Beyond Medication: The Language of Healing—Empowering Patients and Nurses through Hypnosis and Self-Care
Mar
18
5:30 PM17:30

Beyond Medication: The Language of Healing—Empowering Patients and Nurses through Hypnosis and Self-Care

Registration: 5:30 PM

Dinner: 6PM

Presentation: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Raffle: 7:30


Presentation Description
Join experienced professional hypnotist Mary Cohen for a powerful and engaging session designed specifically for nurses. Discover how to harness the power of NLP and hypnosis to reduce stress, build resilience, and foster emotional well-being.

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State of the Union: Update on PNA of Dutchess/Putnam & Upcoming Events
Jan
29
5:30 PM17:30

State of the Union: Update on PNA of Dutchess/Putnam & Upcoming Events

During this meeting, we will reflect on our accomplishments from the past year, discuss ongoing initiatives, and unveil our plans for the future. This is also a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, share ideas, and set our collective goals for the year ahead.

5:30 PM – Registration

6:00 PM – Presentation/Dinner

7:00 PM – Raffles for Scholarship

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Sep
25
5:30 PM17:30

Human Trafficking Awareness and Response: A Community Perspective

Human Trafficking Awareness and Response: A Community Perspective

September’s Dinner Meeting Info:

Location: Coppolas, 4167 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park, NY 12538

Date: Wednesday, September 25th, 2024

Title: Human Trafficking Awareness and Response: A Community Perspective

Time 5:30pm Registration

6:00pm Presentation / Dinner

7:00pm Raffle

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2024 Annual Nursing Excellence Award Dinner
May
13
5:30 PM17:30

2024 Annual Nursing Excellence Award Dinner

Annual PNA of Dutchess/Putnam Nursing Excellence Awards Dinner & Silent Auction for the Scholarship Fund

Registration & Cash Bar 5:30pm

Dinner and presentation of awards - 6 PM

Reservation Deadline: Friday May 3rd, 2024 (No reservation accepted without payment)

$58.00 for members - $60.00 for non-members

Award Recipients

Excellence in Administration - Jelena Skumpia, MSN-ED, RN, CNOR

Clinical Excellence - Colleen Hansen, RN

Rising Star - Sara M. Nesheiwat, RN, BSN

Menu includes:

Chicken Scallopini Cacciatore

Stuffed Sole with Crabmeat

Eggplant Parm

*Dinner includes: Salad, rolls, pasta, coffee/tea, dessert [Mini Italian pastries]

*Cash Bar

If you are a member and registered offline OR you registered prior to January 2024, please click here to request a unique registration link.

Prefer to register by mail? Send a check along with your …

  • name

  • address

  • phone number

  • meal choice (listed above) to:
    Karen Sieverding
    20 Cross Creek Run
    Highland, NY 12528

Every year The PNA awards a generous scholarship to a student in a 3rd or 4th semester nursing program, BSN, MSN or Doctoral program.

If you cannot attend the event please consider making a donation to this worthy cause.  Make a Venmo donation to @PNADutchess-Putnam. OR scan this code:

Please note “scholarship donation” in the Venmo memo.

 
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Diabetes Highlights for 2024
Mar
11
5:30 PM17:30

Diabetes Highlights for 2024

Rebecca Hopper MSN, FNP-BC

Following topics to be covered:

  • DM in the US, latest #'s, impact on healthcare & care deliver,

  • Update DM diagnosis; preDM, gestational DM, T1DM, T2DM & LADA,

  •  Quick review DM meds,

  • DM tools to include BGM, CGM, insulin pump & insulin pump used with CGM

  • Role of Diabetic Educator,

  • Food choices & why it can be difficult

  • Recommended DM information resources

5:30 PM Registration

6:00 Program/Dinner

 

50/50 and Gift Basket Raffle proceeds to fund the Scholarship: Cash/Check/Venmo accepted

**IF YOU ARE A MEMBER AND UNABLE TO LOGIN INTO YOUR ACCOUNT TO REGISTER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR WEB ADMIN AT LIZ@MONOCLEART.COM.**

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Jan
24
5:30 PM17:30

Nurse Licensure Compact Discussion

Nurse Licensure Compact Discussion with Dr. Marilyn Dollinger, DNS, FNP, RN, President of ANA-NY

5:30 – 6:00 PM – Open Room to Network

6:00 – 7:00 PM – Presentation by Dr. Dollinger

Cost: Event is free in lieu of a donation to the PNA of Dutchess/Putnam Scholarship Fund

Once registered a Zoom link, as well as a link for donation, will be sent to your email.





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Seven Habits to Success in Nursing School
Sep
26
6:00 PM18:00

Seven Habits to Success in Nursing School

Nursing school can often be plagued by stress, anxiety, and burnout, but Lauren Chapnick, the founder of Nursing Student Coach and a registered nurse, has identified seven essential habits for achieving success in this challenging environment. Join us for her insightful talk as she shares strategies and tools for managing time and studying effectively, embracing exams with confidence, and preserving mental health while navigating the demanding world of nursing school.

Registration at 5:30pm

Program at 6pm

Cost:

$36.00 Member - REGISTER HERE (login required)

$40.00 Non-Member - REGISTER HERE

Presented by Lauren Chapnick, BSN, RN

Lauren Chapnick is a registered nurse at Northern Westchester Hospital and nursing school success coach who knows the ins and outs of navigating the overwhelming experience of nursing school. As a mother of two young girls and owner of a pet care company in New York City, she successfully completed an accelerated  Manhattanville College's second degree BSN program and passed her NCLEX while developing seven key habits that brought her success throughout her nursing school journey. Her personal mission is to share these habits, techniques, and strategies with nursing students so they can ultimately become the best nurse they can be. Lauren's unique perspective as a second-career nurse and working mother gives her a compassionate and practical approach to coaching students. She currently lives in Westchester County, NY with her family and beloved dog, Minnie.

 

Subscribe to the free podcast: Lauren Chapnick, RN, as takes you through the journey of becoming a nurse! On Nursing Student Coach, Lauren, who is a new nursing professional, along with her knowledgeable guests will give you the tools to succeed in your nursing career. They will discuss ways to reduce anxiety and stress, share tips on studying and preparing for your NCLEX, and so much more - you won't be alone in this adventure! New episodes air every Tuesday and Thursday.

 

Follow on Social : Follow Nursing Student Coach on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook, and Youtube for videos to give you that extra boost of motivation and confidence to slay nursing school.

 

Book: Lauren's book, Nursing Student Coach's Seven Habits to Success, a Guide for Aspiring Nurses to Thrive in Nursing School, will be available by the end of 2023. Pre-orders will launch this fall.

 

Go to nursingstudentcoach.com to join the mailing list.

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ANNUAL NURSE EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Sep
28
5:00 PM17:00

ANNUAL NURSE EXCELLENCE AWARDS

ANNUAL NURSE EXCELLENCE AWARDS & Silent Auction

September 28, 2022 (Deadline for registration is September 19, 2022)

Join us as we celebrate Ellen Tangney, DNS, R.N. (Excellence in Education) and Travis Dinkins, R.N. (Rising Star Award).

MEMBERS REGISTER HERE (LOGIN REQUIRED)

NON-MEMBERS REGISTER HERE

STUDENTS & PNA MEMBERS FROM OTHER REGIONS - REGISTER HERE

(Student registration password required. Need password? Click here to request password via email. Or email pna.dutchess.putnam@gmail.com

Prefer to print and mail your registration? Click here.

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Introduction to Medicinal Cannabis, Part II:  What nurses need to know
Mar
24
5:30 PM17:30

Introduction to Medicinal Cannabis, Part II: What nurses need to know

Introduction to Medicinal Cannabis, Part II: What nurses need to know

March 24, 2022

Registration 5:30 | Dinner 6:30

Speaker, Mary Cohen, MSN, ED, RN, AHN-BC; Integrative Health & Wellness Coach

Cost: Members & Students $36.00 | Non-Members $46.00

(Reservation deadline March 14, 2022. No reservation without payment)  

Members Register Here (login required)

Students Register Here

(Student registration password required. Need password? Click here to request password via email. Or email pna.dutchess.putnam@gmail.com

Non-Members Register Here

Click below if you prefer to print and mail your form (with check):

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 Introduction to Medicinal Cannabis:  What nurses need to know
Nov
10
5:30 PM17:30

Introduction to Medicinal Cannabis: What nurses need to know

Introduction to Medicinal Cannabis: What nurses need to know

Speaker, Mary Cohen, MS, RN; Integrative Health & Wellness Coach

Cost: Members & Students $35.00 | Non-Members $45.00

(Reservation deadline November 2, 2021. No reservation without payment)  

Click below if you prefer to print and mail your form (with check):

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Mar
23
5:30 PM17:30

NURSING FROM WITHIN: SELF CARE WITH REIKI

  • Reformed Dutch Church of Hyde Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Presented by:

Mary Cohen, RN, MSN, ED

Monday, March 23, 2020

Registration 5:30 p.m.

Reservation Deadline:  Monday, March 16, 2020

 (No reservation accepted without payment)

Light supper includes sandwiches, salads, dessert, soft drink/water, coffee/tea.

Gluten free options available

*To register via U.S. mail click below

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Feb
6
5:30 PM17:30

Supporting the Integrity of the Family: An Innovative Public Health Nursing Role in Collaboration with CPS

Presented by

Nancy Lenhert, RN, BSN, CLC, NYSAFE

Coppola’s Restaurant

Route 9

Hyde Park, NY 12538


Registration 5:30 p.m.

Reservation Deadline:  Monday, January 27, 2019

There is limited seating for this program so register early

(No reservation accepted without payment)

Cash Bar




Click below for a printable form.
Mailing and payment details included on form.

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Nov
21
5:30 PM17:30

Diabetes Update and Nursing Management

Presented by

Marie Ostoyich, RN, MS; CDE 

COSIMO’S RESTAURANT

120 Delafield Street

Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Registration 5:30 p.m.

Reservation Deadline:  Tuesday, November 12, 2019

There is limited seating for this program so register early

(No reservation accepted without payment)

Cash Bar




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May
1
5:30 PM17:30

Annual Nurse Excellence Awards

Registration & Cash Bar @ 5:30 p.m.

Dinner, Award Recognition, Silent Auction and Election to follow

AWARD RECIPIENTS

Education – Pamela Duda, MS, RN (Faculty, SUNY Dutchess)

Administration – Joyce Maranga, BSN, RN (Dutchess Community Health)

Clinical Practice – Donna Charitable, RN; CMS (Orange Regional M.C.)


Reservation Deadline:  Wednesday April 23, 2019

(No reservation accepted without payment)


Click below for a printable form. DO NOT MAIL A FORM IF YOU HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED ONLINE.

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Mar
27
5:30 PM17:30

Overview of Public Health Preparedness

Presented by Catherine Tegtmeier, RN, MPH; AEM
Director, Dutchess County Department of Behavioral & Community Health

Registration @ 5:30 p.m.

Program @ 6 pm


Reservation Deadline:  Wednesday March 20, 2019

(No reservation accepted without payment)


Online registration is not available for this program. Please send a check to the address on the form (available by clicking the button below) along with your meal choice.

Members & Students $35.00

Non-Members $45.00

Cash Bar



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Nov
14
6:00 PM18:00

Ending the Silence

Presented by The National Alliance on Mental Illness and Jo Ann Brown, Program Coordinator

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans and their families affected by mental health conditions.

Registration 5:30 p.m.

Reservation Deadline: Tuesday, November 6, 2018

(No reservation accepted without payment)

If you prefer to print and mail your registration, click below.

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