NYSASN is Seeking Candidates for President-Elect and Treasurer!
According to the bylaws of the New York State Association of School Nurses, the transition of the officers occurs at conclusion of the annual meeting in which the officers have been installed. With the recent amendments to our bylaws, this transition will now occur at the annual meeting that coincides with the annual conference. Since the annual meeting for 2007 was held in April, the next annual meeting will be held in November 2008 in conjunction with the annual conference, at which time the next installation of new officers will occur.
Candidates for the offices of President-Elect (a three-year commitment consisting of a one year term as president-elect, president and past president) and treasurer (a two year renewable term) are being sought now. Candidates for elected office must be active members (members in good standing) of NYSASN for three consecutive years of membership (current and two previous) and should possess energy and a vision for NYSASN's future. Membership in this organization demonstrates one's commitment to professionalism in school nursing in New York State and in the nation. Serving on the Board of Directors and as an officer is a further demonstration of that commitment.
It is gratifying to be able to view the advances in our specialty profession from a vantage point that is broader than one’s own health office or school district. It is reassuring to realize that issues that concern one, concern many-if not all, school nurses in the state. It is invigorating to see the effort being put forth by school nurses volunteering their time to advance the practice of school nursing and improve the educational success of children in their care. The networking opportunities, professional liaisons and resources that are available as a NYSASN member, Board of Directors member and a NYSASN officer are immeasurable.
I urge each and every NYSASN member to consider "going one step further" than you think you can and giving serious thought to a position on the Board of Directors or an officer position. If you know of a colleague who might be considering a position, I ask that you support that colleague in her/his decision and beyond! No one does this work alone and the supporters play an important, yet different, role in the success of NYSASN. November 2008 might seem a long way off, but we need to plan now. If you are interested in being a part of the leadership team of NYSASN, please contact me. A nomination form can be downloaded (click here). I look forward to hearing from you!
Joanne Reynolds RN, Immediate Past President
Chairperson of the Nominating Committee
nysasnpastpres@yahoo.com
518-386-4312 (w)
