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NNA needs you!

Calling all Nevada Nevada (nəvăd`ə, –vä–), far western state of the United States. It is bordered by Utah (E), Arizona (SE), California (SW, W), and Oregon and Idaho (N).  nurses to become leaders in the professional organization that represents you by running for elective elective

non-urgent; at an elected time, e.g. of surgery.

elective adjective Referring to that which is planned or undertaken by choice and without urgency, as in elective surgery, see there noun Graduate education noun
 office!

Why Become a NNA NNA National Notary Association (Chatsworth, California)
NNA National Newspaper Association
NNA Nissan North America Inc.
NNA National News Agency (Lebanon)
NNA Nebraska Nurses Association
 Leader?

In deciding to run for a NNA elected office you choose to invest in your own future and in the future of health care in Nevada. Whether serving on the board of directors, or on committees, NNA leaders have the capacity to influence public policy, professional nursing standards, and the advancement of the association.

As a leader, you will become a part of the history and traditions of NNA--forging the way for the health care system of the future and ensuring that nurses remain essential providers in all practice settings. You will help NNA and the nursing profession remain strong and united.

What are the Benefits of Being a NNA Leader?

Benefits are both personal and professional, and provide you with skills that can advance your standing in other areas of your life. Here are just a few to think about ...

* enhance your development in communication and organizational skills

* increase your opportunities to mentor Mentor, in Greek mythology
Mentor (mĕn`tər, –tôr'), in Greek mythology, friend of Odysseus and tutor of Telemachus.
, to gain peer recognition, to share your expertise and ideas

* develop marketable Marketable are securities that can be easily converted into cash. Such securities will generally have highly liquid markets allowing the security to be sold at a reasonable price very quickly.  skills while articulating your views, engaging with a diverse membership, and speaking publicly

* be on the cutting edge of a new and better health care system for Nevada and America America [for Amerigo Vespucci], the lands of the Western Hemisphere—North America, Central (or Middle) America, and South America. The world map published in 1507 by Martin Waldseemüller is the first known cartographic use of the name.  

Positions for Election in 2007

Vice President (1)

Secretary (1)

Director at Large (1)

Nominating Committee A nominating committee is a group formed usually from inside the membership of an organization for the purpose of nominating candidates for office within the organization. It works similarly to an electoral college, the main difference being that the available candidates, either  (3)

Who Qualifies?

Any NNA member who meets the criteria established by the NNA/ANA. Elected positions are not open to those who are not members of NNA.

What's Expected?

NNA expects the best from its leaders, just as you have the right to expect the best from NNA. Please see the descriptions that follow. Your time commitment to the association will depend on the position you fill. You may need to request your employer's support--most employers will view your leadership role as a benefit to them through your increased knowledge and distinction as a NNA leader.

What's the Next Step?

Please review the descriptions that follow, and contact any member of the Nominating Committee with your questions: Jean Gebhard Gebhard may refer to the persons:
  • Pope Victor II, whose given name was Gebhard
  • Rollo Gebhard
 at jtgn@sbcglobal.net, Joan Joan

of Arc, St. (1412–1431) heroically followed call to save France. [Christian Hagiog.: Attwater, 187]

See : Patriotism
 Trofino at jtrofino@hotmail.com, or Kathy Ryan at ryank006@hotmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Office of Vice-President

Term of Office: 2 years

Official Duties:

* assume the duties of the President in the absence of the President

* work closely with the President and staff

* serve as a member of the Executive Committee

* report to the Board of Directors' Chair

* attend all teleconference meetings of the Board of Directors

* attend the state convention and Board of Directors' retreat

* coordinate membership recruitment and retention, and membership services

* perform other duties as determined by the By-laws BY-LAWS. Rules and ordinances made by a corporation for its own government.
     2. The power to make by-laws is usually conferred by express terms of the charter creating the corporation, though, when not expressly granted, it is given by implication, and it is
, Executive Committee, or Board of Directors

* participate closely with the President to implement officers' transition

Time Commitment: one hour teleconference monthly 3-4 hours per month, with additional time during physical meetings

Travel Required: once to twice a year depending on the location of the state convention, and the Board's retreat and strategic planning Strategic planning is an organization's process of defining its strategy, or direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy, including its capital and people.  session

Office of Secretary

Term of Office: 2 years

Official Duties:

* serve as a member of the Executive Committee

* fulfill ful·fill also ful·fil  
tr.v. ful·filled, ful·fill·ing, ful·fills also ful·fils
1. To bring into actuality; effect: fulfilled their promises.

2.
 secretarial duties assigned as·sign  
tr.v. as·signed, as·sign·ing, as·signs
1. To set apart for a particular purpose; designate: assigned a day for the inspection.

2.
 by the Board of Directors

* attend all teleconference meetings of the Board of Directors

* attend the state convention and Board of Directors' retreat

* record minutes of all meetings, including the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and Annual membership

* maintain an understanding of the legal documents of the NNA, including articles, bylaws The rules and regulations enacted by an association or a corporation to provide a framework for its operation and management.

Bylaws may specify the qualifications, rights, and liabilities of membership, and the powers, duties, and grounds for the dissolution of an
, and IRS An abbreviation for the Internal Revenue Service, a federal agency charged with the responsibility of administering and enforcing internal revenue laws.  letters, and note their applicability during meetings

* distribute minutes of meetings as applicable

* maintain records, and ensure effective management of organizational records

* communicate with ANA as assigned

* perform duties assigned by the President, Executive Committee, or Board of Directors

Time Commitment: one hour teleconference monthly 3-4 hours per month, with additional time during physical meetings

Travel Required: once to twice a year depending on the location of the state convention, and the Board's retreat and strategic planning session Office of Director-at-Large

Term of Office: 3 years

Official Duties:

* attend all teleconference meetings of the Board of Directors

* attend the state convention and Board of Directors' retreat

* perform duties as assigned by the President, Executive Committee, or Board of Directors

* serve as a committee coordinator as assigned by the President (examples of committees include By-laws, Finance, Legislative, Membership, Nurse Practice)

* promote membership recruitment and retention, andmembership services

* serve with Vice-President in promoting the NNA to the public

* communicate with NNA members

Time Commitment: one hour teleconference monthly 4-8 hours per month, with additional time during physical meetings

Travel Required: once to twice a year depending on the location of the state convention, and the Board's retreat and strategic planning session

Nominating Committee Member

Term of Office: 1 year

Official Duties:

* assess the current composition of the Board of Directors and identify officer vacancies

* communicate with NNA members to solicit their participation and candidacy for office

* prepare the annual ballot for elective offices for the NNA

* obtain candidate's "Consent to Serve" and biography for the ballot

* communicate via teleconference or email with committee members

* serve as committee chair if elected (this is the nominee nominee n. 1) a person or entity who is requested or named to act for another, such as an agent or trustee. 2) a potential successor to another's rights under a contract.  who receives the highest number of votes)

* committee chair presents results of the election to the President at the state convention

Time Commitment: 2 hours per month for approximately 4 months (March--June) Travel Required: once a year to the state convention
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