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Leveraging an Attitude of Grattitude: Innovative Strategies in Improving Health and Wellness, Enhancing Workforce Engagement, and Participation in Professional Organizations [Symposium]

Abstract

Session presented on Monday, November 9, 2015: As nurses transition through their professional careers, with many specializing within their practice, involvement with a nursing association is an important aspect of their professional development. In an age when there is competition for one's time, talent and money, how are professional nursing organizations to survive? Fostering an attitude of gratitude philosophy can impact the level of member engagement. Remaining true to the organization's mission while ensuring relevance and creating value are key elements needed to build sustainable capacity for success. Effective approaches need to be implemented in order to create momentum, engage volunteer leaders, and build organizational sustainability. This presentation will share strategies that have led one specialty nursing organization to experience years of success.

Description

43rd Biennial Convention 2015 Theme: Serve Locally, Transform Regionally, Lead Globally.`

Authors

Mary Alexander

Author Details

Mary Alexander, RN, CRNI, CAE, FAAN

Sigma Membership

Pi Epsilon at-Large

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Success, Value, Gratitude

Conference Name

43rd Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Conference Year

2015

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An Attitude of Gratitude: A Secret for Success

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Session presented on Monday, November 9, 2015: As nurses transition through their professional careers, with many specializing within their practice, involvement with a nursing association is an important aspect of their professional development. In an age when there is competition for one's time, talent and money, how are professional nursing organizations to survive? Fostering an attitude of gratitude philosophy can impact the level of member engagement. Remaining true to the organization's mission while ensuring relevance and creating value are key elements needed to build sustainable capacity for success. Effective approaches need to be implemented in order to create momentum, engage volunteer leaders, and build organizational sustainability. This presentation will share strategies that have led one specialty nursing organization to experience years of success.