2016 Njns Program Book Final5

Table of Contents
Greetings from the President
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Convention Sponsors
Page 7
NJNS, Inc. 2014-2015 Executive Board

NJNS, Inc. Board of Directors Biographies
Keynote Speaker and Deans and Directors Luncheon

Focus Session Speakers Biographies and Topics
Convention Schedule
Map of Ballys
Convention Exhibitors Booth Listing

Map of Exhibitor Space
Member School Listing and Delegate Count

Convention Code of Attire & Conduct
Rules of Order for Business Meetings
Parliamentary Rules
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Page 9
Page 17
Page 19
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Greetings from the President!

On behalf of the members of the board of directors welcome to our 64th
annual convention of New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc. (NJNS). The
conventions theme, Nursing: Honoring the Past and Shaping the Future,
acknowledges that the nursing profession is not only respected for its
modern-day advances but also for the courageous nurses of the past who
fought for monumental change in the profession. The board has brought
together faculty, administrators, and other members of the nursing
community to promote excellence in nursing to the next generation of nurses.
Over the next day and a half, you will network, gain new knowledge at
the educational sessions, and make new friends. Take advantage of everything
the convention has to offer! Youll hear nursing leaders from various
organizations and dignitaries from around the state as they bring greetings
and welcome you to Atlantic City and the convention. Dr. David Anthony
Forrester PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, Division of Nursing Science, School of
Nursing, Rutgers University Newark will deliver an engaging keynote address.
Explore the gigantic exhibit hall and meet with representatives from schools,
businesses, and healthcare facilities. Plan to experience a night of fun, food,
and dancing at our First Night Party. Its a pajama party - pajamas and slippers
are in order- and dont forget to visit the photo booth for a picture in those
pajamas.
This convention would not be what it is without the generosity of our
sponsors and advertisers. Thank you to everyone whose generosity helped
enrich this convention for the nursing students of New Jersey. I also want to
thank the outstanding team of board members, under the guidance of the
consultants and advisors, who worked tirelessly to deliver an exciting
convention for you. Thank you for joining us and may the experiences you
have here take you on your way to a successful career. We are all very excited
to help you find what you will bring to the future of nursing.
Respectfully,
Paola Montesino, RN
President
New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc.
New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc.

2015-2016 Executive Board
President:
Paola Montesino, RN
First Vice-President:
Alyssa Wallschleger
Second Vice-President
April Ancheta
Secretary:
Subbashini Neelam
Treasurer:
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Pulsebeat Editor/Public Relations Director:
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Membership/Nominations Director:
Nikhila Manchikanti
Breakthrough to Nursing Director:
Katrina E. Taormina
Legislation Director:
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Resolutions Director:
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Fundraising Director:
Aisha Mian
NJSNA Consultant:
Barbara Chamberlain, PhD, APRN
NJLN Consultant:
Kim Seaman, MSN, RN, CNE
Parliamentarian:
Presidential Advisor:
Jacqueline Hunterton-Anderson, BSN, RN
Presidential Advisor:
Barbara Cannella, PhD, APN
Staff Advisor:
Regina Adams, BSN, RN, CNOR
64th Annual NJNS Convention Sponsors

Thank you to all of our generous convention sponsors
who have helped make this years convention possible!
Hurst Review Services
Picmonic
New Jersey State Nurses

Association
CPR Saving Hearts

Juicy Platters
ATI Nursing Education
Trader Joes-Wayne, NJ
Kaplan Nursing Education

Larry Ross
American Holistic Nurses

Association
KissPrep
Walgreens- Clifton, NJ
Ballys
Rabia Ahmed & Ali Aslam
New York Jets
Javid I. Mian & Samina A. Mian
New York Red Bulls Soccer
Louis A. Chismar Jr. & Elaine

Chismar
Chocolate Treasures
Frank D. Riggio Co. Inc.
Rutgers University
New Jersey League for Nursing
Starbucks-Clifton, NJ
Rider University
Alsteade Farms, LLC
Duyen Pham & Daniel Obester

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64th Annual NJNS Convention Sponsors

Thank you to all of our generous convention sponsors
who have helped make this years convention possible!
Ripleys Believe it or notAtlantic City, NJ
Uno Pizzeria & Grill

Bank Mobile
Shrimp Box
Costco Wholesale-Wayne, NJ
National Assoc. of Hispanic

Nurses- Garden State Chapter
Dr. Barbara Chamberlain
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Board of Directors Biographies

President
Paola Montesino
My name is Paola Montesino and I am the president of the New

Jersey Nursing Students, Inc. (NJNS) for the 2015-2016 term. I
am incredibly grateful for this opportunity to contribute to an
organization that empowers nursing students to reach their
professional and academic goals. The NJNS board works
tenaciously, complimenting each other's strengths and
supporting one another to bring positive changes to the student
nurse community. That is what quality healthcare is about and
that is what I love.
I have always been interested in the wellness of the community. In high school I
volunteered for several community events that delivered clothes, food, and toys to those in need.
I also volunteered at Palisades Medical Center, where I first became intrigued by the dynamic
that exists within hospitals. This past June I earned my diploma from Holy Name Medical Center
School of Nursing and I am now enrolled in an RN to BSN program at Western Governors
University. I am a registered nurse in the progressive care unit at Palisades Medical Center. It has
been such a wonderful experience to have gone from a volunteer to registered nurse within the
same facility.
In February 2015 I attended the NJNS convention during my senior year in nursing school
and was truly captivated by the resources that the organization provides to students. This annual
event brings together about 1,000 nursing students and provides them with information and
opportunities to expand their horizons in the profession. I cannot express how excited I am to be
a part of the board planning the next convention. As the president of NJNS, I share my enthusiasm
and passion for nursing to provide students with the same support that I continue to receive
from this organization. I look forward to meeting you at the convention.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions at president@njnsinc.org.
First Vice-President
Alyssa Wallschleger
Hello everyone, my name is Alyssa Wallschleger and I am serving

as the first vice -president for the New Jersey Students, Inc. (NJNS)
for the 2015-2016 school year. I am a junior at Georgian Court
University- Meridian Health School of Nursing, and will be
graduating in May 2017 with my bachelors in nursing.
I found my passion for nursing while volunteering in the
emergency department (ED) at a local hospital when I was in high
school. I enjoyed my time volunteering because it was the little
things that I could do to improve the patients experience, such as a
warm blanket, a smile, or a listening ear. I became inspired to do bigger things for my community
to help those in need. I have always lived by the wise words of Mahatma Gandhi, Be the change
you wish to see in the world. As captain of my Relay for Life team, I raised over $2,000 for the
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American Cancer Society by creating various fundraisers and events. I have strong skills in
communication, networking, and delegation. I have been fortunate to serve as a delegate for
Lead for Diversity through the American Conference on Diversity.
I currently work as a patient observer for my local hospital and provide child care services to a
local family. Through providing child care services I have learned the art of patience and how to
effectively communicate with children. I aspire to specialize in pediatrics to provide the same
compassionate care that I would want the children I care for to receive.
At Georgian Court University I serve as vice president of the nursing club. I have served as
president of the junior nursing cohort and as a student government representative. I am
continuously creating goals for myself to be an active leader in the nursing community. Again,
thank you to all of those who voted for me to join this distinguished board. I am extremely
excited to further advance NJNS and enhance my own leadership skills. My goal as your first vice
president is to inspire and share my passion for nursing throughout New Jersey and eventually
the nation. I look forward to interacting with you all!
If you have any questions or concerns please contact me at 1stvp@njnsinc.org.
Second Vice-President
April Ancheta
My name is April Ancheta, and I am serving as the second vice

president for New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc. (NJNS). This is my
second year on the executive board; last year I served as legislation
director and secretary.
I am a senior in the Rutgers School of Nursings B.S. majoring in
nursing with a minor in Spanish. I have always been enamored of
the Spanish culture, and I love the complexities that come with
learning new languages. I always knew I wanted to do something in
healthcare, but when I first entered college I didnt know what it
was. It took me some time to realize that nursing was for me, but ever since Ive found this field, I
am happy to say that I truly believe that I was meant to be a nurse. I love conversing with people,
and the satisfaction I receive from knowing that I have helped better other peoples lives is
unparalleled.
Outside of the classroom, I am a proud brother of the national community service fraternity
Alpha Phi Omega (APO), from which I have gained tremendous leadership, friendship, and
volunteer experiences. I served as sectional representative, as chair for one of the fundraising
committees, and as secretary. As a member of the School of Nursing Student Senate I served on
the community outreach committee, and I am now a peer mentor for freshmen students. Through
this role I hope to promote academic and personal success. During the fall 2015 semester I
served as an undergraduate peer instructor teaching a one-credit course open to freshmen on the
Rutgers New Brunswick campus). The class was called First Year Interest Group Seminars (FIGS)
Exploring Nursing, and I have been given this opportunity to teach students in a subject I love
and to help acclimate them to the Rutgers community. I grew from this position and learned that
I have a passion for teaching. Someday I hope to come back to academia and teach, contributing
to nursings future. I serve as president for my schools SNA, the Rutgers Student Nurses
Association (RSNA). I am committed to advancing and promoting the nursing profession, and
developing students to reach their fullest potentials.
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I have worked as a nurse extern at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation on the spinal cord
injury (SCI) unit. I am a patient care associate (PCA) at The Valley Hospital on the orthopedic
floor, and I conduct research with Dr. Shirley Smoyak, RN, PhD, FAAN on her study High Energy
Drinks With and Without Alcohol.
I am excited to be the second vice president for NJNS because I enjoy reaching out to people
and genuinely value their opinions and knowledge. In this role I hope to bring the most
outstanding speakers to the annual NJNS convention we hold at Ballys on March 3rd and 4th in
Atlantic City, NJ! The nursing students of New Jersey deserve to hear from the best!
I ultimately chose to become a nurse because as clich as it is, I want to make a difference in
peoples lives. I hope that through serving as your second vice president, I will be able to
positively impact all New Jersey nursing students. If you have any questions feel free to reach out
to me at: 2ndvp@njnsinc.org!
Secretary
Subbashini Neelam Satish
My name is Subbashini Neelam Satish and I currently serve as the

secretary for New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc. (NJNS) for the 20152016 school year. I am a junior at Rutgers School of Nursing where I
am working on my B.S in nursing. In the future, I hope to work in
critical care and eventually pursue my masters degree in nurse
anesthesia. I am honored to serve on the NJNS board which strives
to bring a voice to nursing students and fosters education to the
general public. I will work to the best of my ability uphold the legacy
of NJNS.
I have always held a strong passion for leadership and community service. I currently serve as
the Rutgers New Brunswick representative for the Class Council of 2017 and have previously
served as secretary for the council. As a member of the School of Nursing Student Senate, I
served on the Community Outreach Committee, helping develop and implement service activities
for the nursing student body. Ive also been active in the Rutgers Student Nurses Association
(RSNA) serving as resolution/breakthrough to nursing director for the past two years. I had the
opportunity to attend the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) convention in Phoenix as
a delegate in April where I learned valuable skills that will assist me in performing my duties as
secretary of NJNS.
I have a strong passion for helping others and bringing awareness to social issues that are
prominent in our society. This passion has inspired me to join the Rutgers Habitat for Humanity
chapter where I serve on the executive board. Through my experience on the board of Habitat for
Humanity, I have learned to advocate, raise funds, and bring awareness to the lack of sustainable
housing to others. My goal is to educate the public and student nurses on issues and changes in
nursing policy.
I volunteer in the emergency department at Morristown Hospital and I recently completed a
six-month internship at AT&T where I learned and assessed AT&T Managed Router configuration
to help customers solve basic network and internet issues.
I look forward to working with all of you and meeting you at convention! Please look for me
while you are there.
If you have any questions, please contact me at secretary@njns.org.
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Pulsebeat Editor/Public Relations Director

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Membership/Nominations Director
Nikhila Manchikanti
My name is Nikhila Manchikanti and I am honored to serve as

the membership/nominations director of New Jersey Nursing
Students, Inc. (NJNS) for the year 2014-2015. I am a sophomore at
Rutgers University, College of Nursing, New Brunswick, and will
be graduating in May 2017 with a B.S. in nursing.
In high school, community service was a large part of my life,
from being secretary of my high schools Key Club to being a Girl
Scout for the majority of my life. Throughout the four years, I
volunteered at JFK Hartwyck, working with nurses who took care
of the patients suffering from a variety of diseases. As the years went by, I realized that I wanted
to pursue a career that gravitated around helping people. Nursing embodied that need and I have
decided to attend Rutgers, College of Nursing.
During my freshman year at Rutgers University, I was part of the Community Outreach
Committee, a branch under the Rutgers Senate. With this committee, we have brought the
nursing community together with numerous service events that exemplify how it is in the spirit
of nursing to take care of others. Through this committee, my love for nursing and my school
magnified which is why I am serving as New Brunswick representative for my class senate this
upcoming year.
When I first became a member of NSNA, I was unsure what membership exactly entailed until I
was selected to be a delegate to the NJNS convention in February. It was an honor to be a
delegate as a freshman because I saw what nursing is all about. It was exhilarating to attend
different sessions, vote on by-laws and amend the resolution. The convention and being a
delegate reinforced my excitement to become a nurse. Being elected as
membership/nominations director is a wonderful opportunity and I will do my best to work with
the board to increase membership and involve more schools in the organization. I will help NJNS
grow as an organization and contribute to the further success of the organization. Feel free to
contact me with any questions or concerns!
Breakthrough to Nursing Director

Katrina E. Taormina
My name is Katrina E. Taormina and I am proud to be serving as

the Breakthrough to Nursing (BTN) director of the New Jersey
Nursing Students, Inc. (NJNS) for the 2015-2016 term. With my
background in leadership, the medical field, and my immense
passion for nursing I will bring great knowledge and experience to
my role on the NJNS board this year. I am very excited to work
with schools across the state of New Jersey to promote nursing and
show them all the wonderful aspects that it brings to peoples lives.
I come from a family with a public service background; my
father and mother hold their emergency medical technician (EMT) certifications. My parents
opened my eyes to the medical field, such that in 2012, I decided to become an EMT. This really
fueled my dedication to help others. After taking care of my first patient, I knew that I wanted to
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be in the medical field for the rest of my life. To broaden my knowledge with the emergency
medical services (EMS), I became nationally certified in 2015. I currently volunteer with Saddle
Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps to help the community - whether being on standby at a local
football game, or responding to calls from home.
Once I had knowledge of the medical field, I wanted to explore the structure in a hospital. In
2012 I began working for Kindred Healthcare where I learned the hospital operations and the
responsibilities each team member has for coordinating care for the patient. The hospital
environment helped solidify the path I want to take in my nursing career.
I started perusing my nursing education at Passaic County Community College (PCCC) in 2015.
Once I started the program, I wanted to be involved with not only the school, but with my
classmates as much as possible; thus, I was elected the class president. I'm also an active member
of the Nursing Student Organization (NSO) at PCCC where I am the treasurer. With the NSO, I
participate in different types of workshops that help nursing students practice their skills and
participate in fundraisers such as the Breast Cancer Walk. I will be graduating in 2016 and will
continue my education to obtain my Bachelors in the Science of Nursing (BSN) . Eventually, I
would like to earn my doctorate in nursing practice (DNP) in acute care. Having the knowledge
and skills not only to care for the sick and injured, but to save someones life is what truly
motivates me.
Legislation Director
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Resolutions Director
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Fundraising Director
Aisha Mian
My name is Aisha Javid Mian and I am honored to serve as the

fundraising director for the New Jersey Nursing Students Inc.
(NJNS) for the 2015-2016 year. I am currently in my second
semester of nursing school at Passaic County Community College
(PCCC) and serve as the vice president of my class. I will be
graduating in December 2016 with my associates degree in
nursing.
I am an active member and the vice president of the Nursing
Students Organization (NSO) at PCCC. I am involved with the rest
of the members and board to raise money for breast cancer awareness and several different
walks such as the breast cancer awareness walk and the multiple sclerosis walk, to provide
workshops and to help all students at all levels of nursing with care planning, test taking
strategies, and psychiatric topics. These workshops have had a great turnout and we continue to
help each other grow and become better nurses. Last year the NSO raised over $250 from our
breast cancer awareness bake sale and this year as event coordinator, we were able to triple the
profit and raise over $750. I believe you only need goals and motivation to achieve your dreams.
From meeting upper-classmen and nursing faculty at various events, Ive learned a
tremendous amount of information and I cannot wait to become a nurse. Although I am not sure
what area of nursing I would like to specialize in, I am confident that through networking and
through clinical rotations I will be able to successfully choose something that I will love.
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As this is my first time as a member of NJNS and its board, I am very excited to see what
the future has in store for me and I am honored to be part of such an amazing organization. I look
forward to learning and to making a positive change and having the opportunity to network with
the help of NJNS. My goal is to help NJNS grow as an organization and give it my all.
Advisors
NJLN Consultant
board for the 2014-15 year.
I received my BSN and MSN from the University of Texas. I have

worked in pediatric intensive care, transport ream and as a clinical
nurse specialist. I am a Certified Nurse Educator. I am currently a
professor at JFK/Muhlenberg School of nursing where I have
worked for 12 years. My responsibilities include presenting the
pediatric theoretical content and clinical for students. I also
practice with a pediatric group in New Providence, New Jersey. I
am proud to currently serve as the NJLN Consultant to the NJNS
Parliamentarian/ NJSNA Consultant

Welcome to Atlantic City and the New Jersey Nursing Student, Inc.
(NJNS) 64th annual convention. I am the parliamentarian and the New
Jersey State Nurses Association consultant for NJNS. Ive been involved
with NJNS and the National Association of Nursing Students (NSNA)
since 1992. I have been the Student Nurse Club advisor at Atlantic
Cape Community College for 6 years and the New Jersey League for
Nursings consultant to the NJNS board for 4 years. I also served as the
National League for Nursings consultant to the NSNA for 4 years and
have served in my current role as parliamentarian for many years.
As the parliamentarian, I help the students with parliamentary procedure and work with the
Scholarship Committee to award educational funds, with the resolutions director to present a
resolution relevant to the nursing students of New Jersey, and with the second vice president to
revise the bylaws and policies of NJNS when a legislation director is unavailable. As the NJSNA
consultant, I support students in decision-making, leadership, and various board activities. I
currently work in governmental affairs at NJSNA but I have held positions as a staff nurse,
nursing supervisor, clinical nurse specialist, director of research projects, and as an academic and
clinical faculty member at the diploma, associates, baccalaureate, and masters levels of nursing
education. I now teach in business education. I have served as an officer in the United States Air
Force and as a past president of NJSNA. Last year NJNS board members honored me with their
first Lifetime Legacy Award.
The board members have worked diligently to present this convention. I encourage you to take
advantage of every opportunity this conference has to offer. Enjoy!
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Presidential Advisor
Jaqueline Hunterton-Anderson, BSN, RN
Hello, my name is Stephanie Huang and I currently serve as the

presidential advisor of NJNS, Inc. Having assumed multiple positions
on the NJNS board of directors, including presidency in 2013-2014, I
have experienced the challenges and joys of convention planning. It
is my honor to support this years board of directors in their journey
of leadership and service to the nursing students of New Jersey.
I graduated from Rutgers School of Nursing, legacy UMDNJ and
Rutgers College of Nursing, in May 2014. I am currently employed at
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) on the heart failure and transplant floor. As a
new graduate, the challenges discussed in nursing school have become a reality, i.e. falls,
pressure ulcers. In the midst of such challenges, I have realized the importance of my
responsibilities as a nurse in providing safe and quality patient care. I love being a patient
advocate and an interdisciplinary team member. I aspire to continue my journey in nursing to
become a nurse leader through continuing education and active involvement at RWJUH, and in
my profession organizations such as the ANA, and NJSNA.
Presidential Advisor
Barbara L. Cannella, PhD, RNC-OB, APN
Barbara Cannella, a clinical associate professor at Rutgers

University, has over 20 years experience in nursing education and
teaches maternity and leadership courses. She received her BS, MS,
and PhD in nursing from Rutgers University College of Nursing. As a
perinatal clinical specialist, she works closely with state and national
organizations, such as the March of Dimes and the Central NJ Family
Health Consortium, to influence care of childbearing families. Her
research focuses on clinical issues related to pregnancy and care
during pregnancy. She also serves as an advisor to NJNS, the Rutgers Student Nurses Association
and is the faculty counselor for the Alpha Tau Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International.
Staff Advisor
Regina Adams, BSN, RN, CNOR
Welcome, fellow New Jersey nursing students and nursing faculty.

My name is Regina Adams and I am the administrative assistant. My
focus is to provide support and guidance to the students as they plan
the annual convention and transition into their new leadership roles.
There is an enormous amount of work that board members must
accomplish to ensure a successful convention. It is my pleasure to be a
part of this wonderful organization. We hope that you will take
advantage of all the focus sessions have to offer and enjoy the first
night party. On a personal note, I am a graduate of Capital Health System School of Nursing in
Trenton, NJ. I finished my bachelors in nursing at Thomas Edison State College and am currently
a DNP student at Rutgers Camden. I work at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital as a
service line manager in the operating room.
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64th Annual Convention Distinguished Speakers

David Anthony (Tony) Forrester, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN
Keynote Speaker
The Truth!
Tony Forrester is professor in the Division of Nursing

Science at Rutgers University School of Nursing and is
clinical professor in the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson
Medical School.
Dr. Forrester has been a nurse for more than 40 years. His
areas of expertise and specialization in nursing clinical
practice are: adult emergency/trauma, critical care, and
psychiatric/mental health nursing. Dr. Forrester is a widely
known scholar and has published extensively on a wide
range of topics, including: HIV/AIDS; critical care family
needs; aggressiveness of nursing care at the end of life;
gender-related health, including minority mens and
womens health; falls risk assessment and prevention in the
acute care setting; physical restraints management; healthcare policy; mentoring and
leadership development in nursing; and nursing history. Springer has just published Dr.
Forresters new book, Nursings Greatest Leaders: A History of Activism.
Jan Peek, MSN, RN
Deans and Directors Luncheon Speaker
Understanding the Development of the NCLEX Test Plan

Jan Peek, MSN, RN has thirty-nine years of experience in
nursing education administration and teaching. She served as
Chairperson of an Associate Degree Nursing Program, a
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
Evaluator, and wrote several grants including a $2.4 million
Community Based Training grant (Project AHEAD) from the
United States Department of Labor in 2005. She currently
serves as faculty for Hurt Review Services and serves on the
Curriculum and CE Development Committees. She is a member
of Sigma Theta Tau and received her MSN from the University
of Alabama as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
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Focus Session Speakers Biographies and Topics

Herman Abuchowski, RN, BSN, MS/MPH
Panel Session- The Transition from Nursing Student to Registered Nurse: Everything You
REALLY Need to Know
Common end-of-nursing school year worry: youve graduated, passed the NCLEX, and just got hired
for your first job as a staff nurse problem is, you dont really know how to be a nurse! Many new
graduate nurses share this sentiment when it comes to transitioning from nursing student to
registered nurse. Youre excited to finally have autonomy and administer medications under your
own name, but at the same time that scares you, and makes you feel excited, anxious, and challenged
all at the same time. Come listen to this panel as each new graduate nurse panelist talks about how
he/she has managed to navigate the post-graduate life as a registered nurse!
Herman Abuchowski is a second-career nurse who developed non-profit vocational and health-related
programs for veterans and at-risk youth in Dallas, Texas. In 2012, he left the non-profit sector to pursue a
career in nursing and explore a passion for individual, hands-on care. He has dual masters in applied
anthropology and public health from the University of North Texas and in 2015 he earned a BSN from
Rutgers University. In June 2015, he started at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ as a staff
nurse on an oncology/telemetry unit with dedicated hospice beds.
American Red Cross

Blood Drive
Clara Barton and a circle of her acquaintances founded the American Red Cross in Washington, D.C. on
May 21, 1881.The American Red Cross exists to provide compassionate care to those in need. Our
network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving
suffering, here at home and around the world, through five key service areas: disaster relief,
supporting Americas military families, lifesaving blood, health and safety services, and international
services. As one of the nations premier humanitarian organizations, we depend on the many
generous contributions of time, blood, and money from the American public to support our lifesaving
services and programs.
April Ancheta
REALLY Need to Know
April Ancheta is a senior nursing student in the Rutgers School of Nursing, with a minor in Spanish. April
has dedicated her undergraduate career to the themes of leadership, mentorship, and service. April is the
current president of the Rutgers Student Nurses Association (RSNA), second vice president for NJNS,
research assistant to Dr. Shirley Smoyak, RN, PhD, FAAN on her research High Energy Drinks, with and
without Alcohol, and April is also a past-Peer Instructor for the freshman undergraduate 1-credit course
Exploring Nursing through the First-year Interest Group Seminars (FIGS) program. Outside of her work
with various levels of the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA), April loves volunteering at health
screenings in the New Brunswick community, being able to provide both care and interpretation to the
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Spanish-speaking population in New Brunswick, NJ. In the future, April aspires to become a nurse
educator, contributing to nursings future in that way.
Samuel Arana, BSN, RN

The Many Specialties and Careers in Nursing
Nursing is probably one of the most versatile professions. This session will present a wide-range of
specialties in nursing. Dr. Leo-Felix Jurado, a seasoned educator and a passionate leader organized a
panel of speakers comprise of his previous students who are now working in different fields of
nursing such as Urgent Care, Emergency Department, Critical Care, Labor & Delivery, Sub-Acute/Long
Term Care, Correctional, Critical Care Transport, APN/Hospitalist and APN/Womens Health Clinic.
Speakers will discuss the opportunities and challenges in their fields. They will describe a typical
day at work and what characteristics nurses must have in order to enjoy working in those areas.
Samuel graduated from Passaic County Community College with an Associate in Applied Science Degree
in Nursing in December 2012. While working at an Urgent Care center, he completed his BSN at William
Paterson University in August 2015. Samuel currently works at the Emergency Department at New York
Presbyterian-Allen Hospital and at the same time maintains his employment at Med-Express Urgent Care
in Totowa. He plans to obtain his certification in ER nursing and to continue his education.
Judith Barberio, PhD., APN,c
The Use of Homeopathy in the Treatment of Pain
Homeopathy is founded on the law of similars, maintaining that like cures like. This belief
maintains that what causes symptoms in large doses can act as a remedy when administered in tiny
amounts. Homeopathic medications are ultra-diluted amounts of plant, mineral, and animal
substances used to stimulate the bodys healing systems. These medications can be used as
preventative medicine to optimize health or for symptoms such as acute or chronic pain. Recent
guidelines suggest strategies to mitigate the escalating rates of prescription opioid misuse, addiction
and overuse. Homeopathy is a complementary treatment that can be utilized to mitigate these risks.
Dr. Barberio has been a Nurse Practitioner for over 30 years and is board certified as an adult and
geriatric Nurse Practitioner and in Pain Management and Homeopathy. She practices in an inpatient Pain
Management setting and developed an outpatient pain management practice in an urban HIV clinic. She
also treats patients for symptom management in palliative care and sub-acute facilities. Dr. Barberio
completed a one year program in homeopathy and has incorporated homeopathy into her pain practice.
She also teaches on pain management for graduate and undergraduate nursing students, nurse
practitioners, and medical residents and fellows. She is research chairperson for the Garden State Pain
Management Association and is a Board member of the Drug Utilization Review Board for New Jersey.
Dr. Barberio is the author of 9 editions of the Nurses Pocket Drug Guide, consulting editor for the EMS
Pocket Drug Guide, and on the Editorial Board for the Clinicians Pocket Drug Reference.
Nellie Bellot, MSN, RN, CRRN
The Art and Science of Rehab Nursing
The specialty practice of rehabilitation nurse is guided by philosophy, theory and research with the
goal of optimizing the clients health and function. Rehab nursing is client centered, goal orientated
and outcome based. Nurses as part of an inter-professional team, bring a unique, holistic focus to
rehabilitation through promotion of maximal health, patient and caretaker education, while
consistently striving for the outcome of maximal independence and community reintegration.
Nellie Bellot, MSN, RN, CRRN is the Education Coordinator for Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, New
Jersey. She received both a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing Education
from Felician College, Lodi, New Jersey. Ms. Bellot is a Lead Nurse Planner for the Inpatient Rehabilitation
division and is involved with many nursing committees. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
(CRRN) and a CRRN Review Program Coordinator and presenter. She has experience teaching in a
nursing program and has conducted several presentations both locally and nationally.
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Barbara Blozen, EdD, MA, RN-BC, CNL

Securing your Mentor
Mentoring is a reciprocal learning relationship where the mentor and mentee agree on a partnership
in which they will work collaboratively toward mutually defined goals. Evidence suggests that various
factors, such as the mentor-student relationship and the mentors knowledge, competencies, attitude
and communication skills play an important role in students learning (Wright 1990, Baillie 1993,
Campbell et al 1994, Andrews and Chilton 2000, Andrews and Roberts 2003, Pellatt 2006). Mentors
can play an important role in the mentees growth both professionally and personally, building
confidence and self-efficacy. One may have a number of mentors throughout ones career.
Dr. Barbara B. Blozen, an associate professor of nursing at New Jersey City University, has been
appointed to the New Jersey State Board of Nursing by Governor Chris Christie.
Dr. Blozens published work has appeared in The American Nursing Today and in the Journal of the
NYSNA. Dr. Blozen has been a presenter at conferences throughout the whole including The International
Nursing Research Congresses of Sigma Theta Tau International in Prague and Brisbane. The chair of the
NJSNA Review Team III since 2010 and vice president of The Institute for Nursing Region 6 through
2016, Dr. Blozen was appointed to NJSNAs Committee on Continuing Education. She has served as an
accreditation appraiser for the American Nurses Association and as a manuscript reviewer for Nurse
Education in Practice since 2011. Dr. Blozen holds an Ed.D. in Higher Education from Seton Hall
University, an M.S. in nursing from New Your University, and a B.S.N. from Wagner College.
Lynne C. Borucki, PhD, RNC-OB
Promoting Academic Integrity in Nursing Education
Principles of academic integrity are essential to the success of an educational institutions mission.
Failure to uphold these principles threatens both the reputation of the educational institution and the
value of the degrees awarded to its students. Familiar reports of cheating, plagiarism, or falsification
of data abound within educational institutions. However, when nursing students cheat without
learning, use unauthorized material, falsify data, or in any other way breech the principles of
academic integrity, professionalism and the quality of patient care is compromised and patients may
suffer. This presentation will focus on how promoting academic and personal integrity will have an
impact on nursing students learning, behavior, and professionalism.
Dr. Lynne C. Borucki is Clinical Associate Professor and Director of Special Projects at Rutgers School of
Nursing Camden. She has over 30 years of experience in nursing education at the Baccalaureate,
Masters and Doctoral levels. She received her BSN from Thomas Jefferson University, a MSN from the
University of Pennsylvania with a primary focus in womens health, and her PhD in Nursing from the
University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Borucki is nationally certified in obstetrical nursing and has published
and presented nationally and internationally on topics related to transitional care of childbearing women
and their families. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International and AWHONN, currently serving as
a reviewer for JOGNN. She has been a member of several multidisciplinary research teams and currently
serves as a co-project director on two program initiatives supported by the Robert Wood Johnson
Foundation.
Michelle Bradford, BS, RN
REALLY Need to Know
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Michelle Bradford earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Rutgers School of Nursing in May
2015. She works as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse at University Medical Center of
Princeton at Plainsboro in NJ. She is the designated Tracheostomy Champion of her unit, was directly
involved in updating/revising the institutions Tracheostomy Care Policy, and is a forerunner of the
bowel and bladder-retraining program, educating staff on all inpatient units. She entered the profession
through a 15-week RN residency program and previously worked as a Nurse Extern and Clinical Care
Technician at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset. Through her undergraduate honors
program, she conducted research on shift work, culminating in publication within an international
occupational health journal and presentation to the Eastern Nursing Research Society. She also operated
as head monitor for NJNS convention, alternate delegate for NSNA convention, and Secretary for Rutgers
SNA. Additionally, she has functioned as a crisis/suicide hotline listener, holds a Black Belt in Tae Kwon
Do/Hapkido, and plans to pursue a Master of Science in Forensic Nursing.
Kathleen Burke, PhD, RN

Student Nurse Leadership: Strategies that Impact Patient Outcomes
In an innovative twist to senior nursing students clinical leadership experience, Ramapo College and
St. Josephs Regional Medical Center collaborated on a patient education project to impact patient
satisfaction. The students were asked to assess the Medical Centers current structure and process for
medication and discharge teaching, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and then devise an
improved structure and process which they piloted during their clinical experience for the semester.
The outcomes for this collaboration were impressive both in terms of the leadership of the students,
relationship building with the Medical Centers nursing staff and improved patient satisfaction.
Kathleen Burke presently serves as the Assistant Dean in Charge of Nursing at Ramapo College of NJ. In
this role she has created academic/clinical partnerships between the college and The Valley Hospital,
Ridgewood, NJ, The University of Sierra Leone in West Africa and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science
and Technology in Kumasi, Ghana. She serves as research advisor to local Magnet Hospitals She has been
a member of the Baldrige Board of Examiners since 2004.Kathleen is presently serving on the Board of
Trustees of The Valley Home Care System in Ridgewood NJ.
She holds a Bachelors Degree from Rutgers-The State University of NJ, College of Nursing, MA is from
New York University, Division of Nursing and she holds a PhD in Nursing Theory and Research from New
York University. She has completed the Six Sigma Green Belt certification from Villanova University.
Recently she was awarded an AACN/Wharton Executive Leadership Fellowship.
Kym Burrows, MSN, CCE, RN

Have the Edge! How to Write a Nurse Graduate Resume and Come through the Job Interview
a Winner!
Writing a resume as a graduate nurse can seem very difficult and challenging. It does not have to be!
As a new grad, you want to make sure all you have to offer a potential employee is presented in a clear
comprehensive manner. Equally as critical is the interview. By preparing for your interview
effectively, one can increase the chances of securing that nursing job. Before you head out for the
interview, identify what you can do to land that job!
Kym Burrows, MSN, CCE, RN, has extensive experience in maternal/child nursing. She received her
Masters in Nursing from William Paterson University. Kym is a certified child birth educator and has
been employed in a number of healthcare facilities in the New Jersey area. Ms. Burrows is a member of
Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing and is the moderator of the Felician College chapter of the
Student Nurse Association. Currently, she is employed as a full time instructor at Felician College, located
in Lodi, New Jersey.
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The Silver Lining to Nursing School
NURSING CARE PLANS.SKILLS.EXAMS..CLINICAL.CLASS.PAPERSWhat is good about all
the craziness called Nursing School?! Come and learn how every aspect of nursing school will help
you not only become a nurse but will also help you as individual! Every cloud has a silver lining and
so does the storm called Nursing School!
Barbara Cannella, a clinical associate professor at Rutgers University, has over 20 years experience in
nursing education and teaches maternity and leadership courses. She received her BS, MS, and PhD in
nursing from Rutgers University College of Nursing. As a perinatal clinical specialist, she works closely
with state and national organizations, such as the March of Dimes and the Central NJ Family Health
Consortium, to influence care of childbearing families. Her research focuses on clinical issues related to
pregnancy and care during pregnancy. She also serves as an advisor to NJNS, the Rutgers Student Nurses
Association and is the faculty counselor for the Alpha Tau Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International.
Eric Cascio, RN
Eric completed his Associate in Applied Science in Nursing from County College of Morris in May 2006.
He began his nursing career at Somerset Medical Center ICU and worked there for almost two years. For a
short duration, he was a Transplant Coordinator with Sharing Network. For the past seven years, he has
been working as a Transport RN, currently with the Atlantic Health System Ambulance.
Margaret Conrad, DNP, RN, BC, CTN, A
The Past and Present of Correctional Nursing
Corrections nursing is still a well-kept secret. Finally recognized as a nursing specialty in 1985 by the
American Nurses Association, corrections nurses work in the 14 New Jersey state prisons and
Juvenile correctional facilities. .At this presentation, we will examine the history of correctional
nursing and where it is going in the future. The presenters will also share how correctional nurses
care for their unique patient population from day to day, what it takes to work in corrections and
should you consider a career as a corrections nurse. And, yes, new grads are considered for
employment!
Margaret Conrad DNP, RN, BC, CTN, A is the Chief Nursing Administrator at Rutgers University
Correctional HealthCare.
Linda Curley, RN, BSN, MSN, FNP

Population Health
Population health has been defined as the health outcomes of a group of individuals, including the
distribution of such outcomes within the groups. More recently, population health has been
described as measuring and optimizing the health of groups and in doing so, embracing the full
range of determinants of heath, including health care delivery.
Objectives:
The goal of this program is to discuss what population health is, whom population-health
interventions reach and the role nurses play in population health. After attending this presentation,
you will be able to:
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Describe population health and how it fits into healthcare delivery and reform
Explore components of social determinants of health.
Discuss current and future education initiatives for healthcare leaders
Explain specific successful population health management programs and share best practices.
Linda Curley is currently a full time Rutgers School of Nursing Faculty member. She began work in a
pediatric practice and then in the pediatric/adolescent unit at Westchester Medical Center Valhalla, N.Y.
This is a level I, 895 bed regional adult and pediatric trauma center. The majority of her patient
experiences were in oncology and post-trauma. She worked in other area hospitals before accepting a
position as the clinical research coordinator for a world renowned dermatologist at Pascack Valley
Hospital. Her work resulted in receiving FDA approval for drugs and medical devices. The most important
study beginning in phase two for the second botulinum toxin to receive FDA approval in the U.S. Her
main passion is nursing in the areas of simulation , accident prevention and pediatric sexual abuse. She
began her education at Rockland Community College in Suffern, New York. And from there earned her
BSN at Ramapo College in Mahwah, N.J. She graduated in 2001 with her MSN and FNP from Dominican
College in Blauvelt, N.Y.
Elizabeth Davis, BS, RN
REALLY Need to Know
Elizabeth Davis graduated with a BS in Nursing from Rutgers University School of Nursing in May 2015.
Elizabeth is currently employed at Monmouth Medical Center as a staff nurse on the inpatient Pediatric
unit. She discovered her passion for Pediatric nursing while volunteering at her local hospital for eight
years prior to graduation. During her senior year, Elizabeth had the privilege of serving as Fundraising
Director on the 2014-2015 NJNS Inc. Board of Directors and as President of the Rutgers Student Nurses
Association (RSNA). She is a research assistant on a project focusing on the effects of Super Storm Sandy
on children and adolescence in NJ. Her involvement continues as a member of Sigma Theta Tau
International (STTI) and the New Jersey State Nurses Association (NJSNA). She aspires to become a nurse
leader, like her mentors before her, and one day continue her education to become a pediatric nurse
practitioner.
Kelly Delaney, RN, PhD
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Kelly Delaney, RN, PhD earned her BSN, MSN, and PhD from the University of Pennsylvania. She
currently evaluates disaster response programs throughout the world. She began teaching for Kaplan in
2010 and has consistently ranked among the most highly rated instructors by students. She was the
recipient of Kaplans ACE Award for Teaching Excellence in September 2014. She currently resides in
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Delaware, but teaches throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Her enthusiasm, humor and knowledge of NCLEX
strategy and content combine to give students a fantastic experience in the classroom.
Maria Delgado, RN, BC

employment!
Maria Delgado, RN, BC is a Staff Nurse Trainer at Rutgers University Correctional HealthCare.
Margaret Drozd, MSN, RN, APRN-BC

50 Shades of Nursing: Expanding into the Community
Nursing students are traditionally focused on careers in acute care settings. However, with the
provisions of the Affordable Care Act, the most transformative health care is happening in the
community. Explore how a nursing career that encompassed many different settings ultimately led to
addressing health needs where an individual lives, works and plays. Learn about the positive impact
in a communitys health when institutions joined together to map out a communitys health needs and
implement a community health improvement plan.
Margaret Drozd MSN, RN, APRN-BC is a Family Nurse Practitioner and the director of Community
Mobile Health Services at Saint Peters University Hospital. She is also certified as a Clinical Nurse
Specialist in Adult Health and a School Nurse. In practice for 36 years, she has worked in a variety of
settings in acute care, home care and public health. She has also been adjunct graduate and
undergraduate faculty for Rutgers College of Nursing and the Department of Nursing at the College of
New Jersey. Twenty years ago, through grant funding, she helped to launch a mobile health van at Saint
Peters that provides community and corporate healthcare to over 10,000 patients annually at 250
community sites throughout Central NJ.
Rosario P. Estrada, DNP, RN-BC, CPN

Implications of the Use of Technology for the Care of Older Adults
Americas seniors have historically been late adopters to the world of technology compared to their
younger compatriots, but their movement into digital life continues to deepen, according to newly
released data from the Pew Research Center. Usage rates among seniors are steadily increasing, but
still well below the national average. Many seniors have physical conditions or health issues that
make using new digital devices a challenge. Most older adults say they would need assistance learning
how to use new devices and digital services. Nurses can positively impact the quality of their elderly
patients life by teaching them how to use the new technology appropriately and effectively.
Objectives:
1.) Discuss the main findings of the Pew Research Center regarding older adults and their use of
technology.
2.) Describe the barriers seniors face that makes the use of technology challenging.
3.) List how technology can contribute to care of older adults.
Dr. Rose Estrada is an Assistant Professor and Specialty Director of the Nursing Informatics Masters
Program at Rutgers School of Nursing. She also works at Raritan Bay Medical Center as a Professional
Development Department educator/database administrator. She completed her Bachelor's Degree in
Nursing at the University of Santo Tomas, College of Nursing, Philippines, Masters in Nursing
Administration at Seton Hall University, and Doctor of Nursing Practice at Rutgers School of Nursing
(Formerly UMDNJ, School of Nursing). She was a faculty scholar of the Health Information Technology
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Scholar (HITS) program supported by HRSA, a recipient of the Nurse Informatics Excellence Award from
the Philippine Nurses Association of America and a DIVA in Nursing from the New Jersey Institute of
Nursing. She is an active officer and member of many professional organizations and has mentored
students at various educational levels. She has several publications and presentations in the field of
nursing informatics/nursing nationally and internationally.
Jacqueline Falcone, BSN, RN

Medication Adherence: What Your Patients Need to Know
The reality is, "drugs don't work in patients who don't take them". Lack of Medication adherence is
one of the common causes in readmission rates across the board especially in patients suffering from
high risk disease processes. It's important for nurses to identify gaps or barriers in the patients
ability to adhere to medication early on, during the admission phase of the patients hospital stay so
that the patient is more aware and has clear knowledge base at the time of discharge. Nurses and
other health care professionals can collaborate a way to develop processes giving the patients a better
understanding into their disease state and the medications used to treat aiding in a smoother
transition of care; from hospital to home.
Jacquline Falcone, BSN, RN, Transition Care Nurse Specialist, Cardiovascular Nurse Consultant has
over 18 years in the medical profession, past experience includes; but is not limited to, critical care
medicine. Worked in various clinical settings, such as: emergency medicine, ICU, CCU, interventional
cardiology, initiated start up as Lead RN in private Cardiology practice and interventional radiology
administering IV conscious sedation.
Currently an RN Clinical Administrative Coordinator, Supervising all Nursing and ancillary staff in an
Acute Care Facility, as well as holding a RN position as a Cardiovascular Nurse Consultant and Transition
of Care Nurse Specialist for a global Health Care Company collaborating with various clients within
healthcare.
Mary E. Fortier, EdD, RN, CNL

You are the RN Now what? Where will your future take you?
Novice nurses are faced with many challenges when beginning employment in the profession of
nursing. The challenges include time management, learning a new skill-set for patient assessment,
and learning the culture of the environment in which they are employed. Does self-efficacy increase if
given the professional support that novice nurses require as they begin in the profession of nursing?
Self-Efficacy is defined as: a personal judgment or belief concerning ones ability to successfully
perform a particular task or behavior (Bandura, 1986). It is theorized that self-efficacy may influence
the likelihood of success.
Dr. Mary E. Fortier, an Associate Professor of Nursing at New Jersey City University has 30 years
experience in nursing in Med/Surg, ICU, Community Health and Administration. She has taught in
Diploma Schools, Associate and Baccalaureate Degree programs as well as at the Masters level. She has
been published in Nursing Economics and The American Nurse Today.
Dr. Fortier has been a presenter at conferences throughout the world, including the Title V 2014
Nurse/Health Sciences Summer Institute, the International Nursing Research Congresses of Sigma Theta
Tau in Prague and Brisbane.
Dr. Fortier is an active member of the New Jersey State Nurses Association, sitting on the Institute for
Nursing (IFN) Board and is the Region 6 Chair for Education/Ocean County.
Dr. Fortier holds an Ed.D. in Higher Education from Seton Hall University, an M.A. in Nursing Education
from New York University, and a B.S.N. from The City College of New York.
Kathleen Gialanella, RN, Esq, (LLM, JD, BSN)

Social Media & the Nurse: What Could Go Wrong?
This focus session explores the benefits and risks to nurses who use social media in health care
settings. It presents an overview of the legal consequences of using Social Media inappropriately, and
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provides helpful hints to protect nurses from the legal pitfalls that can significantly damage and even
destroy a career.
Kathleen is a practicing attorney in NJ and NY. Her law practice is devoted to representing healthcare
professionals who face legal issues on the job or are under investigation by government agencies,
including the Boards of Nursing. After receiving her BSN from the University of Maryland she served in
the US Army Nurse Corps. She received a Juris Doctorate from New York Law School and a Master of
Laws in health law and policy from Seton Hall University Law School. Her law office is in Westfield, NJ.
She also has taught health law, policy and ethics to baccalaureate, masters and doctoral students at
Columbia University Teachers College, Seton Hall Law School and various Colleges of Nursing. She has
authored many professional articles and chapters for academic texts. She is co-founder of the Nurse Law
Academy of Continuing Education. She is member of the American Association of Nurse Attorneys and the
NJ State Bar Association End of Life Task Force. She serves as the NJ Representative for the Army Nurse
Corps Association.
Diane Gillooly, DNP, RN-BC, APN
Concussion Management in the Pediatric Population
Concussions are a form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) resulting in mental status that may or may not
be accompanied by loss of consciousness. At least 1.7 million TBIs occur annually, with 75% being in
the form of concussion. Almost half a million patients, ages 0-14, visit emergency rooms annually for
TBI (CDC, 2013). The diagnosis of concussion can be difficult to make as symptoms vary among
individuals, may be subtle and vague, and neuro-radiologic imaging studies typically reveal no
abnormalities. Without proper evaluation and treatment, concussions can go undiagnosed and have
potentially catastrophic results.
This presentation identifies the current recommendations on screening and management of
concussion in the pediatric population. A clear, concise definition of concussion is presented as well
as recommendations for concussion management. Return to play and return to learn guidelines are
discusses. The nursing role in concussion management is described.
Diane Gillooly, DNP, RN-BC, APN is a full-time faculty member at Rutgers, the State University of New
Jersey, School of Nursing. She is certified as a pediatric advanced practice nurse by the New Jersey State
Board of Nursing and is a member of the American Nurses Association. Diane earned her BSN and DNP at
Rutgers School of Nursing and her MSN in pediatric critical care at Seton Hall University. She has 28
years of pediatric nursing experience in acute, chronic, community, and critical care settings and 16 years
of experience in nursing education. Diane has taught at Rutgers School of Nursing for over 10 years. Her
primary research interests are related to pediatric head trauma and she has collaborated with colleagues
on a study regarding post-traumatic stress symptoms experienced by children affected by Super Storm
Sandy. She can be contacted at gillooly@rutgers.edu.
Michelle Golba-Norek, RN, BSN, MS, CEN, MICN
Duck and Hide. AK-forty- what? Active Shooter in the house
A basic overview of active shooter situations within the hospital setting will get you started learning
how to be safe.
An active shooter is defined as a person or persons who appear to be actively engaged in killing or
attempting to kill people in the hospital or on the hospital campus. Prepared nurses and other
hospital personnel minimize risks to all involved. Be aware and be prepared to deal with an active
shooter situation. Facts will help protect you and your patients, fiction will get people killed.
Michelle Golba-Norek, MS, BSN, RN, CEN, MICN has more than 25 years in the nursing field and is
currently in Community Health Education at Raritan Bay Medical Center. She is a Registered Nurse with
background in emergency care, critical care, program development, staff management, community
outreach and supervision. She is actively involved in Emergency Preparedness education and
management. She is a Community Emergency Response Team Educator/Coordinator for Sayreville and
Perth Amboy. She holds certifications in Incident Command and Emergency Preparedness. She is a
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Paramedic, Nurse and Emergency Medical Technician mentor and has helped new paramedics, nurses
and Emergency Medical Technicians adjust to the emergency care setting while transitioning from
student to staff while at Raritan Bay Medical Center. She is a Therapy Dog handler. She is an Adjunct
Professor in the Fitness, Exercise and Sports Department at New Jersey City University and at the
University of Bridgeport in the College of Chiropractic.
Rosalie Grantoza, DNP, MBA, RN-BC, CCRN

Do I need to wear body armor to work? Workplace Violence at new heights
Workplace violence is a major concern for employers and employees nationwide. It ranges from
threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and even homicide. According to Occupational Safety
and Health Administration, nearly 2 million American workers report having been victims of
workplace violence each year. Unfortunately, many more cases go unreported. The truth is, workplace
can strike anywhere, anytime, and no one is immune.
Rosalie B. Grantoza, DNP, MBA, RN, CCRN, BC has more than 22 years in the nursing field and is
currently the Senior Director of Nursing, Old Bridge Division at Raritan Bay Medical Center. She is a
Registered Nurse with extensive background in critical care, program development, staff management
and supervision. Rosalie is the Chairperson of a number of committees and conducts numerous
presentations for nurses on the Intensive Care Unit and the Medical-Surgical Units at Raritan Bay Medical
Center. She is a nurse mentor and has helped new nurses adjust to the riggers a nurse may experience
while transitioning from student nurse to staff nurse while at Raritan Bay Medical Center. Rosalie is the
past President of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses-Central New Jersey Chapter.
Dolores Guida, RN
employment!
Dolores Guida, RN is a Regional Nurse Manager at Rutgers University Correctional HealthCare.
Gerti E. Heider, PhD, MSN, APN, GNP-BC

Implications of the Use of Technology for the Care of Older Adults
Americas seniors have historically been late adopters to the world of technology compared to their
younger compatriots, but their movement into digital life continues to deepen, according to newly
released data from the Pew Research Center. Usage rates among seniors are steadily increasing, but
still well below the national average. Many seniors have physical conditions or health issues that
make using new digital devices a challenge. Most older adults say they would need assistance learning
how to use new devices and digital services. Nurses can positively impact the quality of their elderly
patients life by teaching them how to use the new technology appropriately and effectively.
Objectives:
1.) Discuss the main findings of the Pew Research Center regarding older adults and their use of
technology.
2.) Describe the barriers seniors face that makes the use of technology challenging.
3.) List how technology can contribute to care of older adults.
Dr. Gerti Heider is an Associate Professor in the graduate and undergraduate nursing programs at
Rutgers, The State University School of Nursing. She holds a PhD in Education, a post masters certificate
as an adult nurse practitioner and is a board certified gerontological nurse practitioner. She is the track
coordinator for the Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Program and Specialty Director of
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the Nurse Education MSN Program, and serves as chair on the doctoral committee of several students.
She loves to teach and be a part of the solution for health care. She has written articles, presented
internationally at conferences, conducted research and provided faculty development in gerontology,
which is her favorite specialty. When she is not working as an associate professor she likes hiking,
traveling, and playing with her three dogs, Lucy, Maddie, and Fred.
Robert G Hess, Jr, PhD, RN, FAAN

Career Fitness Landing Your First and Right Job
The presentation will analyze the current job market to help students successfully market themselves
as excellent products solutions to problems to prospective employers in today's healthcare
environment. They will learn how to develop and use state-of-the-art cover letters, resumes, and
portfolios to impress employers. They will also be able to enter interview sessions armed with
questions and valuable information about the hiring organization that will enable them to interview
their interviewers, and obtain their targeted job.
Robert Hess, PhD, RN, FAAN, is the Executive Vice President, Education Programs & Credentialing, for
OnCourse Learning, which publishes Nurse.com (formerly Nursing Spectrum and Nurseweek),
Continuingeducation.com, and Today in PT and Today in OT. He leads the largest CE providerships for
nurses and dietitians as well as 16 other health professions, granting 4,000,000 contact hours in 2015
through 4,127 currently active educational activities, generated by his 38-person content team. He is
also the Founder of the Forum for Shared Governance and webmaster for www.sharedgovernance.org. As
author of the only instruments for measuring governance in organizations, used globally in 300
healthcare systems, available in seven languages, he is the worlds leading researcher on shared
governance. The is the 14th time that Dr. Hess has spoken about the nursing job market for this
conference.
Carolyn E. Holl, RN, DNP, CPN, CNE
Annas Story and End of Life Decisions
Annas Story is a 25 minute film professionally produced by Overlook Medical Center in Summit NJ to
educate health care professionals. The film raises questions about the need to consider decisions
pertaining to care at the end of life. After viewing the film, Ms. Holl will lead the audience in a
discussion about the film, any questions it raises and how nurses can assist patients and their families
to make end-of-life plans. If time permits, a review of the recent POLST (Practitioner Orders for Life
Sustaining Treatment) will be given and nursings role in using this planning tool.
Carolyn E. Holl RN MA CPN CNE is an Associate Professor of Nursing at Raritan Valley Community
College and Clinical Instructor for Fairleigh Dickinson University. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree
in Nursing from Boston University, a Masters of Arts in Nursing from New York University and is
finishing a Doctor of Nursing Practice at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her clinical specialties are
pediatric and medical surgical nursing. She is a certified Pediatric Nurse and a Certified Nurse Educator.
From her work in pediatric intensive care units and on medical surgical floors with chronic ventilator
patients, Ms. Holl has become an active advocate for advance directives and use of the new POLST. Her
dissertation currently in progress is to teach nursing home residents about the POLST to increase its use.
She is an active Annas Angels nurse for the Atlantic Health System, educating the general public about
advance care planning.
Louella Holtz, MSN, RN, APN, CCRN
Wedgies and name calling I thought that went out in 5th grade Lateral Violence and Bullying
HAHA
Lateral violence and bullying has been in existence in our profession for decades. This phenomenon
leads to negative outcomes not just for the nurses but also patient care. This presentation provides an
overview of lateral violence and bullying among nurses in acute care setting. The following topics will
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be addressed: prevalence, factors leading to bullying, manifestations of lateral violence,

consequences of bullying and strategies to handle this issue.
Louella Holtz, MSN, RN, APN-C, CCRN is a Professional Development Educator at Raritan Bay Medical
Center. She has 27 years of nursing experience in various clinical settings such as: pediatrics, medicalsurgical, telemetry, ICU, CCU and ED. In her position as an educator she coordinates educational and
professional development activities for critical care, telemetry and cardiac catheterization laboratory
units; coordinates Critical Care Course, Triage Course, IABP Course, PCI Workshop, 12 Lead EKG Training,
and Phlebotomy Training. She is a member of AACN, Sigma Theta Tau, and ANPD. Louella is an American
Heart Association Instructor in CPR, ACLS and PALS, and an Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI)
Instructor. Previously has been a speaker for New Jersey Student Nurses Convention and other state
organizations.
MaryAnn Hozak, MSN, RN, NEA-BC
Student Nurse Leadership: Strategies that Impact Patient Outcomes
In an innovative twist to senior nursing students clinical leadership experience, Ramapo College and
St. Josephs Regional Medical Center collaborated on a patient education project to impact patient
satisfaction. The students were asked to assess the Medical Centers current structure and process for
medication and discharge teaching, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and then devise an
improved structure and process which they piloted during their clinical experience for the semester.
The outcomes for this collaboration were impressive both in terms of the leadership of the students,
relationship building with the Medical Centers nursing staff and improved patient satisfaction.
MaryAnn Hozak is the Director of Innovative Nursing Practice and Quality Outcomes at St. Josephs
Healthcare System in Paterson. With expertise in healthcare administration and clinical education, she
has designed successful structures and processes to improve patient outcomes and promote professional
nursing development. She co-founded the New Jersey Council of Magnet Organizations in 2009 with the
mission to champion New Jersey as a premier state for high quality outcomes and support the states
Magnet organizations commitment to professional nursing excellence. She serves as Board Member for
the Organization of Nurse Leaders-NJ and as a member of the Editorial Board for the American Journal of
Nursing. Her publications include numerous research studies in caring science. MaryAnn has completed
the Six Sigma Green Belt certification from Villanova University as well as the Fundamental of Magnet
Certificate program from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Stephanie Huang, BS, RN
REALLY Need to Know
Stephanie Huang graduated Rutgers School of Nursing in May 2014 and is a registered nurse working at
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH). She works on a cardiac telemetry unit specializing in
patients with heart failure, heart transplant, and left ventricular assistive devices (LVADs). In the past
year, she has completed the RWJUH new graduate residency program and become a proficient bedside
nurse. Stephanie is now the magnet ambassador on her unit and has been appointed as the RWJUH RN
staff representative for the venous thromboembolism (VTE) task force.
Having been very active in New Jersey Nursing Students in the past, Stephanie has continued to be
involved in a professional organization following graduation. In January 2016, she was sworn in as New
Jersey State Nurses Association, Region 4 Members-at-large position.
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Aneesha Jean, MSN, RN

Health Literacy: Preparing to meet the challenges in Healthcare
Health literacy as defined by the Institute of Medicine, (2004) is the degree to which individuals have
the capacity to obtain, process and understand basic health information and services needed to make
appropriate decisions regarding their health. Specific patient populations are recognized as being
particularly vulnerable to poor health outcomes because of low health literacy. In an increasingly
complex healthcare system, nurses need to prepare to meet the challenges of health literacy. This
seminar will include an in depth look at health literacy and evidenced based strategies the entry level
baccalaureate nurse can employ to address the needs of low literacy populations.
Aneesha Jean MSN, RN is currently an Instructor of Nursing at Caldwell University. Her nursing
experience includes serving as a clinical instructor at several institutions in Northern NJ and working as a
Labor and Delivery Nurse at St. Josephs Regional Medical Center. She also served as the Director of
Wellness Services and Field Nurse Supervisor at HomeCare Option, a non-for profit organization. Mrs.
Jean has been a community health educator and has provided trainings on health promotion and wellness
issues for various populations and groups across the lifespan (i.e. Workers, Geriatrics and others). Mrs.
Jean also worked at high schools in Passaic County teaching students the importance of good nutrition,
exercise, and chronic disease prevention. She also serves as a mentor and tutor for BSN students. Mrs.
Jean earned her BSN and her MSN (Nursing Education) at Ramapo College of New Jersey and the
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey joint program.
Catherine Jopp, RN
REALLY Need to Know
Catherine Jopp is a graduate of the Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing. Before attending
nursing school, she studied French and English literature at Rutgers University.
Catherine is currently working as a registered professional nurse at Holy Name Medical Center on a medsurg unit that specializes in post operative care. She also serves as a volunteer with the Bergen Volunteer
Medical Initiative in Hackensack, NJ. In the next few months, she will begin work as a registered nurse at
the Kessler Rehabilitation Institute and begin classes towards her BSN.
Leo-Felix M. Jurado, PhD, RN, APN, NE-BC, CNE

Dr. Jurado wears multiple roles in nursing and healthcare. He is an assistant professor at William
Paterson University; Administrative Nursing Supervisor at St. Peters University Hospital and a Mentor at
Thomas Edison State University. He earned a BSN and BA English at St. Paul University, Philippines; MA
Nursing from New York University and a PhD in Urban Health Systems, a joint degree from Rutgers State
University and New Jersey Institute of Technology.
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Dr. Jurado is a past president of the NJ Board of Nursing; past president of the Philippine Nurses
Association of NJ; and past president of the Philippine Nurses Association of America (PNAA). He
currently serves as the PNAA Parliamentarian and the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Nursing Practice
Application & Reviews of Research. He speaks at regional, national and international conferences on
topics regarding foreign-educated nurses, men in nursing, leadership, and diversity. He has received
numerous awards in nursing, health care and community leadership.
Avril A Keldo, MSN, RN-BC, ANP-C, NP-C, OCN

Patient Satisfaction-Your Responsibility
In the era of pay for performance, patient satisfaction has become a vital part of healthcare relative to
re imbursement. Along with other critical criterias, patient satisfaction is now linked to value based
purchasing programs. The affordable care act requires linking value based purchasing to patient
satisfaction in an effort to measure patient experience. Customer Service results are reported to
Medicare Hospital Comparison website which allows customers to choose their healthcare facility of
choice CMS, began with holding a percentage of Medicare reimbursement as part of VBP Programs,
only giving this percentage back if customer satisfaction goals are met.
Avril Keldo is an advanced practice Nurse who currently works as an Oncology Nurse Manager on the
inpatient Oncology Unit at Saint Peters University Hospital. Avril and her Nursing Team have consistently
maintained patient satisfaction scores above the 90th percentile for the last eight years and have received
numerous awards for their customer satisfaction scores. Avril received a leadership award from ONE-NJ
In 2012. She earned her BSN from Kean University, a Masters, and Adult Nurse Practitioner from UMDNJ
and is currently pursuing a DNP at Rutgers University Avril recently received the living legend leadership
award Scholarship from ONE NJ. Avril is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International and presented at
the 2014 Sigma and Magnet Conferences on staff Nurses perception on a Dedicated Educational Unit.
Avrils Nursing unit is host to a DEU through Rutgers University.
Greta Kleiman, RN, MSN, APN
Diabetes Jeopardy
Diabetes Jeopardy is a fun, low pressure, and engaging way to learn and review how diabetes works,
what can happen if it is uncontrolled, and how to treat it. New this year will be a section on the most
current medications, their function and use.
Greta Kleiman RN, MSN, APN is a Professor of Nursing at the Muhlenberg School of Nursing in
Plainfield, NJ. She has been teaching Diabetes for 10 years. She also teaches perioperative, GI and GU
nursing, as well as Medsurg clinical nursing at Overlook Hospital in Summit NJ. She has worked in
Nursing in various fields including Med/Surg, Primay care, and Womens health.
Mary Lee Lang, RN

employment!
Mary Lee Lang, RN is a Regional Nurse Manager at Rutgers University Correctional HealthCare.
Tri Le, BSN, RN

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Tri has been a Registered Nurse for five years. He obtained his Associate in Applied Science, Nursing at
County College of Morris in May 2011 and his BSN at Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2013. He has
worked in sub-acute/long-term care, methadone clinic and now at Edna Mahan Correctional Facility.
Currently, he is pursuing, a Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner track at William
Paterson University.
Cecelia Gilligan Leto

Violence Prevention in Healthcare
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to describe the extent of workplace
violence in healthcare settings and be introduced to health & safety prevention strategies. The
participants will also be introduced to New Jerseys Violence Prevention in Health Care Facilities Act
and OSHA.
Cecelia Gilligan Leto is the NJ Work Environment Council (WEC) Project Director who focuses on safe
and healthy workplaces. As project director for WEC, Cecelia leads WEC's Safe Work/Safe Care initiative
and has provided quality participatory training to over 5,000 workers from more than 75
organizations. She facilitates an advisory committee to develop curriculum, delivers training, program
outreach and assessment, and grant administration. She is an authorized OSHA trainer for 10 and 30hour courses, and holds a Bachelors Degree in Labor Safety and Health. Cecelia is the current President
of the Coalition of Labor Union Women and served as Vice President of the Board of Directors for the
National Council for Occupational Safety and Health from 2011-2015.
Derrick Lieb, RN, MS-HCM, BSN, HN-BC

Self Care, Patient Care and Integrative Healing Arts: An Overview
Self Care, Patient Care and Integrative Healing Arts: An Overview, will be an overview of Integrative
Healing Arts or holistic practices that relate to the nursing practice. Topics discussed will include an
introduction to Integrative Healing Arts, the importance of self care for the new nurse, setting
presence with your patients and families, and finally interventions and modalities such as essential
oils, reiki, and guided imagery.
Derrick Lieb, RN is currently the Manager of Cheel 4 Orthopedics at The Valley Hospital, in Ridgewood,
New Jersey. Derrick received his Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Ramapo College of New Jersey and
his Masters of Science in Health Care Management from the College of Saint Elizabeth. In 2014 Derrick
completed the Integrative Healing Arts Academy Class through the BirchTree Center for Healthcare
Transformation and has received his National Board Certification in Holistic Nursing in 2015.
Anthony Lombardo
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Students about High Energy Drinks (HED)s
At the end of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
1. Understand how certain products are regulated.
2. Evaluate the variety of sources of caffeine.
3. Judge the value of a variety of high-energy drinks, with and without alcohol.
4. Explain to children, teens, young adults and others, the hazards of HED & ETOH.
5. Describe what is not known about HED use.
6. Suggest to professional peers where the literature resources are.
7. Suggest organizing sessions to bring HED/ETOH to the awareness of others.
Anthony Lombardo is a senior at Rutgers University School of Nursing. He is a member of the American
Assembly for Men in Nursing and Rutgers Student Nurses' Association. He is a volunteer for the Patient
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Experience Department, and also works on a cardiothoracic surgery floor at Robert Wood Johnson
University Hospital. Anthony also works as a research assistant for Dr. Shirley Smoyak where they focus
on learning about the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of high-energy drinks on populations. Anthony
plans to work as a nurse for some years following graduation, and then plans to attend a graduate
program for nursing to become a nurse practitioner, or a nurse administrator.
Jackie Lue Raia, Assistant Director, Resource Development, NJ Sharing Network

The Power of One: Saving & Enhancing Lives Through Organ & Tissue Donation &
Transplantation
NJ Sharing Network is a non-profit, federally-designated organ procurement organization responsible
for the recovery of organs and tissue for the 5,000 New Jersey residents currently awaiting
transplantation, and is part of the national recovery system, which is in place for the nearly 120,000
people on waiting lists. We partner with hospitals within our designated service area on public
education and donor management. In developing and implementing strategies to enhance
relationships with healthcare providers, the community and businesses, our goal is to increase
awareness and educate the residents and workers of New Jersey on the importance of organ and
tissue donation.
Jackie Lue Raia is the Assistant Director of Resource Development for NJ Sharing Network, the federally
designated organ procurement organization in central to northern New Jersey. In addition to her work at
NJSN, she sits on the Board of Directors of the Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation;
Board of Trustees of the Bergen County Workforce Development Board; Chair of the Bergen Community
College Womens Institute Board of Trustees; a member of the Healthcare and Human Resources Steering
Committees of Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey; an Advisory Board member of the NJ
Association of School Resource Officers; and is a 2005 graduate of Leadership New Jersey. In her current
role at NJ Sharing Network, she is responsible for increasing awareness and educating the residents and
workers of New Jersey on the importance of organ and tissue donation and the role they can play in
saving and enhancing lives.
Theresa Macalalad, DNP, MBA, RN-BC, CCRN
Alcohol, promiscuity, drugs, violence, DEPRESSION, SUICIDAL THOUGHTSAm I burnt out?
New graduates encounter many challenges as they begin their nursing careers. Transitioning from a
student status to a full-fledged professional nurse requires self-confidence and clinical experience.
Several factors are important for new graduates job satisfaction. Job satisfaction has been linked to
high-quality care, improved patient satisfaction, job stress and less turnover. Studies have shown that
empowered nurses are less likely to get stressed or burned out. New graduates need a supportive
environment in the early stages of employment in order to achieve professional and personal
development.
Dr. Macalalad has been a presenter at the NJ State Student Nurses Convention since 2009. Her area of
interest includes: critical care nursing, post resuscitation care, and leadership. She is currently the nurse
manager of an orthopedic, bariatric, urology and intermediate telemetry. She is Board-certified in
Medical-Surgical Nursing by the ANCC, Critical Care certified by AACN. She completed her Doctorate in
Nursing Practice from UMDNJ in 2012 and has a Master Degree in Nursing Administration and Business
Administration.
Nikhila Manchikanti
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Nikhila Manchikanti is a junior at the Rutgers School of Nursing. She is the Membership/Nominations
Director on the NJNS Board and the Treasurer of the Rutgers Student Nurses Association. She is
passionate about unraveling the interactions between humans and their environments, and is currently
absorbed with understanding the need for energy drinks in society. She also takes pride in being at
Rutgers and is an enthusiastic member of various student organizations that intersect at her love for
nursing and community service. She particularly loves her work as an assistant for Rutgers Nurture Thru
Nature, for which she is dedicated to teaching at low-income schools.
Philip T. McCabe, CSW, CAS
Meeting the Health Care Needs of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Patient
Sexuality minority individuals are often underserved or subject to inequitable or discriminatory
practices in health care settings. They can also be reluctant to disclose their sexual orientation with
providers based on previous experiences with heterosexism, judgment, discrimination, alienation or
mistrust. Nurses need to understand the complexity of sexual identity and gender expression in
working with LGBT individuals. While we maintain we treat all patients with respect, lack of trust of
health care systems by LGBT Individuals can increase risk factors for individuals to maintain good
health and wellness. Nurses can benefit from understand social determinants increase health
disparity.
Philip T. McCabe CSW, CAS, is a Certified Social Worker, Nationally Certified Addiction Specialist in the
areas of Compulsive Gambling, Alcoholism, Tobacco, Other Drugs and Sex Addiction. He is a Health
Educator for Rutgers School Of Public Health, in the Office of Public Health Practice, and an instructor for
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Rutgers School of Nursing providing training on Cultural
Competency, working with Lesbian Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Individuals. Additionally he is an
adjunct faculty for Rutgers Center of Alcohol Studies.
Mr. McCabe serves on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Lesbian & Gay Addiction
Professionals, and holds the position of President He was appointed by Gov. Christie to the NJ Board of
Social Work Examiners in 2014. He has presented workshops at various local, state and national events
and also in the United Kingdom.
James McGeary, Financial Representative, Certified Financial Services
Creating Financial Balance in the Nursing Profession
We will be looking to educate the members of NJNS on the unique ideas and strategies many of our
clients in the healthcare arena have adopted. Through our process we will share why traditional
needs based planning (Chasing a Rate of Return) leaves the nurse professional open to factors they
cannot control. These wealth eroding factors can be addressed by a macro approach to planning.
Nurses all too often place the care of others at the expense of oneself. Who is taking care of you, your
family and future? George Siderias and I will take this upon ourselves.
James McGeary is a Financial Representative at Certified Financial Services, a well-established,

respected member of the Guardian Network headquartered in Paramus, NJ. He is a graduate of William
Paterson University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration.
Jim has always had a deep interest in finance and a passion for helping people become financially
balanced. As someone married to a nurse for more than 25 years, Jim has an in-depth understanding of
the needs of the nursing professional. Today he works with nurses, law enforcement professionals, and
business owners to help them fully understand their financial lives and how the many components are
interrelated. Jims mission is to help his clients protect and grow their financial world without taking on
any additional risk.
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Daniel Misa, BS, RN, CEN, CPEN

Life in the Fast Lane: Emergency Nursing Today and Beyond
Do you have what it takes to be an emergency nurse? Explore the experience a nurse may encounter
during a shift in the emergency department (ED). Identify the education and certification
requirements needed to work in an ED, and discover the benefits of participating in professional
organizations such as the Emergency Nurses Association and the American Nurses Association.
Daniel Misa, BS, RN, CEN, CPEN is president elect of the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Northern
New Jersey Chapter, press secretary and Informatics Committee chairperson of the ENA New Jersey State
Council, and past president of the New Jersey State Nurses Association Region 1. Dan also serves on the
ENA Emergency Nursing Conference Planning Committee. He is an emergency department staff nurse
full time at Chilton Medical Center in Pompton Plains and per diem at Saint Josephs Wayne Hospital in
Wayne. Dan graduated with his bachelor of science degree from
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey College of Nursing in May 2010 and is enrolled in the master
of science degree program in nursing leadership and management at Rutgers. He is an active member of
the American Assembly for Men in Nursing, American Nurses Association,
American Organization of Nurse Executives, ENA, and the Philippine Nurses Association of New Jersey.
Patricia Munno, MSN, CPN, RN

Have the Edge! How to Write a Nurse Graduate Resume and Come through the Job Interview
a Winner!
Writing a resume as a graduate nurse can seem very difficult and challenging. It does not have to be!
As a new grad, you want to make sure all you have to offer a potential employee is presented in a clear
comprehensive manner. Equally as critical is the interview. By preparing for your interview
effectively, one can increase the chances of securing that nursing job. Before you head out for the
interview, identify what you can do to land that job!
Patricia Munno, MSN, CPN, RN is a certified pediatric nurse. She received her Masters in Nursing
Education at Mercy College, and is presently pursuing her DNP at Fairleigh Dickinson University. She is a
member of Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing and is a moderator of the Felician College Chapter
of the Student Nurse Association. Currently, she is a full time instructor at Felician College, located in
Lodi, New Jersey.
Shan Nanji, President & CEO KISSPrep
Pharmacology the Fun and Easy Way - ANS Pharm, Cardiac, and Antibiotics in 45 Minutes
Pharmacology doesnt have to be boring, there is no need to memorize so much information and
details. At KISS we believe in learning by understanding concepts, not memorizing details. So, come
learn pharmacology the easy way. This session will cover the three hardest areas of pharmacology in
45 minutes. Pay attention, and answer questions to win cash prizes! Come see why KISSPharm is the
fun, easy, and most efficient way to learn pharmacology!
Shan Nanji is currently a medical student. Shan realized that medicine is often taught in a way which
does not promote lifelong understanding or retention. So, Shan developed KISS Pharmacology - a unique
student-based approach to help make pharmacology easy for everyone. Pharmacology has many patterns
and this session will highlight those patterns so that you too can understand pharmacology. Most
importantly, you will enjoy learning pharmacology! The Keeping it Simple Series recently added KISS
NCLEX to our family, and several other additions are coming soon. At the Keeping It Simple Series we
keep things very simple, and entertaining!
Subbashini Neelam
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Judge the value of a variety of high-energy drinks, with and without alcohol.
Explain to children, teens, young adults and others, the hazards of HED & ETOH.
Describe what is not known about HED use.
Suggest to professional peers where the literature resources are.
Suggest organizing sessions to bring HED/ETOH to the awareness of others.
Subbashini Neelam is a junior at Rutgers School of Nursing where she is working on her B.S in Nursing.
She has always held a strong passion for leadership and community service. She is currently serving as
secretary on the NJNS board. As a member of the School of Nursing Student Senate, she served on the
Community Outreach Committee, helping develop and implement service activities for the nursing
student body. She is active in Rutgers Student Nurses Association (RSNA) serving as
Resolution/Breakthrough to Nursing Director for the past two years. She is an active member of Habitat
for Humanity and through her experience on the board, she has learned to advocate, fundraise, and bring
awareness to the lack of sustainable housing to others. She has been conducting research with Dr. Shirley
Smoyak since May 2014 and is very excited to present their research!
Tenzin Nelung, BSN, RN

Tenzin completed his BSN from William Paterson University in May 2013. He started his nursing career
at St. Josephs' Wayne Hospital in the ICU/CCU as a new graduate nurse and then moved to St. Joseph
Regional Medical Center in Paterson where he continued to develop and refine his critical care skills.
Currently, Tenzin works in the Medical ICU at New York Presbyterian- Columbia Hospital where he has
aspirations of strengthening his nursing acumen and moving onto an advanced degree in the future.
Nhat Nguyen, BSN, RN

Nhat Nguyen is an international student from Vietnam. He obtained his BSN at William Paterson
University in January 2014 and currently enrolled for his Master of Science in Nursing in the same
university. He works at Merry Heart Long Term and Rehabilitative Care in Succasunna, NJ. His goal is to
become a professor and a clinician in Nursing and Medicine.
Shannon Patel, BSN, RN, PCCN, CCRN-CMC

Cultivating Successful Nurses: A Continual and Ever-Evolving Process
Many new nurses are under the misconception that their clinical development begins in Nursing
School and ends upon completion of an employer provided orientation program. The truth of the
matter is that Nursing Schools and Clinical Orientation programs serve to provide a solid foundation
from which new nurses grow and develop into the clinical nurses that they aspire to become. This
presentation will review successful strategies designed to help ensure the professional success of new
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nurses as they begin their professional nursing careers in the demanding ,competitive, and evolving
healthcare industry.
Shannon Cronin-Patel is a Professional Practice and Development Specialist at AtlantiCare Regional

Medical Center, a Magnet designated organization. Through an eclectic career spanning over the past 20
years, she has been afforded the opportunity to develop clinical expertise in the areas of cardiac care,
clinical education, and clinical leadership. As part of her current role, Shannon leads the nurse preceptor
development program while providing support to the nurse preceptors and new nurses in an attempt to
ensure successful clinical orientation experiences for all nurses new to the organization. Shannon is
currently in her final semester of the Doctor of Nursing Practice in Adult Gerontology program at Rutgers
University, Camden.
JoAnn Pietro, RN, Esq. (JD, BA)

Aint Misbehaving How to Protect Your Nursing License
It has been more than ten years since the Cullen Law was enacted in New Jersey, yet it continues to
damage many unsuspecting nurses who do not even know this law exists or that it can devastate a
professional career. This focus session will explore this and other issues that could cause a nurse to be
reported to and investigated by the Board of Nursing.
JoAnn Pietro is a graduate of Holy Name School of Nursing. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Labor
Studies from Rutgers University and a Juris Doctor degree from the City University of New York Law
School at Queens College. Her law firm is in Springfield, NJ, where she practices health law and
represents nurses and other healthcare providers in actions before professional boards, in employment,
health care regulatory and practice matters, and malpractice cases. Ms. Pietro taught masters and
doctoral students at Columbia University Teachers College and at Felician College of Nursing. She has
lectured and written extensively on employment and healthcare related legal topics. She is co-founder of
the Nurse Law Academy of Continuing Education. Ms. Pietro is a member of the American Association of
Nurse Attorneys and the New Jersey State Nurses Association. She has served as Chair of both the Medical
Legal Committee, and the Young Lawyers Division of the Essex County Bar Association. She is active in
the Health Law Section of the New Jersey Bar Association and served as a Commissioner on NJ
Governor Corzine's Commission on Rationalizing Health Care Resources.
Deborah Prodoehl-Caniano, DNP, MSN, RN, CEN, PCMH-CCE
Population Health
Population health has been defined as the health outcomes of a group of individuals, including the
distribution of such outcomes within the groups. More recently, population health has been
described as measuring and optimizing the health of groups and in doing so, embracing the full
range of determinants of heath, including health care delivery.
Objectives:
The goal of this program is to discuss what population health is, whom population-health
interventions reach and the role nurses play in population health. After attending this presentation,
you will be able to:
Describe population health and how it fits into healthcare delivery and reform
Explore components of social determinants of health.
Discuss current and future education initiatives for healthcare leaders
Explain specific successful population health management programs and share best practices.
Dr. Caniano has been a nurse for over 25 years and is still thrilled with the profession and all the
challenges that being a member of the health care delivery system bring. She has an extensive
background and has held numerous positions in a variety of roles including staff, administration, critical
care transport, nursing education and population health care management. Dr. Caniano earned a Doctor
of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey where her research focused on
End of Life education for professionals and paraprofessionals in the subacute and long term care
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settings. Previously she earned a Master of Science in Health Care Administration from the University of
Pennsylvania and earned her BSN from Monmouth University. She is national board certified as a
Certified Emergency Nurse and Population Care Coordinator and is a Patient Centered Medical Home
(PCMH) content expert with NCQA.
Sharon Puchalski, DNP, RN, APN

Dr. Puchalski is a board-certified Womens Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP-BC). She completed her
Associate in Applied Science, Nursing at County College of Morris after earning a Bachelor of Business
Administration at Pace University. She went on to obtain a BSN-MSN at Seton Hall University and a
Doctor of Nursing Practice at William Paterson University. She has taught at Bergen Community College
Nursing Program and now an Assistant Professor at William Paterson University. She maintains her
nurse practitioner position at a private OB-GYN office doing health promotion, disease prevention,
diagnosis and management and overall comprehensive healthcare for women across the life span. Sharon
has twenty three years of experience in nursing practice and nursing education.
Tina Rayfield, RN, MSN, PA-C
Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy
This session will inspire you while at the same time help you learn creative strategies to remember all
of those drugs for the NCLEX-RN! Come and experience the One Minute approach to learning
pharmacology! Be sure you bring your signing voice for our Pharmaco-Karaoke section! A program
designed to transform a difficult subject into MAGIC through the use of Mnemonic, Active Learning,
Good old signing, Images and Collaboration!
Tina Rayfield is President of Sylvia Rayfield & Associates, Inc., and international nursing consulting
company that has been an integral part of nursing education for greater than 30 years and in more than
40 states and 15 countries around the world.
She is a Registered Nurse and a Nationally Certifies Physician Assistant with twenty-five years experience
with prescriptive privileges providing autonomous medical management for patients in office and
inpatient settings. She also has extensive training in nursing education with subject areas of NCLEX
preparation and accelerated learning techniques.
The company strategy for making the complex simple and fierce determination to be proactive nu
nursing facilitates the opportunity to be exciting and motivational speakers for both state and national
conventions.
Jay H. Rosenberg, MSN, CRRN, CNML
Spinal Cord Injury: Overview, Issues, and Rehabilitation
Spinal Cord Injury affects over 12,000 people each year in the United States and is one of the most
traumatic, costly, and devastating injuries seen today. This session will introduce the participant to an
overview of spinal cord injury, including anatomy, definitions, etiology, diagnostic exams, functional
outcomes, medical complications, and research and technological advances in the field.
Jay Rosenberg is the Chief Nursing Officer at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitations West Orange
campus. He has been a rehabilitation nurse since 1997, specializing in spinal cord injury and urological
issues. He received a BA in Anthropology from Boston University, a BS in Nursing from Syracuse
University, and an MSN in Nursing Administration from Norwich University. He has co-authored a
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chapter on Nursing Care of the Spinal Cord Injured Patient in Sistos book Spinal Cord Injuries:
Management and Rehabilitation.
Jay has presented on a variety of topics at the local, state, and national level for professional associations
and healthcare organizations for more than a decade. Jays areas of interest include spinal cord injury,
nursing development, medication administration safety, and transformational leadership.
Justin Sabas, RN
REALLY Need to Know
Justin Sabas graduated from Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing in June of 2015. Prior to
nursing school, he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Aquatic and Coastal Sciences from
Montclair State University in May of 2012, as well as a Medical Assistant certificate from Middlesex
County College in June of 2013. During his time at Holy Name, Justin served as President of the Class of
2015, obtained a nursing internship in Mendoza, Argentina within a 32-bed medical/surgical nursing unit
in July 2014, and was involved in a pediatric nursing mentorship under a supervising Family Nurse
Practitioner from April 2014 to June 2015. Justin's interests include pediatric, neonatal, critical care, and
emergency nursing.
Justin is a current full-time Staff Nurse within the level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Children's
Hospital of New Jersey at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. He is also a full-time student within the RN
to BSN program at Rutgers University and plans to obtain his Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in Family
Nurse Practitioner in Emergency Care.
Tracy Scaletti, RN, BSN, CEN
Life in the Fast Lane: Emergency Nursing Today and Beyond
Do you have what it takes to be an emergency nurse? Explore the experience a nurse may encounter
during a shift in the emergency department (ED). Identify the education and certification
requirements needed to work in an ED, and discover the benefits of participating in professional
organizations such as the Emergency Nurses Association and the American Nurses Association.
Tracy Scaletti, RN, BSN, CEN is Membership Chairperson of the New Jersey Council of the Emergency
Nurses Association (ENA). She also serves as Secretary for the Southern Chapter of the New Jersey ENA.
Tracy also serves on the Government Affairs and Informatics committee for the New Jersey ENA. She is a
Patient Care Coordinator at Jersey City Medical Center. Tracy graduated with her Associates of Science
degree from Mercer County Community College and graduated Magna Cum Laude with her Bachelor of
Science degree from Drexel University in 2014. Tracy achieved her Certified Emergency Nurse
professional certification in 2012. She is currently enrolled in the graduate program at Drexel University
with a focus on Leadership and Health Systems Management and will graduate spring of 2016.
Gina Schubert, BSN, RN, OCN
Caring: The Ethic and Ethos Framework for the Professional Nurse
The current reality of nursing deals with a fast-paced, ever changing, ever increasing complex and
technical healthcare environment. As well, this seems to be the case for the future of nursing.
However, human caring was, is, and ever will be the underpinning of nursing. Highlighting elements
of Jean Watsons theory of human caring science (Ten Caritas ProcessesTM), an oncology case study is
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presented to demonstrate nurses partnering with patients/families to develop an individualized plan

of care based on the unique needs of the patient through a caring and collaborative process.
Gina Schubert, BSN, RN, OCN is an oncology certified nurse on the adult oncology/hematology unit at
Saint Peters University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Gina earned her BSN from The College
of New Jersey and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the international honor society of nursing.
NURSING CARE PLANS.SKILLS.EXAMS..CLINICAL.CLASS.PAPERSWhat is good about all
the craziness called Nursing School?! Come and learn how every aspect of nursing school will help
you not only become a nurse but will also help you as individual! Every cloud has a silver lining and
so does the storm called Nursing School!
Kim Seaman is a faculty member at JFK/Health Muhlenberg School of Nursing where she had worked for
over 23 years. Her responsibilities include teaching fundamental students in their first nursing course
and guiding students during their pediatric theory and clinical. Her credentials include being board
certified in Pediatric Nursing and certified as a Nurse Educator. She is currently in pursuit of her PhD in
Nursing. Prior to becoming a nurse educator, Kims clinical experience included Pediatric Intensive Care
and Transport. She obtained her BSN and MSN from the University of Texas.
In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Kim is the faculty advisor for Student Government
Association at JFK/Muhlenberg School of Nursing. She has also served as the New Jersey League for
Nursing consultant to the New Jersey Student Nurses Association for the past 4 years.
Kims passion is on the socialization process of nursing students. Her efforts are seen as she guides new
students into the wonderful profession of nursing through mentorship programs and promotion of
participation in professional organizations by the students.
George Siderias, Sales Manager, Certified Financial Services
We will be looking to educate the members of NJNS on the unique ideas and strategies many of our
clients in the healthcare arena have adopted. Through our process we will share why traditional
needs based planning (Chasing a Rate of Return) leaves the nurse professional open to factors they
cannot control. These wealth eroding factors can be addressed by a macro approach to planning.
Nurses all too often place the care of others at the expense of oneself. Who is taking care of you, your
family and future? George Siderias and I will take this upon ourselves.
George Siderias is a Sales Manager at Certified Financial Services. He is a graduate of River Dell High
School and attended St Peters College in Jersey City, NJ.
George began his career with CFS in 2004 as a Field Representative. After three years, he left to pursue an
entrepreneurial opportunity in one of his personal passions, mixed martial arts. From 2007-2011 he
developed one of the most profitable Tiger Schulmanns franchises in the country.
After a bout with a life-threatening illness, George returned to his career at CFS in 2011, where he has
turned his passion for helping students reach their martial arts goals into a passion for helping clients
meet their financial goals.
Georges passion for helping extends to the community. He co-chairs the annual Golf Fundraiser for
Make-a-Wish NJ, on the board of the Paramus Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Leukemia and
Lymphoma Society.
Theodora Sirota, PhD, RN, APN, CNL, PMHCNS-BC
Our LGBTQ Patients: Cultures, Health Care Disparities, and Nursing Care
This presentation will review evidence-based content related to LGBTQ cultures and health care
disparities in todays health care environment. The focus will be on how professional nurses can
develop their knowledge base and cultural competence toward providing sensitive, individualized
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nursing care for sexual minority patients. The importance of nurses taking leadership roles in
promoting and supporting LGBTQ health care policy and care initiatives is stressed.
Dr. Sirota, an advanced practice psychiatric nurse, is associate professor and Interim Director of the
Department of Nursing at Caldwell University, Caldwell, New Jersey. Throughout her career in
professional nursing, she has practiced in positions ranging from staff nurse to nurse-psychotherapist,
nurse education, nurse researcher and nurse administrator. She conducts and published research and
clinical papers and gives presentations in her areas of content and clinical expertise, LGBTQ health and
therapeutic/interdisciplinary communication. As a nurse educator and administrator, she has experience
in innovative program and curriculum development at both undergraduate and graduate levels. She also
conducts a part-time private practice in clinical psychotherapy. She was named Nurse of the Year for
Behavioral Health in 2014 by the March of Dimes NJ Chapter.
Jamie Smith, MSN, RN, CCRN
The Novice Nurses Guide to Rescuing Patients in the Acute Care Setting
There is an inherent social contract between healthcare providers and patients, to protect patients
from medical complications and rescue them from worsening conditions. In reality, adverse events
occur and patients conditions do worsen while in acute care. The concept of failure to rescue refers
to medical complications of acute care patients, including cardiac arrest, pulmonary embolism,
organ/tissue damage and death. Nurses are central to patient safety. They can rescue patients
through ongoing surveillance of patients conditions, astute clinical assessments, logical decision
making, and mobilizing the clinical team. This session will reinforce methods for vigilance, taking
action in clinical and advocating for patients in a challenging environment. We will use case studies to
explore patient rescues and discuss the clinical resources available to support the novice nurse.
Preventing complications require patient centered care with empowered clinicians making astute
assessments, teamwork and advocating for patients.
On faculty at Thomas Jefferson University, College of Nursing, Jamie teaches complex care and
research. In addition to teaching, she is PhD candidate at Rutgers University School of Nursing,
investigating nursing workforce issues. Her previous experience includes years of bedside nursing at
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. As the former Director of Practice and Education at
the New Jersey State Nurses Association, where Jamie supported nurses through lobbying efforts and
continuing education programs. During her time with the Association, Jamie directed the Recovery and
Monitoring Program (RAMP) an alternative to discipline program for nurses. A member of NJSNA/ANA,
Jamie was a member of ANAs Congress on Practice and Economics (2010-2013). She earned her BSN and
MSN at Thomas Jefferson University and a BS in Public Health at Rutgers University.
Shirley A. Smoyak, RN, PhD, FAAN
Shirley Smoyak, a Psychiatric Nurse, Health Care Sociologist and Professor of Public Health, is a member
of the Rutgers School of Nursing and the Rutgers Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging
Research. She also holds a faculty appointment in the School of Public Health. She has taught for more
than 55 years at Rutgers, and presented short courses in all 50 States and 15 foreign countries.
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Dr. Smoyak has been Editor of the Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services since 1981.
Dr. Smoyak is the author of several books, many refereed journal articles, chapters, monographs and
videotapes.
Her current research is: High Energy Drinks, with and without alcohol. Surveys about knowledge,
attitudes and practices have been completed by American Psychiatric Nurses Association nurses and
nearly 10, 000 college students. New surveys will include people with mental illness and describe their
use of psychoactive drugs and energy drinks.
Dr. Smoyak is a baccalaureate graduate of the Rutgers University College of Nursing (1957). She was in
the first class to finish the expanded two-year Masters program for Psychiatric Nurses developed by
Hildegard E. Peplau (1959). Her doctorate, earned in 1970, is in Sociology, with sub-specialties in
families, mental illness and deviance.
Cara Staley, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC
Peripheral Artery Disease: The Good, The Bad, And the Ugly
This presentation will review the prevalence and pathophysiology of peripheral artery disease. We
will discuss management of symptoms, medical management, and nursing implications of the disease
process. There will be an overview of the various surgical interventions that may be performed on
this patient population, including postoperative nursing care, nursing assessment and possible
complications.
Cara Staley, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC began her career as a registered nurse at Thomas Jefferson
University Hospital in 2003, after graduating from a hospital based diploma program. Cara worked as a
staff nurse and later becoming clinical charge nurse on her unit for ten years. During those ten years Cara
returned to school and obtained her BSN from Jefferson University, then later returned to pursue her
MSN in the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program. While in the NP program at Jefferson Cara began
teaching undergraduate clinical for LaSalle University as an adjunct instructor and completed her
Nursing Education Minor along with her NP program. After passing her Adult Gerontology Acute Care
boards, Cara accepted a position at TJUH as a Vascular Surgery NP and began that position in 2013. Cara
also became a clinical instructor for Thomas Jefferson University College of Nursing.
Lorraine Steefel, DNP, RN, CTN-A
Care: The Essence of Nursing Practice
Care is said to be the essence of nursing. Do nurses show ethical, natural, transpersonal, or culturally
competent care? How do we show care to patients who are difficult? A discussion of case scenarios
will help to clarify this basic element of what makes nurses who we are.
Lorraine Steefel, DNP, RN, CTN-A, is the nurse educator at Rutgers University Correctional Healthcare,
Trenton, NJ, where she writes and develops educational programs for nurses and medication aides. As a
certified transcultural nurse, Dr. Steefel has a special interest in culturally competent care. She recently
presented her project on caring in corrections to nurses at the Custody and Caring Conference in
Saskatchewan, Canada, and will present at the National Commission on Correctional Health Care
conference in Nashville, TN, in April 2016. Her articles have been published in Nurse Education Today,
American Nurse Today, The Journal of Nursing Practice Applications & Reviews of Research. Creative
Nursing: A Journal of Values, Issues, Experiences, and Collaboration; The Nurse Practitioner; Pediatric
Nursing; Nurse Author Editor; Journal of Nursing Education; Clinical Nurse Specialist; RN; Minority Nurse;
Nursing Spectrum/Nurse Week; The Journal of Psychosocial Nursing; Imprint.
Diane B. Stewart, RN, DNP, PNP-C, CDE, CNS

LUB DUB. Does that sound mean the same for everyone?
The anatomy and blood flow of the normal heart can be confusing. Change that to an adult with a
congenital heart defect. Now the blood flow is completely different with its own set of problems. This
course will provide an easy to follow explanation of the nursing care required for adults with
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congenital heart defects that have had surgical correction with shunts, types of common
complications/problems to anticipate, and differences in the assessment of these patients.
Dr. Diane Stewart has been a member of the Rutgers School Of Nursing Faculty since January 2011. She
is a graduate of the DNP program at Fairleigh Dickinson University September 2014. She has 32 years of
experience in pediatric nursing, most of which has been in PICU, pediatric endocrinology and pediatric
cardiology. She has practiced clinically in several large urban teaching centers. Dr. Stewart continues to
practice clinically at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center as a Nurse Practitioner in Pediatric Cardiology.
Sandra Thebaud, DNP, RN, APN

Dr. Thebauds 15-year nursing career began at William Paterson University where she received her BSN
in May 2001. She started working at Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC) as a surgical stepdown nurse. While working at HUMC, she obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from the University
of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Stratford, NJ (now Rutgers University) and became an Adult
Nurse Practitioner. She transitioned from HUMC to Saint Peters University Hospital where she is now
the Assistant Manager of the House Coverage Team. She recently completed her Doctor of Nursing
Practice (DNP) degree at William Paterson University while balancing work and a household with her
husband and her new born.
Jo Valenti, BSN, RN
Patient Blood Management for Better Patient Outcomes
Blood transfusions have historically been viewed as life-saving interventions with little risk to
patients. Over the last 10 years numerous scientific studies have proven that there are many
infectious and non-infectious risks associated with blood transfusions. Research has proven that even
critically ill patients do better when transfusions are avoided. Patient Blood Management (PBM) is
defined as the timely application of evidence-based medical and surgical concepts designed to
maintain hemoglobin concentration, optimize hemostasis and minimize blood loss in an effort to
improve patient outcome. Nurses need to know fundamental concepts of PBM in order to advocate for
best patient outcomes.
Jo has been a nurse for 45 years in a wide variety of roles from direct patient care, patience education
and advocacy and hospital-wide program development.
For the last 18 years, Jo has worked in the field of Patient Blood Management having developed four
different programs in three states. She has been involved at the international level in this field and has
served multiple roles within the Society for the Advancement of Blood Management including a two year
term as an elected member of the Board of Directors. Jo served as Chair of the SABM nurses group in
creating the first of its kind nursing curriculum for PBM nursing certification.
Jo has published articles in peer-reviewed journals and co-authored a book chapter on PBM for AABB.
She has lectured at international conferences. Jo is recognized as a leader in PBM and as such has
mentored both physicians and nurses.
Summer Valenti, BSN, RN-BC Gerontology
Gerontology: Honoring Older Adults by Planning for The Future
This presentation is designed to educate and inspire nurses providing care for older adults. As a
population, older adults spend more days and dollars in our healthcare system compared to other
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populations. Gerontology is a field of study in which the focus is on improving and maintaining
the quality of life and care of older adults. Whether it is a nurses chosen specialty or not, nurses are
likely to provide care for older adults daily in every setting with the exception of pediatrics or
maternity. Expertise in gerontology may increase nurses job satisfaction and fulfillment.
Summer has been a nurse for six years working primarily with older adults in skilled nursing facilities.
She obtained her associates degree in 2009 from Cumberland County College where she was inducted
into Phi Theta Kappa. As a new nurse, Summer benefited from mentoring of seasoned nurses and
association with professional nursing organizations. In 2012, she was nominated for the Joan Anne
McHugh Award for Leadership in Long Term Care Nursing. She obtained her bachelors degree in 2013
from Chamberlain College of Nursing where she was inducted into Sigma Theta Tau. In 2015, Summer
became board certified in gerontology through the American Nurse Credentialing Center. This fall, while
attending the National Gerontological Nursing Associations (NGNA) national convention in Indianapolis,
Summer was asked to join the NGNA Long Term Care Special Interest Group and embarked on a new
journey into nursing research with a focus on post-acute care and professional development.
Rachel Woo, BS, RN

REALLY Need to Know
Rachel Woo is a registered nurse on the labor & delivery unit at Robert Wood Johnson University
Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ, a designated regional perinatal center. She graduated with her bachelor
of science from Rutgers School of Nursing in May 2015, where she was an active member of the Rutgers
Student Nurses Association, serving as the community outreach chair for two consecutive years. She is
currently a member of Sigma Theta Tau International as well as the Association of Womens Health,
Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN). She hopes to continue to pursue her professional interests in
perinatal and maternal/child health promotion and education.
Ann Wood, MSN, RN
Mini NCLEX Review Hurst Reviews Step by Step Approach to NCLEX Success
Come and experience Hursts nationally renowned comprehensive approach to passing the
NCLEX as we review electrolytes and acid base imbalances. Using our steps of reviewing must
know content, developing critical thinking and application skills, teaching NCLEX specific testing
strategies, and practicing high level NCLEX style questions, we will introduce you to the tools
essential to conquering the NCLEX the first time.
Ann has over 34 years nursing experience including clinical practice and nursing education. She has a
masters degree in nursing education and has served as the Dean of Health Technologies and Director of
Nursing at Wilkes Community College, Wilkesboro NC. Her teaching experience has included both PN and
RN education where she was active in curriculum development, test construction and preceptorship
development. In her position with Hurst Review Services she is a member of the curriculum development
committee, the CEU development committee and an instructor for the Hurst NCLEX Review. Ann has
presented CEU programs all over the country on Learning to Improve Outcomes in Nursing Education
Using the NCLEX Test Plan.
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Mazen Yousef, BSN, RN

Mazen is an alumnus of William Paterson University. He graduated with a BSN in 2013. Since, then he has
gained experience in endoscopy, sub-acute care, and emergency department nursing. Mazen enjoys
delivering high quality, compassionate care to his patients. He currently works at the Emergency
Department at Thomas Jefferson University, while working towards attaining his Doctor of Nursing
Practice degree, with a focus on family practice nursing.
Sandra Zavala, BSN, RN
Sandra graduated from the William Paterson Universitys BSN Program in May 2013. She has been
working as a Labor & Deliver Nurse at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Paterson, NJ for over two
years. She provides quality care to a high risk population of women and newborns.
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Convention Schedule
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
Delegate Registration/Orientation
*Mandatory for all Delegates*
Monitor Registration/Orientation
*Mandatory for all Monitors*
5:00 5:30
5:00 5:30
5:00 8:00
5:45 8:30
Student Registration
House of Delegates I
Bylaws
*Open to the Public*
*Quorum will be called at 6:00 pm sharp*
*Dinner Session for Board, Monitors, and Delegates*
Traymore A
Traymore B
Main
Registration
Traymore A
Thursday, March 3, 2016

7:00 3:00
7:00 8:30
8:00 11:00
---------12:45 5:45
10:00 3:00
Convention Registration
House of Delegates II
Bylaws
BREAKFAST SERVED AT 6:30 FOR DELEGATES ONLY.
Exhibit Hall Open
---------Exhibit Hall Re-Opens
*Gift Basket Drawing at 5:00 pm*
*Must be present to win*
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Main
Registration
Traymore A
Ocean Rooms
A and B
Lincoln/Central
Focus Session 1
9:00 9:50
9:00 9:50
Social Media & The Nurse: What Could Go Wrong?

Kathleen Gialanella, RN, Esq, (LLM, JD, BSN)
Panel Session- The Transition from Nursing Student to
Registered Nurse: Everything You REALLY Need to
Know
April Ancheta
Herman Abuchowski, RN, BSN, MS/MPH
Michelle Bradford, BS, RN
Elizabeth Davis, BS, RN
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Traymore A
Traymore B
9:00 9:50
9:00 9:50
9:00 9:50
9:00 9:50
9:00 9:50
9:00 9:50
9:00 9:50
9:00 9:50
Stephanie Huang, BS, RN

Catherine Jopp, RN
Justin Sabas, RN
Rachel Woo, BS, RN
Spinal Cord Injury: Overview, Issues, and
Rehabilitation
Jay H. Rosenberg, MSN, CRRN, CNML
Securing your Mentor
Barbara Blozen, EdD, MA, RN-BC, CNL
Care: The Essence of Nursing Practice
Lorraine Steefel, DNP, RN, CTN-A
Pharmacology Made Insanely Easy
Tina Rayfield, RN, MSN, PA-C
Promoting Academic Integrity in Nursing Education
Lynne C. Borucki, PhD, RNC-OB
Gerontology: Honoring Older Adults by Planning for
The Future
Summer Valenti BSN RN-BC Gerontology
Violence Prevention in Healthcare
Cecelia Gilligan Leto
You are the RN Now what? Where will your future
take you?
Mary E. Fortier EdD, RN, CNL
Traymore C
Marlborough
Salon A
Marlborough
Salon B/C
Blenheim
Longwood/
Imperial
Berkshire/
Trivoli
Fairmont/
Monticello
Dennis ABC
Focus Session 2
10:00 10:50
10:00 10:50
10:00 10:50
10:00 10:50
10:00 10:50
10:00 10:50
10:00 10:50
Have the Edge! How to Write a Nurse Graduate

Resume and Come through the Job Interview a
Winner!
Patricia Munno, MSN, CPN, RN
Kym Burrows, MSN, CCE, RN
Kaplan Nursing: NCLEX-RN Sample Class
Pharmacology the Fun and Easy Way - ANS Pharm,
Cardiac, and Antibiotics in 45 Minutes
The Power of One: Saving & Enhancing Lives Through
Organ & Tissue Donation & Transplantation
Jackie Lue Raia, Assistant Director, Resource
Development, NJ Sharing Network
Patient Blood Management for Better Patient
Outcomes
Jo Valenti, BSN, RN
"Ain't Misbehaving" - How to Protect Your Nursing
License
JoAnn Pietro, RN, Esq. (JD, BA)
Help save a life and give the gift of blood!
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Traymore A
Traymore B
Traymore C
Longwood/
Imperial
Berkshire/
Trivoli
Fairmont/
Monticello
Lincoln/Central
11:00 12:30
11:00 12:30
12:30 5:45
12:30 1:30
12:30 2:30
Opening Ceremony
The Truth!
Keynote Speaker:
David Anthony (Tony) Forrester, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN
Exhibitor Lunch
*Exhibit Hall Closed*
Exhibit Hall Re-Open
Boxed Lunches
*Pre-registered Guests Only*
Deans/Directors/Faculty Luncheon
Understanding the Development of the NCLEX Test
Plan
Speaker:
Jan Peek, MSN, RN
Grand Ballroom
Bally Room
Ocean Rooms
A and B
Ocean Rooms
A and B
Arturos
Focus Session 3
1:00 1:50
1:00 1:50
1:00 1:50
1:00 1:50
1:00 1:50
1:00 1:50
Implications of the Use of Technology for the Care of

Older Adults
Rosario P. Estrada, DNP, RN- BC, CPN
Gerti E. Heider, PhD, MSN, APN, GNP-BC
Diabetes Jeopardy
Greta Kleiman, RN, MSN, APN
Leo-Felix M. Jurado, PhD, RN, APN, NE-BC, CNE Teaching
Samuel Arana, BSN, RN Urgent Care
Eric Cascio, RN - Critical Care Transport
Tri Le, BSN, RN Correctional
Tenzin Nelung, BSN, RN Critical Care Nursing
Nhat Nguyen, BSN, RN Sub-Acute, Long Term Care,
Dementia Unit
Sharon Puchalski, DNP, RN, APN Advanced Practice
Nurse, Womens Health
Sandra Thebaud, DNP, RN, APN Advanced Practice
Nurse, Hospitalist
Mazen Yousef, BSN, RN Emergency Department
Sandra Zavala, BSN, RN - Labor & Delivery
Patient Satisfaction-Your Responsibility
Avril A Keldo MSN, RN-BC, ANP-C, NP-C, OCN
Do I need to wear body armor to work? Workplace
Violence at new heights
Rosalie Grantoza, DNP, MBA, RN-BC, CCRN
James McGeary, Financial Representative, Certified
Financial Services
George Siderias, Sales Manager, Certified Financial
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Traymore A
Traymore B
Traymore C
Longwood/
Imperial
Berkshire/
Trivoli
Fairmont/
Monticello
Services
1:00 1:50
Lincoln/Central
Focus Session 4
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
2:00 2:50
50 Shades of Nursing: Expanding into the Community

Margaret Drozd MSN, RN, APRN-BC
Kaplan Nursing: NCLEX-RN Sample Class
Leo-Felix M. Jurado, PhD, RN, APN, NE-BC, CNE Teaching
Tri Le, BSN, RN Correctional
Samuel Arana, BSN, RN Urgent Care
Eric Cascio, RN - Critical Care Transport
Tenzin Nelung, BSN, RN Critical Care Nursing
Nhat Nguyen, BSN, RN Sub-Acute, Long Term Care,
Dementia Unit
Sharon Puchalski, DNP, RN, APN Advanced Practice
Nurse, Womens Health
Sandra Thebaud, DNP, RN, APN Advanced Practice
Nurse, Hospitalist
Mazen Yousef, BSN, RN Emergency Department
Sandra Zavala, BSN, RN - Labor & Delivery
Health Literacy: Preparing to meet the challenges in
Healthcare
Aneesha Jean MSN, RN
Student Nurse Leadership: Strategies that Impact
Patient Outcomes
MaryAnn Hozak, MSN, RN, NEA-BC
Kathleen Burke PhD, RN
Pharmacology the Fun and Easy Way - ANS Pharm,
Cardiac, and Antibiotics in 45 Minutes
Self Care, Patient Care and Integrative Healing Arts:
An Overview
Derrick Lieb, RN, MS-HCM, BSN, HN-BC
Alcohol, promiscuity, drugs, violence, DEPRESSION,
SUICIDAL THOUGHTS Am I burnt out?
Theresa Macalalad, DNP, MBA, RN-BC, CCRN
Population Health
Linda Curley, RN, BSN, MSN, FNP
Deborah Prodoehl-Caniano DNP, MSN, RN, CEN, PCMHCCE
The Novice Nurses' Guide to Rescuing Patients in the
Acute Care Setting
Jamie Smith, MSN, RN, CCRN
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Traymore A
Traymore B
Traymore C
Marlborough
Salon A
Marlborough
Salon B/C
Blenheim
Longwood/
Imperial
Berkshire/
Trivoli
Fairmont/
Monticello
Lincoln/Central
Dennis ABC
Focus Session 5
3:00 3:50
3:00 3:50
3:00 3:50
3:00 3:50
3:00 3:50
3:00 3:50
3:00 3:50
3:00 3:50
3:00 3:50
The Art and Science of Rehab Nursing

Nellie Bellot, MSN, RN, CRRN
Correctional Nursing: The Past the Present and Your
Future
Margaret Conrad DNP, RN, BC, CTN, A
Maria Delgado, RN, BC
Dolores Guida, RN
Mary Lee Lang, RN
Anna's Story and End of Life Decisions
Carolyn E. Holl, RN, DNP, CPN, CNE
Peripheral Artery Disease: The Good, The Bad, And
the Ugly
Cara Staley MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC
LUB DUB Does that sound mean the same for
everyone?
Diane B. Stewart RN, DNP, PNP-C, CDE, CNS
Career Fitness Landing Your First and Right Job
Robert G Hess, Jr, PhD, RN, FAAN
Caring: The Ethic and Ethos Framework for the
Professional Nurse
Gina Schubert, BSN, RN, OCN
Wedgies and name calling- I thought that went out in
5th grade Lateral Violence and Bullying HAHA
Louella Holtz, MSN, RN, APN, CCRN
Our LGBTQ Patients: Cultures, Health Care Disparities,
and Nursing Care
Theodora Sirota, PhD, RN, APN, CNL, PMHCNS-BC
Focus Session 6
4:00 4:50
4:00 4:50
4:00 4:50
4:00 4:50
4:00 4:50
4:00 4:50
The Use of Homeopathy in the Treatment of Pain

Judith Barberio PhD., APN,c
Medication Adherence: What Your Patients Need to
Know
Jacqueline Falcone BSN, RN
Meeting the Health Care Needs of the Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual and Transgender Patient
Philip T. McCabe CSW, CAS
Cultivating Successful Nurses: A Continual and EverEvolving Process
Shannon Patel, BSN, RN, PCCN, CCRN-CMC
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Students about
High Energy Drinks (HED)s
Shirley A. Smoyak, RN, PhD, FAAN
April Ancheta
Anthony Lombardo
Nikhila Manchikanti
Subbashini Neelam
Life in the Fast Lane: Emergency Nursing Today and
Beyond
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Traymore A
Traymore B
Traymore C
Marlborough
Salon A
Marlborough
Salon B/C
Blenheim
Longwood/
Imperial
Berkshire/
Trivoli
Fairmont/
Monticello
Traymore A
Traymore B
Traymore C
Marlborough
Salon A
Marlborough
Salon B/C
Blenheim
4:00 4:50
Daniel Misa, BS, RN, CEN, CPEN

Tracy Scaletti, RN, BSN, CEN
Concussion Management in the Pediatric Population
Diane Gillooly, DNP, RN-BC, APN
4:00 4:50
Duck and Hide AK-forty-what? - Active Shooter in the

house
Michelle Golba-Norek, RN, BSN, MS, CEN, MICN
5:00 5:30
Drawing for Gift Baskets

*Must be present to win*
7:00 11:00
1st Night Party: Pajama Jam!

Come dressed in your PJs and join us for a night of dancing,
a photo booth, and food!
Longwood/
Imperial
Berkshire/
Trivoli
Exhibit Hall
Ocean Rooms
A and B
The Diamond
Club
Friday, March 4, 2016

7:00 8:30
8:30 8:50
9:15 9:30
9:45 12:45
9:45 12:45
House of Delegates III

BREAKFAST SERVED AT 6:30 FOR DELEGATES ONLY.
Delegate Voting
2016-2017 NJNS Board Elections Results
Mini NCLEX Review - Hurst Review's Step by Step

Approach to NCLEX Success
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Traymore A
Traymore A
Traymore
B and C
Traymore
B and C
Marlborough
Salon B/C
Map of Ballys
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Convention Exhibitors Booth Listing

Exhibitor Company
ATI Nursing Education-Sponsor
Atlantic Health System
Aureus Medical Group
Bank Mobile-Sponsor
Caldwell University
Cardiac Ed
Chamberlain College of Nursing
College of Saint Elizabeth
Drexel University Online
EZ ABGs LLC
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Felician College
Hurst Review Services
Kaplan Nursing- Sponsor
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
KissPrep
LifeThreads
Mercy College
Messiah College Graduate Programs
Monmouth University
New Jersey Affiliate American College Nurse-Midwives
Penn State World Campus of The Pennsylvania State University
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Rider University
Rowan University Global Learning & Partnerships
Rutgers School of Nursing
Rutgers University School of Nursing-Camden
Saint Peters University
Seton Hall University College of Nursing
Sylvia Rayfield & Associates Inc./ICAN Publishing Inc.
The College of New Jersey School of Nursing, Health, & Exercise
Science
The Gideons International
The New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc.
The New Jersey State Nurses Association
Thomas Edison State University
TootRN, LLC
United States Air Force
UWorld
Walden University
Wilmington University
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Booth Number
115
142
105
112
148
150
167
162
153
165
138
137
114
117
139
116
149
120
124
125
164
122
126
121
151
111
110
141
104
136
127
152
101, 102, 103
113
123
140
147
166
163
143
Map of Exhibitor Space
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Member School Listing and Delegate Count

School of Nursing
Atlantic Cape Community College
Bayonne Medical Center School of Nursing
Bergen Community College
Bloomfield College
Brookdale Community College
Burlington County College
Caldwell College of Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Christ Hospital
College of St. Elizabeth
County College of Morris
Cumberland County College
Eastern International College
Essex County College
Excelsior College Online
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Felician College
Georgian Court University
Gloucester County College
HackensackUMC Mountainside School of Nursing
Hohokus School of Business & Medical School
Holy Name Hospital School of Nursing
JFK Muhlenberg Harold B. & Dorothy A. Snyder School of Nursing

Kaplan University
Kean College
Mercer County Community College
Middlesex County College
Monmouth University
New Jersey City University
Ocean County College
Our Lady Of Lourdes School of Nursing
Passaic County Community College
Ramapo College
Raritan Valley Community College
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Rutgers College of Nursing- Newark/New Brunswick
Rutgers School of Nursing - Camden
Saint Francis Medical Center School of Nursing
Saint Peters College School of Nursing
Salem Community College
Seton Hall University College of Nursing
Sussex County Community College
The College Of New Jersey
Thomas Edison State College
Trinitas School of Nursing
Union County College
University of Phoenix Online
Villanova University Online
Warren County Community College
William Paterson University
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NSNA Members
Eligible Delegates
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0
0
7
0
1
2
4
31
17
0
0
3
112
276
38
0
0
11
3
122
8
2
1
0
1
1
3
3
0
0
1
0
1
1
1
2
1
0
0
1
5
12
2
0
0
1
1
5
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
3
0
6
3
9
4
15
0
8
0
8
2
1
21
2
1
266
17
0
51
0
9
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
11
1
0
3
0
1
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Convention Code of Attire & Conduct

The 2005-06 NSNA Board of Directors developed a Code of Conduct for NSNA Meetings. Item five under
Meeting Etiquette states that Professional business attire or business casual attire is acceptable style of
dress for professional meetings. The following suggestions are provided as guidelines for professional
business and business casual attire.
Professional Business Attire
Women
Suit or jacket and pants or skirt
(Skirt length - knee length or below);
Tailored dress; Blouse
Shoes - comfortable low heeled pumps, loafers
or boots
Simple Jewelry
Men
Suit - or jacket and slacks
Shirt - traditional shirt with collar
Tie
Socks (of course)
Dress Shoes & Matching Belt
Yes, Business Casual

Shirt with collar or polo style
Slacks
Chinos or Dockers - pressed Skirts
Blazer or sweater
Loafers or lace-up shoes
Not considered Business Casual

T-Shirts and jeans
Shorts or mini-skirts
Bare midriffs or low-cut garments (back or
front)
Flip flops, sneakers, or sandals
Athletic wear or leggings
Business Casual Attire
Accessories can add a special touch of color, texture, and pattern to your outfit and are considered a
complementary part of both business professional and business casual attire. Also, if you wear fragrance,
keeping it light and minimal is recommended in a professional setting to be considerate of others you
meet with who may be sensitive to chemicals.
Remember to shake hands, smile, and introduce yourself to new friends and old acquaintances. Exchange
business cards (however, remember to use caution when giving out personal information such as home
address, phone number, and e-mail address) and keep a file of contacts for future networking.
At the end of the convention, youll be ready to schedule the many interviews youll want to make with
exhibitors; accept speaking engagements at state and school chapters; and attend meetings of
professional nursing organizations. Youve made a lasting first impression on your peers and the many
business and nursing professionals you have met. You are on your way to a very successful nursing
career!
References: Dress to Impress: Secrets of Proper Attire, The Career Center, Florida State University; Business
Casual Attire, Career Services @ Virginia Tech
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Rules for Business Meetings

Rule 1. All delegates shall keep badges in evidence throughout business sessions.
Rule 2. All delegates shall sit in the space designated for their respective constituents. Only delegates,
monitors and NSNA staff on official business are allowed in the delegate area.
Rule 3. Delegates may not leave or be seated while a vote is in progress. Delegates and monitors must
remain in place during a vote.
Rule 4. An alternate may only substitute for a delegate when the delegate will be absent for the entire
business meeting of that day. The alternate's name and signature must appear on the Delegate Credential
Form, and the alternate must be wearing the delegate's ribbon at the time of the substitution. The
alternate will remain the delegate for the entire business meeting of the day.
Rule 5. All speakers shall give their name and the name of their constituent chapter, and nothing else.
Rule 6. Prior to presentation, motions must be written on the form provided and delivered to the chair.
Rule 7. Only delegates may propose or vote on motions.
Rule 8. Debate on a single issue shall be limited to 15 minutes.
Rule 9. When speaking to a motion, each delegate shall be limited to 2 minutes. Members of NSNA and
other guests who are not delegates shall be limited to 1 minute.
Rule 10. No delegate shall speak more than twice to a motion, and no delegate who has already spoken
may speak again until those who desire to speak have had an opportunity to do so. Members of NSNA and
other guests who are not delegates may speak once to an issue.
Rule 11. Speakers are recognized by the Chair in the order in which they reach the microphone,
alternating between pro and con speakers as long as a normal flow of debate is maintained. Debate on a
motion cannot be closed until a minimum of one pro and one con have been heard unless there are no
pros and cons to be heard.
Rule 12. Speakers must use a red card at the designated microphone to make a point of order,
parliamentary inquiry, appeal the decision of the chair, or ask for division of a question. These will have
precedence over all other speakers.
Rule 13. Monitors may pass notes that pertain to business before the House of Delegates among people
present at the House of Delegates business meeting.
Rule 14. All main motions introduced to the House shall be accompanied by a rationale and estimate of
cost to the association, if appropriate.
Rule 15. Only topic and proposed changes for resolutions be read in the House of Delegates.
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Parliamentary Rules
Business Meetings
To participate effectively in the proceedings of the House of Delegates, each delegate needs to be
familiar with the fundamental rules of parliamentary procedure. These rules enable the delegates to
transact business with the least possible friction, with expediency and efficiency, and in a manner fair to
all. The minority, as well as the majority, is enabled to express its views, to make motions, and to vote.
The parliamentary rules guideline followed by the National Student Nurses' Association is Robert's Rules
of Order Newly Revised.
Main Motions
A main motion introduces a new item of business; until this is disposed of, no other main motion
may be considered, as there can be only one main motion pending at a time. The making of a motion
comes first, discussion follows.
The steps relating to the handling of a main motion are:

The motion is printed on a motion form signed by maker and seconder, passed to a monitor who
will relay it to the chair. The maker of motion keeps the last copy.
The motion is introduced by a delegate. The delegate states his/her name, constituency and
motion number.
A delegate may second the motion if needed by calling out, "I second the motion."
(Committee motions do not require a second.)
The Chair restates the motion.
The Chair then asks for discussion giving the maker of the motion the first opportunity to speak
(thereafter, insofar as possible, debate alternates between those in favor and those against).
Any NSNA member may speak; only official delegates, however, may make motions or vote (NSNA
Bylaws, Article VII, Sections 4 and 5).
A delegate may, during the discussion and when recognized by the Chair, introduce a subsidiary,
incidental, privileged, or certain other motion.
The discussion at all times must relate to the immediately pending question.
After the discussion, or as it appears appropriate, the Chair asks, "Are you ready for the question?"
or "Is there further discussion?"
The Chair repeats the motion and calls for affirmative vote, then calls for the negative vote.
The Chair announces the result of the vote. If the vote is on any motion made subsequent to the
main motion, the discussion is directed to the next ranking motion until there has been a decision
concerning the main motion.
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Table of Contents

Greetings from the President

NJNS, Inc. 2014-2015 Executive Board

Keynote Speaker and Deans and Directors Luncheon

Convention Exhibitors Booth Listing

Member School Listing and Delegate Count

Rules of Order for Business Meetings

Greetings from the President!

New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc.

Pulsebeat Editor/Public Relations Director:

Breakthrough to Nursing Director:

Barbara Chamberlain, PhD, APRN

Kim Seaman, MSN, RN, CNE

Barbara Chamberlain, PhD, APRN

Jacqueline Hunterton-Anderson, BSN, RN

Barbara Cannella, PhD, APN

Regina Adams, BSN, RN, CNOR

64th Annual NJNS Convention Sponsors

New Jersey State Nurses

CPR Saving Hearts

ATI Nursing Education

Kaplan Nursing Education

American Holistic Nurses

Rabia Ahmed & Ali Aslam

New York Jets

Javid I. Mian & Samina A. Mian

New York Red Bulls Soccer

Louis A. Chismar Jr. & Elaine

Frank D. Riggio Co. Inc.

New Jersey League for Nursing

Alsteade Farms, LLC

Duyen Pham & Daniel Obester

64th Annual NJNS Convention Sponsors

Uno Pizzeria & Grill

National Assoc. of Hispanic

Dr. Barbara Chamberlain

Every four minutes, someone is diagnosed with a blood cancer. The

Board of Directors Biographies

My name is Paola Montesino and I am the president of the New

Hello everyone, my name is Alyssa Wallschleger and I am serving

My name is April Ancheta, and I am serving as the second vice

Subbashini Neelam Satish

My name is Subbashini Neelam Satish and I currently serve as the

Pulsebeat Editor/Public Relations Director

My name is Nikhila Manchikanti and I am honored to serve as

Breakthrough to Nursing Director

My name is Katrina E. Taormina and I am proud to be serving as

My name is Aisha Javid Mian and I am honored to serve as the

board for the 2014-15 year.

I received my BSN and MSN from the University of Texas. I have

Parliamentarian/ NJSNA Consultant

Jaqueline Hunterton-Anderson, BSN, RN

Hello, my name is Stephanie Huang and I currently serve as the

Barbara L. Cannella, PhD, RNC-OB, APN

Barbara Cannella, a clinical associate professor at Rutgers

Regina Adams, BSN, RN, CNOR

Welcome, fellow New Jersey nursing students and nursing faculty.

64th Annual Convention Distinguished Speakers

Tony Forrester is professor in the Division of Nursing

Jan Peek, MSN, RN

Deans and Directors Luncheon Speaker

Understanding the Development of the NCLEX Test Plan