NANAINA Newsletter
Summer 2002 Newsletter
Summit VIII September 18-22, 2002 Westin Hotel Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Further information visit our Conference Page |
NANAINA Board Meets in D.C. |
| NANAINA Board Members gathered in Washington, D.C., July 8-9, 2002 for
an annual business meeting and to refine the current status and future
direction of the organization. NANAINA Members interested to review the
organizations 2002 Strategic Plan, please contact one of the Board Members. During the business meeting, NANAINA met with key leaders in Washington, DC. Those individuals included: Dr. Fay Gary, Chair ANA/EMFP, who discussed the Ethnic Minority Fellowship opportunity: Dr. Nate Stinson, Office of Minority Health Director; Dr. Denise Geolot, HRSA Division Director; RADM Mary Pat Couig, Chief Nurse Officer, PHS; Ms. Marsha Henderson, FDA; Celesa Stevens, IHS; and Diane Cullo, from AIHEC. NANAINA expressed the desire to partner and facilitate efforts to increase the number of AI/AN nurses, be a resource for AI/AN health issues, and promote access and quality health care for AI/AN people. NCEMNA NANAINA continues to be an active member organization of the National Coalition of Ethnic Minority Nurses Association (NCEMNA). NANAINA is one of five professional nursing organizations comprising NCEMNA. Other member organizations are: Asian American/Pacific Islander Nurses Association (AAPINA), National Hispanic Nurses (NAHN), National Black Nurses Association, Inc. (NBNA), and the Philippine Nurses Association of America, Inc. (PNAA). Representative NANAINA Board Members participating in NCEMNA: Dr. Bette Keltner, Sandy Haldane and Lillian Tom-Orme. NCEMNA is a coalition. The collaboration “gives voice to 350,000 minority nurses and to the lived health experience of a constituency marginalized from mainstream health delivery systems” (NCEMNA, 2002). The number of ethnic minority nurses varies within each ethnic group. Concern for cultural diversity as it relates to the nursing profession and health status of ethnic minority groups, brings NCEMNA members together. Leaders of the five member organizations are committed to a unit voice to address health disparities and realize health gains. The Coalition clearly states its purpose is to “advocate for equity and justice in nursing and health care for ethnic minority populations” (NCEMNA, 2002). NCEMNA goals are: (a) development of a cadre of ethnic nurses reflecting the nation’s diversity; (b) advocacy for culturally competent, accessible and affordable health care; (c) promotion of professional and educational advancement of ethnic nurses; (d) education of consumers, health care professionals and policy makers on health issues of minority populations; (e) development of ethnic minority leaders in areas of health policy, practice, education, and research; (f) endorsement of best practice models of nursing practice, education, and research for minority populations (NCEMNA, 2002). [NCEMNA (2002). Proceedings from March 2002 meeting between NCEMNA and NINR meeting, “Uniting Resources to Address Health Disparities”. Washington, D.C.] Uniting Resources To Address Health Disparities NANAINA participated in a collaboration of NCEMNA and the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR), March 2002, “Uniting Resources To Address Health Disparities”. NANAINA representatives were: Sandy Haldane, Sandy Littlejohn, Dr. Bette Keltner, and Dr. Lillian Tom-Orme. Each NCEMNA organizational leader presented their organizations mission and strategic goals related to health disparities within their ethnic group. Additionally, the member organizations noted two common NCEMNA aims: (a) development of a research trajectory for minority scientists, which is sustainable and realizable in five years; and (b) cultivate interest in nursing research within their particular nursing organization. NIH leaders shared their knowledge and expertise related to grant funding. Through a collaborative exercise, four recommendations emerged: (a) coalition collaboration through strategic conferences to increase the number of minority researchers; (b) develop and test a culturally based minority nurse research mentoring program to address health disparities; (c) increase access for professional and career development in nursing research; and (d) access NINR/NIH funding support to further develop NCEMNA infrastructure. Each recommendation also included aims, methodology, and evaluation strategies. Back to Top |
NANAINA Nurse Spotlight: |
*We would like to continue to "spotlight" a NANAINA Nurse in future Nursing Notes and celebrate professional accomplishments. Please submit contributions to [email protected] Back to Top |
Historian's Nook |
Dr. Karine Crow *Please submit contributions to this column about the history of Alaska Native and American Indian nursing from your area, state or region to Karine Crow by e-mail to: [email protected]. Along with your submission include your name, address, e-mail and telephone number. Back to Top |
Honoring Our Elders |
Dr. Karine Crow Please submit contributions to this column related to honoring our elder Alaska Native and American Indian nurses from your area, state or region to Karine Crow, [email protected]. We would like to honor an individual from a different region, tribe, and practice area each newsletter. Along with your submission include your name, address, e-mail, and telephone number. Back to Top |
NANAINA Leadership |
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Highlights |
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| Online Web Resources - More Links |
To those of you cyber nurses, novice to expert, NANAINA members periodically find websites that might interest other members. Here's some of those, please contribute those you might recommend for reference for NA/AI issues. Sites sponsored by the American Nurses Association: http://www.NursingWorld.org - Up to the Minute Nursing News-By Nurses for Nurses http://www.NursesBooks.org - Latest standards available. http://www.RNCE.org - Online CE modules; Instant certificates-Scholarly content. http://www.NursingMall.org - Nurse specific goods and service. http://www.firstamericans.org - Organization in Los Angeles honoring AI actors. Back to Top |
Announcements |
Special Diabetes Program - Funding Expires 2003 FY 2003 is the last year of funding for the Special Diabetes Program. Unless Congress re-authorizes the program, funding for our promising tribal efforts and activities will end. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) submits a reauthorization request: “The American Diabetes Association requests that the Special Diabetes Program be extended for ten years beginning in fiscal year 2004, when funding would otherwise expire. In addition, the Association requests that starting in fiscal year 2003, federal funding increase from the current level of $100 million to $200 million annually for each of the programs, American Indians and type 1 diabetes research.” The ADA’s Awakening the Spirit Program promotes the important role we all play in advocating to create healthy tribal communities. The diabetes funding provided by Congress has made a significant impact on AI/AN communities. Harkin-Stevens Bill In August 2002, NANAINA joined other professional nursing organizations within the ANSR Alliance (Americans for Nursing Shortage Relief) to state support for the Harkin-Stevens Bill to amend the “Higher Education Act of 1965” and increase nursing education loan opportunities within the Department of Education. This will bring more nurses into the profession and support creation of nurse educators, through loan forgiveness after five years of service in a clinical setting or at an accredited school of nursing. This bill is scheduled to be introduced when the Senate reconvenes in September. A site visit to the HoChunk Nation Health Clinic, Black River Falls, Wisconsin, was interesting for participants. HoChunk Nation Heritage presenter, Suzette LeMere, provided an overview of the HoChunk people and life ways. The final session of the conference took place at Beaver Creek Reserve in rural Wisconsin. A beautiful setting for an inspiring gathering of faculty, AI/AN students and nurses! Fund Free Mammograms The breast cancer site http://www.thebreastcancersite.com will donate at least one free mammogram a day to an underprivileged woman, based on the number of daily contacts to their website. It takes less than a minute to go to their website and click on “Fund Free Mammograms” for free. Their corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number of daily visits to donate a mammogram in exchange for advertising. Pass it along to friends! NACNEP Invites Nominations NACNEP (National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice) invites nominations for FY 2003. The duties of the NACNEP as written in Title VIII include to provide advice and recommendations to the Secretary and Congress concerning policy matters arising in the administration of this title, including the range of issues relating to the nurse workforce, education, and practice improvement. The nomination is invited of NANAINA membership, closing date: August 23, 2002. Further information may be obtained at the NACNEP website http://www.bhpr.hrsa.gov/nursing and select About NACNEP NANAINA Speakers Bureau: NANAINA’s membership includes a wide variety of expertise that can be provided to others. Through the NANINA Speaker’s Bureau members can share their expertise with others interested in AI/AN health care issues. By establishing a speaker’s bureau, NANAINA hopes to make a difference in improving the health care of AI/AN people as well as expand its service to communities nationwide that provide health care to AI/AN people. If you have expertise in an area of nursing specific to AI/AN populations and would like to share that expertise in the manner of a public speaker, please call NANAINA @ 1-888-566-8773. NANAINA will publicize the fact that it has a speaker’s bureau and be able to fulfill requests that may arise from organizations looking for nurses with expertise in AI/AN health care issues. It will be expected that requesting organizations pay travel, per diem and honorarium for the speaker. Educational Opportunity The Cancer, Culture and Literacy Institute is a series of educational activities that examine the nexus of culture and literacy relating to effective communications and research. This NCI funded program includes a five-day hands-on intensive learning experience in Tampa, Florida, January 4-9, 2003, as well as monthly continuing educational modules delivered via the web, and mentoring experiences with nationally recognized scholars involved in this area of scientific inquiry. A yearlong commitment is expected where participants apply new knowledge in their research activities. Tuition, transportation, lodging, meals, and resources are provided to participants during the five-day program. Doctorally prepared investigators wishing to enrich their perspectives on culture and literacy in the conceptualization and design of cancer control/population science research should apply. Deadline for receipt of application: September 30, 2002, 5:00 pm EST. For more information about the Institute and eligibility requirements, call (813) 632-1414 or email Dr. Cathy Meade [email protected] Nurse Shortage Prompts Exam Board Change One method US hospitals have addressed the nursing shortage is by hiring tens of thousands of foreign born nursing school graduates in recent years. Foreign candidates for US positions must pass licensing examinations along with two English-proficiency tests. Currently, the exams are only administered in the US. But the National Council of State Boards of Nursing will start offering the tests in overseas countries by October of 2004, eliminating the need for candidates to travel to the US before being hired. Some statistics of interest: More than 23,000 foreigners took US the nurse licensure exam last year, the expectation is for that number to grow as convenience of test taking close to home will now be possible; more than half of the applicants come from the Philippines; US health care providers spend as much as $10,000 per hire in recruiting efforts and immigration costs to fill their vacancies. Source: Steve Friess, “US Looks Abroad for Nurses,” USA Today, August 20, 2002. Advertisement Space is Available through the NANAINA Nursing Notes newsletter. For more information, please contact: Janis Givan, RN, MPH 25813 145th Place SE Kent, WA 98042 253-593-0232 phone 253-272-6138 fax [email protected] NANAINA Items For Sale! See our Online Store for order forms and more information A variety of NANAINA items are for sale. Sweatshirts in colors: White and ash M-3X..............$20 Long Sleeve T-shirts: White and ash M-3X..............$15 Short Sleeve T-shirts: White and ash M-3X..............$12 NANAINA Logo Pin.................$10 NANAINA Logo Note cards: Set of 15……………….........……..$10 Postage and Handling:...........$ 5/pound Please contact: Janis Givan at: 1-253-593-0107, M-F, 8am-5pm and reference NANAINA for more specific ordering information. 2000 NANAINA Board of Directors - Meet the Current Board President: Sandra Haldene President-Elect: Lillian Tom-Orme Treasurer: Janis Givan Secretary: Sandra Littlejohn Call 1-888-566-8773 to be put in touch. Back to Top |
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