Ethics and Governance
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Committee

(Formerly named the Bylaws & Policies Committee)

"Integrity in Nursing"

Nicholas Fullmer
Director
Indiana University East Richmond, IN
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What is the Role of the Ethics and Governance Committee?

The committee is responsible for implementing resolutions passed by the HOD related to ethics and governance; engaging members in the Code of Ethics; assisting chapters to submit amendments to the Code of Ethics; guiding chapters with bylaws, policies and procedures; reviewing NSNA’s policies bylaws and procedures when related issues arise.

Nicholas Fullmer, Chair,
​Ethics and Governance Committee Summer Memo

NSNA’s Summer Leadership U Conference takes place virtually on Thursday & Friday July 30-31, 2020. I will be presenting, so please don’t miss it! Click here for more info.   

Hello, fellow NSNA members!  

As the chair of the Ethics and Governance Committee, I would like to introduce our theme for the 2020-2021 year: "Integrity in Nursing." An effective and ethical healthcare enterprise, clinical or administrative, must operate on a foundation of integrity. Part of that integrity is through governance, which is why the two are hand-in-hand. Any state or chapter seeking assistance with governing documents, anything related to Ethics and Governance, or anything at all, don't hesitate to reach out. 
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Due to the current unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, NSNA did not hold an annual convention, which means the House of Delegates did not meet and no new resolutions were introduced. As a result, the Board of Directors has decided to focus on previously adopted resolutions to refocus the lens of our large constituency on items we selected due to their importance and timeliness. This committee will be focusing on the following resolutions:  
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2019 Resolution: In Support of Instituting Mental Health Checks in K-12 Public Schools 
2017 Resolution: In Support of Increasing Nursing Student Education Regarding the Health Care Needs of LGBTQIA Populations  
2014 Resolution: Increased Awareness of Shift Length Regulation for Nurses Working Shifts Over Twelve Hours  

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"Integrity in Nursing" Nicholas Fullmer speaks on the NSNA Ethics and Governance Committee

Nicholas Fullmer, NSNA 2020-2021 Director and Chair, Ethics and Governance, speaks about the Ethics and Governance Committee during the 2020 Summer Leadership U Conference.

NSNA Ethics and Governance

​References & Resources

             - Core Values         
             - Code of Professional Conduct
             - Code of Academic and Clinical Conduct (with interpretive statements)
             - Nursing Student Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
             - Guide to Grievance Process

References
  • Carver, J. (2006). Boards that Make a Difference. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass Publishers.
  • Jacobs, J. (2007). Association Law Handbook: A practical Guide for associations, Societies, and Charities. Washington, DC: The Bureau of National Affairs, p.27.
  • Policies and Procedures in Association Management. (2001). Washington, DC: American Society of Association Executives.
  • Principles of Association Management. (2001). Washington, DC: American Society of Association Executives and the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, p.47.
  • Robert, H. (2011). Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (11th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Da Capo Press.

Resources

American Society of Association Executives and the Center for Association Leadership
http://www.asaecenter.org/
Publishes Association Leadership, an annual periodical is a practical management tool for volunteer leaders.  Articles focus on the roles of association executives, board, and committee members, and can be used as a training tool for board members.  Designed to help all work more productively as a team, the magazine presents important topics to the volunteer.