National Black Nurses Association

#DYK heart health plays a role in diabetes? This #NationalDiabetesMonth, we are proud to spotlight the instrumental contributions of Dr. Elizabeth Ofili, an EQBMED Network Partner Leader, at the forefront of research bridging the gap between heart disease and hypertension in Black patients. As the former Director & Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Research Center & Clinical and Translational Research and the Principal Investigator of the Research Centers in Minority Institutions - Coordinating Center (RCMI-CC) at Morehouse School of Medicine, Dr. Ofili has made incredible strides in advancing clinical understanding of cardiovascular diseases, particularly among Black patients and women. Among her many achievements, Dr. Ofili spearheaded the African American Heart Failure Trial (AHEFT), revolutionizing heart failure treatment guidelines for African Americans. She also founded the Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc. Center for Women’s Health and Epidemiology and currently leads the Health 360x Cardiovascular Study (CVIS), which integrates social determinants and technology to enhance clinical trials and address health disparities. She is the Global Principal Investigator of the Amgen-sponsored 5,000-participant African American Heart Study, aimed at understanding the association of high Lp(a) levels and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). Dr. Ofili's dedication to improving patient outcomes continues through her direct collaboration with EQBMED local clinical trial sites to address systemic barriers that underserved patients often face when it comes to clinical trials, including a lack of outreach, patient mistrust, and a lack of clinical trial infrastructure in historically underserved communities Thank you for being such an influential leader in improving access to scientific discovery and enhancing diversity in clinical trials.

The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) plays a crucial role representing 308,000 African American nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed vocational/practical nurses, nursing students, and retired nurses from the US, Eastern Caribbean, and Africa. As one of EQBMED’s professional society partners, NBNA promotes educational opportunities in clinical research and helps build a more diverse and representative clinical trial workforce. This diversity fosters greater trust between patients and providers—particularly when Black researchers can bring their unique cultural understanding to the table. The insights of Black researchers, clinicians, and patients are crucial for culturally competent research. So, for National #NursePractitionerWeek, and every week, we celebrate the incredible contributions of nurse practitioners and the leadership of organizations like NBNA, which uplifts the voices of Black nurses and helps us move toward more equitable clinical research. Learn more about NBNA at https://nbna.org/

This?#GivingTuesday, help shape the future of healthcare! ?? Nurses are the heart of healthcare, and today, you have the power to support the next generation of compassionate, skilled professionals. Your donation to our Nursing Scholarship Fund helps provide financial support to nursing students, ensuring they have the resources to pursue their dreams and make a lasting impact on patient care. ??Why it matters: - Scholarships make nursing education more accessible for future caregivers. - They ease the financial burden and allow students to focus on what truly matters: becoming exceptional nurses. - Investing in nursing education means investing in healthier communities. Together, we can empower these future healthcare heroes! ?? Donate today and make a difference in the lives of students and the communities they will serve: https://nbna.org/donate/

Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA) is seeking insights into clinical trials for their upcoming podcast episode and Patient Education Tool! If you have experience coordinating trials, we’d love to feature your voice! What PCNA is Looking For: - Share your journey! What was the clinical trial process like? What should you expect as a nurse and a patient? - Have tips for recruiting participants? Know what tools help? Share your expertise on roles from minor to Principal Investigator! For PCNA's Patient Education Tool: We need 1-2 passionate individuals to help review content, focusing on: - An overview of clinical trials - The impact on patient health and health equity - Common barriers patients face - Self-advocacy tips for navigating trials If you’re ready to make a difference and inspire others, email our NBNA Marketing and Communications Specialist at [email protected]. Together, we can empower patients and enhance the clinical trial experience! #ClinicalTrials #PatientAdvocacy #NursingVoices #HealthEquity

Have you ever thought of publishing a writing piece? ? ?? We’re looking for compelling articles on a range of topics, such as the latest health trends, impactful social causes, or inspiring membership stories. This year’s theme will follow our 52nd Annual Conference Theme of “Advancing Health Care Across the Lifespan: Through Re-Imagining Nursing and Human Caring.” Article submissions must be 500 words max. Send submissions to our Marketing and Communications Specialist, Faith Janecke at [email protected]. We can’t wait to hear from you!

As we approach the upcoming elections, it’s crucial to reflect on the power of our votes and the history that shapes our participation. For African Americans, voting is not just a right; it’s a hard-fought privilege that connects us to the legacy of those who bravely fought for civil rights. Let’s not only vote but also encourage others to do the same. Host community discussions, share resources, and help people understand the voting process. Every voice counts, and every vote matters! Together, we can create change and pave the way for future generations. Register to vote or check your registration status: https://vote.gov/ Do your part and VOTE! ??

Breaking News! This event is all about raising awareness of health disparities affecting our local communities. The event will be focusing on raising awareness about HIV/AIDS in the global communities. I appreciate the Board of Directors for recognizing me, but we need to be there 100% to honor those who are battling HIV & AIDS, to offer Hope, empathy, Love and Compassion. Thank you, Micaelle Guirand for your steadfast leadership in addressing this preventable disease at the 6th Annual Red Dress & Tie Soirée. Please join me as we come together to stand in solidarity for this important cause. Kudos to Community Health & Empowerment Network, Inc. I look forward to seeing everyone in their red dress and tie. Pure Elegance as always! Get your ticket today. https://lnkd.in/e_U4s_Ek

Statement on the Impact of Hurricane Helene From: Dr. Sheldon Fields and Dr. Shirley Evers-Manly, As a global community, we want to acknowledge all those currently dealing with the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene. With over 120 precious lives lost and over 500 miles of communities coping with power outages, hygiene challenges, and shortages of water, and food urgent action is needed. The National Black Nurses Association has long been committed to assisting in times of disaster. In light of this, we are actively reaching out to our NBNA chapters located in the various affected communities to best assess their immediate needs and determine how best we might assist at this critical time. Resources of all kinds are needed in the short and long term, and monetary donations in any amount to support our efforts can be made below. Responding to such incidents is a part of the NBNA mission and in the coming days, weeks, and months NBNA will continue to assess the situation and how we might best be of service to those impacted by the storm. Note: Please specify donations in the comment box to "Hurricane Helene": https://nbna.org/donate/ Thank you for your support!

Exciting News: Our brand new website has officially launched! ?? Explore our new and improved website features curated for your member experience. We can’t wait for you to see what’s in store! ?? https://nbna.org/ #nbna #blacknurses #nursing

Bravo to Miami Dade College, Medical Campus on a beautiful and exciting Kickoff of Changemaker week, September 16-22, 2024. Today was totally exhilarating as students and faculty had the opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a Changemaker, and what does flourishing look and feel like. In this spectacular opening, the Keynote Speaker - Kimara Ellefson, National Director of Strategy and Partnerships for the Kern National Network for Flourishing in Medicine facilitated a powerful dialogue on caring responsibilities and discussed qualities of being a Changemaker. During her inspiring session, students, faculty, and administrators were able to make connections with their "why," and reflected on their unique insights, talents/gifts and contributions, and discovered how flourishing looked like on a personal and professional level. “Together We Flourish: Embracing Your Changemaker Identity” was the topic of the day for the Kickoff session. Since 2016 Miami Dade College has been designated as an Ashoka U Changemaker Campus. MDC continues to be a Champion to equip, empower, and engage students, faculty, and staff in changemaking. As we continue to serve various communities, and exposes students to life-changing experiences, we endeavor to provide transformative excellence at MDC to help shape and mold our students for the future. We will highlight students who demonstrate the attributes of a changemaker such as empathy, reflection, resilience, and action to positively impact the communities in the world. Changemaker Week focuses on this amazing theme of the 3Es: Equip. Empower. Engage. Kudos to the IMPACT Changemaker Committee at the Medical Campus for the remarkable work done in the planning phase for a great kickoff - Thank you Dr. Alwyn Leiba, Interim Campus President, Ana Soto, iCED Director of West and Medical Campuses Institute for Civic Engagement & Democracy (iCED) for your support to the committee; Professors Dr. Marjorie Hardy, IMPACT Committee Chair, and Dina Rubio, Co-Chair, Dr. Mark Ross, Donna Fiskin, Dr. Heather Brathwaite, Dr. Kelly Hernandez, Dr. Tommie Norris, Dean of Nursing, Dr. Ron Winston, Interim Dean of Health Sciences, Sandra Look Lafleur, Director, Changemaker Education and Social Innovation, Jaishri Venkatsubramaniam, and several other committee members. I met a group of first semester students from the ASN program. They were inspired! We spoke about the importance of belonging to a professional nursing organization, and how to join National Student Nurses Association (NSNA.org) and MDC Student Nurses Association (MDC-SNA. We look forward for more exciting events during Changemaker week! #changemakingmdc mdc.edu/changemaking #Transformativeeducation #Transformativeexcellence