Dr. Cindi Aurentz, DNP, MSN, RN, CNEAs the newly elected President of the Missouri Nurses Association (MONA), I am honored and delighted to extend a warm greeting to you. As we embark on this journey together, I want to express my deep appreciation for the incredible work that each of you contributes to the healthcare landscape of Missouri.
The Missouri Nurses Association is a platform for collaboration, education, and advocacy. Together, we can foster a supportive environment for professional growth, exchange valuable insights, and collectively address the challenges that our profession may encounter. I encourage you to actively engage with our association, participate in events, and contribute your unique perspectives.
Nursing is the nation’s largest healthcare profession and collectively, we make a difference! This is not a perfunctory statement; as you read this, we are watching the issues and concerns important to nurses play out in legislative sessions. The voice of Nurses is respected, valued, and sought after.
Thank you for being an essential part of MONA. I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead and look forward to achieving great milestones together. If you have something you want to share, publish, teach, or talk about, please reach out. I would be delighted to hear from you!
Wishing you a fulfilling and rewarding experience with the Missouri Nurses Association!
Content of this article has been developed in collaboration with the referenced State Nursing Association.
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