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About ARN
2008 ARN Board of Director Candidates
President-Elect
Meg A. Munger, MN RN CRRN CCM
Milwaukie, OR
Current Employment
Manager, Case Management Services
Kaiser Permanente, Portland, OR
Education
MN - University of Washington, Seattle, WA
BSN - University of Portland, Portland, OR
Election Statement
As a rehabilitation nurse I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of roles including staff nurse, educator, CNS, admissions liaison, case manager and manager. This broad range of experiences has afforded me the opportunity to appreciate challenges faced by rehab nurses across the spectrum of practice. Active participation in ARN for over 25 years has lead to immense professional growth and preparation to promote excellence in rehab nursing. Serving as Region 7 Director for two terms significantly enriched my appreciation of issues and concerns at the Regional and National levels. If elected to the position of President-Elect, in addition to serving the organization as a whole, I will continue to be available to individuals, chapters and the board of directors for problem-solving, mentoring, and promoting the values of ARN.
ARN Association Activities
- Board of Directors, Region 7 Director - 2002-2006
- Board of Directors, Executive Committee Member - 2004
- RNF Board of Trustees, Trustee - 2002-2006
- Patient Ed Materials Task Force, Committee Member - 2004
- CEPU Committee, Committee Member - 2002
- Advance Practice SIG, Chair - 2002
- Annual Conference, Committee Chair - 2002
- Annual Conference, Abstract Reviewer - 2000-2003
- Annual Conference, Committee Member - 2000
- Annual Confenece, Paper Presenter - 1988, 1999, 2003
- CRRN Job Analysis Committee, Committee Member - 2001-2002
- CNS SIG, Co-Chair - 1991-1993
- Annual Member Meeting, Minutes Reviewer - 1988
- Marketing/PR Committee, Chair - 1988
ARN Chapter Activities
Oregon Trail
- President - 1999-2000
- President-Elect - 1998
- President - 1987-1989
- Vice-President - 1987
- Board Member - 1986
Linda L. Pierce, PhD RN CNS CRRN FAHA
Elryia, OH
Current Employment
Professor, The University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
Education
PhD - Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
MSN and BSN - University of Akron, Akron, OH
Diploma - The Toledo Hospital, Toledo, OH
Election Statement For 20+ years, I have gained valuable experience/knowledge regarding the functioning of ARN through service on its Board of Directors and committees, Certification Board (RNCB), and Nursing Foundation (RNF). ARN's vision is to reshape healthcare by integrating rehabilitation nursing concepts into care for everyone, while becoming the pre-eminent organization for rehabilitation nursing in the nation and world. You and I have the opportunity to promote this vision through new and evolving partnerships in practice, education, and research, and through our public policy. Addressing the complexity of current questions/issues in rehabilitation nursing requires the contributions of many. Our interdisciplinary colleagues are vital partners in this endeavor; you and I must continue to explore avenues for building and fostering these relationships. I have witnessed the extraordinary work of ARN members in contributing to the ongoing development of our organization. I am proud to have participated in these efforts; I look forward to the opportunity to provide further leadership, serving as president-elect.
ARN Association Activities
- RNF Board of Directors, Chair - 2006-Present
- RNF Board of Directors, Member - 2002-2005
- RNF Symposium, Chair of Planning Committee - 2006
- RNF Symposium, Member of Planning Committee - 2002, 2008
- RNF Research Agenda Task Force, Member - 1994, 2004-2005
- RNF Grant Reviewer, Panel Member - 2002, 2004, 2006
- ARN Restorative Nursing, Editor - 2007-Present
- ARN Board of Directors, Ex-officio Member - 2006-Present
- ARN Board of Directors, Director at-Large - 2001-2005
- ARN Board of Directors, Executive Committee Member - 2003
- ARN Rehabilitation Nursing Journal, Author/Contributor - 1988-Present
- ARN Rehabilitation Nursing Journal, Manuscript Review Panel Member - 1998-Present
- ARN Rehabilitation Nursing Journal, Editor Selection Task Force Member - 2008-Present
- Rehabilitation Nursing Journal, Guest Editor; Stroke Issue - 2006
- ARN Continuing Education Review Panel, Member - 1988-Present
- ARN Educational Conference, Poster/Paper Reviewer - 1988, 1990-1993, 1996- Present
- ARN Educational Conference, Planning Committee Member - 2000-2001, 1999
- ARN Educational Conference, Paper and Poster Co-Chair - 1999
- ARN Core Curriculum, Book Chapter Contributor and Reviewer - 2007, 2000
- ARN Strategic Planning, Member - 2007, 1994
- CRRN Job Analysis Committee, Member - 2006
- ARN Nominating Committee, Member - 1997-1999
- ARN Advanced Core Curriculum, Chapter Contributor and Reviewer - 1997
- ARN Revision of Social Policy Statement Task Force, Member - 1993-1995
- Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board, Chair - 1995 and 1994
- Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board, Vice-Chair - 1993 and 1992
- Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board, Member - 1991-1996
- Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board, Item Writer [advanced & basic] - 1997 & 1989-1990
ARN Chapter Activities
Maumee Bay Chapter (closed 2005)
- Co-editor of Newsletter - 1995-2004
- Workshop Planning Committee - 1997 and 2001
- Member - 1994-2005
- Board of Directors - 1995-1996, 2001
- Nominating Committee - 1991-1994
- Newsletter Committee - 1993
- Member - 1988-1994
- Secretary - 1991-1992
- Education Committee - 1991-1992
- Planning Committee CRRN Review Course - 1990
- Workshop Planning Committee - 1988, 1992, 1993
Region 1 Director
Marjory Palladino, BS RN CRRN
Wallingford, CT
Current Employment
Director of Nurses
Gaylord Hospital, Wallingford, CT
Education
BS - Organizational Leadership Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT
RN - Capital Community College, Hartford, CT
Election Statement
As a long time member of ARN I have seen the membership continually step up to the challenges placed before them. The current strategic plan which has its focus on leadership, research, and professional development will allow the organization to continue to grow, maintain active in helping all patients with rehabilitation needs. I believe the most important message that we must convey is that rehabilitation is not a time or a place but a belief system in getting the client to their highest level of functioning. My experience as a rehabilitation nurse for the past 25 years allows me to recognize the changes needed at the local, regional and national levels to achieve this goal.
ARN Association Activities
- Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board, Cut Score participant - 2002
- Budget and Finance Committee, Member - 2001/2002
ARN Chapter Activities
CT Chapter
- President - 2006 through 2008
- Board Member - 2000 through 2006
- Past President - 1999
- President - 1998
- Vice President - 1997
- Past President - 1996
- President - 1995
- Vice President - 1994
Catherine A. Tracey, MS RN CRRN
Hudson, NH
Current Employment
Administrator of Nursing
Havenwood-Heritage Heights, Concord, NH
Education
MS - Boston University, Boston, MA
BSN - Boston State College, Boston, MA
Election Statement
My experience and history with ARN is extensive. But what I feel I offer most to the Board of Directors is my analytical skills and ability to apply those to the future. Knowing where ARN has been has definite value but more importantly the ARN BOD needs to be visionary and committed to its strategic plan. In my first term as the Region 1 Director I was an active participant in the development of our current strategic plan. In addition I served on the committee that met with our new government relations firm in Washington DC to determine the future needs of ARN. Finally, I have been the chair of the Safe Patient Handling Task Force working to make online resources available to prevent movement related injuries to rehabilitation nurses. I look forward to a great future for ARN and would appreciate your support with your vote.
ARN Association Activities
- Restorative Nursing Manual, Author - 2007
- ARN/APTA/AOTA/VA Task Force Safe Patient Handling in Rehabilitation, Member/speaker - 2003-present
- ARN Core Curriculum, Reviewer - 2005
- ARN Competency Assessment Tool Task Force, Chair - 2004
- Restorative Nursing: A Training Manual for Nursing Assistants, Editor - 1999
- Nominating Committee, Chair - 1997
- ARN Board of Directors, President - 1995-1996
- ARN Board of Directors, President Elect - 1994-1995
- ARN Board of Directors, Region 1 Director - 1990-1995
ARN Chapter Activities
Granite State Chapter
- Member - 1990-present
New England Chapter
- Board of Directors, President Elect, President 1985-1989
Region 3 Director
Kathy Clark, MSN RN CRRN
Roanoke, AL
Current Employment
Associate Nurse Executive, Roosevelt Warm Springs Rehab
Warm Springs, GA
Education
MSN - Troy University, Troy, AL
BSN - University Alabama in Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
Election Statement
Rehabilitation nursing has been my profession as well as passion for the last 20 years. I love the contact with people especially when you can see the difference your interventions have made in their life. I have had the wonderful privilege to work with Rehab nurse leaders from Region 3 for many years and have recently had the opportunity to meet new leaders from across the nation during my current term as Region 3 Director. I can truly say my knowledge base has increased after each interaction.
Working with the ARN staff, ARN board and rehab nursing leaders to develop the strategic vision was a rare experience for me. I feel that I was given the opportunity to provide input into the future direction for ARN. I am fully committed to advancing Rehabilitation nursing practice into all healthcare settings. I will work diligently to bring nurses together to apply the rehab principles in order to improve patient care by achieving positive outcomes.
ARN Association Activities
- ARN Board of Directors, Region 3 Director - 2006-2008
ARN Chapter Activities
Georgia Chapter
- Treasurer - 2003-2004
- President - 2003-2004
- Secretary - 2002-2003
- Past-President - 2001
- Conference Chairperson - 2001
- President (1st Term) - 2000
- President-elect - 1999
- Board Member - 1997-1998
Lisa Pervin, PhD RN CRRN
Largo, FL
Current Employment
Clinical Educator, RehabCare, Inc.
St. Louis, MO
Consultant/Educator & Owner, Best Business Practices Consulting, Inc.
Largo, FL
Education
PhD - Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
MA - Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
BEd - University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
Diploma - Toledo Hospital, Toledo, OH
Election Statement
Over the years, Region III has engaged strong leadership, in this position and throughout the membership as well. Some might say that would make this position easy but this strength can also pose challenges…great expectations and difficult shoes to fill. My commitment to the region would be to continue the course that has been paved by those before me and hopefully add a new path or two. It is important to be the liaison between the region and ARN and support the initiatives set forth by ARN. It is also imperative to meet the needs of the region by providing leadership, mentoring, facilitation, and support where needed. This is never accomplished by one person. We have an exceptional amount of talent, creativity and expertise in our region and it will be my goal to utilize those strengths and meet the needs of the region if given the opportunity.
ARN Association Activities
- Continuing Education Provider Unit, Member - 2008-present
- Patient Education Task Force, Member - 2007
- Strategic Planning Task Group, Member - 2006-2007
- Budget and Finance Committee, Member - 2006-2007
- Rehabilitation Nursing Journal, Manuscript Reviewer - 1999-present
ARN Chapter Activities
FSARN (FL)
- Program Chair - 2007-present
- Webmistress - 2000-present
- Past President - 2005-2007
- President - 2003-2005
- President-Elect - 2001-2003
- Scholarship Chair - 1999-2001
- Member - 1991-present
WCARN district FL
- President - 2001-2003
Region 5 Director
Cheryl Lehman, PhD RN CRRN-A
Boerne, TX
Current Employment
Associate Professor/Clinical, UTHSC San Antonio
San Antonio TX
Education
PhD - UTMB GSBS, Galveston, TX
MSN - UTMB SON, Galveston, TX
BSN - Maryville University, St Louis, MO
RN - DMH School of Nursing, Decatur, IL
Election Statement
I have a great interest in promoting rehabilitation nursing in all aspects of nursing care delivered - be it ICU, ER or the free standing rehabilitation facility. I have experience in leadership positions in local and national organizations, in clinical practice at the staff nurse and CNS levels, and in education as a CNS and now as a faculty member in a school of nursing. I am known for completing assignments on time, for being creative in problem-solving, and for being a hard worker, all of which will benefit ARN. I helped develop ARN's strategic vision, and truly believe that this vision can be achieved.
ARN Association Activities
- Editorial Board Rehabilitation Nursing, Member - 2007-present
- Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board (RNCB), Member - 2002-2007
- Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board (RNCB), Chair - 2004
- ARN Conference Planning Committee, Chair - 2007
- Rehabilitation Nursing Journal, Member Manuscript Review Panel - 1998-2007
- Continuing Education Review Panel, Member - 1998-2005
- Rehabilitation Nursing Certification Board (RNCB), Certification Committee - 1998-2002
ARN Chapter Activities
No chapters in my area
Linda Marler, BSN RN CRRN
Forney, TX
Education Coordinator, Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation
Dallas, TX
Education
BSN - University of Texas Arlington, Arlington TX
ADN - Jefferson College, Hillsboro, MO
AS - Jefferson College, Hillsboro, MO
Election Statement
As a member of Northeast Texas Chapter since 1986 and as holding a position on Northeast Texas Chapter's board since 1989 I have seen first hand that it takes a group of dedicated rehab professionals to maintain the chapter's momentum and forward thinking. I would like to be part of ARN's vision in achieving the "big hairy audacious" goal of reshaping healthcare by integrating rehabilitation nursing concepts into care for all people. To help ARN achieve this goal I would encourage collaboration with other organizations that affect rehabilitation by encouraging members involvement in related organizations; increase awareness and value of rehabilitation nursing to baby boomers by encouraging current rehab professionals to speak at local schools of nursing on rehabilitation letting their passion of the specialty show; and increase the number of CRRN's by educating the members on the value of maintaining rehabilitation certification.
ARN Association Activities
- Conference Planning Committee, Member - 1998
- Conference Planning Committee, Moderator - 1998
ARN Chapter Activities
Northeast Texas Chapter
- Treasurer - 1990, 1991, 1995-present
- Pres-elect - 1993
- President - 1994
- Past President - 1995
- Chair of Education Committee - 2001-presentM
- Co-chair Education Committee - 1994-2001
- Member - 1986-present
Region 7 Director
Michelle Camicia, MSN CRRN
Novato, CA
Current Employment
Director of Operations, Kaiser Foundation Rehabilitation
Center, Vallejo, CA
Surveyor, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation
Facilities, Tucson, AZ
Education
MSN - Sonoma State University, Rohnert Part, CA
BSN - San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA
Election Statement
I have had the privilege as a current Board Member to participate in the strategic planning process that will ensure ARN continues to be the premier resource for rehabilitation nursing well into the future. I look forward to participating as a competent rehabilitation nurse leader in this ongoing process to reshape healthcare by integrating rehabilitation nursing concepts into care for all people. It is a challenging time for many chapters and rehabilitation providers and it is essential that we explore and introduce improved ways of reaching out to each other to share best practices, network and be of support. Throughout my fourteen years in rehabilitation nursing I have been passionate about promoting excellence in our specialty practice through my work with ARN, my organization, and other professional alliances I have fostered. I embrace the opportunity to continue this commitment to ARN at the national level.
ARN Association Activities
- ARN/RNF Board, Region 7 Director - 2006-present
- Research Taskforce, Board Liaison - 2007
- Annual Conference, Admissions SIG Facilitator - 2007
- Annual Conference, Paper Presenter - 2007, 2006, 2003, 2002
- Annual Conference, Abstract Reviewer - 2001-2003
- Annual Conference, Poster Presenter (2) - 2000
- Annual Conference, Moderator - 2000
- Conference Planning Committee, Member - 2005
- Member-Get-A-Member Campaign, First Place - 2003
- ARN Speaker's Bureau Taskforce, Member - 2001
- ARN/RNF Structure Task Force, Member - 2000
ARN Chapter Activities
Northern California Chapter
- President 1999 - 2006
- Conference Chair, CRRN Review Course - 2002-2004
- Conference Chair, Annual Educational Symp. - 1999-2004
- Education Chair - 1997-1999
Nominating Committee
Terrie Black, MBA BSN RN BC CRRN
Williamsville, NY
Current Employment
Independent Consultant, Williamsville, NY
Education
MBA - Western New England College, Springfield, MA
BSN - Penn State University, University Park, PA
Election Statement
I have had the honor of serving ARN and its members in a variety of roles during my rehabilitation nursing career. Being quite familiar with ARN's mission, vision and values, I can assist the association to further strive to meet its goals while meeting the needs of its members by identifying and mentoring rehabilitation nurses into future leaders of the association. I feel I have the unique experience of being in touch and knowing rehabilitation nurses all over the country. I am confident of the talent and abilities of these nurses to become more involved in ARN as well as in becoming a potential leader with the organization. As a member of the Nominating Committee, I would actively identify and encourage the best candidates to take the challenge of becoming more involved within ARN by seeking out a leadership role.
ARN Association Activities
- Continuing Education Review Panel, Member - 1993-current
- Nurse Staffing Task Study/Task Force, Member - 2006-2007
- Core Curriculum, Chapter Author (4th & 5th editions) - 2007 & 2000
- ARN Board of Directors, President - 2004
- ARN Board of Directords, President-elect - 2003
- ARN Board of Directors, Director, Region 1 - 1998-2002
- ARN Nominating Committee, Chair - 2004 - 2005
- ARN Liaison for the Uniform Data System - 1998-2000
- ARN Certification Appeals Committee, Member - 2000
- CRRN Audit Review Panel, Member - 1998-2001
- Conference Planning Committee, Member - 1998
- CEAU Committee, Member/Chair - 1995-1997
- CRRN Review Panel, Member - 1998-2000
- ARN Executive Committee, Member - 1998-2000
- Paper/Poster Review Committee, Member - 1993-1997, 1999
ARN Chapter Activities
Western New York Chapter
- Member - 2001-2007
- Member - 1996-Present
- President - 1998
- President-elect - 1997
- Education Committee, Chair - 1997
- Education Committee, Member - 1996-present
- Member - 1992-1996
- Education Committee - 1993-1996
- Membership Committee - 1992-1996
- Board of Directors - 1995, 1996
- Newsletter Committee Editor/Chair - 1995, 1996
Christiana Lassen, MS RN-BC CRRN
Long Beach, CA
Current Employment
Assistant Director, Nursing Education, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center
Downey, CA
Education
MS (with honors) in Nursing - California State University, Los Angeles, CA
Graduate Course, Gerontological Nursing - Harvard University/ Simmons College, Boston, MA
BS in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude - University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
Diploma in Nursing - Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
Election Statement
As a member of the ARN Nominating Committee, I will have an opportunity to assist in identifying and selecting well qualified candidates for the various national offices. This will provide ARN with visionary, committed leadership to assure the viability of the profession and organization.
I have extensive chapter and national involvement in ARN both as a chapter leader for 18 years and nationally serving on several Conference Committees, as a Chair of the Scope and Standards Committee, a Regional Director, and having presented both papers and posters at ARN National Conferences. Through all of these experiences, I have developed a national and local network of contacts and resources in the rehabilitation community. If elected, I will utilize my experience and networking skills to identify and promote future ARN leaders to run for national office, thereby assuring that ARN remains an important and influential organization in the Nursing and healthcare arena.
ARN Association Activities
- Board of Directors, Director, Region 7 - 1998-2002
- ARN Conference Planning Committee, Chair - 1997
- ARN Conference Planning Committee, Co-Program Chair - 1995
- Scope & Standards Task Force, Member - 1994
- Scope & Standards Task Force, Chair - 2000
ARN Chapter Activities
Los Angeles/ Orange County Chapter
- Treasurer - 1991-1998
- CRRN Review Course, Coordinator, Developer, & Faculty - 1991-present
- Annual Education Calendar, Developer & Faculty - 1991-present
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