HAPPENING AT TNA
TNA Staff, Board & Event News
TNA Board of Directors News
Please join us in welcoming the following members to the TNA Board of Directors.
President-Elect
Kit Bredimus, DNP, RN, CNML, NE-BC, CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE, FAONL, FNAP
Secretary
Monica Jimenez, BSN, RN-BC
Board Member At-Large
Richard Pullen, EdD, MSN-ed, RN, CNE, CNE-cl, ANEF, FAAN
TNF Board of Directors News
Please join us in welcoming the following members to the TNF Board of Directors.
Delia “DeeDee” Abbott, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC
Christina Murphey, Ph.D., RN
Rachael G. Levy
Colea Owens, DNP, RN
Congratulations, and we look forward to the good work you'll do within the organization!
TNA STAFF NEWS
Leeanna Mao has joined TNA as the new Director of Member Services. Leeanna Mao is a dedicated nonprofit professional with over 12 years of membership experience in the nonprofit sector. Her experience includes leading membership initiatives at the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), where she oversaw recruitment, retention, and member engagement strategies. She is a proud native of Austin, Texas! Leeanna is also a passionate foodie who enjoys exploring worldly cuisines and checking out the newest restaurants. She is excited to join the team at TNA and looks forward to connecting with the amazing members and being part of an organization making meaningful strides to change the nursing world and healthcare.
THE CONFERENCE COUNTDOWN BEGINS!
Keep an eye on our social media pages and your inboxes!
On Sept. 2, 2025, we’re opening registration for our 2026 Annual Conference: Strength in Unity, Excellence in Action! Not only will you be able to register for the lowest available rate, we’re also opening the call for abstract submissions and abstract reviewers. Be a vital part of next year’s annual conference, in Grapevine, TX, from June 10 to 12!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nuts & Bolts of Nursing Peer Review | 6.0 Contact Hours
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
TNA’s Nuts & Bolts of NPR workshop facilitates a discussion around nursing peer review requirements in Texas necessary to effectively guide the evaluation of a nurse's practice. This workshop reviews statutes, rules established by agencies such as the Board of Nursing, and policies developed by organizations to implement laws and rules.
Upcoming Dates: 9/4, 10/23, 11/20, 12/5, 2/6, 4/10
Nurse Talks Empowerment Series | 1.5 Contact Hours
6 p.m.
The Nurse Talks Empowerment Series brings nurses together to share their ideas, wisdom and guidance on important issues. The virtual webinars happen live on the second Thursday of the month, and feature a broad range of topics followed by breakout rooms to facilitate discussions. Missed a Nurse Talks? Members get free access to previous webinars on demand on our website!
Upcoming Dates: 9/11, 10/9, 11/13,1/8, 2/12, 4/9, 5/14
Nursing Jurisprudence and Ethics | 6.0 Contact Hours
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
TNA is now a Texas Board of Nursing-approved remedial education provider! TNA hosts a monthly online Nursing Jurisprudence and Ethics RE Course.
Upcoming Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/6, 2/3, 3/3, 4/28, 5/26, 6/23
For more NPD, both live and on-demand, visit our website at tna.ce21.com! Members get access to free and discounted courses—make sure you’re logged in!
