Texas Nurses Association

TNA is looking for members to tell their stories of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. During national observances, we will be posting 30-second videos from nurses who identify with the groups that are being recognized. Sign up here to learn more: https://ow.ly/ee2G50SzUko

In the recent Texas Nursing magazine: Meet Nancy Ornelas, the first LVN to join TNA. https://ow.ly/A0MT50SegAe

Our thoughts are with those affected by hashtag #HurricaneBeryl. Texas nurses, as you care for those in need, don't forget to care for yourselves as well. Visit Care for the Caregiver, https://ow.ly/FOst50SxeVk, for tips on how to cope during natural disasters.

Be careful outside in the heat! 'Tis the season for sunscreen, water, and plenty of shade. Brush up on your knowledge of heat-related illnesses and how to prevent them here: https://ow.ly/jsAU50Sv2zq

Last week I traveled to Washington DC for the American Nurses Association Membership Assembly as a Member Observer. On Thursday I visited with staff from four legislative offices and completed about 12 drop offs with other offices to #adovate for national nursing issues. Our Texas team had so much fun and had the opportunity to be silly and serious throughout the experience. I was also privileged to reconnect with some of my favorite virtual colleagues, meet new ones, and shake the hands of some of my nursing role models. I’m still reflecting on my key takeaways and lessons learned but the one thing I am sure of is #nurses have the answers. We are #innovators #researchers #educators and #compassionate all essential to fix the healthcare crisis before us. If we let ourselves be devisive, we will remain unchanged. But if we work together we are GREAT and our impact can be greater! Our potential is untapped and I’m ready to support the movement to advance our profession! Thank you to every single person I encountered during this experience (below) and those I forgot to mention or haven’t yet connected with. I’m blessed to know you! #drivingchange Serena Bumpus DNP RN NEA-BC Amy McCarthy Gayle Dasher Joyce Batcheller Christopher Vestal, BSN, RN, MEDSURG-BC, NE-BC Mary Vitullo, MBA, MSN, RN, CV-BC, PCCN, NE-BC, CLSSBB Nelson Tuazon, DNP, DBA, RN, NEA-BC, FNAP, FACHE, FAAN Dr. Regina Williams, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CCHP Courtney Thompson Dr. Brittany N. Wall Mona Gaw DNP, RN Vanessa Trevino Oriana Beaudet, DNP RN FAAN Olivia Lemberger PhD,RN,NPD-BC Jennifer Mensik Kennedy PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Dr. Sherri J. Vivienne Pierce McDaniel, DNP, MSN, RN Pam Cipriano Barbara Blakeney, MS, RN, FNAP Jasmine B. Umamaheswari Venugopal Ernest Grant G. Rumay Alexander, Ed.D, MSN, BSN, RN, FAAN Katie Boston- Leary, PHD, MBA, MHA, RN, NEA-BC Texas Nurses Association

Our own Kayce Ward did an incredible job representing Tex-TRAC (Texas Teleforensic Remote Assistance Center) and our school at the Texas Nurses Association conference last month! Keynote speaker Sarah Gregorio even mentioned Tex-TRAC in her speech as an example of nurses making an impact 💜 How cool! #TAMUNursing #AggieNurse

Eight of our outstanding registered nurses were recently recognized by the Texas Nurses Association and Sigma Global Nursing Excellence. Meet our 2024 Nurse Imagemakers who exemplify professionalism, positivity, leadership and community contributions: • Leticia Canchola, nurse educator, 7 Med/Psych • Walter Magramo, staff nurse, GI Lab • Exequiel Naculangan, Jr., patient care coordinator, 10 Sky ACU • John Rees, senior executive director, Nursing Administration • Sherry Saldua, patient care coordinator, 12 MSU/MSE • Lucille Young, nurse manager, University Medicine Associates primary care, Robert B. Green Campus • Genivy Gomez, nurse educator, ambulatory education at Texas Diabetes Institute • Almina Anudin-Cacho, patient care coordinator, Infusion Center Join us in celebrating these inspiring individuals who make a difference every day! #NurseExcellence #NurseImagemaker #texasnurses

July is UV Safety Month! As Texas gets hotter, it's important to know how to protect yourself and others out in the heat. Here are some sun safety tips to keep in mind this month: https://lnkd.in/g-sh_CHJ

Happy Fourth of July, Texas nurses! Our offices will be closed on July 4, to reopen Friday. Wishing you a safe and happy Independence Day!

An Ice cream social - the best way to beat the summer heat. Congrats Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo on winning this year's Nurses Week Blue Bell giveaway.