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Sacramento Spring 2000 PCR Conference






 Message From The President

Spring Greetings to each of you! It seems that time really flies these days.

The spring conference in Sacramento was excellent. The hostesses from the Sacramento support group once again really worked together to attend to every detail so that all could enjoy the conference! Many thanks also to Donna Goudberg Lockhart, the Education Coordinator, and her committee for a remarkable job! The educational content was truly superb. Once again the content was on par with any offered at a national conference. Mikel Gray gave an excellent presentation on Urinary Continence, which was most helpful to anyone preparing for recertification. A highlight was the panel of experts presenting on support surfaces: Richard Barnett, PhD (Hill-Rom), Steven Reger, PhD (KCI), James Spahn, MD (EHOB), and Allister McLeod, PhD (Huntleigh). In addition, Carmen Germaine Warner, author of "Touched By A Nurse" presented an exceptional keynote address that I know "touched" the hearts of many of her listeners. In addition, I am informed by our Treasurer, Liz Hiltabidel, that we cleared over $4,000.00 after expenses. My thanks once again to everyone who gave of their time to make this a great conference!

Now it is time to begin preparing for national conference in Toronto. I am looking forward to seeing many of you there. The meeting for the region will be on Sunday, June 4th, from 7:30-10:00 PM. Pacific Coast Region has a room reserved through WOCN for our meeting. Take this opportunity to come network with colleagues, to see what is new in the region, and to have some "social time" with each other.

I talked with Helen Tipton, WOCN membership person on April 7th. She informed me that approximately 100 of the Pacific Coast Region members have NOT renewed their membership. Please check your records to make sure your dues are paid for this year! After paying you will receive a second mailing to indicate your choice for the rebate. Please clearly mark this so that PCR receives the rebate from national for your renewal.

I will look forward to seeing you in Toronto. Plan now to avoid higher airline fares!



See You In Toronto

What: PCR REGIONAL MEETING
When: Sunday, June 4th, 2000
Time: 7:30PM - 10:00PM
Where: The Royal York Hotel (Room to be announced)
Why: Come join other PCR members - Enjoy an evening of fun and exchange of ideas!!
Cookies and coffee will be served



Nomination Form for PCR-WOCN

The form can be mailed or faxed in and is available by clicking here



Pacific Coast Region
Professional Education Award

Professional education must keep pace with evolving scientific knowledge and ET Nursing's high standards that influence the development, application, and evaluation of our practice. These educational standards provide a framework for delivering competent and compassionate services for which we are accountable.

Pacific Coast Region would like to recognize ET nurses who demonstrate exemplary qualities in professional education.

All nominated representatives who meet the criteria will receive a certificate of recognition. One ET nurse each year will receive a plaque and be recognized as PCR's
Professional Education Award winner.

Criteria for Nomination:
  1. Must be a Certified ET Nurse and an active member of Pacific Coast Region of the WOCN. And
  2. Must attend one regional meeting per calendar year. And
  3. The candidate can reflect diverse roles in ET Nursing such as (but not limited to), consultant, researcher, manager, clinical practitioner, educator. And
  4. The nominee has demonstrated outstanding professionalism, and presents a sound and well-articulated knowledge base. She/he also provides an educational foundation for a clear or better identification of purpose, evolution of objectives to achieve that purpose, and creation of new approaches to nursing problems. And/or
  5. The candidate has increased the professional staff's competence and understanding to significantly enhance the quality of patient care. And/or
  6. The nominee has contributed to professional education with unique and descriptive values of ET Nursing, furnished clear and meaningful information to the learner, provided education that has a basis for structure, direction, and action, and has shared her/his vision with her professional colleagues.
The person who is nominating the ET Nurse (it is acceptable to be self-nominated) should complete a nomination form and submit a description of the above criteria relating to the nominee's contribution to professional education. This description will be submitted to the Committee and the general membership.



Pacific Coast Region
Patient Education Award

Patient teaching is an important part of ET Nursing and involves an interpersonal interaction in a trusting relationship between the patient and nurse.

Pacific Coast Region would like to recognize ET nurses who demonstrate exemplary qualities in patient education.

All nominated representatives who meet the criteria will receive a certificate of recognition. One ET nurse each year will receive a plaque and be recognized as PCR's
Patient Education Award winner.

Criteria for Nomination:
  1. Must be a Certified ET Nurse and an active member of Pacific Coast Region of the WOCN. And
  2. Must attend one regional meeting per calendar year. And
  3. The nominee must has developed/organized an original/unique teaching moethod or learning materials that meets a special need within the scope of ET Nursing. For example: videos, models, posters, pamphlets, booklets, handouts, effective/potent/improved methods for teaching the blind or disabled, etc.
The person who is nominating the ET Nurse (it is acceptable to be self-nominated) should complete a nomination form and submit a copy and description of the above criteria relating to the nominee's contribution to patient education. This description will be submitted to the Committee and the general membership.



Pacific Coast Region
Mentorship Award

One of the most important reasons for belonging to a professional organization is personal and professional growth. This occurs from formal education, but even more importantly, it occurs regularly, as seasoned members nurture and guide colleagues. Professional mentors, are not merely teachers, who provide knowledge and skill to paying students. Mentors are volunteers, established professionals, who have nothing professionally to gain by sharing. They are professionals who realize the value of experience and provide leadership to their less experienced colleagues, in the form of caring, concern and direction . The members of the Pacific Coast Region of the WOCN wish to recognize the generosity and dedication of the select group of ET Nurses who extend themselves far beyond the demands of their employment positions to give of themselves to their colleagues.

All nominated mentors who meet the criteria, will receive a certificate of recognition. One Mentor per calendar year, will receive a plaque and be recognized as PCR's ET Mentor of the year.

Criteria for Nomination

Candidates must:
  1. Be in attendance at 1 regional meeting per colander year.
  2. Be a Certified ET Nurse and active member of the Pacific Coast Region of the WOCN
  3. Be supportive of ET Nursing colleagues as exhibited by three of the following;
    • Assists another member in the development of a formal educational offering for nursing staff or nursing colleagues.
    • Assists another member in the development of a professional poster presentation, research paper or an article submitted for publication. Permitting the "student" to be the primary author and establish themself in the professional community.
    • Provides instruction to a colleague regarding issues related to successful marketing or management of his/her career as an ET Nurse.
    • Serves as a preceptor for a community based nursing program or an ETNEP.
    • Consistently shares career growth information with colleagues, which she/he has obtained from independent research or education.
    • Assists a colleague in the development of a program, materials or other project which permits the "student" to shine, taking a back seat to the personal or professional glory of the achievement.
    • Makes her/himself available to answer questions, day or night, good times and bad.
The ET Nurse who is nominating a Mentor must complete the following Nomination form:

Name of PCR Member making nomination:
Name of Mentor being nominated:
Please use reverse side or attach another paper, to state reasons your candidate should be considered as the recipient of this years Mentor of the Year Award. (Be sure to include details of the criteria listed above).



Pacific Coast Region
Rookie of the Year / Rising Star Award

The members of the Pacific Coast Region of file WOCN realize that being new in a field of nursing presents some significant challenges. Breaking into a field and being successful is no easy task. There are, however, some outstanding, new ET Nurses, who possess such a commitment to their new roles that they far exceed the expectations of their employers or colleagues within very short time. These ET Nurses are our leaders of the future. They are our "Rising Stars". The PCR membership recognizes the effort and dedication this entails, and therefore, washes to recognize these Rookies All nominated ET Nurses who meet the criteria, will receive a certificate of recognition. One Rookie per calendar year, will receive a plaque and be recognized as PCR's Rookie of the Year. Criteria for Nomination: Candidates must:
  1. Be in attendance at I regional meeting per calendar year.
  2. Be a Certified ET Nurse and active member of the Pacific Coast Region of the WOCN.
  3. Have graduated from an ET Nurse education program within 24 months.
  4. Perform at least 50% of their duties in direct patient care.
  5. Have completed at least four of the following nine achievements (each single accomplishment can fulfill only one category').
    • The development of a formal educational offering for nursing staff or nursing colleagues
    • Developed a professional poster presentation, accepted for display at any National Conference
    • Written a research paper (not part of the ETNEP) or an article submitted for and accepted for publication in a professional journal, of which the rookie was the primary author.
    • Development of a program, materials or other project which positively elevates the healthcare communities awareness of and or respect for ET Nursing as a specialty.
    • Participates in a formal Clinical Product Trial for a manufacturer or research project for a colleague
    • Assists in file gathering of data for an institution or government body, to assist in development of tools or increase knowledge to improve the quality of patient care
    • Develop, and manage all interdisciplinary team in the acute, sub-acute, long-term care, or home care environment for the management of wound, ostomy, or continence care.
    • Establish or organize, oversee or actively participate in a community-based support group for patients suffering from diseases or impairments secondary to our area of expertise
    • Develop and promote a community-oriented newsletter, web page or equivalent, for the promotion of well being of our target patient population
Please, mail, fax or e-mail nomination form with a separate document describing how nominee meets the above criteria.



Pacific Coast Region of the WOCN
Manufacturer/Distributor of the Year

Members of the Pacific Coast Region of the WOCN work closely with Distributors and Manufacturers as PCR members perform the administrative and clinical functions of their positions. As ET Nurses, we realize that to be successful in our practices, we rely heavily Manufacturers and Distributors who provide various types of support, including the development and distribution of tools to make our job easier or more efficient, to financial backing for educational programs and fundraisers. We appreciate also, their willingness to be present at our meetings to keep us updated on equipment and services.

Many of our Manufacturers and Distributors go out of their way to assist us in our everyday tasks. We realize that this is very valuable to us in our careers and wish to take this opportunity to thank them for their continued support. It is our desire to recognize those Manufacturers and distributors and to provide them with a token of our appreciation.

All nominated Manufacturers and Distributors will receive a certificate of appreciation. One Manufacturer or Distributor per calendar year will receive a plaque and be recognized as PCR's Manufacturer or Distributor of the year.

Criteria for Nomination

Manufacturer or Distributor:
  1. Must be in attendance at two regional meetings per year.
  2. Is supportive of ET Nursing exhibited by two of the following:
    • Assists members by providing tools for the education of nursing staff
    • Assists the association by providing materials which promote the continued education of ET Nurses
    • Utilizes ET Nurses in the development or evaluation of products which contribute to the well being of our patients.
    • Is respectful of the ET's position within her/his working environment
The ET Nurse who is nominating a Manufacturer or Distributor must complete the following Nomination form:

Name of PCR Member making nomination:
Name of Company being nominated:
Manufacturer(s) represented:
Length of time this Company is known to ET community:
Please use reverse side or attach another paper, to state reasons your nominee should be considered as the recipient of this years Manufacturer or Distributor of the Year.



winners At left E.T. Nurse of the Year Zoe Mann, at center Writing Award Winner Susie Seaman was unable to attend so Mary Anne Dilloway accepts on her behalf. At right smiles President's award winner Janet Stoia Davis.
etnurse Kathie Powers at left nominated and now presents the E.T. Nurse of the Year Award to fellow Kaiser Sacramento E.T. coworker and friend Zoe Mann.
mary-carmen Dynamic Keynote Speaker Carmen Germaine Warner, author of "Touched by a Nurse" presented the subject "Healing the Healer." Germaine Warner seen at left with Mary Sears.
saward President's Award Winner Janet Stoia Davia at left receives her award from current and past President Mary Sears. Janet has been a proactive and positive spirit in the PCR organization and has her own busy private practice along with partner Marcia Gay.
incoming Incoming Officers Spring 2000. Flowers were presented to the following officers by current Membership Coordinator, Joanne Stark. Recipients left to right are Secretary, Donna Houpt, Treasurer, Elizabeth Hiltabidel and Public Relations Coordinator, Christine Herb.
bedpanel Panel of Experts discusses How and What Influences Pressure Reducing/Relief Surfaces. Speakers from left to right are Dr Steven Reger, Cleveland Clinic, Dr Richard Barnett, Hill-Rom, Dr James Spahn, CEO EHOB, Dr Alistair McLeod, Huntleigh HealthCare
kay Industry sales representative Kay Fraulini (left) voices her opinions to the Bed Panel while WOCN and Support surface expert Dianne Mackey listens attentively.
kellys parks Continence Clinic Nurse Manager and fellow WOCN Kelly Sparks, at right, loads up on materials and information from the Sacramento conference booths.
outgoing Outgoing PCR Officers for the PCR Board of Directors. At left, Former Secretary, Rebecca Schmidt, Treasurer Ann Brinton and Former Public Relations Coordinator and Timely Topics creator Kelle Herrick.
ek_1_2 Susie Seamen receives her award in San Diego
committee Sacramento PCR was a big success for attendance, speakers quality and content, food and accommodation, location and financial return. Kudos to the hosts on the Sacramento Committee presented here.
Back row left to right. President Mary Sears, Vice President Peggy Donat-Rael, Michael Makrakis, Colleen King, Zoe Mann, Jane Cornwell. Seated left to right Lucy Martin, Kathie Powers, Mary Van Inwagen.
govt Front: Brenda Leake, Betty Razor. Back: Marilyn Magoffin, Lucy Martin and Mary Anne Dilloway. Not Pictured: Anne Moore, Chairperson
rep Manufacturer Rep of the Year goes to Kathleen Ellis who is the Northern California rep for Hollister. Kathleen lives in Sacramento and has been with Hollister for 23 years.
tn-donnalockhart Donna Goudberg Lockhart Education Coordinator. Thank you Donna for your tremendous contribution to the success of the Sacramento conference.