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FONE November 3 & 4 Conference & Tradeshow - Reserve Your Booth Today!

Dear Prospective Vendor/Sponsor:
The Florida Organization of Nurse Executives (FONE) and Sun Coast Organization of Nurse Executives (SCONE) are hosting another exciting Educational Conference & Tradeshow on November 3 & 4, 2011 in Orlando. The focus of the conference is "Bridging the Academic to Practice Gap: Innovative Strategies and Partnerships". Over 1000 Nurse Leaders are invited to attend this conference and participate in the Tradeshow. FONE currently has over 800 members... imagine what a great networking opportunity this is! Remember, these are nursing executives with the ability and resources to plan for the future.

The vendor tradeshow will be held on Thursday – November 3, 2011. Exhibit hours have been expanded to allow more networking opportunities!! There are plenty of sponsorship opportunities for November 2, 3 & 4, 2011: (i.e., Speakers, Meals, Receptions/Dinner and more!) This extremely well-attended conference provides you an opportunity to be recognized by members of the largest organization in Florida for nurse executives. Our conference, featuring nationally and locally recognized speakers, expects an attendance of 200 nurse executives from around the state. We invite you to join us as an exhibitor and/or sponsor of this fabulous event.

Understanding the value and importance of meeting with our vendors, we have extended the exhibit hours. We are also offering another great networking opportunity; vendors/sponsors are invited to have lunch with the FONE conference attendees on November 3rd. Your support as a sponsor and/or exhibitor, for one of the largest organizations for nurses in the State of Florida is welcome. Don't forget, as a vendor/sponsor you will receive an electronic list of conference attendees plus an electronic list of 800+ FONE members.

Please return your registration form today to reserve your Exhibitor space. If you would like further information or have any questions, please feel free to contact me via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or telephone at 407-277-5515.

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Sincerely,
Yvonne M. Doval
Executive Assistant

 

In 2011 the FONE Board of Directors, under the leadership of Jan Mauck, will continue their journey by serving its membership.

In 2011 the FONE Board of Directors, under the leadership of Jan Mauck, will continue their journey by serving its membership.

  • FONE is participating in the Florida Center for Nursing’s grant on use of simulation technology in Florida.
  • FONE is co-sponsoring the Florida Magnet Nursing Research Conference through a sponsorship grant as in past years, and through a sponsorship letter that was sent to all of the hospital CNOs in the state.
  • The Research Committee, chaired by Diane Brady-Schwartz, continues its mission to foster original research and research literacy among FONE members.
  • Educational Conferences - Mark your Calendars!
    • June 9-10, 2011 @ the Sawgrass Marriott in Ponte Vedra (Jacksonville area) will include educational sessions, research poster presentations, tradeshow, Research Grant Award, Nurse Leader of the Year Award & more!
    • November 3-4, 2011 in Sarasota will include educational sessions, research poster presentations, tradeshow, Scholarship Awards, Installation of Officers, Membership Meeting & more!
From left to right: Pat Hyler, Claudia Distrito, Lisa Schlagel, Jan Mauck, Ann McClean, Innette Sarduy, Teri Chenot, Rose Sherman, Denise Harris, Patricia Dittman, Lisa Quintero, Linda Lawson and Kelly Miles
From left to right: Pat Hyler, Claudia Distrito, Lisa Schlagel, Jan Mauck, Ann McClean, Innette Sarduy, Teri Chenot, Rose Sherman, Denise Harris, Patricia Dittman, Lisa Quintero, Linda Lawson and Kelly Miles
 

FONE continues to strive for excellence on its journey as the Voice of Nursing Leadership in Florida

2010 was a year of many achievements for FONE. Through the dedication of a strong Board of Directors, committed membership, and an outstanding Executive Assistant, FONE has made considerable progress on its journey as the Voice of Nursing Leadership in Florida.

  • FONE was honored as the winner of the 2010 American Organization of Nurse Executives Chapter Leadership Award.
  • FONE celebrated its 40th Anniversary at the spring conference: Nursing Leadership: Honoring our Past, Planning for the Future.
  • FONE and its affiliated chapters contributed nearly $7,000 this year in support of FCN in response to its loss of state funding.
    FONE will support the continued funding of FCN from state licensure renewal funds.
  • A new chapter in FONE…The South West Organization of Nurse Executives (SWONE) installed its first officers at its inaugural meeting.
  • FONE created a Position Statement on Educational Preparation for Nurses in Florida.
  • FONE updated its strategic plan for 2011-2013. Under President-Elect Jan Mauck’s leadership, a SWOT analysis was conducted and a Strategies/Objectives document was developed. This “living document” will serve as the working tool to carry out two years of strategic goals for FONE.
  • FONE participated with the QUIN Council (Quality and Unity in Nursing) to continue this group’s work to develop and support unity on issues of importance for Nursing in Florida. QUIN expanded membership to 11 statewide Nursing organizations; created a QUIN website, and continues to explore how member groups can increase involvement in legislative actions.
  • FONE participated with the Florida Society for Healthcare Security, Safety, and Emergency Management Professionals (FSHSSEMP) on two projects 
    • Statewide awareness and prevention program for infant/pediatric abduction
    • Statewide awareness, prevention, and response/recovery program for workplace violence in the hospital environment
  • FONE and Florida International University College of Business Administration co-sponsored “Disney’s Approach to Quality Service for Healthcare Professionals”.
  • FONE conducted its annual day in the legislature in Tallahassee in conjunction with the Florida Hospital Association’s Legislative Days. FONE continues to gain lobbying experience and recognition from Florida legislators.
  • FONE Research Committee members attended the Friends of the National Institute of Nursing Research’s 2010 NightenGala fundraising event.
  • The Scholarship Committee awarded four scholarships in 2010 to: Nada Mikhael-Helou, Dawn Lipka, Heather Miller and Lisa Quintero. Congratulations!
  • The Leadership Committee, chaired by Vicki Marsee, awarded the Florida Nurse Leader of the Year Award to Innette Sarduy, Chief Nurse for Acute Care, at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa.
  • FONE Membership now includes a new category: Emeritus - Emeritus Members shall be any Full Member who is retired from the profession, 65 years of age, and has maintained FONE membership for a period of five consecutive years prior to their application. An Emeritus Member shall be entitled to all rights and privileges of a Full Member with the exception of holding office at the State level. We are proud to announce our first Emeritus Member is Clare Good. FONE appreciates Clare's years of dedication and service.
   

FONE 40th Anniversary Conference

FLORIDA ORGANIZATION OF NURSE EXECUTIVES
And
REGION III: CENTRAL FLORIDA ORGANIZATION OF NURSE EXECUTIVES

PRESENT

NURSING LEADERSHIP: HONORING OUR PAST, PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE
FONE 40TH ANNIVERSARY EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE & TRADESHOW

June 17 & 18, 2010
Renaissance Orlando at Sea World
Orlando, FL

FONE: THE 2010 RECIPIENT OF THE AONE CHAPTER LEADERSHIP AWARD!!

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Nursing Leadership Conference

The Florida Organization of Nurse Executives and the

Nursing Shortage Consortium of South Florida

Present a Nursing Leadership Conference

March 20, 2009

8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Hardrock Hotel & Casino

Hollywood, FL

 

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Registration Fee is: $100.00 (checks payable to NCSF)

 

Please RSVP by Friday March 13, 2009 at

http://www.nursingshortage.org

 

(Due to limited seating registration deadline will be strictly enforced)

 

You may pay online through the website

or mail payment to:

Nursing Consortium of South Florida

5751 SW 58th Court,

Miami, FL 33143

 

See attached for more information including sponsorship opportunities.  Feel free to share this information with all your colleagues and everyone you know will benefit from attending this excellent conference!!

   

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The Florida Organization of Nurse Executives exists for nurse leaders who provide vision for the advancement of professional nursing practice and patient care. FONE promotes excellence in leadership to shape the future of health care delivery, education and health policy in Florida.

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Contact Information Tel: (407) 277-5515
Fax: (407) 277-5215
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Mailing Address PO Box 533992
Orlando, FL 32853

United States of America
Staff Details Executive Assistant:
Yvonne Doval

President:
Jan Mauck