Greetings from the Chapter Advisory Team Chair
If you are anything like me you are wondering what happened to 2007 let alone how is it that we are in the third week of January 2008?! We are just recovering from the holidays and the majority of us are back into our daily routines. So let me remind you of responsibilities from the NAON perspective that are fast approaching.
For the NAON members it is time to vote for candidates one for President Elect and one for Director. As Chapter President, Chapter Leader, and as Chapter members encourage each other to vote. It is so easy in a big organization such as NAON to distance ourselves from the operational issues and just sit back, pay dues, and partake of the benefits of NAON.
As a professional though I challenge you to participate, you do have a voice. NAON is your organization, working for you and to the benefit of our clients in legislation, charity, education, research, and networking.
It is also time to gather your 2007 Chapter information and prepare the annual reports. The annual reports have to be received by the NAON office by April 1, 2008. Not postmarked by April 1, 2008. You will receive information as to how to access the report templates. Information needed includes the number of paid NAON Chapter members you had for 2007, names of the Chapter Leaders, how many contact hours and meetings occurred in 2007, and of course your financial reports. The reports are to be submitted via email. To receive reimbursement from NAON you must submit the annual reports. Remember the reimbursement rate has changed and is $6.00 per member.
As you submit the 2007 report to the NAON office cc the report to your CAT representative also so they can prepare their board reports! If you need assistance preparing your report do not hesitate to contact your CAT representative or the NAON office.
Let me introduce another CAT member, Celeste Rensi, RN…
I returned to Nursing in 1990 when our children entered high school. I worked at Oakwood Hospital Medical Center- Dearborn- Michigan for the next 15 years on the 32 bed Adult Orthopaedic Unit first as staff nurse then Assistant Head Nurse. I am retired now but remain very active in NAON and our Chapter. I joined NAON in 1991 and obtained my ONC designation in 1995. During this time I’ve been Secretary, President-elect, and President many times for our Chapter and for the past 18 years served on our Annual Spring Conference Committee. On the national level I’ve served on the NAON Approver Unit Committee since 1995 and the CAT since 2006. I also enjoyed volunteering for Habitat for Humanity this year and assisted with various functions at our Church.
I am a very proud Mother of three children and Grandmother of three boys. During the summer my husband and I look forward to camping.
Have a safe 2008!
Julie Twiss, RN, BSN, ONC
CAT Chair
jtwiss@bryanlgh.org
(402) 481-3456
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NATIONAL OFFICE UPDATE
- Tip: With leadership changes happening in your Chapter annually, it’s recommended that you set up a free e-mail account dedicated strictly to your Chapter. Some of the more common web sites to do this on are: Yahoo, Hotmail, Gmail, and MSN. If your Chapter has an e-mail address like this, let me know so that your Chapter mailings and important information will be sent there – insuring that the right people are getting all the information.
- Look for your Executive Board Nominees and their position statements on NAON’s Web site at: www.orthonurse.org. Cast your votes for leadership.
- Remember: Chapter reimbursement rate has changed to $6 per Chapter member in 2007. Please budget accordingly and feel free to contact your CAT Representative or Jessica Daniels with any questions.
- All annual reports are due to the National Office and your CAT representative by April 1, 2008 in order for your Chapter to be eligible for its check. There will be no exception to this deadline, so submit your reports early to avoid a time crunch later! Reports must be submitted electronically and can be downloaded from: http://www.orthonurse.org > Chapters > Chapter Resources > Annual Chapter Report Forms or requested from Jessica via e-mail at jdaniels@smithbucklin.com.
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EDUCATION UPDATE
Teleconference:
The Role of Nurses and Medical Assistants in the Orthopaedic Office Setting; A Cohesive Approach
Wednesday, February 20, 2008 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Central
Speaker: Luanne Burcham, RN, BS, ONC
To register for this course, complete the attached registration form and fax in or go to the NAON Web site at www.orthonurse.org and register online. This is a great opportunity to have a Chapter meeting and earn contact hours. The registration fee is per phone line and with that fee you also receive two contact hour certificates! Click here for a flyer to post or distribute.
The dial-in information and slide presentation will be e-mailed to the main contact on the registration form. Be sure to register by Friday, February 15, 2008 to take advantage of the early rate!
Price: Members $65 per line
Non-Members $75 per line
Additional Certificates: $15 each
NAON Regional Symposium:
Effective Management of Traumatic Hip Fracture and Lower Extremity Patients
Date: March 29, 2008 7:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Location: Elmhurst, NY at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Laguardia
Speakers: Miki Patterson, PhD, APRN, ONC
Walter Leclair, MD
To register for this course, complete the attached registration form and fax in or go to the NAON Web site at www.orthonurse.org and register online. This is a great opportunity to bring your whole chapter too. The registration fee is for 7.0 contact hours, lunch and two interactive break-out sessions!
Price: $50.00
2008 Calendar of Events!
March 5-6, 2008 – Nursing and Allied Health Meeting in conjunction with AAOS
April 8, 2008 - Sports Medicine: Female Athlete Triad Teleconference
May 17 – 21, 2008 – NAON Congress
August 23, 2008 – Regional Symposium in Chicago, IL
September 18, 2008 - Boning up on Patient Education Teleconference
October 4, 2008 – Regional Symposium in Denver, CO
November 22, 2007 – Regional Symposium in Las Angeles, CA
Questions?
Contact the National Office at 800.289.6266 or naon@smithbucklin.com
Orthopaedic Review Course
Does your facility need an update in Orthopaedics? Do you have a large amount of chapter or staff members that want to study for the Orthopaedic Nursing Certification? If so, you should host an Orthopaedic Review Course. For more information on the course check out the NAON Web site at: www.orthonurse.org and go to the Certification Tab then click on Orthopaedic Review Course.
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ANNUAL REPORT INFORMATION
Reports Due April 1st!
Included here is a "How To" guide for completing the annual reports for your Chapter's status and health in 2007. All forms are due to the National Office (jdaniels@smithbucklin.com) and your CAT Representative no later than April 1, 2008. Forms recieved after this date will not be eligible for reimbursement, even if all other requirements are met.
New IRS Reporting in 2008
Due to changes in the IRS reporting requirements for 2008 for activity in 2007, all tax-exempt organizations are required to complete Form 990. Though the Form 990 is not included here, completing both tabs of the Financial Report will provide all the data you will need to complete the 990. All Chapters must complete this form in order to maintain tax-exempt status. No Chapter will be covered under a NAON group exemption. For additional information, please visit the Internal Revenue Service Web site.
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NAON MALL - CONGRESS 2008
Interested in participating in the NAON Mall this year in San Jose? Click here for a packet with information and the necessary forms. Any questions? Contact Benjamin Rabe at BRabe@smithbucklin.com
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EACH ONE REACH ONE MEMBERSHIP CHALLENGE
Since the start of the campaign, NAON chapters have recruited 25 new members! Chapter 87, Wisconsin Orthopaedic Nurses lead with the highest percent of growth as well as for the most new members. Chapter 212, Carolina Mountain is right behind with 4 new members. Twelve chapters have joined the campaign-what a great start to 2008!
| 212 - Carolina Mountain |
4 |
11% |
| 158 - Central Virginia |
1 |
3% |
| 003 - Texas Gulf Coast |
1 |
1% |
| 201 - Springfield Ortho Nurses of IL |
1 |
2% |
| 29 - Minnesota Twin Cities |
2 |
2% |
| 87 - Wisconsin Ortho Nurses |
6 |
12% |
| 17 - Baltimore |
1 |
1% |
| 69 - ONNY |
1 |
1% |
| 155 - Summit City |
3 |
4% |
| 157 - SE Nebraska |
1 |
2% |
| 27 - Central Iowa |
1 |
3% |
| 170 - Blue Ridge |
3 |
7% |
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NOMINATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR 2008 NAON HONORS
The NAON Executive Board is proud to announce we are currently accepting nominations for the 2008 Outstanding Orthopaedic Nurse Practice Award and the Clara A. Donahoo Memorial Lectureship Award. These prestigious awards are designed to recognize and reward members for their hard work and dedication to the nursing field as well as to NAON. Visit the NAON Web site for additional information. Nominations for both are due to the NAON National Office by April 1, 2008.
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Additional information, past mailings, and Chapter rosters can be found at www.orthonurse.org > Chapters > Chapter Resources
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