Virginia Department of Health distributed the letter below sharing an update on Mpox, Measles, and Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention Updates for Virginia.
This information is also available on the VDH Resources for Health Care Professionals web page.
Speaker on Genetic testing at Renato’s restaurant.
Consider an unsponsored meeting in May with Michelle Trampe of Central Virginia Justice Association on human trafficking. Check cost of venues considering this will be unsponsored.
Nicole and Carrie will be attending the VCNP conference possibly with Hishani and Angela.
Tiffany gave treasurers report.
Nicole gave member report, we have 51 members.
Government relations rep Ashley reported the HB to have NPs solely under the BON was heard today. Autonomous practice switching permanently to a 2 year requirement.
Next meeting will be at Brock’s with Dr Farmakis of Nephrology Associates.
submitted 2/10/24 JPSF
President Elect- Hishani Perera
President- Rachel Farrar
Past president- Linda Hazelgren
Secretary- Piper Schlesser-Foresman
Treasurer- Tiffany Simmons
Membership- Joan Carter
Public Relations- Nicole Brooks
Gov relations-
Our philanthropy this year started with a socks and briefs donation to Micah Ecumenical Ministries was well received and appreciated for the Cold Weather Shelter and daily needs.
The 50th Anniversary of the VCNP is this year. The VCNP conference will be 3/13-16/24 in WIlliamsburg. There will be a gala to celebrate.
MWHC will host the Virginia Heart and Vascular Institute Symposium of cardiology updates will be held at the Fredericksburg Convention Center 2/10/24 from 7am-2pm. Cost is $50. Students $25. 6 CME credits will be given, and includes breakfast, lunch and afternoon wine bar.
The Tidewater VCNP region is hosting a virtual pop up NP swag shop. Be on the lookout 1/24/24 for your NP swag!
Next meetings: 2/8/24 on Genetic Testing 3/7/24 on Kidney disease
Submitted 1/16/24 JPSF
Virginia Department of Health distributed the letter below sharing an update on respiratory disease in Virginia.
This information is also available on the VDH Resources for Health Care Professionals web page.
VCNP President, Olivia Newby, is quoted in an article ranking the best jobs in 2024. NPs took the top in THREE categories!
The VCNP Blue Ridge President, Judy Jenks, was quoted in the article, “General Assembly leaders tout collaboration, compromise in Roanoke forum” while attending a Roanoke legislative event with local representatives.
VCNP is excited to share that VCNP’s Immediate Past President, Rebekah “Becky” Compton is a recipient of the 2024 AANP Nurse Practitioner State Award for Excellence. Congratulations, Becky!
Virginia Department of Health distributed the letter below sharing an update on Mpox.
This information is also available on the VDH Resources for Health Care Professionals web page.
Virginia Department of Health distributed the letter below sharing an update on Syphilis guidelines.
This information is also available on the VDH Resources for Health Care Professionals web page.
Virginia Department of Health distributed the letter below sharing an update on respiratory diseases in Virginia.
This information is also available on the VDH Resources for Health Care Professionals web page.
Richmond VCNP Networking Event with VAPA
2/27/2025
Tidewater Region March Membership Meeting
3/12/2025
Lynchburg March meeting
3/18/2025
2025 VCNP Annual Conference
3/26/2025 - 3/29/2025