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TONL News & Updates
As I prepare to draft my message to our remarkable members for this new year, I am torn between a reflective and a visionary approach, so decided I would do a little of both. I will begin with our mission statement-to advocate and influence exceptional care delivery in Texas through Nurse Leaders! I believe that is what we did each and every day of this past year as we were all challenged to go above and beyond the oath we took to continue to care for others.
By Cindy Plonien, DNP, RN, CENP
As healthcare faces the second wave of the COVID pandemic, it may be a right-time to stop and think, reflecting on what has worked well and what has not worked so well in managing and leading organizations through the first wave of the pandemic. While some organizations have failed, others have thrived, blending innovation and adaptability, positioning themselves for success post pandemic.
Directly correlated to the outcome of every crisis is the attitude and approach of leadership, in leading people and supporting their organization’s mission.
In the book Stronger Through Adversity, Joseph Michelli relates exemplars from over 140 senior leaders of organizations that have successfully thrived through the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020.
It's that time of year whereby TONL will be opening the scholarship application process. We are excited to be expanding our scholarship opportunities for 3 different categories this year.
The application deadline for all types of scholarships is Thursday, October 30th. All applications will be reviewed by the TONL Scholarship committee and awardees will be notified once selected. AONL 2022 Call for AbstractsSubmission Deadline Extended to Aug. 31TONL Members, You are invited to submit an abstract for the 2022 American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Annual Conference in San Antonio. AONL 2022 will focus on improving patient care and promoting health across the care continuum using themes highlighted in the Future of Nursing Report and enduring adaptive practices forged in the pandemic including:
Abstract Link: https://www.aonl.org/conference/abstracts
Nursing Leadership
EmergingRNLeader
Being visible and communicating effectively with staff are important leadership traits in tough times. For the latest news from the Nurses on Boards Coalition, visit https://www.nursesonboardscoalition.org/news/.
Healthcare Industry
Practice and Patient Care
Minority Nurse
Maintaining work-life balance can be difficult for nurses with children, but there are steps that can help make things better. 
Members in the News
TONL welcomes the following new members:
Kim McCollough
Hendrick Health Director, Progressive Care Todd Ginapp Methodist Hospital Director Elisha Riggins
Hendrick Health Director, Emergency Dept. Joanne Underwood
J&S Professional Services Administrator
Stacie Elizondo
stacieelizondo@shannonhealth.org Certifications NE-BC, 2020 How has TONL contributed to your career? TONL has helped develop my day-to-day leadership skills. In addition, I was been able to network with other nurse leaders in Texas as we work together to face challenges specific to rural Texas. Background in the nursing field? I became a nurse in 1993 and worked in critical care and emergency care areas, until I made the transition to perinatal care, where I was a staff nurse, nurse manager, assistant director, and now an administrative director. I received my ADN degree in 1993, BSN in 1996, and MSN in 2018. What are your plans for future growth? I plan to continue to develop myself as nurse leader through continuing my professional education and by being open to accepting new challenges and opportunities that I am offered. What do you enjoy most about your job? I enjoy the interaction with others and the team approach we use to get the work done, day in and day out. Personal Tidbit I serve in my local church as a Stephens Minister, offering Christian friend to walk along side others in their time of need. Community Involvement/Service I serve on various local organizational committees, as well as the Texas Perinatal Association at the state level. |
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