Spread the love CNO Board of Directors’ Meeting Georgetown Guyana, April 25-27th, 2023 During its Board Meeting in Guyana April 2023, Board members met with government officials to garner support for the hosting of its 33rd Biennial Meeting and Conference in Guyana. CNO Board of Directors and Executives of the Guyana Nurses Association (GNA) pays courtesy visit to the Minister of Health, The Hon. Frank Anthony during its Board Meeting held in Guyana April 25th-27th, 2023. Issues relative to nursing and health services were discussed and the honorable minister pledged his ministry’s support for Guyana’s hosting of the 2024 CNO Biennial meeting and conference. The Hon. Oneidge Walrond, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce hosts CNO Board of Directors and Executives of the Guyana Nurses Association during the CNO Board’s visit to Guyana in April 2023. The Honorable Minister pledged her ministry’s support for Guyana’s hosting of the 2024 CNO Biennial meeting and conference. REGIONAL NURSING BODY MEETING July 18th-20th , 2023, Guyana Nurse Executives from around the Caribbean Region gathered at the CARICOM Headquarters in Guyana July 18th-20th, 2023 to participate in the 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Regional Nursing Body (RNB). Participants included government chief nursing officers (GCNOs), nursing council representatives, and representatives from centers of academia and regional professional nursing bodies. High on the agenda were development of regional standards for Nursing and Midwifery Education and Practice and the standardization of education and training for midwives in the region. During the meeting, Ms. Nester Edwards, Chief Nursing Officer, Grenada was elected as the new Chair of the RNB. This year’s RNB meeting coincides with the 50th Anniversary celebration of CARICOM. CNO President (Dr. Paulette Cash) and Immediate Past President (Mrs. Elnora Warner) attend the 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Regional Nursing Body (RNB) in Guyana July 18th-20th, 2023. Ms. Nester Edwards (Chief Nursing Officer Grenada), Newly Elected Chair of the Regional Nursing Body (RNB) and Immediate Past Chair, Ms. Margaret Smith (Chief Nursing Officer Antigua & Barbuda). Dr. Paulette Cash, President of CNO joins former Presidents of CNO (Mrs. Elnora Warner and Mrs. Maureen Giddings-Estwick) at the Regional Nursing Body Meeting at CARICOM Headquarters during its 50th Anniversary celebrations. Nurse Leaders from CNO Region 2 connect at the Regional Nursing Body (RNB) Meeting in Guyana, July 2023. Nurse Executives from the Regional Professional Nursing Bodies, namely Caribbean Nurses Organization (Dr. Paulette Cash) and the Caribbean Regional Midwifery Association (Dr. Shirley Curtis) join nurse leaders at the 50th Annual General Meeting of the Regional Nursing Body (RNB) – RNB observers’ status. NURSES FROM THE CARIBBEAN PARTICPATED IN THE ICN COUNCIL OF REPRESENTATIVES (CNR) MEETING AND CONGRESS Montreal Canada, June 29th-July 5th, 2023 It was such a great representation of Caribbean nurses at the ICN CNR and Congress held in Montreal Canada. There were opportunities to feature our region via presentations and participation in forums, and events that allowed for socialization and engagement in building of strategic networks. There were many lessons learnt, affiliations strengthened, new doors to be opened, initiatives to ponder and opportunities for growth and sharing. Mrs. Janice Mullings-George from Bermuda (center) served on paneladdressing investment in nursing in the Americas Region. Her contribution focused on the migration of nurses from the region. St. Lucia Nurses’ Association President, Mrs. Sherline Duncan shares with ICN Congress how her national nurses’ association (SLNA) served as a strong advocate for nursing and health services in her country during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Board of Directors of the Caribbean Nurses Organization extends hearty congratulations to Saint Lucia Nurses Association on achieving the Inclusiveness Award at the ICN Council of National Nurses Representatives (CNR) Meeting, Montreal Canada, 2023. The CNO Board of Directors commends the Nurses Association of Jamaica for its hosting of a forum on Migration at the ICN Congress in Montreal Canada. The migration of nurses from the Caribbean Region is a significant issue requiring local, regional and global address. Ms. Cornel Johnson (Bahamas) makes presentation on psycho-social impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on rural nurses at ICN Congress, 2023. Ms. Heather McGrath (Left), a nurse practitioner from Jamaica makes a strong presentation on challenges facing nurse practitioners in the Caribbean Region at the ICN Congress, 2023. Nurse leaders from around the Caribbean meet at ICN Congress, Montreal Canada 2023. CNO President connects with NNA representatives from Barbados NNA at ICN Congress, 2023. Barbados Nurses Association President Dr. Parris and CNO President Dr. Cash connect at ICN Congress, 2023. Nurses from the Bahamas in attendance at the ICN Congress, Montreal Canada 2023 supported by the Managing Director of the Public Hospitals Authority, Dr. Aubynette Rolle. Nurses from Bahamas, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago connect at the ICN Congress, Montreal Canada. Nurses from the Caribbean enjoy a photo moment with ICN Congress participants from different countries. Leave a comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. CNO GALLERY Spread the loveSpread the love LEARN MORE Untitled Spread the loveSpread the love LEARN MORE CNO Biennial Meeting and Conference Highlights: Jamaica 2022 Spread the loveSpread the love LEARN MORE CNO MENTORSHIP AND COACHING PROGRAM Spread the loveSpread the loveThe Objectives for this session are as follows: LEARN MORE NURSING STUDENT & EARLY CAREER NURSES NETWORK Spread the loveSpread the loveSAVE THE DATE LEARN MORE NURSES’ MONTH HIGHLIGHTS Spread the loveSpread the loveHIGHLIGHTS OF NURSES’ MONTH (MAY 2023) AND OTHER MEMBER NNAs’ CELEBRATIONS Region 2 Nurses’ Cultural Event. Participating countries included Antigua, Anguilla, Jamaica, St Vincent, St Kitts, Grenada, The Philippines, and Dominica. Antigua & Barbuda Nurses attend Nurses’ Week Church Service??. Bermuda nurses promote Nursing, CNO and their NNA on the air waves during… Continue reading NURSES’ MONTH HIGHLIGHTS LEARN MORE CNO MENTORSHIP & COACHING PROGRAM Spread the loveSpread the loveAccording to recent research, coaching and mentoring programs if carefully designed and flexibly implemented, represents an exciting avenue for enhancing the role of nurses and midwives in people-centered health system strengthening ( J hoover, A. Koon, E. Rosser & K Rao 2020). The Caribbean Nurses Organization (CNO) is pleased to announce the official launch of… Continue reading CNO MENTORSHIP & COACHING PROGRAM LEARN MORE WCEA PARTNERSHIP Spread the loveSpread the loveIn keeping with its strategic priority to expand continuing education opportunities for nurses in the Caribbean and diaspora, the Caribbean Nurses Organization is partnering with the World Continuing Education Alliance (WCEA) to provide FREE online courses for nurses. WCEA network focuses on assisting low and middle -income countries to build capacity in… Continue reading WCEA PARTNERSHIP LEARN MORE NOT DOCUMENTED, NOT DONE! Spread the loveSpread the love LEARN MORE CLIMATE CHANGE Spread the loveSpread the loveAccording to World Health (WHO 2022) “Climate change is a health emergency and an existential threat to us, with more than 13 million deaths around the world each year due to avoidable environmental causes”. Notably, Climate change has become a “hot” topic in the Caribbean Region and globally. Governments, interest groups and private citizens are making… Continue reading CLIMATE CHANGE LEARN MORE NURSING STUDENT FORUM Spread the loveSpread the loveSAVE THE DATE NOV 16th 2023 LEARN MORE RESEARCH AND REVIEW SHARED LINKS Spread the loveSpread the loveA FOCUS ON ORAL HEALTH CNO is partnering with the C3 for Health Network in the global Campaign for oral health. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Oral Health Status Report (2022) it is estimated that oral diseases affect close to 3.5 billion people worldwide, with 3 out of 4 people living… Continue reading RESEARCH AND REVIEW SHARED LINKS LEARN MORE Webinar on Institution Continuing Education (ICE) Online Platform Spread the loveSpread the loveSeptember 15, 2023, Friday6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, ESTZoom PlatformNOTE : FOR OFFICERS OF NNAs only Please click the link to register online: https://ceonpoint.com/pages/training_details/108 Zoom Link ( Note: the meeting ID and Passcode is sent to your email upon registration) https://us05web.zoom.us/j/85983687640?pwd=oTNydxCGVsg2OoOxbMoSU9TUw0a7RN.1 LEARN MORE CNO BOARD MEETINGS AND REPRESENTATION Spread the loveSpread the loveCNO Board of Directors’ Meeting Georgetown Guyana, April 25-27th, 2023 During its Board Meeting in Guyana April 2023, Board members met with government officials to garner support for the hosting of its 33rd Biennial Meeting and Conference in Guyana. CNO Board of Directors and Executives of the Guyana Nurses Association (GNA) pays courtesy… Continue reading CNO BOARD MEETINGS AND REPRESENTATION LEARN MORE Enhancing Your Value Via Quality Management Spread the loveSpread the loveIn Observance of Nurses Month 2023 LEARN MORE Nurses in St Lucia mourn the death of fallen colleague, victim of a shooting incident Spread the loveSpread the loveNurses in St. Lucia pay respect and tribute to their fallen nursing colleague, Keziah Wilson, RN who was murdered on November 22nd, 2022. LEARN MORE Nurses create history at the Cave Hill Spread the loveSpread the loveNurses complete Postgraduate Paediatric Diploma and MSN Program at UWI, Cave Hill Campus, Barbados LEARN MORE CNO 32nd Biennial Meeting and Conference Spread the loveSpread the love The Biennial Meeting and Conference is a hallmark event of the CNO. It allows for conduct of the CNO Business, provides educational fora, networking and serves as a revenue generator for the organization. The 32nd Biennial Meeting and Conference was held in Ocho Rios, Jamaica October 8th-15th, 2022. The Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ)… Continue reading CNO 32nd Biennial Meeting and Conference LEARN MORE The CNO President's Message Paulette Cash, Ph.D., APRN Greetings, Member National Nurses Associations (NNAs) and Fellow Nursing Colleagues Across the Caribbean and diaspora, It is indeed a pleasure to greet you as the new President of the Caribbean Nurses’ Organization (CNO) for the period 2022 – 2024. The Caribbean Nurses Organization stands as the oldest professional nursing body in the Region and serves as the premier voice for Nursing in the Caribbean. CNO seeks to influence health and nursing policy regionally, to empower its national nurses’ associations (NNAs) in the Region to work on behalf of nurses, nursing and the peoples of the Caribbean. Our aim is to unite nurses in the Caribbean and diaspora. As we continue to celebrate our 65th Anniversary, we reflect on our rich legacy and salute our founding members and highly esteemed past executives on whose foundation, we continue to build. The Caribbean Nurses Organization joins local citizens, regional and global partners in applauding the valiant efforts of nurses during the COVID 19 pandemic. More than ever, 2020 brought into focus just how important nurses are across the Region and across the world. The CNO Board of Directors thank you for going over and beyond always to meet the needs of the populations that we serve and for the contributions that you make to health systems strengthening in our region and beyond. Your service, sacrifice and selflessness, coupled with your compassion and technical skills, do make a difference. As we move forward in this new term of office, the CNO Board of Directors remains committed to strengthening its strategic partnerships and affiliations for strengthening of nursing and health systems in the Region. Cognizant of emerging health issues, persisting health and social challenges at local, regional and global level, our strategic priorities will focus on the following i) increasing nursing’s contribution to achievement of universal health coverage (UHC) and the sustainable development goals (SDGs) (ii) increasing support for our membership iii) building a sustainable financial model for the organization, and (iv) advocacy for health and human services. As Nursing is a dynamic field that evolves over time, CNO remains committed to encouraging evidence-based practice (EBP), innovative ideas and creative advances that seek to improve outcomes for patients and populations and advance the profession. Additionally, CNO encourages inter-professional education for nursing and midwifery students, use of technology, continuous professional development, improved accreditation standards and capacity-building. Further, CNO supports review of nursing workforce and working conditions in the Region to inform policy & practice. As we go forward as ambassadors of our noble profession, it is hoped that our individual and collective efforts and investments as members of our regional professional nursing body will continue to yield dividends that propel the organization forward. Remember, our organization is only as strong as we make it to be. We look forward to your continued support and engagement, as we seek to build a legacy that will illuminate the landscape of healthcare in our region and inspire future generations to enter our profession. May God bless you and your families, as we continue to serve the peoples of the Region in our various domains. Paulette Cash, PhD, APRN President READ MORE CNO History Untitled LEARN MORE CNO Biennial Meeting and Conference Highlights: Jamaica 2022 https://caribbeannursesorg.com/cno-biennial-meeting-and-conference/ LEARN MORE CNO MENTORSHIP AND COACHING PROGRAM The Objectives for this session are as follows: To identify difficult situations To provide strategies on how to navigate difficult situations. To identify mechanisms for self-empowerment during difficult situations LEARN MORE NURSES’ MONTH HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS OF NURSES' MONTH (MAY 2023) AND OTHER MEMBER NNAs' CELEBRATIONS Region 2 Nurses' Cultural Event. Participating countries included Antigua, Anguilla, Jamaica, St Vincent, St Kitts, Grenada, The Philippines, and Dominica. Antigua & Barbuda Nurses attend Nurses' Week Church Service??. Bermuda nurses promote Nursing, CNO... LEARN MORE RESEARCH AND REVIEW SHARED LINKS A FOCUS ON ORAL HEALTH CNO is partnering with the C3 for Health Network in the global Campaign for oral health. 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LEARN MORE Enhancing Your Value Via Quality Management In Observance of Nurses Month 2023 PRESENTATION-Enhancing-YOUR-Value-via-Quality-Management-May-15-2023-1Download LEARN MORE Nurses in St Lucia mourn the death of fallen colleague, victim of a shooting incident Nurses in St. Lucia pay respect and tribute to their fallen nursing colleague, Keziah Wilson, RN who was murdered on November 22nd, 2022. LEARN MORE Nurses create history at the Cave Hill Nurses complete Postgraduate Paediatric Diploma and MSN Program at UWI, Cave Hill Campus, Barbados Nurses-Create-History-at-UWI-Cave-Hill-BarbadosDownload LEARN MORE CNO 32nd Biennial Meeting and Conference The Biennial Meeting and Conference is a hallmark event of the CNO. It allows for conduct of the CNO Business, provides educational fora, networking and serves as a revenue generator for the organization. The 32nd Biennial Meeting and Conference was held in Ocho Rios, Jamaica October... LEARN MORE NURSING STUDENT & EARLY CAREER NURSES NETWORK SAVE THE DATE LEARN MORE NURSING STUDENT FORUM SAVE THE DATE NOV 16th 2023 SAVE THE DATE LEARN MORE COLLABORATIVE ACTION We Aim to Build Strategic Partnerships for Success. FISCAL SUSTAINABILITY Fiscal sustainability of the organization is a key priority. CNO AWARDS PROGRAM CNO recognizes the contributions of nurses and individuals to nursing practice, community service and to the organization. ORANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CNO is committed to the development and advancement of its member national nurses associations (NNAs). RESEARCH AND INNOVATION CNO Supports Research, Innovation and use of Evidence in Practice. CONTINUING NURSING EDUCATION CNO is committed to the empowerment of nurses and promotion of evidence-based practice. Treasurer Mrs. Michelle Hales Thompson – Jamaica Region 3 Director Mrs. Alicia Baptiste – St. Lucia Region 1 Director Ms. Rebecca Johnson – Bahamas Asst. Treasurer Mrs. Valerie Francis Miller – Barbados Chair of Nominating Committee Ms. Candice Thompson – Jamaica Secretary Mrs. Kahon Duhaney Gordon- Jamaica President Dr. Paulette Cash – Bahamas Immediate Past President Mrs. Elnora Warner – Antigua & Barbuda Vice President Mrs. DawnMarie Richards – Jamaica Region 2 Director Ms. Carol Bart Elliott – Anguilla Asst. Secretary Mrs. Janice Mullings George – Bermuda Region 4 Director Mrs. Avion Drayton Bailey – Trinidad & Tobago Buy Now Buy Now Buy Now
