ACNL Content

Our Chapter

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:19:35 GMT

Our Los Angeles/Coastal Chapter is a vibrant, engaged group of nurse leaders spanning clinical practice, academia, and industry that meet monthly to connect, network, and discuss the top nursing issues of the day. Our members include nurse managers, nurse executives, nursing consultants, nursing professors, and emerging nurse leaders as well. In addition to a focus on professional development, our chapter also prioritizes community outreach, with our current initiatives revolving around elder care and placement.

We are the voice of nurse leaders in the Los Angeles/Coastal area.

Health Policy Resources

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 21:28:31 GMT

Quality, Safety and Engagement

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 21:13:21 GMT

Purpose, Vision and Values

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 19:22:42 GMT

Created and embraced by nurse leaders, ACNL's purpose, vision, and values reflect the principles that guide the organization. They are the foundation for the work we do today and provide purpose and direction for the organization as we look to the future.

Purpose

ACNL is the professional nursing organization that equips nurses to lead self, others and systems.

Vision

Positioning nurse leaders to create and influence the future of health care.

Values

Integrity: Uphold the trust placed in the nursing profession

Innovation: Equip nurses with cutting edge research and educational programs

Inclusivity: Represent all nursing service and academic settings

Diversity: Reflect the communities we serve

Strategic Initiatives

ACNL provides lifelong learning opportunities to meet the needs of current and emerging nurse leaders.
ACNL is the influential voice of nursing leadership advocating for the advancement of the nursing profession.
ACNL celebrates diversity, engagement and active participation of its membership.
ACNL is the primary resource representing professional nursing's voice regarding health care issues.
ACNL leadership strengthens and diversifies revenue sources and optimizes human resources.

Health Work Environment Resources

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:41:17 GMT

Health Work Environment Resources

Refernence articles, documents. (Click below to access the documents)

Benefits of Membership

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 01:28:00 GMT

B enefits of Membership

An ACNL membership is an investment in your professional development. ACNL members receive many benefits and opportunities that can improve not only their careers, but the profession as a whole.

Join ACNL

When you become a member of ACNL you join California's network of nurse leaders. ACNL membership provides you with many benefits to help you increase your knowledge, skills, and expertise while advancing the nursing profession.

ACNL Committees

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 23:33:41 GMT

ACNL Committees

Annual Program

The purpose of this committee is to plan and orchestrate the coming year's annual conference.

Janet Hanley - Chair
Brandi Cassingham - Co-Chair

Bylaws

The Bylaws Committee performs an annual review and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors for adding, amending, deleting or making any other changes in the bylaw s.

Dale Beatty - Chair

Communication/Voice

The goal of this committee is to strengthen ACNL’s voice and influence by utilizing effective communication strategies and consistent messaging.

Mary Kay Shibley - Chair
Elyse Shelger - Co-Chair
Rachael Murray - Co-Chair

Finance

The Finance Committee monitors ACNL's finances and assists the Board of Directors in determining the appropriate financial direction of the organization.

Sonia Valdez - Chair

Health Policy

The purpose of the Health Policy Committee is education and advocacy. The committee is charged with analyzing and monitoring current regulatory and legislative issues.

Mary Lynne Knighten - Chair
Marlena Montgomery - Co-Chair

Healthy Work Environment

The Healthy Work Environment Committee is charged with linking resources and best practices, identifying and creating resources and tools for nurse leaders that support and foster excellence in patient care.

Nancy Blake - Chair
Danielle Gabele - Co-Chair

Member Experience

The Member Experience Committee develops strategies to recruit and retain ACNL members. The committee is also charged with the oversight of ACNL’s marketing plan.

Janette Moreno - Chair
Amy Rice - Co-Chair

Nurse Leadership Development

The purpose of the Nurse Leadership Development Committee is to help evaluate, plan and recommend programs and events that meet the educational needs of ACNL’s diverse membership. This dynamic team also develops outcome measurements for nursing leadership development.

Salma Mansour - Chair
Norie Bencito Acaac - Co-Chair

Nominations

The Nominations Committee manages the process for vetting board candidates and compiles and presents the final roster for elections.

Laurie Ecoff - Chair

Quality, Safety, and Engagement

This team promotes quality and patients safety initiatives by gathering and sharing information, resources and best practices with ACNL members.

Sarah Ferrari - Chair

Recognition and Scholarship

This committee oversees ACNL's scholarships and recognition awards.

Jeffery Hudson-Covolo - Chair
Anne Tanner - Co-Chair
Mary Lopez - Co-Chair

Research

This committee promotes the value of research to improve nursing practice and recommends, implements and evaluates ACNL research projects and priorities.

Kim Failla - Co-Chair
Sarah Flores - Co-Chair

Committee Documents

Foundations

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 07:18:58 GMT

Foundation for
Leadership Excellence

Creating a Community of Nurse Leaders

Next Courses In 2022:

August 8-12, 2022 - San Diego
More Information and online registration

November 14-18, 2022 - Garden Grove
More Information and online registration

Our health care environment is changing rapidly. Health care reform, pay for performance, HCAHPS, value-based purchasing, quality, patient safety and other critical initiatives are vital to the success of your healthcare organization and your ability to provide optimal patient care.

Foundation for Leadership Excellence is a five-day intensive program to help you develop long-lasting, effective leadership skills. Whether its human resource issues, customer-service concerns, implementation of quality and patient safety initiatives, budget analysis, cost-saving mandates or building your influence as a leader, you will gain new perspectives and solutions for the difficult challenges you face on a daily basis.

Course Objectives Include:

Explore innovations in nursing practice and leadership.
Identify and grow your personal leadership style to increase your influence and effectiveness.
Develop strategies to build a positive work environment with motivated employees where optimal inter-professional practice flourishes.
Examine proven approaches to enhance customer service and patient engagement to increase HCAHPS and CGCAHPS scores.
Utilize business plans and financial reports to drive decision-making.
Integrate performance-improvement, regulatory and accrediting principles into your leadership role.
Discover the nurse leader’s role in health care reform and the institute of Medicine’s Future of Nursing vision.
Discuss implications of policy decisions on nursing practice and patient care.
Develop proficiency in providing meaningful feedback to employees.
Devise strategies to effectively lead and manage change.
Re-energize your spirit to be the best leader possible.

Scholarship Opportunities

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 01:22:13 GMT

Scholarship Opportunities

ACNL offers scholarships, including the Nurses' Float and Pamela Jane Nye Scholarships, which are awarded at ACNL's Annual Conference in February. See below for more details.

ACNL Scholarship

In support of leadership excellence and lifelong learning, ACNL sponsors academic scholarships and fellowships annually for our members.

ACNL awards scholarships which support the registered nurse in:

· expanding leadership acumen through advanced study

· pursuing a higher degree to meet community or organizational need

· advancing nursing knowledge through research conduct and dissemination

Scholarships are awarded to nurses who are matriculated, at least halftime, in a school which furthers their knowledge and contributions to the public, including patients, families, students, communities, schools of nursing, or research, etc.

Selection is determined through a committee process and is based upon the applicant meeting eligibility criteria, completion of the application documents, and available funds. Scholarships are awarded based on dollars available in the scholarship fund and the number of individuals who have applied.

Membership in ACNL is not required to apply.

2022 Scholarship Applications Open Now!

Nurses' Float Scholarship

The Nurses' Float Scholarship Fund was created by Bare Root, Inc., a not-for-profit 501 (c) 3 organization, from funds remaining from the Nurse's Float which appeared in the 2013 Rose Parade. ACNL, in partnership with Bare Root, Inc., presents the Nurses' Float Scholarship annually. This is an academic scholarship awarded to a registered nurse pursuing either an ADN to BSN or BSN to MSN degree.

Membership in ACNL or California residency is NOT required to apply for the Nurse’s Float Scholarship.

2021 Online Nurses' Float Scholarship Application Open Now!

Membership in ACNL or California residency is NOT required to apply for the Nurse’s Float Scholarship.

2 0 21 Online Nurses' Float Scholarship Application Open Now!

COVID-19 Resources

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 00:12:01 GMT

CORONA Virus Resources

Here you will find the latest COVID-19 news and resources. This page will be updated as new information is available.

Vaccine Information

CDC Vaccine Tracker

My Turn California Vaccine Sign Up

VaxForce Volunteer Matching for Healthcare Professionals

Official Government Resources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 Information

Bureau of Registered Nursing (BRN) COVID-19 Information

California Department of Public Health COVID-19 Information

California Coronavirus Response

List of California Counties and their Official Websites

Tools and Trackers

Johns Hopkins University Dashboard

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Dashboard

World Health Organization (WHO) Dashboard

New York Times Dashboard

Weather.com Interactive Local Incidents Map (iOS/Android App)

COVID-19 Test Tracking

Interactive Timeline and Map

Growth Rate Visualization by Location

American Hospital Association (AHA) Guide to Forecasting Models

Staffing Resources

California Health Corps

HealthImpact Toolkit for Clinical Agencies

HealthImpact Toolkit for Students and Volunteers Preparing for Assignment

Medical Solutions Health Care Staffing Overview

Caring for Caregivers

Nurses in Distress: A Synopsis of Oregon Center for Nursing's 2021 Virtual Summit

Who's Taking Care of You While You're Taking Care of Everyone Else? (ACNL Podcast)

Finding Joy in Work (ACNL Webinar)

Pandemics: A history of discrimination

Nursing Programs

HealthImpact Academia Toolkits

Information Regarding Coronavirus Impact on CCNE-Accredited Baccalaureate and Graduate Nursing Programs 916.779.6949

AACN Considerations for COVID-19 Preparedness andResponse in U.S. Schools of Nursing 916.779.6949

CACN Letter to Governor Newsom Regarding Nursing Programs in Jeopardy due to COVID-19 916.779.6949

CACN Letter to Loretta Melby, California Board of Registered Nursing Acting Executive Officer, Regarding Nursing Programs in Jeopardy Due to COVID-19 916.779.6949

CACN-COADN Letter to Governor Newsom Regarding BRN CCR Section 1426 (g)(2) 916.779.6949

CNSA Statement to Governor Newsom Regarding BRN CCR Section 1426 (g)(2) 916.779.6949

CNSA Statement to BRN Regarding BRN CCR Section 1426 (g)(2) 916.779.6949

News

California Healthline Morning Briefing

Los Angeles Times Coronavirus Updates

Sacramento Bee Coronavirus Updates

San Francisco Chronicle Coronavirus Updates

Board Members

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 18:58:46 GMT

Interested in running for the incoming Board?
Download and submit the 2023 Nomination Packet

Our Bylaws

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 18:48:53 GMT

The following proposed bylaw changes will be voted at the ACNL Annual Program during the business meeting on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 from 9:30am - 10:45am

Proposed Bylaw Changes:

Circles of Giving

rene@nfluencegroup.com (Rene Faulcon) — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 18:48:53 GMT

ACNL's Philanthropic Program

Support the Vital Work of Nurse Leaders!

Contribute to ACNL's Circles of Giving!

Every donation counts! YOU can make a significant difference by donating any amount to ACNL. Increasing the number of members contributing to our program improves our ability to secure donations from foundations and outside contributors.

Together We Make A Difference!

ACNL’s Circles of Giving is an exciting initiative to actualize the vision, purpose and spirit of ACNL through philanthropic efforts by members like you. It’s about taking charge of our future by ensuring that the vital work we do continues to flourish. Most importantly, ACNL's Circles of Giving program empowers California nurse leaders to support one another through a shared spirit of contribution, commitment and service. The future is in our hands!

Join Us in ACNL's Circles of Giving

When you join one of our Circles of Giving , you become an important partner in designing ACNL’s future while helping us garner the critical dollars to expand core programs, including:

Education and Professional Development - for nurse leaders at all levels from emerging to executive
Mentorship - guiding the next generation of leaders
Research - transforming practice through new knowledge
Innovation - creating and sharing ideas for optimal outcomes
Health Policy - raising our voice for change
Scholarships and Fellowships - supporting lifelong learning

Click Below to Contribute

General Fund

All Contributions to Support ACNL's work are tax deductible