Treasurer’s Report

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Checking 17,145.51$

Savings 4,528.02$

CD 15,112.19$

During this time of the year, the joys of

the season are all around us! But here

at LAPAN, we wanted to take a minute

to send all nurses a very sincere wish for

your holidays to be full of joy and

peace. Even as stressful as this time

can be with families, shopping, parties,

etc., it is so important to take time to

enjoy the season and reflect on the

year past. We as nurses have a

particularly unique gift that allows us to

take care of our patients to the best of

Happy holidays from the LAPAN family to yours!

our ability, but that job can sometimes

be tough too! LAPAN wants each

member to know that we are here to

support you in whichever way we can.

We want to express each and every

one of you a Merry Christmas and

warm wishes for the year to come.

“Christmas gives us the

opportunity to pause and

reflect on the important

things around us – a time

when we can look back on

the year that has passed

and prepare for the year

ahead.”

-David Cameron

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In this issue:

• President’s Address

• Treasurer’s Report

• Certification News

• Scholarship News

• Board of Directors

• Upcoming events

• Editor’s Note

FALL 2017

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Winter 2017

Volume 32 Issue 4

LAPAN Mission: The mission of the Louisiana Association of Perianesthesia Nurses is to promote excellence in all aspects of perianesthesia practice through education, specialty certification, nursing

research, support for specialty certification, and ASPAN standards in an environment that is respectful of others and adaptive to change.

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Message from the Ways & Means Committee

CAPA/CPAN Certification

Our Ways and Means Committee is busy getting ready for the Silent Auction

to be held at the State Conference in January. You can help by donating

something yourself or securing a donation from a friend or business that you

frequent. How about your favorite restaurant or shop? Maybe you know

someone starting up a business – an auction is an excellent way to advertise.

A donation letter is available (click on link here) if needed. We will have

many great items for you to bid on with all proceeds to benefit the LAPAN

organization. Please call or email if you can help or have any questions.

Thanks!

Katrina Arceneaux BSN, RN, CAPA

Katrina23@cox.net

504-858-2528

***please see next page of newsletter for donation letter

Attaining your certification is a great way to show that you are committed to giving quality nursing care to your

patients. It is also recognized by many as an indication of excellence. If you’ve already taken this step in your career, GREAT! If you haven't but are waiting for a better time to take the test, don’t put it off any longer. The

registration window is January 8 – April 2

The Deadline for registering for the

CAPA/CPAN exam April 2 The next exam window is

April 2 – May 29

Winter 2017 ● Volume 32, Issue 4 ● LAPAN

On Saturday, January 27, 2018, the Louisiana Association of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (LAPAN) will hold the 34th Annual State Conference to be held at Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge,

Louisiana. Over 100 nurses from across the state are expected to attend this exciting educational event!

LAPAN is a non-profit state organization promoting education, standards of care and

networking for perianesthesia nurses. Our specialty organization serves nurses practicing Ambulatory surgery, Preanesthesia and Post Anesthesia Care while promoting the highest quality patient care. Funds are raised for our organization and mission with a Silent Auction held at the State Conference.

We kindly ask for your support with a donation of an item or gift certificate for the auction or door prize drawing. Businesses will be promoted with all donations recognized in the conference syllabus to be given to each participant. Please call Katrina Arceneaux (504-858-2528) to arrange for pickup of your donation or mail to LAPAN, P.O. Box 10773, Harahan, LA 70123.

Thank you for supporting the Louisiana Association of PeriAnesthesia Nurses! Sincerely,

Katrina Arceneaux BSN, RN, CAPA Louisiana Association of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (LAPAN) Ways and Means Committee Chairperson

Donor or business name________________________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________________________________________ Phone_______________________________________________________________________________ Description, Retail value_________________________________________________________________

Upcoming Dates:

Business Meeting:

November 18th

10 am -12 pm

ASPAN 2018 National

Conference:

April 29—May 4

Anaheim, CA

AAPAN Conference:

June 24 in Opelousas

LAPAN State

Conference:

January 27, 2018 at

Woman’s Hospital

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Message from ASPAN Representative Jenny Kilgore: Greetings LAPAN

Thanks for the opportunity to speak to this awesome group of perianesthesia nurses and to be a part of LAPAN! I have given a

great deal of thought on how to inspire this beautiful, brave group! I want to talk about “belonging”.

America is in the midst of a spiritual crisis. I think it would be difficult to argue that we are not facing heated struggles that

quite frankly are uncomfortable. Everyone has opinions, beliefs, ideas, passions and mix that with technology and media the

flame ignites big time! According to research studies by social scientist Brene Brown from University of Houston - We are

disconnected.

Her research revealed that people today feel they are losing that sense of shared humanity. The world feels heartbroken.

We’ve sorted ourselves into factions based on our politics and ideas. We’ve turned away.. from God and from one another.

Many would attest that we are more isolated. We are quick to press toward blame and rage. Many are lonely and untethered

and scared. With emotions running at an all time high – many discussions on issues – frankly are dominated by an Us vs Them

mentality. Media is all forms fuels it.

The very things that have brought us together are breaking - football games, concerts, corporate worship – honoring the

American flag - mass shootings in Las Vegas, churches, schools – removing historical figures – The very things we treasure and

give joy and hope are under attack. Why? Where is this coming from?

Politically, spiritually, economically, socially, culturally, linguistically – even our words there is division. We feel anxious about

saying the wrong thing, expressing the wrong opinion, and fear of being excluded. Really, what do we have to keep us, to

bond us, to unify us? As a nation, as components, units, families. What happens if we are divided? We fall. Its time to

recognize and make It our mission to come together. How can our society move past shame and hate toward empathy and

connection?

Let’s face it everyone wants to be a part of something, but it has got to be real, not fake! Not conditional! As Americans, as

ASPAN, – I believe we must cultivate belonging! Recognizing that we are all inextricably connected to each other through

nursing, our calling - through love and compassion!

Brene Brown gives us four keys to true belonging.

1. Make eye contact with people you disagree with – get to know them. She says, “people are hard to hate up

close” - Much stealthier and easy online, behind a computer screen. Don’t just agree to disagree…go deeper.

Share the reasons why the issue or topic is so important to you. When you want to run away or launch an attack,

say “Tell me more”. Keep your eye on the future for outcomes you both hope for

2. Share collective joy and pain – there is a sense of true belonging spending time sharing emotional experiences

with large, diverse groups (church, sporting events, concerts, services, seminars, conferences) Seek collective joy,

show up for experiences of collective pain – for real, in person – not online, it more difficulty to deny our human

connection.

Sociologists observed that religious ceremonies, church create “collective effervescence” a sense of share

emotion, connection, and sacredness. When we feel more similar to others, we feel more concern for them, we

listen better, and we stick it out longer.

3. Speak up (NICELY) when you disagree. People who feel a sense of belonging don’t stay silent in these situations,

but they do not attack either. They ask for clarification or evidence, they listen, they’re respectful.

4. Embrace the paradox – Strong back, soft front. Which means on one hand they have principles and boundaries;

they will speak up and show you their authentic self, even when it’s uncomfortable. But they are also

compassionate and vulnerable; they don’t lash out or put up a wall in front of their emotions. True belonging

involves the courage to stand alone.

In closing, we should never allow differences – be it cultural, social, political to be elevated above the message, above our

collective purpose. These things can weasel their way quite stealthily into the group and divide. I encourage you to actively

seek out ways to unify, communicate and love!

Belonging,

Jenny

President: Gabrielle Watkins

Vice President: Sherri Simpson

Treasurer: Lee Ann Dooley

Historian: Gerri Bowler

Secretary: Heather Garrott

Ways & Means Chair: Katrina Arceneaux

Education Co-Chairs: Robin Steele & Leslie Roy

Social Media Chair: Joelle Lemoine

Membership Chair: Clara Boudreaux

Publications Chair: Leigh Schexnaydre

AAPAN Representative: Theresa Lacombe

Board of Directors

Message from President Gabby Watkins:

LAPAN’s annual state conference will take place on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at Women’s Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA. I would encourage all perianesthesia nurses to consider attending this great event. Ever year at LAPAN’s annual state conference LAPAN presents 3 awards to its members. The awards are for dedication and service, excellence in clinical practice, and outstanding contributor/leader in perianesthesia nursing. Below is information on each award and the nomination form for the awards. Please consider nominating your peers for this award. All nomination forms can be e-mailed to me at gabrielle.brown5@gmail.com with the heading of LAPAN Awards or mailed to LAPAN on the address

at the bottom of the form by January 5th, 2018.

As my presidency term comes to a close I would like to say what a pleasure it has been to be LAPAN’s president this past year . I would encourage everyone to consider a board or committee position for the 2018 year. If you are interested in a board or committee position please e-mail me at gabrielle.brown5@gmail.com.

Hope to see you at the conference on Saturday, January 27, 2018!

Sincerely,

Gabrielle Watkins, BSN, RN, CPAN

LAPAN President

-Gabby *forms at end of newsletter

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Scholarships available for attending

National ASPAN Conference. Please see

ASPAN website under member’s tab for

forms and details.

Wanted to write a quick note to wish all of my

colleagues a very Merry Christmas and wishes for a

Happy New Year!!

This is has been wonderful and full of professional

milestones for several of our new board members,

current members and myself. Gerri Bowler and I

graduated with our BSN in May and also passed

our CAPA certifications!! There are several other

members who have also accomplished this task of

passing certification, CONGRATS to each one of

you!! Hope to see many more certified nurses

soon!!

I hope the New Year finds each one of you safe

and happy.

Merry Christmas!!!

Leigh Schexnaydre RN, BSN, CAPA

Editor’s Note: Season’s greetings!

Contact Us

Louisiana Association of

Perianesthesia Nurses

P.O. Box 10773

Jefferson, LA 70181

Gabrielle Watkins, BSN,

RN, CAPA

LAPAN President

Interested in joining

LAPAN?

Become a member

online at

www.aspan.org

Current Membership

256

LAPAN MEMBER RECOGNITION AWARDS

The Louisiana Association of PeriAnesthesia Nurses wishes to acknowledge those members whose contributions to the

organization of the practice of perianesthesia nursing have enhanced organizational growth and/or commitment to perianesthesia

nursing.

Through our awards program a LAPAN member may be nominated by simply completing and mailing the form below. Winners will

be chosen by the LAPAN Board. There are three awards for which members may be nominated. Award winners will receive a

prestigious plaque.

I. Dedication and Service Award

One who is dedicated to serving and achieving the goals of LAPAN.

II. Excellence in Clinical Practice

One whose practice exemplifies a high level of competence and expertise, and is a recognized expert in clinical nursing

practice as shown by his/her commitment to and support of perianesthesia nursing.

III. Outstanding Contributor/Leader in Peri Anesthesia Nursing

One who demonstrates strong leadership skills in research, management, education, or practice, and whose contributions

have enhanced the care of patients or those caring for perianesthesia patients.

NOMINATION FORM

Name of Nominee

Employer

Address

Phone

Award Nominated for • Dedication and Service • Excellence in Clinical Practice

Outstanding Contributor / Leader

Nominated By

Address

Phone

Describe in 100 words or less specific examples that exemplify the unique qualities that make this LAPAN member an

award winner in your opinion. Make certain to include qualities that pertain to the award for which the nominee is

being considered. Attach a separate sheet to this form. Complete the application and submit to LAPAN by the

designated deadline.

Send To:

LAPAN

P O Box 10773

Jefferson, LA 70181-0773

Message from Vice President Sherri Simpson: Happy Holidays to all and hope this letter finds everyone well. As we enter in the season be safe and don't forget to take care of yourself!

We have several committees that need help in LAPAN. It's a great way to get involved. Please shoot me an email or text me if you have any questions or concerns. We are a fun group and would love to have you a part of it!!!

Please contact me or attend our next meeting!!! See you at conference!! Sherri Simpson RN, BSN, CAPA Sherrisimpson@cox.net 225-571-4072