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This is a special edition of E-Balita. Since the last PNAA National Convention in Miami, there have been numerous inductions of newly elected officers to various PNAA Chapters. In addition to the inductions of officers from PNA Northern California. There were inductions for the following chapters / sub-chapters: PNA Greater St. Louis, PNA Colorado, PNA Ohio, PNA Northeast Florida, PNA San Diego, PNA Arizona - East Valley, PNA New Jersey - Somerset and Atlantic Cape May, PNA New York and PNA Metropolitan Houston - Texas Golden Triangle. PNAA welcomes the newly inducted leaders.

SPECIAL EDITION

Inside this issue: PNA Greater St. Louis 2

PNA Colorado 3

PNA Ohio 4

PNA Northeast Florida 5

PNA San Diego 6

PNA Arizona - East Valley 7

PNA New Jersey - Somerset / Atlantic Cape May 8

PNA New York 10

PNA Metropolitan Houston -Texas Golden Triangle 11

Photos 12

Calendar of Events 16

Call for Manuscript 17

Save the Date PNAA Convention SF, Calif. 18

E-Balita Special Edition October 2010

Volume 1, Issue 2

Diaryo ng Philippine Nurses Association ng America The E-Newsletter of the Philippine Nurses Association of America

President’s Corner: Witness to Engagement and Making a Difference

Editorial Board Davy G. Diongson, RN Sofia E. Bole, RN May Mayor, RN Rey R. Rivera, RN Gloria Beriones, RN Susan Castor, RN Beth Rosas, RN Beth Rose, RN Contributors Nanette Kaduchak, RN Chona Lutap, RN Marley Nicolas, RN

E-Balita is published as the 2010-2012 official newsletter. All articles reflect the opinion of the authors and are not necessarily held by the Philippine Nurses Association of America, Inc. All communications should be addressed to the Editor. All rights reserved. Reproduction is by permission through E-Balita Editorial Board.

By: Reynaldo Rivera, DNP, RN

Over the course of a few months since my induction as PNAA President, I have had the privilege of traveling to the various parts of our country. Begin-ning in July, I went to Northern California, then to Greater St. Louis, back to the west coast and then back to New York. I spent most weekends during the summer months traveling to acquaint myself with PNAA members. The re-gional Vice Presidents have been immensely helpful in setting the tone for my theme Engagement and Making a Difference.

During my meetings with the various chapters, I was warmly greeted with the traditional Filipino hospitality. PNAA members engaged me in their success stories and how they are giving back to their communities and their col-leagues such as having health fairs, providing medical and financial assis-tance in need, providing educational programs, collaborating with other or-ganizations and mentoring programs. The PNAA member is truly engaged. I found that each chapter is unique in their own way by addressing the specific needs of their constituents. Recognition of the contributions of their mem-bers and community leaders was a constant theme through my travels. I have learned much from interactions with you.

I expect that as I continue to travel and meet with you in the coming months, that you will share with me your stories of engagement and how you are mak-ing a difference.

Thank you for your continued support. Engage and Make a Difference.

By: Beth Rosas, RN Once again PNA Greater St. Louis under the leadership of their Immediate Past President, Rosa Williams, RN and the Executive Board orchestrated a very successful dinner dance on Saturday, August 7, 2010 at the Sheraton Westport Chalet Hotel in St. Louis, MO. The 11th Gala and Induction Ball was well at-tended by members of the community, out of town families and friends and key officers of many organiza-tions with whom the Association collaborates. The evening began with the introduction and recognition of the accomplishments of the Incoming Presi-dent Jonel Maminta by her CNO of Des Peres Hospital, where she has served for over 27 years. A special Presidential Award was also given to Outgoing President Rosa Williams and a Nurse Excellence award in Community Service was given to Jen Jen Hazelbaker. The band, the food and the camaraderie of all atten-dees made that night another PNAA affair to remember. PNAA President Rey Rivera inducted the new ex-ecutive board and spoke about his presidential theme on Engagement and Making a Difference. My special thanks to Doy Campos for serving as the special guest guide for President Rivera and to all past presidents of PNA GSTL who were present Lourdes Calabio, Jean Reyes, Rosalie Lim, Tessie Cusi, Cherie Nievera, Doy Campos, Ramona Tabeta and Emy Tabayoyong. What a Team!! All but one was pre-sent except Lily Cayabyab who was out of town. I would like to give a special recognition and appreciation to our new PNAA President Rey Rivera who came to our event to meet with the officers and members of PNA Greater St. Louis. He literally put in a 25-hour day that Friday and Saturday by having gained an extra hour because of the time difference. Nonetheless, he survived this very hectic weekend and heat wave in the Midwest. Rey Rivera is to be commended for his time and for the mini late sessions of strategic planning.

PNA Greater St. Louis

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PNAGSL Executive Board 2010-2012

President - Jonel Maminta, RN President Elect- Cynthia Montejo, RN Vice President- Erwin Arcaya, RN Secretary- Kate Erce, RN Asst Secretary- Gemma Flores, RN Treasurer- Ruby Godier, RN Assistant Treasurer- Betty Biasbas, RN

Auditor Judy Ferrer, RN Assistant Auditor - Doly Musni, RN Public Relations- Bong Umali, RN Public Relations- Josie Durano, RN Business Manager- JeJen Hazelbaker, RN Business Manager- Noreen Tan, RN

(L-R) Rey Rivera, Ruby Godier, Betty Biasbas, Jonel Maminta, Doy Campos, Beth Rosas, Jean Reyes, Rosa Williams, Ernie Rosas

“… the camaraderie of all attendees made that night

another PNAA affair to remember..”


PNA Colorado www.pnaco.org

By: Beth Rose, RN The induction of the executive board dinner started with a question and answer forum with President Rey Rivera and PNAA VP of the Western Region, Beth Rose. The meeting was productive. The theme for Grace Senger’s presidency mirrors that of PNAA President, Dr. Rey Rivera: Engage and Make a Difference. In her acceptance speech, she challenged the PNACO members to rise to the top of the engagement pyramid, which is Leading (Level 6 of the Engagement Pyramid). Grace Senger stated, "When we immerse our-selves in the mission of our association, we achieve the goals we set as a group, both individually and col-lectively." Thank you very much Edith Pasion, Founding President, for your vision in organizing this chap-ter and for your steadfast leadership and commitment to PNACO as you guide the next administration. May this event marked another beginning of an opportunity to making a difference and become more en-gaged to keep PNACO and PNAA shine. Congratulations and Best wishes to Grace Senger and Marjolyn Mati-Ong and the 2010-2012 PNACO Ex-ecutive Board and the PNACO family on your 4th Year Anniversary. More power to your journey to achieve the 6th level of Engagement Pyramid for the love of PNACO family. Kudos to the 2008-2010 Executive Board under the leadership of Founding President, Edith Pasion for your commitment and dedication to keep PNAA shine through PNACO.

PNACO Executive Board 2010-2012

President: Grace Senger, RN President -Elect: Marjolyn Mati-Ong, RN Vice-President: Myra Anusencion, RN Secretary: Jessica Pasion , RN Treasurer: Melba Canon, RN PRO: Bill Senger, RN Auditor: Mike De la Paz,RN

Board of Directors: Leli Pedro, RN Melissa Nasser, RN Sherrylyn Ramos, RN Susan Paran, RN

(L-R) Edith Pasion, Susan Paran, Carina Madriaga, Sherrylyn Ramos, Melissa Nasser, Dr. Leli Pedro, Mike De la Paz, Bill Senger, Melba Canon, Myra Anusencion, Marjolyn Mati-Ong, Grace Senger. Jessica Pasion (not in the picture)


PNA Ohio www.pnao.org

By: Beth Rosas On August 28, PNAO sponsored a Free Continuing Education Program and offered 3.0 CEUs with free lunch. We witnessed the ultimate work of collaboration between PNA Ohio and their two new Sub Chap-ters- PNAO Central Ohio led by their Subchapters Pres. Bolet Villanueva and PNAO Cincinnati /Northern Kentucky led by Christine Dimaculangan. PNA Ohio is setting the groundwork in subchapter formation and challenging other NCR chapters to follow suit. A special mention to several nurses who have made this subchapters formation namely, Bessie Schiroky, Pina de Leon, Suzy Hussey and Cora Munoz. PNA Ohio celebrated their 10th Induction and 17th Anniversary Ball at the Double Tree Hotel in Inde-pendence, Ohio and was well attended by several community organizations such as the Fil-Am Millennium Society of Ohio, Phil Am Society of Ohio, Phil American Ministry, Order of the Knights of Rizal, Phil Cham-ber of Commerce, The Association of Phil Am Physicians in Ohio and the Phil Am Catholic Organization of the USA. This specific weekend in Ohio, also revealed PNAO's extensive community involvement when we attended the mass and the Ribbon cutting Ceremony of the Pavilion at the Filipino Cultural Center. Congratulations to everyone and thank you for all that you do for PNAA. PNNA President Rey Rivera, RN inducted the new officers of PNAO and spoke about his theme on engagement. PNAO awarded scholarships to students pursuing their nursing degrees: Cornelius Jeffrey E. Roxas and Roanne Amatorio.

President Audrey T. Godoy spoke about her nurs-ing roots and following in the footsteps of her mother and founder of PNAO. Her mantra is “membership engagement as the key to suc-cess.” She states that she will strive to engage the PNAO member in activities that will accom-plish the goals of PNAO and PNAA. She was espe-cially proud to also present PNAO’s two newly in-ducted subchapters: PNAO Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky and PNAO Central Ohio.

PNAO Executive Board 2010-2012

President: Audrey Godoy RN, MSN, CNP President-Elect: Agripina de Leon, RN, MSN, CNOR Vice President: Erlinda Gonzales RN, BSN, MBA Secretary: Salvacion Sison, RN, BSN Assistant Secretary: Evangeline Holleran, RN, BSN, MPA Treasurer: Nicette Bondi, RN, BSN Assistant Treasurer: Teresita Marasigan, RN, BSN Auditor: Florence Viray, RN, BSN

Board Members: Thelma Ortega, RN, BSN Manuela Chancelliere, RN, BSN, LNHA Carmelita Itliong, RN, BSN Bernadette Salazar, RN, BSN Lynn Duran, RN, BSN

Induction of PNA Ohio Officers 2010-2012 President Audrey Godoy, Pres. Elect Agripina de Leon, Vice President Erlinda Gonzalez, Secre-tary Salvacion Sison, Asst secretary Evangeline Holleran, Treasurer Nicette Bondi, Asst Treasurer Teresita Marasigan, Auditor Florence Viray, Board Members: Thelma Ortega, Manuela Cancelliere, Carme-lita Itliong, Bernadette Salazar, Lynn Duran. They also inducted all their new members.


PNA Northeast Florida www.pnanef.org

By: Gloria Beriones, RN The 4th Biennial induction was held at the UNF University Center Ballroom on Sept. 4, 2010. PNANEF was founded in 2004 and during that time it has been a crusader to uphold the positive image of nursing, pro-mote professional excellence and contribute to significant outcomes to healthcare and society. As a chap-ter organization, it has not only established linkages with other organization, but it has been recognized for its community service and educational and research initiatives. It was indeed a very successful event attended by 200 friends, colleagues and family members who strongly believe that the Filipino-American Nurses in Jacksonville, Florida are making an impact to the health care delivery system and the communities. The South Central Regional friends and colleagues thanked Romy De Vera, Immediate Past PNANEF President and the Executive Board 2008-2010 for their dedication and phenomenal contributions to the mission and goals of PNANEF. Dr. Rey Rivera, PNAA President was the inducting officer and the event was well attended by the South Central Presidents and colleagues, Region Vice President Gloria Lamela Beriones, VP 2010-2012 and Merlita Velasquez, VP 2008-2010. Germina Emily Risos-Rio President developed a mantra and together with the Executive Board will exe-cute the 2010-2012 theme of "A. I. M. - Aspire, Inspire and Make a Difference ". She stated that with the transformation of the healthcare system, there will be important opportunities and challenges to be faced in the next few years. As her term begins, her strategies will in-clude the formation of priority-focus groups: 1) practice and leader-ship; 2) membership; 3) community out-reach programs and collaboration with other organizations and 4) fundraising, scholarships and grants.

PNANEF Executive Board 2010-2012

President: Gemma Rio, RN President-Elect: Velia Callao, RN Vice-President: Lilibeth Cuevas, RN Secretary: Celeste Matito, RN Secretary: Shallaine Canlas, RN Treasurer: Daphne Viray, RN Treasurer: Carolina Manarang, RN Auditor: Grace Shugrue, RN

Board Members: Lina Carvajal, RN Tonette Cuaresma, RN Erlinda Flores, RN Teresita Jocson, RN Edna Merza, RN Dolores Palompo, RN Pauline Rapadas, RN Armi Tuazon, RN


PNA San Diego www.pnasd.org

By: Chona Lutap, RN The 36th Scholarship Awards and Induction of Officers gala was held on September 11, 2010. The Imme-diate Past President, Maria Camilon reflected on her past term and expressed that it was an honor to lead a group of talented hard working individuals. She stated that through the years, PNASD has strength-ened its alliances with other professional, community and healthcare organizations. On September 12, President Rey Rivera and Regional VP Beth Rose had a wonderful, close and personal opportunity to meet with the Executive Board members of the PNA San Diego at the Officers Club. Current President Chona V. Lutap’s theme is Engage and Make a Difference. It was night to celebrate the Filipino American nurses who demonstrated their passion for excellence in their chosen field of practice. The officers were inducted by PNAA President Rey Rivera and he was assisted by Western Region Vice President Beth Rose. The recipients of the PNASD Scholarship Award were an inspiration to those who attended because of their commitment to nursing studies: Diana Alcasid-Alcova, Theresa Mendoza, Carissa Nagtalon, Analyn Palma, Famela Ramos, Hazel Tanga and Mark Villamil. The recipients of the Clinicians of the Year Awardees were Amparo Marzan, Agnes S. Guanzon, and Evangeline Guarnes. The recipient of the award for Administrator of the Year was Marites Arendon. The recipient of the Educator of the Year award was Camencita Cabalic. The recipient of the Community Service Award was Crisabel Ramos. It was a joyous and enlightening event for all those who attended.

PNASD Executive Board 2010-2012

President: Chona Lutap, RN President-Elect: Linda Ortin, RN Vice President: Marlon Saria, RN Recording Secretary: Re Delos Reyes, RN Corresponding Secretary: Linda Mascardo, RN Treasurer: Tessie Porciuncula, RN Assistant Treasurer: Lorna Herce, RN Auditor: Perly Aguinaldo, RN Public Relations Officer: Dorothy Brown, RN

Board of Directors: Cece Echon, RN Gerry Garcenilla, RN Merly Ferrer, RN Elaine Soliven, RN Maria Camilon, RN Norma Baladad, RN Historian: Vickie Berbano, RN Parliamentarian: Elvie Magsarili, RN

(L-R) Rey Rivera, Chona Lutap, Merlie Ramira, Chairman of the Scholarship Ball and Cris Ramos.

“… PNASD has strengthened its alliances

with other professional, community and

healthcare organizations.”


PNA Arizona - East Valley www.pnaaz.org

By: Nanette Kaduchak, RN The PNAAZ-East Valley Subchapter is the first and newly formed subchapter in the Western region. The Induction of Officers Gala was on September 17, 2010 at the Windemere Hotel in Mesa, AZ. It holds the honor of being the first subchapter in the Western Region. It was a memorable moment for all as this newly formed subchapter inducted its founding officers. The members were inducted by PNAA Western Region Vice President Beth Rose. In her keynote address, Beth Rose, Founding President of PNAAZ stated: “We live in an amazing time. Perhaps what makes it so special is that we are writing the future. Each one of us is the moving force of the Association. Our individual engagement can influence, inspire and progressively grow into collective engagement with momentum. PNAA President, Dr. Rey Rivera selected the theme Engage and Make a Difference to anchor his 2010-2012 presidential term. PNAAZ President, Jo Barone selected the theme, “PNAAZ ROCs, Reaching Out to Communities” to mark her presidential years. To accelerate the golden promise we must take ACTIONS. Together we have set new directions and utilize strategies to foster unity and increase membership. I am confident that with your continued commitment PNAAZ and PNAA West-ern Region will remarkably soar to the new stature." The PNAA family welcomes this first Western Region subchapter into its family.

President: Nanette Kaduchak, MBA, RN President-Elect: Grace Armada, BSN, RN Vice President: Fely Sandil, BSN, RN Secretary: Billie Sparenga, RN Treasurer: Rose Caumban, BSN, RN

Board of Directors: Eden Sanchez, BSN RN Marlene Reventar, BSN RN Cristy Lou Rigrish, BSN RN Grace Ibe, MSN, RN

PNAAZ - East Valley Subchapter Executive Board 2010-2012

(L-R): Billie Sparenga, RN (Secretary), Eden Sanchez, BSN RN (Board Member), Fely Sandil, BSN RN (Vice President), Grace Armada, BSN RN (President Elect), Beth Rose, RN MBA (PNAA VP Western re-gion), Nanette Kaduchak, RN MBA (President), Rose Caumban, BSN RN (Treasurer), Cristy Lou Rigrish, BSN RN (Board Member), Marlene Reventar, BSN RN (Board Member), Grace Ibe, RN MSN (Board Member).


PNA New Jersey www.pnanj.org Somerset and Atlantic Cape May Subchapters

By Marley Nicolas, RN PNANJ celebrated its 34th Annual Clinical Excellence and Scholarship Awards night on September 24, 2010 at the Imperia in Easton, Somerset NJ. The Executive Board for the subchapters of Somerset County and Atlantic Cape May Counties were inducted by Marley Nicolas. PNAA delegates enjoyed the evening and danced the night away. CARE and Scholarship awards were given to deserving individuals. It was a great night and everyone beamed with pride of what PNANJ has become. The evening brought together past and present board members of PNANJ and PNAA: PNAA Past President Phoebe Andes, Virgie Villanueva, Edith Bien, Rose Santee, PNAA Immediate Past President Leo Jurado,

PNANJ Executive Board 2010-2012

President: Marley Nicolas, MSN, RN President-Elect: Majuvy Sulse, MSN, RN Vice President: Amelia Guzman, MSN, RN Recording Secretary: Jackie Baras, BSN, RN Corresponding Secretary: Eileen Espiritu, BSN, RN Treasurer: Arbie Ramos, BSN, RN Assistant Treasurer: Marsha Supapo, BSN, RN Public Relations Officer: Laura Garcia, MNA, MSN, RN Area Coordinator: Rosemarie Rosales, RN

Board of Directors: Fe Eguaras, BSN, RN Reses deVries, BSN, RN Meriam Canares, BSN, RN Isabelita Pitaro, BSN, RN Charlotte Qualis, MA, RN Marletta Datar, BSN, RN

President: Gloria Hermoso, RN President-Elect: Nellie Sun, RN Vice President: Robert Rosales, RN Recording Secretary: Teofista Miranda, RN Corresponding Secretary: Maridhal Villorente, RN Treasurer: Grace Colipano, RN Auditor: Rose Javier, RN Public Relations Officers: Susan Cubelo, RN Jennifer Santiago, RN

Board of Directors Arlene Azores, RN Dulce de la Fuente, RN Rhea Golet, RN Lilia Makiling, RN Hannie Rivero, RN

PNANJ Atlantic Cape May Subchapter Executive Board 2010-2012

President: Jean Bernadette Paolino, RN President-Elect: Josie Kikimen, RN Vice President: Maria Evelyn Suner, RN Corresponding Secretary: Maria Chita Franco, RN Recording Secretary: Bennie Arce, RN Treasurer: Maria Teresa Ongsuco, RN Assistant Treasurer: Dulce Guevarra, RN Public Relations Officer: Mary Jane Horn, RN

Board of Directors: Allan Padayhag, RN Emelita Sales, RN Ruth Tayao, RN Aileen Posa, RN Ping Linzo, RN Lolita Ganaban Villanueva, RN Lowella Gonzales, RN Zolayvar Desiree, RN

PNANJ Somerset Subchapter Executive Board 2010-2012

Darlene Borromeo, PNAA Eastern Regional Vice President Susan Castor, and Immediate PNANJ President Madelyn Yu. They were also joined by PNAA President-elect Vicky Navarro who drove from Maryland, PNAA Secretary Vernie Bacolot, PNAA Board of Directors: Antonio Jayoma from Texas, Jenny Aying Ramos from Boston, Dino Doliente from Maryland and Nini Jurado and immediate PNANY past president Leonie Mari-azeta. There were representatives from various hospitals, colleges and universities and honorary mem-bers and friends from NJSNA, NJLN, and ANA. PNAA President Rey Rivera delivered his greetings and spoke about this speaking term’s theme: "Engage and Make a Difference". Dr. Gabriel Esteban interim President of Seton Hall University delivered an inspir-ing speech. The night also included recognition of PNANJ members for their outstanding achievement in Clinical, Community, Administration, Advance Practice, Research, Education and Entrepreneur (CARE). The CARE recipient were the following: for Clinical Practice Nurse of the Year was Alejandro Allanigue, Jr., for Com-munity Service, Soledad G. Dela Merced; for Nurse Administrator, Norma Atienza; for Advanced Practice Nurse, Rebecca Graboso for Nurse Educator, Victoria Javier, the MSN 2010 Scholarship recipient was Alda C. Valenzuela and the BSN 2010 Scholarship recipient was Robert Steven Rosales.


PNA New Jersey

This is the group picture of the 2010-2012 PNANJ Executive Board taken at the 34th Annual Clinical Excellence and Scholarship Awards Night on September 24, 2010 at the Imperia on Easton, Somerset NJ.


PNA New York www.pnanewyork.org

By: Davy G. Diongson, RN PNANY held its Biennial Induction and Awards Gala on September 25, 2010 at The New York Hilton Hotel and Towers. The evening was a triumph for all members and guests of PNANY. PNAA board members were also in attendance: Antonio Jayoma from Texas, Dino Doliente from Maryland, Jennifer Aying from Massachusetts, Madelyn Yu and Nini Jurado from New Jersey. They were joined by Eastern Regional Vice President, Susan Castor; PNAA Executive Director May Mayor; Lolita Compas, past PNAA, PNANY and NYSNA President; Consul General Cecilia B. Rebong; PNAA Parliamentarian and Legal Counsel Leticia Hermosa; PNANJ President Marley Nicolas and PNAA Auditor Jeanette Livelo. The 2010-2012 PNAA Board is very dynamic! Of course, New York is the home of the current PNAA President Dr. Rey Rivera, who inducted new PNANY President Susan Gador. Immediate Past President Leonila Mariazeta reflected on her term and spoke about its accomplishments and triumphs. In the area of community activities, PNANY was recognized for its commitment with an award from the Kalusugan Coalition in 2009. Dr. Rivera addressed the attendees and spoke about his presidential theme on Engaging and Making a Difference. PNANY President Susan Gador’s theme for her term is Engage and Transform: Building a Stronger Future, which echoed Dr. Rivera’s theme. She praised her newly elected executive board for their courage, spirit of volunteerism, dedication and compassion that they will bring to the association and collectively to propel a stronger administration. Awards were given to members for their excellence in the following categories: the Clinical Nurse Excel-lence was Archiel Buagas, RN; Excellence in Advanced Practice was Annabelle V. Abano, RN; Nurse Educator was Nemcy Cavite Duran, RN, Nurse Administrator, Corazon G. Sy, RN, Infor-matics was Edmund J.Y. Pa-jarillo, RN, Entrepreneur, Benjamin H. Santos, RN and Community Service was Josephine “Joji” Juele Jalandoni, RN.

PNANY Executive Board 2010-2012

President: Susan Gador, MA, RN President-elect: Veneranda Bacolot, MS, RN Vice President: Cynthia Margalit, MSA, RN Recording Secretary: Melrene De Chavez MA, RN Corresponding Secretary: Carmen Meliton, BSN, RN Treasurer: Ma. Zita Concepcion-Viste, BSN, RN Treasurer-Elect: Leonila Quinones, MA, RN Auditor: Leonida Lacdao, MA, RN

Board of Directors: Annabelle Abano, MSN, RN Archiel Buagas, BSN, RN Corazon Sy, MA, RN Lorelei Belardo, MS, RN Myrna Santos, MSN, RN Martiniana Villa, MPH, RN Norma Ondoy, MA, RN Rebecca Canalija, BSN, RN Tita Aguilar-Niere, MS, RN

(L-R) Lolita Compas, Lorna Schneider, Lorelei Belardo, Marti Villa, Leonila Quinones, Carmen Meliton, Tita Aguilar-Niere, Ma. Zita Conception Viste, Vernie Bacolot, May Mayor, Susan Gador, Leonila Mariazeta, Mel-rene DeChavez, Leonida Lacdao, Rebecca Canalija, Archiel Buagas, Annabelle Abano, Corazon Sy, Mary Joy Garcia-Dia, Rey Rivera.


PNA Metropolitan Houston www.pnamh.com Texas Golden Triangle

By: Gloria Beriones, RN PNA Metropolitan Houston -Texas Golden Triangle made the historical event at America's Best Value Inn, Beaumont, Texas, October 2, 2010. Congratulations to Phillip Parcon, PNAMH TGT President and the Executive Board for 2010-2012. The PNAMH TGT Executive Board 2010-2012, the first sub-chapter of PNAMH and first in South Central Region, was officially inducted into office by Merlita Velasquez, PNAA SCR VP 2008-2010. It was indeed a great honor to experience the phenomenal work and leadership of the PNAMH- TGT Executive Board, their families and friends. They made the induction ceremony one of the most exciting and memorable event in recent memory. The true Bayanihan Spirit was felt, heard, seen and tasted! The PNAMH past presidents who were present fully to support this historical event were: Mrs. Eufemia Chua, Cleo Robinett, Gloria Beriones, Grace Diaz-Font and Riza Mauricio. They were joined by their spouses to celebrate the occasion: Butch Robinett, Ren Beriones, Rolando Mauricio and Eddie Velasquez. Congratulations, Mabuhay and God Bless the PNAMH-TGT now and the years ahead in forging the strong image and contributions of Filipino American nurses in Beaumont, Texas, in the State of Texas, United States and around the world.

President: Phillip Parcon, MSN, RN, CPAN, CCRN-CMC, CSC President-Elect: Lorelei Miranda, BSN, RN, CCRN Treasurer: Pinagpala Fernandez, BSN, RN Secretary: Dinah Yu Tiamco, BSN, RN, CCRN Public Relations Officer: Joy Angulo, BSN, RN, CCRN Education and Research Chairperson: Faith Wallace, PhD, RN Community Outreach Chairperson: Leny Diaz, BSN, RN Ways and Means Chairperson: Emily Cabalagnan, BSN, RN

PNAMH - Texas Golden Triangle Subchapter Executive Board 2010-2012

“… a great honor to experience the

phenomenal work and leadership of the PNAMH-

TGT Executive Board ....”


PHOTOS Working Behind the Scenes By: Davy G. Diongson, RN Planning and implementing a memorable event such as the induction and member recognition gala is challenging. It requires months of preparation. In planning a successful event, the chapter assigns key members to oversee registration, venue selection, entertainment, invitations, guest list, etc. There is an art to negotiating with venue operators on event spaces for the right price. Contracts must be signed. Details must be precise to avoid costs from rising when the bill comes due at the end of event. Chapter members work very hard to have a successful event. The event planning team and their cadre of volun-teers are to be congratulated for their dedication. Their quiet and diligent work behind the scenes en-sured that everyone in attendance had a great time. For the next PNA-sponsored event, remember this group of chapter members and volunteers who helped in the preparation.

PNANY and PNANJ get ready for their respective big nights.

Shine PNAA Shine

PNAA Delegates (L-R) Dino Doliente, BOD from Maryland, Nini Jurado, BOD, Vicky Navarro, President-elect from Maryland, Marley A. Nicolas, PNANJ President and Eastern Region Circle of Presidents, Susan Castor, Eastern Region Vice President, Antonio Jayoma, BOD from Texas, Rey Rivera, PNAA President, Vernie Bacolot, Secretary and PNANY Presi-dent- elect, Madelyn Yu, BOD and Immediate past president PNANJ, and Jenny Ramos, BOD from New England.


PHOTOS

Past Presidents of PNANY (L-R) Leonie Mariazeta, Lolita Compas, Rey Rivera, Lorna Schneider, May Joy Garcia-Dia

Newly Inducted PNA Ohio President Audrey Godoy and Outgoing President Lillian Palanca

PNANY guests and board members having a great time.

PNANJ Advisory Board (L-R) Phoebe Andes, Founding President, Virgie Villanueva, Edith Bien, Roseminda Santee, Rose Estrada, Leo Felix-Jurado, immediate past PRISM President PNAA, Nini Jurado, Susan Castor, Madelyn Yu and Marley A. Nico-las, Darlene Borromeo (not in picture) .

PNANJ President with the CARE and Scholarship Recipients (L-R) Alejandro Allanigue Jr. Clinical Practice, Alda Valenzuela, MSN Scholarship, Majuvy Sulse, President-elect and Chair CARE committee, Vicky Javier, Nurse Educator, Marley A. Nicolas, PNANJ President, Rebecca Graboso, Advanced Practice Nurse, Norma Atienza, Nurse Admin-istrator, Robert Rosales, BSN Scholar and Soledad dela Merced, Community Service Awardee (not in picture), Joy Solomon-Duarte, Scholarship Chair (not in picture).

PNA Greater St. Louis. Presentation of the Gavel of Leadership from Outgoing President Rosa Williams & NCR VP Beth Rosas to President Jonel Maminta.

(Left) NCR VP Beth Rosas, Newly Inducted PNAGSTL President Jonel Maminta with PNA Greater St. Louis Advisory Board and Past Presidents- Rosa Williams, Lourdes Calabio, Jean Reyes, Rosalie Lim, Teresita Cusi, Rosario Nievera, Begilda Campos, Ramona Ta-beta, Emy Tabayoyong, Lily Cayabyab (not in picture)


PHOTOS

(L-R) Beth Rose, PNAA VP Western Region, Edith Pasion, PNACO Founding President, Dr. Rey Rivera, PNAA President, and Grace Senger, PNACO President

PNA Greater St. Louis (L-R): Jonel Maminta, Dr. Erlinda Umali, Mrs. Nelia de Castro RN PNA member, Dr. Rose Cinense, Jocelyn Jaurigue RN, Cher Jaurigue RN and Camille Jaurigue RN


PHOTOS

(Above) PNA Ohio members with PNAA President Rey Rivera.

Dr. Cora Munoz lecture on “Addressing Health Disparities through Cultural Competence”

V IS I T U S AT W W W.

M Y P N A A. O R G

Calendar of Events Upcoming Induction Events October 30, 2010 PNA New England November 13, 2010 PNA Virginia December 18, 2010 PNA Maryland

Regional Conferences October 8, 9 and 10 2010 Host Chapter: PNA Pennsylvania Eastern Regional Conference Crown Plaza Hotel King of Prussia, PA Regional VP Contact: [email protected] March 25, 26 and 27, 2011 Host Chapter: PNA Cameron County Texas South Central Regional Conference Holiday Inn, Brownsville, TX Regional VP Contact: [email protected] April 29, 30 and May 1, 2011 Host Chapter: PNA Greater St. Louis PNA North Central Regional Conference Hotel Lumière, St. Louis, MO Regional VP Contact: [email protected] November 4, 5 and 6, 2011 Host Chapter: PNA North Carolina PNA Eastern Regional Conference Biltmore Inn, Asheville, NC Regional VP Contact: [email protected]

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PNAA Executive Board 2010-2012 President Reynaldo Rivera

President-Elect Victoria Navarro

Eastern Regional VP Susan Castor

Western Regional VP Elizabeth Rose

South Central Regional VP Gloria Beriones

North Central Regional VP Elizabeth Rosas

Treasurer Aster Vargas

Asst Treasurer Josie Villanueva

Secretary Veneranda Bacolot

Asst Secretary Lucy Laesser

Board Member Jennifer Aying

Board Member Dino Doliente

Board Member Antonio Jayoma

Board Member Iluminada Jurado

Board Member Madelyn Yu

COP 2010-2011

Western Fred Calixto

Eastern Marley Nicolas

North Central Elena deJesus

South Central Riza Mauricio

Executive Director Rosario-May P. Mayor

Parliamentarian and Legal Counsel Leticia Hermosa

Call for Manuscript Dear Colleagues:

We are writing to invite you to contribute to a PNAA Anthology Book entitled Engage and Make a Difference: How Filipino Nurses Are Making a Difference?

This book will profile the local, national, and international work of Filipino nurses who go above and beyond their work environments to give, nurture and mentor others. It is envisioned as a celebratory book for annotating our contributions to the society we live in and a legacy for all of us, individually and collectively.

Manuscripts focusing on compelling stories will be considered on the following topics:

Historical accounts of making an impact on one’s community and the world-at-large;

Response to natural disasters locally, nationally, and internationally;

Contribution to public health issues;

Impact made on the world of nursing education;

Personal philanthropy that helped change the world;

Impact on national and international health issues through entrepreneurship;

Innovative approaches to make the world a better place for all; and

Other topics of how Filipino nurses are engaged and making a difference. Should you accept the invitation to become a contributing author; the manuscript should be no more than 10 double-spaced pages, with one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font. Authors may email their manuscripts to Dr. Reynaldo R. Rivera, PNAA President at [email protected]. All manuscripts are being received subject to review and acceptance by the editorial board. We are under a tight time frame and will need to receive your completed manuscript by January 30, 2011. Thank you very much for your interest and participation in this project. If you are unable to participate as a contributing author, please recommend any other individual or author who might have a compelling story to tell. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or need additional information. You may also reach Dr. Reynaldo R. Rivera at (212) 746-4416. Please indicate your interest by return email to Reynaldo Rivera by December 15, 2010.

Sincerely yours, Joyce Fitzpatrick, PhD, RN, FAAN Reynaldo Rivera, DNP, RN, NEA-BC Josefina Tuazon, DrPH, RN Cecilia Alvarez, DNP, RN Editors

Philippine Nurses Association of America, Incorporated 450 North End Avenue Suite 14K

New York, New York 10282

The Philippine Nurses Associationof Northern California, Inc.

is hosting the

For additional information, please visit:www.pnanorthcal.org & www.mypnaa.org

Contact: Marife Sevilla at 650.302.0210or Malu Cruz at [email protected]

June 28 - July 3, 2011Hyatt Regency

5 Embarcadero CenterSan Francisco, CA 94111

Don’t miss this event!Reservation taken now through April 11, 2011 at:

https://resweb.passkey.com/go/PNAA

32nd Annual PNAANational Convention

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