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Chapter Events

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Continuing Education ... Free CEs...More available in our Omicron Delta CE library and Collaborative CE library.

Psychological Safety and Civility 

November 7, 2024
The Phi Gamma, Omicron Delta, & Nu Xi at-large Chapters, in collaboration with Our Lady of Fatima University, are very excited to welcome…. 
Ivy Latoja Pacis DNP, MHA,CNE, NE-BC,CPHQ, CCRN-CMC; Cohen Scholar; VISN 5 High Reliability Organization Lead; Veterans Affairs Capitol Health Care Network; Linthicum Heights, Maryland

Collaborative Continuing Education Consortium
FREE CNE/CEU/Contact Hour hour: 1.5 
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A Founders Day Conversation on Leadership with Sigma Past Presidents

The Phi Gamma, Omicron Delta, & Nu Xi at-large Chapters, in collaboration with Our Lady of Fatima University, are very excited to welcome…. Carol J. Huston, DPA, MSN, MPA, FAANKaren H. Morin, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAWHONN, FAANCathy Catrambone, PhD, RN, FAANBeth Tigges, PhD, RN, PCPNP-BC, FAAN, Fellow Ad Eundem RCSI...........with Moderator: Richard Ricciardi, PhD, CRNP, FAANP, FAAN, Fellow Ad Eundem RCSI

Collaborative Continuing Education Consortium
FREE CNE/CEU/Contact Hour hour: 1.5 
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Reimagining Nursing Education for the Future

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In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, nursing education stands at a crossroads, balancing historical values with innovative practices to meet future demands. This 1-hour presentation, "Vintage Values to Visionary Goals: Reimagining Nursing Education for the Future," invites nurse educators and leaders to embark on a transformative journey.
We'll explore the deep history of nursing education, highlighting the foundational values that continue to guide our profession. Participants will then delve into the current challenges facing nursing education, identifying the gaps that exist between traditional methods and the needs of today's healthcare environment.
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Presented by:

Bridgett Sellars, PhD, RN, CNE, FACHE, NE-BC
Senior Adjunct Professor, Grand Canyon University
College of Nursing & Health Care Professions 

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FREE CNE/CEU/Contact Hour hour: 1    Access Evaluation 

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Knowledge and Innovation Conference

The Omicron Delta Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and University of Phoenix College of Nursing held their 1st Annual 2024 Knowledge and Innovation Conference.     Courses and Evaluations are on our Conference webpage 

 

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Welcome to the fall and holidays, Omicron Delta Members!

I am thrilled to be here as your new President and I am very much grateful for the warm welcome I have received from the Omicron Delta Board. It is truly a great honor to serve as the next President for Omicron Delta. I want to thank Antoinette Dziedzic for her commitment and leadership to Omicron Delta over these past two years and her prior officer engagements.

While Dean of Nursing at the University of Phoenix, the nurse leader at the Tucson campus, Ela Joy Lehrman, started the journey for UOP to start a Sigma Chapter. With her efforts and those of nursing faculty the Omicron Delta chapter was inaugurated in 1998. I have kept actively engaged in the chapter in various roles including as its Treasurer for multiple years. I am proud now to serve as its President for the next two years.

I now see the chapter continuing on the journey set by Antoinette, the current board and the prior leadership of Omicron Delta. I see a very bright future ahead for Omicron Delta because we are building on the strength and excellence of our prior leadership and commitments made by the leadership. However, it is going to take each of us working as a team doing what we can to make the chapter stronger. This engagement is not just for the officers of Omicron Delta, but for each member of the chapter.

Let us race to a bright future because there are many opportunities that lie ahead. We are all part of the team and one community, focused on the goals of chapter success.

As we embark on a new “biennium” for the chapter, I hope that we can achieve further and new engagement by the active members and reignite the inactive members to enhance the success of the chapter. As given by Sigma’s call to action, let us Represent Sigma and Omicron Delta by engaging and reaching out to all those affiliated with Omicron Delta. I look forward to working with you and the chapter over the next two years. 

With much Love, Courage and Honor...

Antoinette has been critical to our success in the past few years and her contributions have played a major role in the success of the chapter.  Thank you for your leadership and vision. You are the reason for our continued success. It will be tough to follow in your shoes. Yet, you, and our prior leaders, have created the momentum to assure Omicron is successful. Your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more.

Thank you for making Omicron Delta one of the best chapters within Sigma.

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Book Share

Dr. Daniel Gibbs is one of 50 million people worldwide with an Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis. Unlike most patients with Alzheimer’s, however, Dr. Gibbs worked as a neurologist for 25 years, caring for patients with the very disease now affecting him. Also unusual is that Dr Gibbs had begun to suspect he had Alzheimer’s several years before any official diagnosis could be made. Forewarned by genetic testing showing he carried alleles that increased the risk of developing the disease, he noticed symptoms of mild cognitive impairment long before any tests would have alerted him. 

In this highly personal account, Dr Gibbs documents the effect his diagnosis has had on his life and explains his advocacy for improving early recognition of Alzheimer’s. Weaving clinical knowledge from decades caring for dementia patients with his personal experience of the disease, this is an optimistic tale of one man’s journey with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease.

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Passport Program

"Footsteps through 2024" An active/experiential journey that awards you for your engagement, educational pursuits and service. All information shared on our Passport page.

.Begins: January 15

Destination: December 15

... share the journey


.....Find ways to build connections with members for lasting relationships
.....Track your personal footsteps to win prizes and recognition, when you attend CEU seminars, awareness focus chats and participate in volunteer service initiatives.
.....The more footsteps you complete, the more swag you will be awarded!

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Kindness Campaign
The campaign involves giving business card recognition to those who demonstrate gestures of kindness. It is the hope of Omicron Delta that we will make a difference in creating a kinder, gentler, more caring world. If you wish to give out Kindness Campaign cards, click the pdf template links on our Kindness Campaign page.
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A Million Thanks
A Million Thanks provides support and appreciation to our active and veteran military men and women through sending letters and granting betterment of life wishes, as well as providing higher education scholarships to their children. Our Million Thanks webpage will share how to get started. We would love for our Omicron Delta members to make a difference to those that are giving so much.

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Providing homemade hats to children and elderly in need. Information
Providing homemade blankets to children in need. Information
Promotion of access to clean water worldwide. Information

Chapter Meetings

First Monday monthly ... 12:00 - 1:00 PM (Pacific)
Please go our volunteer page for more information and to connect with the Committee Chair.

Fourth Wednesday monthly ... 5:00 - 6:30 PM (Pacific)
Please go our volunteer page for more information and to connect with the Committee Chair.

First Monday bi-monthly ... 5:00 - 6:00 PM (Pacific)
Please go our volunteer page for more information and to connect with the Committee Chair.

If you are not currently a member of our Nursing Honor Society,
we would be honored to have you visit our Sigma membership page  for information. 
There are two ways to become a member ... as a student or as a nurse professional.
Nurse Professionals may apply here.
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What it means to be a member of our Chapter...

Thank you to all our members, our leaders and to the University of Phoenix for 25 amazing years!


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Omicron Delta receives 9th Key Award

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It is with great pride and excitement that I announce that the Omicron Delta Chapter will be an 9-time recipient of the Chapter Key Award at the upcoming Biennial Convention!

The Chapter Key Award, established in 1991, honors Sigma chapters that excel in chapter-related activities such as:

  • Membership recruitment and retention
  • Publicity and programming
  • Professional and leadership development
  • Local, national, and international collaboration

This award is possible because of many dedicated members, striving for excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. I hope this information motivates you to continue to Renew your commitment to Sigma. I know that this recognition Rejuvenates my spirit to continue the amazing work of the chapter.

BE BOLD and proud of your accomplishments!

With Much Love, Courage, and Honor...
Antoinette Dziedzic, PhD., MSN, RN

Omicron Delta President 2022-2024

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