Nursing Assembly
HISTORY
The Nursing Assembly began in response to a need in the community for nursing professionals to address respiratory health issues in a coordinated fashion. From the 17 founding members in 1978, the Nursing Assembly has grown steadily. The Nursing Assembly is devoted to promotion of optimal respiratory health in community by advancing the science and practice of respiratory care.
NA members shape and take advantage of RHAMC's programming, activities, services, and the award of research grants. They contribute their expertise to RHAMC committees including the Asthma Action Plan for Chicago, the COPD Initiative, the Lung Cancer Initiative, and the Women and Lung Health Initiative and provide support for the Flu Immunization Program, Hustle Up the Hancock, and CowaLUNGa. Today, the mission of the RHAMC is to prevent lung disease and promote healthy lungs through research, advocacy, and education. To that end, the RHAMC serves an estimated one million Cook County residents diagnosed with asthma, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other lung diseases through community-based interventions.
BENEFITS OF JOINING THE NURSING ASSEMBLY
- Respiratory research and practice updates.
- Discounts on professional education programs, including Chicago Thoracic Society programs.
- Access to outstanding patient education resources.
- Announcements of career opportunities.
- Access to comprehensive respiratory care referral service with information on pulmonary rehabilitation programs, lung specialists and support groups.
- A listing in the Nursing Assembly membership directory.
- Advanced practice programs.
- Opportunity to participate in health policy advocacy in RHAMC.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
NA Membership Application
For more information, contact Jeanine Solinski, Medical Education Coordinator, at 312-243-2000 or jsolinski@lungchicago.org.Marybeth Managhen/ARDS Foundation/NA/RHAMC Graduate Advanced Practice Nursing Scholarship
The Marybeth Monaghen/ARDS Foundation/NA/RHAMC Graduate Advanced Practice Nursing Scholarship was created in 2008 to promote advanced education of nursing practitioners and leaders specializing in acute and/or critical care. One nurse pursuing a master's degree in nursing, an advanced practice/nurse practitioner program, or a post-masters program, with a focus in acute and/or critical care will be awarded a $2,500 scholarship. Funds awarded are to be used for tuition assistance.
The Marybeth Monaghen/ARDS Foundation/NA/RHAMC Graduate Advanced Practice Nursing Scholarship is named in honor of Marybeth Monaghen who passed away because of ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome) in August 1998. She was a registered nurse, a daughter, a sister and a friend. This scholarship is to support the advanced educational pursuits of nursing practitioners that care for and treat patients with respiratory disease.
Nursing Scholarship Criteria and Application
Nursing Scholarship Application
Events
Asthma Educator Certification Workshop
October 2-3, 2008
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
AE-C October 2-3, 2008 Save the Date Flyer
This 2-day workshop is designed to prepare the healthcare professional for the Asthma Educator Certification Examination (AE-C). Based on the NHLBI Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Asthma (EPR-3) 2007 and the AE-C content outline, this program is intended for individuals with a strong working knowledge of asthma education and management. Developed by certified asthma educators, this course will also benefit those seeking an overall review of asthma treatment and management.
Sponsored by Nursing Assembly and Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago
Location:
Rush University Medical Center
Professional Office Building II
Searle Conference Center, Brainard Room
1710 W. Harrison Street
Chicago, Illinois
Contact:
Barbara Sudzus
Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago
1440 W. Washington Blvd.
Chicago, Illinois 60607
Phone: 312-628-0218 Fax: 312-243-3954
ctsna@lungchicago.org
