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ABOUT US
The Nursing of Children Network, or NCN, was established in 1990 as a networking organization for pediatric nurses in the Delaware Valley region. In 1994 NCN joined the national organization SPN-Society of Pediatric Nurses—as the local chapter. In addition to networking opportunities, NCN offers educational programs, pediatric health care projects, and an informative newsletter.
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PURPOSE
The purpose of the Nursing of Children Network shall be to provide a forum for all pediatric nurses to share ideas related to the nursing care of children and their families. The support and networking opportunities of the group are integral to the group and its members.
MISSION
The Nursing of Children Network believes that the specialty of pediatric nursing should set forth the highest standards of nursing practice of optimum care to children and their families The mission of the Nursing of Children Network, in congruence with the national organization, is to promote excellence in nursing care of children and their families through support of its members’ clinical practice, education, research, and advocacy.
OBJECTIVES
The objectives of this organization shall be:
A. To enhance personal and professional growth through networking and education programs on a regional level.
B. To disseminate information regarding advances in pediatric nursing.
C. To promote an awareness of, and support for the health care rights of consumers.
D. To promote communications within the organization, and with other professional organizations with a focus on the health and welfare of children.
E. To encourage individual members to participate in the continued growth and development of the organization.
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PRESIDENT'S LETTER • SPRING 2009
LINDA YOUNGSTROM, D.N.Sc.
Greetings from NCN! Whether you are a new or a seasoned member of NCN, we appreciate your contribution and look forward to you becoming more involved with NCN activities. We are proud to report that our Pennsylvania membership has tripled in size since January 2009 with nurses renewing their SPN membership and selecting NCN as their local chapter. NCN’s goal is to provide opportunities for professional development and networking in the Greater Delaware Valley region of PA, NJ, DE, and MD.
The 2008-2009 NCN Board Members’ names and email addresses are posted on the web site under the Members Tab on the tool bar. Please contact the appropriate committee chairman for education, communication, and membership with your comments, suggestions, and/ or concerns.
The Nominations Committee is seeking members to run for Board positions. Serving on the Board of Directors for NCN is a great opportunity to network, enhance leadership skills, learn about the operation of a professional organization, and contribute in a significant way to the pediatric nursing community. Elections will occur May/June, 2009. Open Board positions include secretary, members at large for each committee. If you have an interest, please contact monachino@email.chop.edu.
The next NCN sponsored educational event, “Child Maltreatement” is on June 17th, 2009. Come to St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children at 5:00 PM to network, 5:30 PM for a brief business meeting, 5 to 6 PM for the presentation. We are meeting in the DiGeorge Conference Room. You will earn for free 1 contact hour and enjoy light refreshments. See flyer under Program Tab.
The Board of NCN is working closely with the Planning Committee as they create the 6th Annual Regional Pediatric Nursing Conference at the Hyatt Regency Philadelphia on October 12, 2009. We anticipate another successful year with 400 nurses attending our conference. This year’s conference will include both speakers from outside our region as well as speakers from each of our ten collaborating organizations. To register for the conference and /or send an abstract for your poster, go to the Regional Conference Tab to access the Registration and Poster Abstract links. Register early and utilize this fiscal year’s operating budget.
As we move into another exciting season for NCN, I challenge you to seek out active participation in our organization. On behalf of the Board of Directors, we look forward to continuing to serve you and for the opportunity to work with you and get to know you better. Please contact me (Youngstrom@email.chop.edu) with any questions that you may have about NCN or about how you can get more involved.
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