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33rd Annual Conference
Conference Information
 
2008 Conference Information

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About

The National Association of Hispanic Nurses invites you to exhibit at their 33rd Annual National Association of Hispanic Nurses invites you to exhibit at their 33rd Annual conference from July 15-18, 2008, in Boston, MA.  You will have the opportunity to present your important marketing and sales messages to hundreds of Hispanic nurse leaders and clinicians through exhibit, sponsorship, and advertising opportunities.

All exhibit hours are exclusive and won’t compete with educational sessions. There will also be a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday afternoon and refreshment breaks in the exhibit hall on Thursday and Friday. Your support of the conference will increase your exposure within the Hispanic community.

Plan to join us in Boston! For additional information, call your local Gannett Healthcare Group Sales Manager or e-mail Alison Reichert at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

e-mail Alison Reichert at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

The 2008 Annual Conference will be held in Boston, MA at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel, July 15-18.

 “Hispanic Nurses: Shaping the Future of Healthcare Across Communities.”

Value

Conference Attendees will be able to:

  • Integrate innovative clinical strategies that address Hispanic health disparities throughout the lifespan.
  • Discuss current research that impacts hispanic health care.
  • Analyze current federal, state, and local policies that affect Hispanic health care.
  • Develop innovative strategies to improve health care in rural Hispanic communities.
  • Discuss behavioral and socioenvironmental factors that contribute to Hispanic health status and care.

 

Registration Information

The National Association of Hispanic Nurses invites you to exhibit at their 33rd Annual conference from July 15-18, 2008, in Boston, MA. You will have the opportunity to present your important marketing and sales messages to hundreds of Hispanic nurse leaders and clinicians through exhibit, sponsorship, and advertising opportunities.

All exhibit hours are exclusive and won’t compete with educational sessions. There will also be a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday afternoon and refreshment breaks in the exhibit hall on Thursday and Friday. Your support of the conference will increase your exposure within the Hispanic community.

Plan to join us in Boston! For additional information, call your local Gannett Healthcare Group Sales Manager or e-mail Alison Reichert at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .


* NAHN membership must be current before you receive the membership discount. Membership should be cleared with NAHN prior to registering for the conference.

**Only students registered in programs leading to nurse licensure (LPN, LVN, RN). RNs are not eligible.

Spouses must pay the registration fee for entrance into meal, reception and banquet functions. Individual day rates will be offered at $200/day (does not include the banquet, however, includes the continental breakfast and lunch for the day of registration).


Become a member of NAHN (obtain application at http://www.thehispanicnurses.org/) and save on the conference registration fee. Students (programs leading to LPN, LVN, RN licensure only) pay $25 for membership into NAHN and will receive a discount off the registration fee (student ID required). Students must submit a copy of their student identification with this registration form. Incomplete forms will be returned.

All information must be completed in its entirety, otherwise CE certificates will not be issued.

Method of Payment

Full payment must accompany each registration form. Faxed registration forms must include credit card information or they will not be processed.

STUDENTS:  A copy of student identification must accompany this form or the registration will not be processed.

Cancellations received on or before July 3, 2008 will be granted, however, are subject to a $50 administrative charge. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after July 3, 2008. Please fax cancellation request in writing to Linda Harrison at (847) 781 - 2126.

Reservations

Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel Registration

RESERVATIONS for the 33rd Annual Conference are now available. 

We encourage you to use the following links and take advantage of NAHN's reservation group code.

Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel 

http://marriott.com/boswf?groupCode=nhnnhna&app=resvlink

Please contact the main office if you have any questions.

Links and Downloads

 

2008 Conference Reservations:

  • Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel

NAHN Conference Registration:

  • Online, through the generosity of Nursing Spectrum.
  • Exhibitor Registration Brochure and Form (pdf).
  • Attendee Registration Brochure and Form (pdf)

Travel:

  • Air and Ground - YTB travel.

NAHN Membership:

  • National and Local Membership Application Form
 
NAHN 2008 - 2010 Official Election Slate

The 2008 NAHN National Board election process is currently underway. The slate of candidates and platform statements are available below.

Official ballots have been mailed out to all eligible voting members. The ballots must be postmarked by June 6th.  Please carefully follow all directions for the official ballot. A sample ballot with fictitious names is available here for your assistance.  If you do not receive a ballot within the next week or two, please contact the national office.

In order to be eligible to vote you must be an active voting member (full or retired) through May 2008. If you are unsure about your status, please contact the national office to verify your eligibility.

Upon receipt of all ballots postmarked by June 6th, the ballots will be verified and the votes will be counted by an independent tabulator. The new board will be installed in Boston at the Annual Conference.

It is important that all NAHN members participate in this process!

Please contact Nominating Committee Chair Madelyn Renteria at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it if you have any questions.

Download NAHN Sample Ballot here

 
Platform Statements

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President


Millan, Angelica, RN, MSN, NP
 Millan, Angelica, RN, MSN, NP



I have an active member of NAHN for over 14 years. I served as the President and other offices for the Los Angeles Chapter and as a Board member for National. If elected, I will work to increase NAHN’s membership so NAHN will be viewed as a powerful National organization, and to focus on ways to unite ALL NAHN members at all levels so we can lead the process of eliminating Hispanic health disparities.

 

 

 


Suarez, Dan, RN, MA

Dan Suarez, RN, MA

 

 

If I am selected as President Elect, I will serve to the best of my abilities sharing the same ideas that has made the NY chapter one of the fastest growing chapters in the country. One of my first goals would be to bring as much energy to the national office and have it recognized for the great accomplishments Hispanic nurses have contribute to this wonderful profession we call nursing!

 

 

 

 

Vice President

Delgado, Yolanda, RNC, MSN

 Yolanda Delgado, RNC, MSN

 


"I am committed to improving the image of the minority nurse. My focus includes encouraging minority nurses to achieve higher degrees of learning as being a nurse scholar enables endless possibilities. Too many times we are underrepresented and we are very capable of achieving and succeeding. I would advocate for this using the level of commitment necessary to improve the image of nursing as a representative of our Hispanic culture."

 

 

 


Lipscomb, Maria, BS, RN

Maria A. Lipscomb

Expansion of duties
 
The Vice-President duties should be expanded including presiding over the student membership to keep the President informed of progress and changes. This position should also introduce new ideas of recruitment and retention of members and kept the momentum going for these future nurses.

There should also hold their own meeting during our annual conferences, including planning future meetings if needed. This will enable the committee to address current and future issues.

 

 


Medina-Shepherd, Rosario PhD, MSN, FNP,ACNP, CNS, RN

 /images/stories/Nomination_Pictures_2008/Medina-Shepherd_sm.jpg Rosario Medina-Shepherd, PhD, MSN, FNP, ACNP, CNS, RN 

 

Rosario is aware of the disproportionate representation of Hispanic mentors and leaders. She believes to have a moral obligation in mentoring others who want to expand their research and practice in the Hispanic population.

Her objective in serving NAHN is to provide a vocal presence in which to relay both academic needs and health issues. Rosario has experience serving the board. Presently, she seeks nomination as Vice President or Board member/director of Policy.

 

 


Pelayo, Lula, PhD, RN

Lula Pelayo, PhD, RN

 

As a proponent of life long learning, I am dedicated to the advancement of the Hispanic nurse, promoting the attainment of entry level practice and higher education.

I will endeavor to obtain and disseminate any and all information available to me concerning achievements in the profession to the Hispanic nursing community through our organization.

If elected I will make every effort to assure that the Hispanic nurses’ voice is recognized and heard throughout the nation.

 

Treasurer


Ocón, Paul, RN FACHE

 Paul Ocón, RN FACHE

 

I will:

  • Be a good steward of the financial resources that our members have bestowed upon NAHN.
  • Align financial resources with the strategic goals of NAHN.
  • Be informative in a clear and timely manner to our NAHN membership. 

 

 

 

Secretary


Borrego, Fortuna, RN, MSN

Fortuna Borrego, RN, MSN

 

 

As an elected secretary it would be an honor to serve and develop the growth and promise of the NAHN. Since joining and organizing a new chapter, I have noted the immense potential of the Latin healthcare members and wish to encourage them to further their career. I believe the dedication of the NAHN leaders is far more committed than other associations and I wish to be a part of that.

 

 

 

Directors


Cantu, Adelita, PhD, RN

Adelita Cantu, PhD, RN 


 

I will work to develop a strategic plan that exams mechanisms that will ensure NAHN has a leadership role in Hispanic health care issues, including decreasing health disparities; increasing the Hispanic health care workforce; development of programs that assist recruiting and retaining Hispanics into nursing; seek creative ways to disseminate educational information to Hispanics for the improvement of healthcare, and support innovative, transitional research activities that address the health needs of Hispanic community.

 

 


Figueroa, Jennifer, RN, BSN

 

Jennifer Figueroa, RN, BSN

 

 

For the last 4 years I have served as the National Board Secretary. I have settled into the demanding, yet rewarding aspects of the administration of our Association. I have discovered great challenges, but also great joys in the public service of our membership and Hispanic community. As a Board Member, I wish to continue honoring the commitment of our members; as well as promote the values Mentorship and community activism.

 

 

 


Gonzalez, Miriam “Mimi”, BS, RN

Miriam "Mimi" Gonzalez, BS, RN

 

 

I have been an active member of NAHN since the beginnings! I seek to continue to serve on the Board as a person of commitment, experience and to meet the challenges of bringing NAHN forward in the 21st century to increase our membership and visibility as the voice of Hispanic Nurses in our communities. Working together with all you and your support in these endeavors will be the success of our accomplishments!

 

 

 


Perez, Juan, RN, BSN

Juan Perez, RN, MSN

 

 

Hello my name is Juan Perez and I am the Outreach Coordinator for the NAHN N.Y chapter. As the Outreach Coordinator, I’m involved in increasing our membership, encouraging our current and future members, and in supporting our local chapters. I have demonstrated this by traveling to Texas, San Diego and Philadelphia to support them in their events.  I believe in our organization and what it stands for - the love and care of the Hispanic population

 

 

 


Pirruccello, Linda, RN, MSN

 Linda Pirruccello, RN, MSN

 

 

As a Hispanic Registered Nurse with over 25 years of nursing experience in direct patient care, nursing education and leadership I am prepared to demonstrate my leadership abilities. My goals as a board member are to identify strategies that work toward recruitment and retention of Hispanic students in nursing programs. Available research is clear, health care disparities of minorities are unacceptable. Increasing Hispanic nursing students will only contribute to improving health outcomes for Hispanic people.

 

 

 


Riera, Armando, RN, BSN, CNOR

 

Armando Riera, RN, BSN, CNOR

 

 

It is a tremendous privilege to seek your ballot again for re-election as a Board Member. Since joining the NAHN I have served in numerous roles providing me with a wealth of experience to serve our membership. I aim to promote and represent Hispanic Nurses. I will continue to bring passion and enthusiasm to the organization and to increase NAHN membership as I’ve done in the past. I believe diversity is the key to success.

 

 

Medina-Shepherd, Rosario PhD, MSN, FNP,ACNP, CNS, RN

 Rosario Medina-Shepherd, PhD, MSN, FNP, ACNP, CNS, RN

 

Rosario is aware of the disproportionate representation of Hispanic mentors and leaders. She believes to have a moral obligation in mentoring others who want to expand their research and practice in the Hispanic population.

Her objective in serving NAHN is to provide a vocal presence in which to relay both academic needs and health issues. Rosario has experience serving the board. Presently, she seeks nomination as Vice President or Board member/director of Policy.

 

 

Tamez, Eloisa G., RN, PhD, FAAN

 Eloisa G. Tamez, RN, PhD, FAAN

 

Promoting Hispanic nurses has been my personal and professional commitment. I have the leadership skills and experience to be a board member. I commit my services to NAHN as a member of the Board of Directors. I intend to contribute to the development of policy that promotes growth in nursing education among Hispanics. If elected I will work with ALL members to place NAHN in a position to promote opportunities for members at all levels. 

 

 

Zavala, Mirian, RN, MS

 Miriam Zavala, RN, MS

 

Goals/Objectives

  1. To continue to support NAHN in achieving its goals
  2. To advocate for optimal level of care for the Hispanic community and all communities
  3. To advocate for Hispanic Nurses’ rights and all nurses
  4. To continue the current Policy committee’s work, for example: SCHIP

 

 

 

Nominating Committee

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Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel Reservations

Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel Registration

RESERVATIONS for the 33rn Annual Conference are now available. 

We encourage you to use the following links, to take advantage of NAHN's reservation group code.

Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel 

http://marriott.com/boswf?groupCode=nhnnhna&app=resvlink

Please contact the main office if you have any quiestions.

 

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