OXX Pulse Newsletter Vol2

LAYLA QAABIDH PHD, RN, FNP-BC

st year we unapologetically faced our oncerns, and truths. Some of us had to dbye to loved ones while others ed new life into their lives. The year ught us that we have to be more than t We have to be steadfast and patient so many unimaginable events unfold y and locally which impacted our l, educational, and healthcare es Yet, we did not waiver in the care ucation delivered to those entrusted to y ar we learned the importance of selfcare and mental well-being We did not apologize when we needed to take that vacation or mental health day. We understood the importance of checking up on the friends who seem like they have it all together when in reality, they do not The truth is, we don’t have it all together either and that is why we need one another.

MESSAGE

This year was also a time of cheer for the Omicron Chi Chi Chapter! The chapter welcomed nine new members which includes our first frater! We could not be happier to introduce these amazing nurses to our professional nursing organization whose motto we not only follow but have incorporated into our lives The new members have immediately started participating in community service events, educational sessions, and chapter initiatives. They have added a new perspective to the chapter and we look forward to all of their future endeavors in nursing and the sorority.

As we look back on 2022 and look forward into 2023, let us do so with the lens of gratefulness, humility, peace, and love. Every day we are here is another opportunity to make a positive contribution to the world. Let the world see you. Do

Scholarship

The Omicron Chi Chi chapter held its 4th annual scholarship luncheon at the Greentree Country Club in New Rochelle, New York on May 14, 2022.

Through fundraising, hard work, and dedication, the chapter successfully awarded scholarships to four nursing students! The recipients of the scholarships range from an associate degree to bachelor degree levels in nursing.

We were also extremely honored to have the scholarship recipients awarded with certificates of appreciation from the New Rochelle Mayor's Office. It was an elegant afternoon of excellence where we celebrated our future nurses and the nursing profession alongside family and friends.

We look forward to hosting another successful event this year!

The PHIerce IX

RODNEY BLAIR, MSN, RN

Rodney is a nurse with over 20 years clinical experience, specializing in critical care cardiology at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center. He has a masters degree in Nursing Education and is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at Hostos Community

MARJORIE DAVIS, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC

Marjorie has been a nurse for almost 10 years. Marjorie currently practices at New York Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital in Infection Control and also as an adjunct professor at Monroe College. Marjorie is involved in food distribution to the homeless and other community service inititatives

DIANA D'MEZA MSN, APRN, FNP-BC

Diana is a Nurse Practitioner with hopes of starting a non-profit women ’ s health center in Haiti and Nigeria. Diana has a special interest in the disabled community and volunteered in the special Olympics.

SHEVONBA GRAHAM, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, MEDSURG-BC, GERO-BC, PCCN, CNE, RNC-ON, C-EFM

Shevonba has a doctorate in nursing and is currently practicing at New York Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital. She is an adjunct professor at Mercy College and has been a nurse since 2012. Shevonba is eager to give back to the community by helping to combat health disparities.

GILLIAN HINDS MSN, RN, FNP-BC.

Gillian is a board-certified family nurse practitioner, currently working in a primary care setting. She also works as an ICU traveler at various hospitals throughout the tri-state area Gillian has over 10 years of nursing experience and is involved in community service projects at her church and volunteers at local health screenings.

The PHIerce IX

TANICKA LEWIS, MSN, RN, FNP-BC

Tanicka is a nurse practitioner who currently works at New York Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital and as a travel nurse with Flexstaff Tanika participates in

KAREN THOMAS KWEKU, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, CLC

Karen started her career as a registered nurse in Southern California in 1997. Currently, she works as a didactic and clinical instructor in Bronx, NY. Her goal is to continue across the educational spectrum to elevate her skills in research in order to make a greater impact in the field of maternal and child health care.

Omicron Chi Chi Chapter Celebrates

Nurse Practitioner Week th

The Nurse Practitioners of Omicron Chi Chi Chapter

Shauntay Thomas, MSN, RN, FNP-BC

Professional Achievement Award

On November 12, 2022, the Omicron Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Sorority Inc awarded our President, Dr. Layla Qaabidh, The Professional Achievement Award. This award was presented for exemplary dedication to professional development and achievement that she demonstrates in her role as the Dean at Monroe College School of Nursing, Board Member of the Greater NY Chapter of the National Black Nurses Association, and mentor to many future and current nurses.

The Northeast Assistant Regional Director Dr Akia Blandon of Tau Chi Chapter, Inc. also received the Mabel Staupers Award. Dr. Blandon and Dr. Qaabidh both serve as Co-Chairs of the Northeast Region Education Committee.

Sure Footed

WORK

DEDICATION

"WHAT AN HONOR TO BE RECOGNIZED BY YOUR PEERS AND SORORS! I’VE BEEN FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO BE ABLE TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE NURSES. IT’S SO IMPORTANT TO PAY IT FORWARD AND I ENCOURAGE EVERY NURSE TO TRY TO MENTOR A NEW NURSE OR STUDENT TO HELP THEM FIND THEIR WAY IN A PROFESSION THAT MAY NOT ALWAYS LIVE UP TO THEIR PERCEIVED EXPECTATIONS BUT THEIR HARD

AND

WILL PAY OFF AS NURSING IS ONE OF THE MOST NOBLEST PROFESSIONS"

Member Spotlight

certified

Family Nurse Practitioner

specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology. Debranaye received both her bachelors and masters degrees from Dominican College magna cum laude. She is a true testament of our organization's tenet of education and lives our mission to elevate the plane of nursing.

Debranaye was initiated into the Omicron Chi Chi Chapter in Spring 2021 and is affectionately known as PHIrocious.

licensed

in New York. She

Debranaye Rose, MSN, RN, NP-BC

IT'S OKAY TO BE SELFISH!

TAKING TIME TO CARE FOR YOURSELF IS NOT SELFISH, BUT BENEFICIAL TO YOUR HEALTH! HERE ARE SOME SELF-CARE IDEAS....

PRIORITIZE YOUR SLEEP GOOD QUALITY SLEEP HELPS YOU FIGHT OFF COLDS AND DECREASE STRESS

STAY PHYSICALLY ACTIVE. STAYING ACTIVE REDUCES RISKS OF CHRONIC ILLNESSES, MOOD DISORDERS AND INCREASES YOUR ENERGY AND MOOD.

AVOID STRESS-INDUCING FOODS/BEVERAGES SUCH AS CAFFEINE, ALCOHOL, AND REFINED SUGARS. LIMIT YOUR INTAKE AND ENJOY IN MODERATION.

PRACTICE KINDNESS AND GRATITUDE. INCLUDE PRAYER, MEDITATION, JOURNALING, AND DAILY AFFIRMATIONS IN YOUR DAILY ROUTINE

TURN OFF THE TELEVISION! READ A BOOK, LISTEN TO AN AUDIOBOOK OR MUSIC.

GET A MASSAGE. JUST 10 MINUTES OF SHOULDER MASSAGE MAY BE ENOUGH TO INCREASE RELAXATION, DECREASE STRESS, AND IMPROVE HEART RATE VARIABILITY

MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS DO NOT DEFINE WHO YOU ARE. THEY ARE SOMETHING YOU EXPERIENCE. YOU WALK IN THE RAIN AND YOU FEEL THE RAIN, BUT YOU ARE NOT THE RAIN.

-MATT HAIG

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