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Mississippi Nurses’ Association Hall of Fame for 2019
Elizabeth “Libby” Mahaffey, PhD, RN, FAADN of Raymond, MS, Hinds Community College, was inducted into the Mississippi Nurses’ Association Hall of Fame for 2019 presented by MNA President, Debra Allen.
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A Message from the PresidentDebra Allen, MSN, RN
Recently I was cautioning a group of nursing students to be prepared for the stress they will likely experience when they enter the nursing profession. Nursing is a challenging profession with both physical and emotional demands coupled with ethical considerations within a complex, rapidly evolving environment. To effectively manage this level of stress, I encouraged each student to identify strategies to incorporate into daily routines. After this session, I reflected on our efforts to reassure nursing students that each of them can take steps to manage stress, but as practicing nurses we often fail to make changes to cope with stress in our lives. We ignore stress-related outcomes such as depression, sleep issues, irritability and somatic disturbance. How many of us have said at the end of the day, “I’m physically exhausted and mentally drained?” How many of us have actively sought to reduce our stress so we are not quite so exhausted?
In a 2011 Health and Safety survey of more than 4,500 nurses, RNs listed the acute and chronic effects of stress and overwork as their No. 1 concern. Strong evidence supporting links between job stress, safety and health in general and within different types of nursing populations exists. High stress levels can lead to nurses engaging in unhealthy behaviors, such as stress eating, along with lack of adequate sleep and exercise. Stress is a serious issue that requires that we embrace programs that focus on health and wellness. We can take better care of our patients and families when we are at our optimum performance.
What are some of the ways we can cope with stress? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but all of us can benefit from a healthier diet. Stress reduces digestive effectiveness by shunting blood to more vital organs, which promotes poor digestion and reduces nutrient absorption. So eating a nutrient-dense diet of high-quality whole foods is even more vital during stressful periods. When we’re stressed, eating unhealthy foods such as vending machine staples seems convenient. If we are prone to grabbing an unhealthy snack, we need to develop a habit of keeping healthy options such as nuts or a piece of fruit handy for when a craving strikes.
Exercising on a regular basis is also important. All forms of exercise, including yoga and walking, can ease depression and anxiety by helping the brain release feel-good chemicals and by giving the body a
chance to practice dealing with stress. Walking, taking the stairs, or even stretching will help us relax.
Sharing our concerns with supportive, empathetic colleagues can reduce our stress and frequently provide us a fresh perspective. Likewise, everyone needs someone to laugh with, and this is especially true when we’re stressed, as laughter lowers cortisol and boosts endorphins. Being a member of MNA provides you the opportunity to expand your professional and social network by interacting with your nursing colleagues from across the state. Cultivating strong relationships with confidants who have listened to me and laughed
with me is one of the aspects of MNA that I most value.
What better way to reduce stress than to “give back” through service learning! Nurses actively participating in community engagement projects become more aware of community health needs and can develop solutions to meet those needs. Researchers have found that people who gave their time to help others through community and organizational involvement had greater self-esteem, less depression and lower stress levels than those who didn’t. A great way to become involved in service learning is to participate in your MNA District community engagement projects. Serve as a volunteer for an established project or assist in identifying a new project for your district.
These are just a few ways to cope with stress. Each of us must find what works best for our personality and mind-set. Let’s also recognize that many of our colleagues are struggling with stress as well. By working together we can serve as a support group for each other. It’s always easier to walk the stairs, eat healthy, and work on a community project with an encouraging colleague. By improving how we handle stress, we can develop an overall work-life balance and success.
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Moninger, J. 10 Relaxation Techniques That Zap Stress Fast. WebMD. Retrieved from: https://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/blissing-out-10-relaxation-techniques-reduce-stress-spot#1.
Roberts, R.K. & Grubb, P.L. (2013, May 21). The Consequences of Nursing Stress and Need for Integrated Solutions. Rehabilitation Nursing, 39(2): 62-69. Retrieved from: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/rnj.97.
Trossman, S. (2019, February 6). An issue of weight: Calling all nurses to get healthy and reverse a trend. The American Nurse.
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Debra Allen, MSN, RN
The stars of healthcare from Mississippi celebrated the achievements of nurses at the Nightingale Awards Gala co-hosted by the Mississippi Nurses’ Association and Mississippi Nurses’ Foundation on March 4th at the Marriott Downtown Jackson. This preeminent event emphasized 17 award categories with nominees being recognized from across the state. In addition, an induction into the distinguished Mississippi Nurses’ Association Hall of Fame was announced.
Jeff Good, President Mangia Bene Restaurant Management Group, served as the Master of Ceremonies for this celebration of nursing excellence. Attendees enjoyed entertainment provided by the talented Elise McDonald from New Stage Theatre. Conversation flowed as guests enjoyed highlights from past awards galas providing a preview of the night to come.
2019 Nightingale Awards GalaNurse of Distinction Award
Melissa H. King, DNP, FNP-BC, ENP-BC, of Flowood, MS, eMD Telehealth Solutions, took home the most prestigious honor of the evening, the 2019 Nurse of Distinction Award presented by Bobbie Ford, the 2017 Nurse of the Year.
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Advanced Practice Nurse of the Year• Mindy Jo Edna Byrd, RN, BSN, MSN, FNP-C,
Jackson Heart Clinic• Kate Fouquier, PhD, RN, CNM, FACNM,
University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing
• Michelle Goreth, DNP, APRN, RN-BC, CPNP-AC, CCRN-P, CTRN, CPEN, TCRN, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Chief Nursing Officer of the Year• Susan Russell, MSN, CCRN-CSC, Singing
River Health System
Faculty Member of the Year• Karen Nabors, RN, MSN, EdD, Mississippi
University for Women • Rebecca Newton, DNP, RN, CHSE, University of Southern Mississippi • Karen Winters, PhD, RN, University of
Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing
Hospital of the Year• Baptist Memorial Hospital – DeSoto,
Southaven, Mississippi• Singing River Health System, Pascagoula,
Mississippi
Nurse Educator of the Year• Megan Boyer, BSN, RN, Mississippi Baptist
Medical Center• Candace Doddridge, MSN, BSN, RN, Baptist
Memorial Hospital – DeSoto• Brittany Ransom, DNP, RN, University of
Mississippi Medical Center
Nurse in Non-Traditional Setting • Teresa Fink, BSN, RN, CPN, University of
Mississippi Medical Center• Brandi Ware, MBA, BSN, PMP, RN-BC,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Congratulations to the 2019 Nightingale Awards Nominees
The Mississippi Nurses’ Association and Foundation wish to thank the 2019 Nightingale Awards Sponsors for making this event a success:
Inpatient Clinical Practice Nurse of the Year• Heather Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN, Mississippi
Baptist Medical Center• Sarah Gilbert, BSN, RN, University of
Mississippi Medical Center• Dawn Sanders, BSN, RN, Baptist Memorial
Hospital – DeSoto
Nurse Innovator/Researcher of the Year• Robin Christian, DNP, FNP-C, University of
Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing• Nina McLain, PhD, CRNA, University of
Southern Mississippi
Nurse Manager of the Year• Molly Dyer, RN, Baptist Memorial Hospital –
DeSoto• Greg Hamm, BSN, RN, CEN, Mississippi
Baptist Medical Center• Deborah "Cissy" Lee, DNP, RN, University of
Mississippi Medical Center• Elizabeth Townsend, RN, OCN, North
Mississippi Medical Center Oncology
Nurse Mentor of the Year• Tammy Evans, RN, Baptist Medical Center –
Leake• Mildred Gordon, RN, Baptist Memorial
Hospital – DeSoto• Chalon Huffman, ADN, RN, CCRN,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Nurse Preceptor of the Year• Gween Adams, ADN, RN, Mississippi Baptist
Medical Center
Nurse Rookie of the Year• Paul Alexander “Alex” Harvey, BSN, RN,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center• Kevin Lott, BSN, RN, Merit Health Central• Lillie Mae McKay, RN, University of
Mississippi Medical Center
Nurse Team of the Year• Baptist DeSoto Women’s Service, Baptist
Memorial Hospital – DeSoto, Southaven, Mississippi
• Baptist OneCare (Epic) RN Credentialed Trainers, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi
• Singing River Health System Med/Surg Leadership Team, Singing River Health System, Pascagoula, Mississippi
• St. Dominic's Community Health Clinic, St. Dominic’s Hospital, Jackson, Mississippi
• University of Mississippi Medical Center Mother Baby Unit, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi
Outpatient Clinical Practice Nurse of the Year• Tonya Ball, BSN, RN, OCN, Mississippi Baptist
Medical Center• Lauren Hillary Basden, BSN, MSN, RN,
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Outstanding Community Achievement Award• Janet Harris, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, University of
Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing
School of Nursing of the Year, ADN • Southwest Mississippi Community College,
Summit, Mississippi
Nurse of Distinction Award• Mattie Caulder, MSN, RN, Baptist Memorial
Hospital – DeSoto• Phyllis Chambers, DNP, RN, NE-BC, Baptist
Memorial Hospital – DeSoto • Melissa King, DNP, FNP-BC, ENP-BC, eMD
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Advanced Practice Nurse of the Year
Kate Fouquier, PhD, RN, CNM, FACNM,
University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing
Chief Nursing Officer of the Year
Susan Russell, MSN, CCRN-CSC,
Singing River Health System
Hospital of the Year
Baptist Memorial Hospital – DeSotoSouthaven, Mississippi
Inpatient Clinical Practice Nurse of the Year
Heather Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Nurse Educator of the Year
Brittany Ransom, DNP, RN,
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Congratulations to the 2019 Nightingale Awards RecipientsFaculty Member of the Year
Rebecca Newton, DNP, RN, CHSE,
University of Southern Mississippi
Nurse Innovator/Researcher of the Year
Robin Christian, DNP, FNP-C,
University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing
Nurse Manager of the Year
Deborah “Cissy” Lee, DNP, RN,
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Nurse Mentor of the Year
Chalon Huffman, ADN, RN, CCRN,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Nurse in Non-Traditional Setting of the Year
Brandi Ware, MBA, BSN, PMP, RN-BC,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Nurse Preceptor of the Year
Gween Adams, ADN, RN,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Nurse Rookie of the Year
Paul Alexander “Alex” Harvey, BSN, RN,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Nurse Team of the Year
Baptist DeSoto Women’s Service, Baptist Memorial Hospital
Southaven, Mississippi
Outpatient Clinical Practice Nurse of the Year
Tonya Ball, BSN, RN, OCN,
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Outstanding Community Achievement Award
Janet Harris, DNP, RN, NEA-BC,
University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing
School of Nursing of the Year, ADN
Southwest Mississippi Community College, Summit, Mississippi
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Executive Director’s Column
Teresa Malone
Teresa Malone
This year marked the 25th anniversary of MNA’s Legislative Nursing Summit, with over 900 attendees from across the state coming together at the Jackson Convention Complex to celebrate this milestone event and participate in discussions impacting legislation, advocacy and leadership. The Summit is renowned for providing a unique opportunity for registered nurses, advanced practice registered nurses, and nursing students to learn more about the importance of the nursing profession being engaged in the political process. The Summit began with an inspirational rendition of the “The Star Spangled Banner” sung by the talented Taylor Moore, a student at Murrah High School and recipient of the 2018 Mississippi Music Teachers Association Gold Medal. We were honored to have Governor Phil Bryant open the Summit by expressing his appreciation for the many contributions of registered nurses and advanced practice registered nurses that improve the health status of Mississippians. Mental health in Mississippi is of concern to all nurses and we appreciate Ta’Shia Gordon, Special Assistant Attorney General, Bureau of Victim Assistance, providing an in-depth presentation on the status of mental health in Mississippi, including an update on legislative changes being
pursued by the Mental Health Task Force. Representative Becky Currie, RN and Representative Donnie Scoggin, FNP, RN discussed their experiences as nurses serving in elected office, and encouraged attendees to become informed on the legislative and policy issues impacting nurses and to be advocates for the nursing profession. Representative Scoggin also provided suggestions for successfully interacting with elected officials.
Always charismatic, Pam Confer served as our luncheon presenter with a focus on one of the most important aspects of the nursing profession – leadership – and how one’s presence and demeanor impact a leader’s success. All nurses and soon-to-be nurses should be knowledgeable of the regulations governing the nursing profession in Mississippi. We appreciate Phyllis Johnson, Executive Director of the Mississippi Board of Nursing highlighting key requirements of the regulations and encouraging attendees to routinely review the regulations.
Dr. Alena Lester, Director of the Council on Health Affairs, discussed the significance of the MNA Political Action Committee (PAC) and its critical importance during this election year as the PAC supports those candidates who champion the nursing profession. We must support candidates that endorse efforts that benefit the nurses and patients in our state. The PAC hosts an annual Lobby Day and Legislative Reception providing nurses the opportunity to interact with legislators. Dr. Lester encouraged all attendees to contribute to the PAC and be a part of meeting the 2019 PAC Goal of raising $15,000.
The Summit Voter Registration Booth was once again coordinated by Dr. Tonya Moore, MNA Board Vice-President, and provided the necessary forms to student nurses with instructions for submitting forms to the appropriate county circuit clerk. Thank you to the members of the Mississippi Association of Student Nurses for their assistance in registering attendees and providing information at the Voter Registration Booth. We extend our sincere appreciation to the attendees, exhibitors, presenters and volunteers who made the 25th MNA Legislative Nursing Summit an anniversary event to remember!
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Join now during our Spring Membership Drive! By being a member of MNA, you are actively supporting our work to promote excellence and protect professional nursing practice in Mississippi. Members will attest, supporting MNA - your professional nursing organization - is supporting your profession and protecting it for the future. Join during our membership drive and be placed in a drawing for great prizes. Visit our website at www.msnurses.org and use our easy on-line application, or contact MNA at 601-898-0670.
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Alena Lester, DNP, FNP-C, ONP-CDirector, Council on Health Affairs
Power in Numbers! Lobby Day, 2019, was a tremendous success and a great demonstration of just how powerful the nursing force can be when we stand together. Each year nursing students, Registered Nurses, and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses gather at the Capitol to meet with their local legislators, develop and strengthen relationships with these legislators, and with each other.
MNA is honored to host such an event, along with the Mississippi Council of Deans and Directors and the Mississippi School Nurse Association. We greatly appreciate our Mississippi legislators who took the time to welcome us to the Capitol, join us in the Rotunda, and schedule meetings with our state nurses and nursing students. We would like to extend our appreciation to the many schools of nursing represented at the Capitol, who encouraged their students to attend this event.
Lobby day allows attendees to experience the political process in action, and to witness how this process can affect the nursing profession. It offers nurses and future nurses the opportunity to build the leadership skills necessary for advocacy, strengthen political partnerships, and improve knowledge of issues that impact nursing practice and patient outcomes in Mississippi. My first experience in the political arena was Lobby Day. It can leave an everlasting impression upon a new nurse or nursing student. It can fuel a passion for policy change and practice or patient advocacy in both the novice and experienced nurse.
I encourage each of you to get to know your local and state elected officials, and to meet with them regularly to strengthen these relationships. MNA continues to work and advocate for the nursing profession. Please join us in improving practice, strengthening the nursing work force, and building professional relationships with our state legislators. We look forward to seeing you all at the next Lobby Day!
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Report from Council on Advanced Practice
Shonda Phelon, DNP, RN, FNP-BC,
PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC
Shonda Phelon, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, GNP-BCDirector, Council on Advanced Practice
A new year brings a new legislative session and as usual there are many bills and proposals regarding health care in Mississippi. Nurses are the largest voting group in the state and have great interest in health care issues. Whether or not the legislature is in session, there is one issue that is paramount to Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). That issue is full practice authority, which simply means allowing the nurse to practice to the full extent of education and training as allowed by the licensing body which is the Mississippi Board of Nursing. This year as in years past, the issue of granting full practice authority to APRNs is one that will be debated and considered.
Studies indicate that APRNs provide very safe cost effective primary health care. Advance Practice Registered Nurses are qualified and willing to fill healthcare gaps in Mississippi. When APRNs are available, the number of people without access to primary care providers decreases. Unnecessary emergency room visits for primary care issues decrease as well. Numerous researchers over the past 40 plus years have evaluated the effectiveness and safety of care delivered by APRNs. The results of these studies indicate that APRNs provide safe and quality health care, and that the care provided by APRNs is comparable to care delivered by physicians. A 2011 Institute of Medicine study concluded that restrictive state scope practice laws prevent more patients from seeing health care providers and restrict access to high quality health care. These strict laws are a major roadblock to making health care more accessible to a larger number of patients, especially those who lack resources and already have health care disparities.
Throughout the country legislative bodies in many states have decided that allowing advanced practice registered nurses to practice at the full extent of their education and training provides efficient, comprehensive, and high quality health care for their citizens. Twenty-two states and the District of Columbia have removed barriers related to APRN practice which has enabled their citizens greater access and choice in health care. The Veterans Administration has also granted full practice authority to nurse practitioners, nurse midwives and clinical nurse specialists. However, Mississippi is still considered a reduced practice state in that APRNs are required by law to maintain a regulated collaborative
agreement with a physician in order to practice. This rule restricts the APRN as well as the physician.
There continues to be debate in health care circles as to whether or not Mississippi—a state that often ranks at or near the bottom in many areas — will continue to restrict APRN practice and limit health care choice for citizens. There is rumor that many nurses and even APRNs are not in favor of full practice authority. Some people say that nurses are fearful that they will be forced to open their own clinics if the legislature chooses to implement full practice authority. Others say that no physicians favor nurse practitioner full practice authority. Rumors abound that physicians will not collaborate with APRNs if the restrictions are removed. These statements are simply not true. There are many nurses, physicians, and consumers in our state that favor ending reduced nursing practice laws.
Full practice authority for advanced practice registered nurses will not change much about the practice of nurses in Mississippi, except that it will allow APRNs to practice to the full extent of their education and training. Nurses will continue to collaborate and maintain positive relationships with physicians and other health care professionals in providing the best care for patients. APRNs are trained to collaborate, refer when indicated, and know that patients deserve the best care possible. Advanced practice registered nurses are very qualified to coordinate and facilitate that care when it is warranted. Legislation allowing full practice authority will simply peel off a layer, a restriction which will have the potential to improve access and increase healthcare equity. This will save patients, health care systems, and tax payers money. These savings have the potential to provide more jobs and services to all Mississippians.
This may not be “the year” for full practice authority in Mississippi, and if not the debate will continue. Much has changed and improved in the 30 years that I have been a nurse. Patients know who and what Advanced Practice Registered Nurses are and ask for us. There is a grass roots movement to improve health care access for all. This movement includes nurses, physicians, other health professionals, patients and taxpayers. Nurses need to continue to educate, dispel myths, and state the facts regarding full practice authority in order to make sure all of our citizens always have access to quality health care.
References: Bosse, J., Simmonds, K., Hanson, C., Pulcini, J., Dunphy,
L., Vanhook, P., & Poghosyan, L. (2017). Position statement: Full practice authority for advanced practice registered nurses is necessary to transform primary care. Nursing outlook, 65(6), 761-765.
Hain, D., & Fleck, L. (2014). Barriers to nurse practitioner practice that impact healthcare redesign. OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 19(2).
Myers, C. R., & Alliman, J. (2018). Updates on the quest for full practice authority. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 14(7), 559-565.
Representing all RNs and all APRNs
The Mississippi Nurses' Association extends ourappreciation to the many registered nurses andadvanced practice registered nurses in our greatstate. We thank you for your dedication to improvinghealth care for the citizens of Mississippi.
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Dr. Virginia Lee Brothers Cora(September 14, 1939 - December 7, 2018)
Dr. Virginia Lee Brothers Cora’s long career in Mississippi as a registered nurse, educator and gerontological nurse practitioner spanned more than 50 years. Dr. Cora earned a BSN in 1961; a MN in 1972 from University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing, Jackson; a DSN in 1985 from the University of Alabama at Birmingham; and a MSN in 1988 from Mississippi University for Women, Columbus. Her clinical practice and teaching were primarily in geriatric medicine and geriatric psychiatry. Dr. Cora retired in 2010. Dr. Cora was the first Gerontological Nurse Practitioner licensed in Mississippi; she developed adult geronotological NP programs at UMMC and was the first NP in the UMMC Department of Medicine and Psychiatry. She served as President of the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association, was a Fellow in the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and was Professor Emeritus in Nursing at UMMC School of Nursing. Statewide, she held leadership roles in numerous professional organizations, including the Mississippi Nurses’ Association and the Mississippi Nurses Foundation. Dr. Cora was a long-standing member of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association and was inducted into the Mississippi Nurses’ Association Hall of Fame in 2012.
Dr. Cora will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
In MemoriamAlice Messer, DNP, RN, FNP-BC
Electronic cigarettes, also known as vaping, e-hookahs, vape pens or electronic nicotine delivery systems, are battery powered devices used to inhale substances by producing a heated aerosol. It most often contains nicotine, propylene glycol, glycerine, assorted f lavorings and was initially developed to aid cigarette smokers with smoking cessation. Unfortunately, a growing trend among teens and young adults has emerged with the use of these devices and is now listed as the most commonly used tobacco product among youth (CDC, 2019).
According to the Surgeon General’s report 2016, E-cigarette use by young adults 18-24 years of age surpassed that of adults 25 years of age or older, and is now the most commonly used tobacco product among youth. Although these devices contain less toxic chemicals than traditional cigarettes, they often do contain nicotine, a highly addictive substance and known danger to youth, pregnant women and fetuses. E-cigarettes can also be used as a delivery system for cannabinoids and other potentially fatal illicit drugs.
One popular trend seen among youth is the use of JUUL, an e-cigarette device similar to a USB flash drive used by students during classroom and school activities to inhale both nicotine as well as cannabinoids and other illicit substances. A synthetic version of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, and K2/Spice, a mixture of plant material sprayed with synthetic psychoactive chemicals, are being inhaled
Dangers of Electronic Cigarette Use
Alice Messer, DNP, RN, FNP-BC
by using e-cigarettes and deliver a more potent level of the drug. The use of JUUL oftentimes goes unnoticed by teachers and parents alike because it does not look like an e-cigarette. Even more alarming is the recent statement by MBN (2018) about the presence of fentanyl found in vape oil sold in local convenience stores.
A recent study by National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse found that up to 58% of high school students were current users of both cigarettes and e-cigarettes combined. Multiple product use has been reported by up to one–third of adults and as much as half of middle and high school students. The use of multiple nicotine products elevates the risks of nicotine addiction, alcohol and other drug use, and other harmful consequences (Centers on Addiction, 2018).
One misconception regarding e-cigarettes is that they are harmless. E-cigarettes can contain harmful ingredients such as ultrafine particles which are inhaled deep into the lungs, f lavorants such as dicetyl, a chemical linked to serious lung disease, volatile organic compounds, and heavy metal such as nickel, tin and lead. In fact, the long-term consequences of chronic e-cigarette use is yet to be discovered.
Although healthcare is just beginning to investigate the consequences of electronic cigarette use there are a few facts that are concerning. We do know that:
• E-cigarettes are NOT harmless• Nicotine is highly addictive and harmful for
brain development in youth• Nicotine is harmful to developing fetuses• E-cigarettes are used to inhale illicit
potentially fatal substances.
Nurses routinely ask patients about tobacco use. However, many users do not consider e-cigarettes as a form of tobacco and will respond that they do not use tobacco. With the fast growing e-cigarette use among youth and young adults, nurses are encouraged to expound on this question to include e-cigarette use or vaping. This will provide healthcare providers the opportunity to discuss potential health risks associated with e-cigarettes, and for those identified as e-cigarette users a further history may help to identify any illicit drug use with these devices. We must also start educating parents regarding the use of e-cigarettes to inhale illicit substances, and more importantly that many of these devices do not look like an e-cigarette.
For more information on the health concerns with e cigarettes visit: https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/basic_information/e-cigarettes/index.htm
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2018 Mrs. Earlene “Bobbie” Brantley and Ms. Allie Mae Fletcher Award of Hope (Helping Other People Excel) Book Scholarship
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The Mississippi Nurses Foundation Coffee Club was started in April 2009 with the support of Dr. Kim Hoover, with her donation for MNF daily operations. The coffee club recognizes individuals who donate between $300- $5,000 or more to the Foundation.You can join today with a monthly donation of $25.00 to the Nurses Foundation. Please select your level of support for membership into the Mississippi Nurses Foundation Coffee Club. Bank draft and credit card monthly donations will automatically renew every 12 months unless notified by the donor.
_______ Espresso Level$4,000 to $5,000----Two packages of MNF signature coffee and two coffee mugs, four tickets to all upcoming events sponsored by the Foundation, recognition at MNF’s Philanthropy Day, Recognition on MNF’s website, newsletter, recognition at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Convention and a 4” X 8” engraved brick in the Mary E. Stainton Center for Nursing Garden.
_______ Cappuccino Level$2,000 to $3,999----Two packages of MNF signature coffee and two coffee mugs, two tickets to all upcoming events sponsored by the Foundation, recognition at MNF’s Philanthropy Day, Recognition on MNF’s website, newsletter and recognition at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Convention.
_______ Mocha Level$500 to $1,999-----One package of MNF signature coffee and coffee mug, two tickets to one of MNF’s sponsored events, recognition at MNF’s Philanthropy Day, Recognition on MNF’s website, newsletter and recognition at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Convention.
_______ Coffee Level$300 to $499 -----One package of MNF signature coffee and coffee mug, a ticket to one of MNF’s sponsored events, recognition at MNF’s Philanthropy Day, recognition on MNF’s website, newsletter, and recognition at the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Convention.
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Mississippi Nurses Foundation announces deadline for $5,000 Car Tag Stipends
The Mississippi Nurses Foundation will award stipends, made possible by the Nurses Car Tag Program-Nurses Touch Lives. The stipends will be awarded to nursing students enrolled in an accredited Associate, Baccalaureate, Master’s or Doctoral Nursing Program in Mississippi.
Deadline for application is June 14, 2019
Eileen S. and Earl C. Whittemore Fund Advanced Practice/Nurse Practitioner Scholarship
MNF and The Gulf Coast Community Foundation will present a $2,500 scholarship to a student in an accredited nurse practitioner program. The student must also be a resident of Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Pearl River, Stone or George County.
Deadline for application is July 8, 2019
Mississippi Nurses Foundation PhD Research Grants “up to” $20,000
Applicants must be currently enrolled and in good standing in a PhD Nursing program in Mississippi; must be a resident of Mississippi; and must be a member of the Mississippi Nurses Association (MNA).
Deadline for application is July 8, 2019
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The Nightingale Awards, a celebration honoring those in the nursing profession who have demonstrated leadership, vision, and innovativeness, was held on March 4th. The nominees and recipients of these prestigious awards attended the night-to-shine and supported their own at this night of sparkle, fun, and networking. Special thanks to Jeff Good, President of Mangia Bene Restaurant Management Group for serving as our master of ceremonies. We were delighted to have Elise McDonald with New Stage Theatre join us to share her amazing talent, and we extend our appreciation to Betty Wong, Education Consultant with New Stage Theatre, for coordinating the talent for the evening’s event. The Mississippi Nurses’ Association and Mississippi Nurses’ Foundation thank the sponsors and attendees of this event for making the 2019 Nightingale Awards program such a successful event.
This has been a busy few months as we enter into 2019, but we have even more in store over the rest of the year. If you have not taken advantage of being a member of MNA, now’s your chance to become a member and possibly win some great prizes! As a reminder, we distribute the MS RN to all registered nurses in the state, so receipt of the MS RN does not indicate you are a member of MNA. Become a member during our Spring Membership Drive, ending on March 31st to actively promote excellence and protect professional nursing practice in Mississippi. To stay abreast of all the happenings at MNA, please visit our website and Facebook page.
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MNF Nurses Leadership Institute
The Mississippi Nurses Foundation congratulates the following participants in the fourth MNF Nurses Leadership Institute:
Shauna Allen Bolivar Medical Center Infection Preventionist & Employee Health Nurse
Gwendolyn Brown Hinds Community College Nursing Instructor
Catherine Byars Northeast MS Community College
Nursing Faculty
Rebecca Cockrell Hinds Community College Simulation Center Director
Chequitia Dixon Coahoma Community College
Practical Nursing Program Director
Cassandra Gibbs Anderson Regional Medical Center
Oncology Nurse Manager
Melody Link G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center
Accreditation Coordinator
Ashley McClain Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Nurse Manager
Tina McDyess Belhaven University SON Assistant Professor of Nursing
Grace Showalter Information & Quality Healthcare
Quality Improvement Advisor
Jaclyn Smith UMMC MSN Nurse Educator Student
Mary Ellen Stewart Mississippi College School of Nursing
Semester One Coordinator and Director, Nursing Skills Center
The first session was held on January 22nd at the Center for Nursing in Madison, MS. This hands-on leadership series provides attendees an opportunity to work together and enhance their leadership skills and knowledge. MNF is proud to host this innovative program for the nurses in our state. For more information contact the Mississippi Nurses Foundation at 601-898-0850.
2019 Mississippi Nurses Foundation Community Grants Awarded
The Mississippi Nurses Foundation congratulates the following nurses and their employers on being awarded a Community Grant. We are excited to see the impact these community projects will have on individuals throughout Mississippi. If you recognize a colleague listed below, please congratulate them and ask how you can support them with their community events. The Nurses Foundation’s slogan, Nurses Touch Lives, is evident in each program listed below.
Name/Organization Title of project Location of Program
Ashley Allen & Jennifer Brumfield - Univ. of MS Medical Center
1st STEP Jackson, MS
Ellen Bickley - Desoto Central High School
On the Weigh to a Healthier Me
Southaven, MS
Arletha Coffey - Holmes Community College
Fighting Diabetes in Rural Mississippi
Grenada, MS
Brianna Davis Making you HIV/AIDS Aware
Louisville, MS
Michelle Goreth - Univ. of MS Medical Center
Heads Up Mississippi Concussion Project
Jackson, MS
Teresa Hamill, MS University for Women
Increasing Awareness and Knowledge of HPV and HPV Vaccine
Columbus, MS
Tequila Henderson Leaving Obesity Somewhere Else (L.O.S.E.)
Starkville, MS
Judith Jones - Bethel Free Health Clinic, Inc.
Improving Quality of Care for Uninsured and Underinsured Adults with Diabetes Mellitus
Biloxi, MS
Haley Moon - Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
Community Network Series/Living and Loving Life After Stroke and Other Injuries
Gulfport, MS
Tonya Moore - Univ. of MS Medical Center
Combating Obesity One Plate at a Time
Humphrey’s County, MS
Shelby Polk - Delta State University
Blessings in a Box Cleveland, MS
Joyce Vaughn - Warren Yazoo Behavioral Health
Beautiful Grace Project Yazoo, MS
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This year, the MASN Board has been developing community projects to benefit Mississippians. Currently, our Break Through to Nursing division is split into two positions, according to geographical location, in order to better serve our state. Lauren Shiflett is the representative for the Central and South regions, and Sarah Leflore represents North Mississippi. We encourage student nurses to join MASN as it is a great opportunity to learn more about the field, and network with other students, nurses, and possible future employers. In an effort to attract more student nurses, we had a booth at the 25th Annual Legislative Nursing Summit for students to stop by and learn more about all MASN is doing to promote student engagement.
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