING EDUCATION AND AWARENESS RELATED TO DANGERS OF ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION DURING PREGNANCY. The resolution passed unanimously and is the third resolution that Mississippi has had passed in the history of NSNA s House of Delegates. All of the Resolutions passed during NSNA s 64th House of Delegates are available for viewing on MASN s website It felt great to be involved in such an important process for this issue.

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