Election Results

Congratulations to our newly elected leadership!

One of the most rewarding ways a member can be involved with the chapter is by becoming an officer or member of the Board of Directors. Having a direct impact on guiding the chapter and interacting with members is a fantastic experience. Join us in welcoming these amazing nurses willing to serve our chapter!

Alison Collins

Education:
MSN - Administration from Indiana University
BSN - DePauw University

Current Employment:
Retired

Home:
Scottsdale, Arizona

Professional/Community Activities (committees, offices held):

Previous Executive Director for Omicron Delta from 2005-2020

Please explain any leadership position you have held with the Omicron Delta, Sigma or how you have been involved with the chapter during the last five years:

I was the Executive Director of Omicron Delta from 2005 - 2020. I began my term as Treasurer in 2020 and still serve in that capacity for the chapter.

What contributions do you feel you can bring to Omicron Delta and our members?:

.....I was an employee of the Omicron Delta Chapter of Sigma for 15 years. During those 15 years, was in charge of chapter operations and have been part of the chapter’s three-point finance system (Treasurer, Operations, and Bookkeeper).
     Because of my knowledge of the chapter’s finances and budget, I feel that being the Treasurer is the best fit to maintain the chapter’s financial stability. As the previous Director of Chapter Operations and current Treasurer, I worked to create the annual budgets, process expense sheets, and payroll as well as manage the payroll process with our outside vendors.
     I would really love to continue to be a part of Omicron Delta and I think I would be an excellent candidate for the Treasurer position because of my experience in the last 20 years with the chapter.

Nancy Tahara

Education:
BSN from Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA
MSN from University of Phoenix, Hawaii campus
CNE Certified Nurse Educator from NLN

Current Employment:
Program Chair of College of Nursing
Adjunct Faculty
University of Phoenix

Home:
Kailua, Hawaii

Professional/Community Activities (committees, offices held):

Current Counselor and university representative for Sigma-Omicron Delta
Committees: Faculty Excellence Committee, BlackBoard Ultra transition committee, Community Advisory Council at Hawaii Campus, Professional Standards Committee at the University of Phoenix, Faculty Advisor at the University of Phoenix, Facilitation of National General Faculty Meetings.

Please explain any leadership position you have held with the Omicron Delta, Sigma or how you have been involved with the chapter during the last five years:

I have served as the counselor and university representative for the University of Phoenix for two terms. I have attended several virtual induction ceremonies, as well as evening chats. I have been involved with Sigma while working with the university students and faculty. I attend monthly meetings. Currently working with other university collaborators to increase membership for 2023-2024.

What contributions do you feel you you can bring to Omicron Delta and our members?

.....As Program Chair for the BSN program at University of Phoenix, I have the knowledge and contacts to assist with Omicron Delta collaboration. We are currently working on a collaborative effort with Omicron Delta and University of Phoenix. A nursing conference will be held in September 2024.
     I would like to be considered for a Board position in Omicron Delta for several reasons. As stated on the Sigma website, “The mission of Sigma and its chapters is to provide leadership and scholarship in nursing practice, education, and research to enhance the health of all people and to support the learning and professional development of its members who strive to improve nursing care worldwide.”
     Personally, I would appreciate the opportunity to continue to address this mission and to network with recognized nurse leaders.
     Professionally, I would welcome the continued opportunity to share the importance of Sigma membership to university students and faculty. Since the University of Phoenix has a large student/faculty body, I would strive to be instrumental in communicating the importance of this esteemed society. And thus, I would hopefully do my small part in fulfilling this mission by improving nursing care worldwide.

Pamela Fuller

Education:
Doctor of Education / Educational Leadership
Masters' of Nursing
Bachelors of Nursing
Associate Degree of Nursing

Current Employment:
Retired / consultant

Home:
Phoenix, Arizona

Professional/Community Activities (committees, offices held):
I have held positions of leadership in the state of Arizona / Phoenix for many years. Outside of Omicron Delta leadership positions, I have served in a leadership position with the Arizona Nurses Association, March of Dimes, American Liver Foundation Board and the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
Academically, I have been Dean of the University of Phoenix College of Nursing and been campus President of Chamberlain Phoenix campus. I have served in many academic committees and operational committees in leadership positions.

Please explain any leadership position you have held with the Omicron Delta, Sigma or how you have been involved with the chapter during the last five years:
I have held many positions with Omicron Delta. As a charter member I have served as president 3 times, secretary, and currently hold the position of Vice President and Chair of the Membership Engagement committee. I have also held the position of Sigma Regional 2 Coordinator over seeing 16 chapters in the West region. I am active in several of the OD committees and a member of the Board. I love serving the members of Omicron Delta. It is my professional organization of choice.

What contributions do you feel you can bring to Omicron Delta and our members?:
As a servant leader with a transformational leadership style, I feel that I can create a warm positive climate with upcoming members. My experience with the chapter for over 25 years will support new members to become stronger leader and hopefully enjoy the chapter as I do.

Kimberly Velez

Education:
 Post Graduate Certificate, Nurse Educator - United States University, CA
Health Care Informatics Post Graduate Certificate - Univ. of Phoenix, AZ
MSN, Nurse Executive - Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY
BSN, Nursing - State University of New York, Brooklyn, NY
Associate of Applied Science, Nursing - The College of Staten, NY

Current Employment:
 Expert Clinical Informatics Nurse
Northwell Health

Home:
Brooklyn, New York

Professional/Community Activities (committees, offices held):

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society (STTI) National
        • Leadership Succession Committee (STTI) 2021-2023 Alpha Omega Chapter (STTI) 
       • Governance Committee (Alpha Omega Chapter Sigma) 2023-Present 
       • Vice-President (Alpha Omega Chapter Sigma) 2019- 2023 Psi Tau Chapter (STTI) 
       • Delegate (Psi Tau Chapter Sigma) 2021-Present Omicron Delta Chapter (STTI) 
       • Governance Committee (Omicron Delta Chapter Sigma) 2023-Present
        • Education Committee (Omicron Delta Chapter Sigma) 2021-Present
American Nurses Association (ANA) National 
       • Nominating and Elections Committee (Chair) (ANA) 2022-Present 
       • ANA Workgroup on Precision Health appointed 2022 to write Precision Health Competencies
        • Membership Assembly (ANA) 2021-Present
        • Committee on Honorary Awards Subcommittee (ANA) 2021-2023
American Nurses Association – New York (ANA-NY)
       • Secretary (ANA-NY) 2023-Present
       • Board of Directors (ANA-NY) 2019-2023 
       • Audit Committee - Board Liaison (ANA-NY) 2019- Present ANIA NY Tri-State Chapter
       • Treasurer mentor (ANIA NY Tri-State Chapter) 2023- 2024
        • Treasurer (ANIA NY Tri-State Chapter) 2020-2023

Please explain any leadership position you have held with the Omicron Delta, Sigma or how you have been involved with the chapter during the last five years:

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society (STTI) National 
       • Leadership Succession Committee (STTI) 2021-2023
Omicron Delta Chapter (STTI)
        • Governance Committee (Omicron Delta Chapter Sigma) 2023-Present 
       • Education Committee (Omicron Delta Chapter Sigma) 2021-Present
Alpha Omega Chapter (STTI) 
       • Governance Committee (Alpha Omega Chapter Sigma) 2023-Present
        • Vice-President (Alpha Omega Chapter Sigma) 2019- 2023
Psi Tau Chapter (STTI) 
       • Delegate (Psi Tau Chapter Sigma) 2021-Present

What contributions do you feel you you can bring to Omicron Delta and our members?

My wealth of experience from many organizations.

Susan Opas

Education:
PhD UCSB Educational Paychology
Post-Masters PNP UCLA
MS Nursing CSULA Pediatric Clinical Specialist
BSN University of Cincinnati

Current Employment:
Retired
Was So California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group

Home:
Woodland Hills, California

Professional/Community Activities (committees, offices held):

Foundation Board Treasurer
Region 2 Coordinator
Past President, current Governance Chair Gamma Tau at Large 
University of Cincinnati College of Nursing Advisory Committee
 ANA\C State treasurer 
School Nurses of California Executive Board Member at Large

Please explain any leadership position you have held with the Omicron Delta, Sigma or how you have been involved with the chapter during the last five years:

As Region 2 Coordinator 2019-2023 I got to know several micron Delta board members. I attended your 2022 research meeting and your 2023 Biennial Board Meeting.

What contributions do you feel you you can bring to Omicron Delta and our members?

I love Sigma and will remain engaged at the Regional and International level to assist in the chapter’s continued growth.

Susan Engle

Education:
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Health Systems Leadership
Masters of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Associate Degree Nursing, RN

Current Employment:
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Unitek Learning

Home:
Fairfield, California

Personal/Community Activities (committees, offices held):
Association California Nurse Leaders Health Policy Committee Member
Sigma Nurse Educator Community Facilitator
Neighborhood Watch Block Captain
Food Bank volunteer

Please explain any leadership position you have held with the Omicron Delta, Sigma or how you have been involved with the chapter during the last five years:
I held the Leadership Succession Committee Chair position. In addition, I assisted in updating the policy and procedure manual for the Chapter. I helped to facilitate the development, distribution to members and writing of the summary of the results of the active member survey. As a member of the education, membership engagement, and service committee, I have brought recommendations to the forefront to be considered, and many have been adopted.

What contributions do you feel you you can bring to Omicron Delta and our members?:
I better understand the Sigma and Omicron Delta Chapter from participating on the Board and the different committees. I will bring my education and training as a leader in practice, academia, and regulation to help build future leaders.