Schedule of Events
Friday:
5:00-6:00pm House of Delegates WebEx Meeting
Saturday:
7:30-8:30 am Registration Table Opens
8:30-8:40 am Greetings with Kiara Morelli, OSNA President
8:40-8:50 am Greetings with Delaney Sanders, NSNA Chair of Ethics and Governance Committee
8:50-9:00 am. Greetings with Tamie Cline, Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) President
9:10-9:50 am Keynote Speaker: Dr. Susan Bakewell - Sachs, OHSU University Dean
10:00-5:30 pm Exhibit Hall Opens
10:00-11:30 am Breakout 1: Triage nurse for Mass Casualty (RSVP NO LONGER REQUIRED - Please watch prep-video before attending session. 50 students capacity.)
10:00-11:30 am Breakout 2: Interactive wound care
10:00-11:30 am Breakout 3: Specialty Nursing Panel: Integrative Medicine/ Holistic Nursing, PEDS RN/PEDS NP, ED/PACU/Outpatient Surgery/Nurse managementand, and PEDS psychiatric RN
11:30-12:45 pm Lunch
12:45-2:15 pm Breakout 1: Triage nurse for Mass Casualty (repeat - RSVP NO LONGER REQUIRED - Please watch prep-video before attending session. 50 students capacity.)
12:45-2:15 pm Breakout 2: Breath Work Session (45 minutes)
2:00-2:45 pm Breakout 2: pt.2: Breath Work Session Repeat (45 minutes)
2:15-3:45 pm Breakout 3: Specialty Nursing Panel: Ambulatory Pediatric Specialty- Cystic Fibrosis/Pulmonology/Sleep, ARMY/Wilderness Fellow/ICU/disaster response, Psych/Med surge RN, Pediatric psychiatric RN
3:45-4:45 pm Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, American Nurses Association (ANA) President
4:45-5:05 pm Closings: OSNA Board of Directors and Delaney Sanders
5:30 pm Convention over
5:00-6:00pm House of Delegates WebEx Meeting
Saturday:
7:30-8:30 am Registration Table Opens
8:30-8:40 am Greetings with Kiara Morelli, OSNA President
8:40-8:50 am Greetings with Delaney Sanders, NSNA Chair of Ethics and Governance Committee
8:50-9:00 am. Greetings with Tamie Cline, Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) President
9:10-9:50 am Keynote Speaker: Dr. Susan Bakewell - Sachs, OHSU University Dean
10:00-5:30 pm Exhibit Hall Opens
10:00-11:30 am Breakout 1: Triage nurse for Mass Casualty (RSVP NO LONGER REQUIRED - Please watch prep-video before attending session. 50 students capacity.)
10:00-11:30 am Breakout 2: Interactive wound care
10:00-11:30 am Breakout 3: Specialty Nursing Panel: Integrative Medicine/ Holistic Nursing, PEDS RN/PEDS NP, ED/PACU/Outpatient Surgery/Nurse managementand, and PEDS psychiatric RN
11:30-12:45 pm Lunch
12:45-2:15 pm Breakout 1: Triage nurse for Mass Casualty (repeat - RSVP NO LONGER REQUIRED - Please watch prep-video before attending session. 50 students capacity.)
12:45-2:15 pm Breakout 2: Breath Work Session (45 minutes)
2:00-2:45 pm Breakout 2: pt.2: Breath Work Session Repeat (45 minutes)
2:15-3:45 pm Breakout 3: Specialty Nursing Panel: Ambulatory Pediatric Specialty- Cystic Fibrosis/Pulmonology/Sleep, ARMY/Wilderness Fellow/ICU/disaster response, Psych/Med surge RN, Pediatric psychiatric RN
3:45-4:45 pm Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, American Nurses Association (ANA) President
4:45-5:05 pm Closings: OSNA Board of Directors and Delaney Sanders
5:30 pm Convention over
Announcement: mandatory prep video for breakout session one in the morning and repeat session in the afternoon. Students cannot attend this session without watching the video.
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Featured Convention Speakers
Asma Taha, PhD, CPNP-PC/AC
Professor Asma Taha, a seasoned healthcare professional with 35 years of experience as a pediatric nurse and nurse practitioner, stands as a dedicated academician at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). Her extensive clinical background has provided her with a wealth of insights into pediatric care, shaping her into a distinguished educator. Professor Taha's commitment extends beyond clinical practice, where she has passionately supported and guided students throughout her academic career. Her role as a mentor has been instrumental in fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals, emphasizing excellence in both clinical and academic realms. Professor Taha's enduring impact lies in her dual commitment to advancing patient care through her clinical expertise and nurturing the future healthcare workforce through her dedicated academic contributions at OHSU and beyond.
Professor Asma Taha, a seasoned healthcare professional with 35 years of experience as a pediatric nurse and nurse practitioner, stands as a dedicated academician at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). Her extensive clinical background has provided her with a wealth of insights into pediatric care, shaping her into a distinguished educator. Professor Taha's commitment extends beyond clinical practice, where she has passionately supported and guided students throughout her academic career. Her role as a mentor has been instrumental in fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals, emphasizing excellence in both clinical and academic realms. Professor Taha's enduring impact lies in her dual commitment to advancing patient care through her clinical expertise and nurturing the future healthcare workforce through her dedicated academic contributions at OHSU and beyond.
Emily Elliott, PhD, RN, CEN
Emily Elliott, PhD, RN, CEN is an assistant professor of clinical nursing at Oregon Health and Science University School of Nursing. Dr. Elliott spent 10 years before teaching working both prehospital and as a nurse in level 3 and level 1 emergency departments. Her specific interests are focused on the use of technology and gamification to increase students' clinical reasoning and is constantly seeking ways to make nurse education more engaging. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at OregonHealth and Science University in Ashland Oregon in 2011. She earned a Masters in Nursing Education at Walden University in 2016 and began teaching undergraduate nursing students. Dr. Elliott completed her terminal degree in 2020 with a PhD in Education and a specialized focus in learning, instruction, and innovation. She was awarded “Teacher of the Year” in 2023 for OHSU undergraduate faculty statewide and is often a nominated speaker at graduating nursing student closing ceremonies. She now teaches full-time and specializes in incorporating active learning into classroom settings, blending the dynamic intersection of adult learning theory and gamification into nursing education.
Emily Elliott, PhD, RN, CEN is an assistant professor of clinical nursing at Oregon Health and Science University School of Nursing. Dr. Elliott spent 10 years before teaching working both prehospital and as a nurse in level 3 and level 1 emergency departments. Her specific interests are focused on the use of technology and gamification to increase students' clinical reasoning and is constantly seeking ways to make nurse education more engaging. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at OregonHealth and Science University in Ashland Oregon in 2011. She earned a Masters in Nursing Education at Walden University in 2016 and began teaching undergraduate nursing students. Dr. Elliott completed her terminal degree in 2020 with a PhD in Education and a specialized focus in learning, instruction, and innovation. She was awarded “Teacher of the Year” in 2023 for OHSU undergraduate faculty statewide and is often a nominated speaker at graduating nursing student closing ceremonies. She now teaches full-time and specializes in incorporating active learning into classroom settings, blending the dynamic intersection of adult learning theory and gamification into nursing education.
Cynthia Backer, MAT, MIH, RN
Cynthia Backer, MAT, MIH, RN, passionate integrative wellness specialist, has worked in healthcare and education for over 43 years. She currently works for Portland Community College in Oregon, as Interim Program Dean of Nursing. Cynthia is a published author, speaks nationally and teaches wellness strategies and art to children and adults. Cynthia has served as a leader with the Oregon Holistic Nursing Association, the American Holistic Nurses Association, and the Portland Chapter of the Academy of Integrative Health & Medicine. Her certifications include AHNCC holistic nurse (HN-BC) and National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching coach (NBC-HWC). She is a Reiki Master, art quilter and avid traveler.
Cynthia Backer, MAT, MIH, RN, passionate integrative wellness specialist, has worked in healthcare and education for over 43 years. She currently works for Portland Community College in Oregon, as Interim Program Dean of Nursing. Cynthia is a published author, speaks nationally and teaches wellness strategies and art to children and adults. Cynthia has served as a leader with the Oregon Holistic Nursing Association, the American Holistic Nurses Association, and the Portland Chapter of the Academy of Integrative Health & Medicine. Her certifications include AHNCC holistic nurse (HN-BC) and National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching coach (NBC-HWC). She is a Reiki Master, art quilter and avid traveler.
Christoph Goessler, RN BSN, CEN
I graduated OHSU in 2018 and started working in the Portland VA Emergency Department at that point as a new grad. In 2020 I started as the RN Educator in the Emergency Department, started as the acting Assistant Manager of the Emergency Department and then transferred to Portland VA PACU/ Ambulatory Surgery in 2021, I realized I made a huge mistake and wanted to go back to the Emergency Department. I love the changing and dynamic environment!
Outside of work I love tending to my Native Portland Garden, Fostering dogs, and spending time with my wife and son.
I graduated OHSU in 2018 and started working in the Portland VA Emergency Department at that point as a new grad. In 2020 I started as the RN Educator in the Emergency Department, started as the acting Assistant Manager of the Emergency Department and then transferred to Portland VA PACU/ Ambulatory Surgery in 2021, I realized I made a huge mistake and wanted to go back to the Emergency Department. I love the changing and dynamic environment!
Outside of work I love tending to my Native Portland Garden, Fostering dogs, and spending time with my wife and son.
Sydney Walker, RN BSN
Sydney Walker is an RN working at Doernbecher Children's Hospital, as a Pediatric Pulmonology and Cystic Fibrosis RN Care Coordinator. She has her BSN from OHSU's Accelerated Bachelors program and is a Certified Pediatric Nurse from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. She has been a nurse for 6 years, first in inpatient Pediatrics before transitioning to ambulatory care. Her past experience is in social services with children and families. She enjoys reading and taking her son to Portland's many parks and splash pads.
Sydney Walker is an RN working at Doernbecher Children's Hospital, as a Pediatric Pulmonology and Cystic Fibrosis RN Care Coordinator. She has her BSN from OHSU's Accelerated Bachelors program and is a Certified Pediatric Nurse from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. She has been a nurse for 6 years, first in inpatient Pediatrics before transitioning to ambulatory care. Her past experience is in social services with children and families. She enjoys reading and taking her son to Portland's many parks and splash pads.