Each of the candidates listed below has been selected by the nominating committee to appear on the 2006 ballot. Any member is eligible for these positions and members are allowed to write-in candidates if they choose to do so.

EXECUTIVE BOARD POSITIONS

Candidate: Theresa Parker, LPN
Position : Secretary
As past member of the Board of Directors I served NAPNES to the best of my abilities carrying out any responsibilities given to me. I was very involved with my position as chairman-Bylaws/Resolutions Committee. Most recently I was involved with the Continued Competence Practice Analysis held in Chicago at NCSBN. I also served as judge for the LPN of the year contest held by Advance magazine. I work very hard with any committee I am asked to be on, my strong work ethic of the qualifications of LPN's keeps me constantly working for the acknowledgment of a vital part of the nursing team. As president of NPLLPN I work with our local PN students monthly at our meetings. I have attended several State Board Of Nursing meetings in the past and worked long hours to push for the LPN-verbal order to pass 2 years ago. I currently work as a hospice nurse both in the field and in our in-patient unit. I absolutely love my job and feel blessed to have the opportunity to take care of my patients. I have been a LPN for over twenty years, working with hospice patients for 16 years. I will serve to the best of my abilities for the betterment of LPNs

Candidate: Roy Wilson, LPN
Position : Treasurer
An LPN since 1950, Roy has done it all. His clinical career was largely based in mental health hospitals and from that experience, it was a natural step for Roy to become co-owner of several group homes in Michigan. His business experiences with Medicare reimbursement issues, and the daily grind of managing a business while working there as an LPN, gave him excellent training and education to oversee the finances at NAPNES as Treasurer. He has served 4 terms as NAPNES Treasurer and is an institution of integrity plain speaking on money matters. Mr. Wilson began a tradition at NAPNES convention by which he would (at the appropriate place in the program) rise, go to the microphone, and in the deepest, richest, baritone, sing "Oh, How I Love NAPNES." Once the Board approves a project, Roy makes it his business to raise the funds. Mr. Wilson inspires giving. Whether he is in the work place as an LPN or in business raising money for worthy causes, he is engaged on behalf of NAPNES.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS POSITIONS

Candidate: Lola Crum, LPN
A graduate from the Jefferson City School of Practical Nursing (now Nichols Career Center) in 1967, Jefferson City, Missouri, Lola worked the next four years as a float nurse in the hospital. Ms. Crum’s vast clinical experience includes 19 years in O.R. and Recovery Room, LPN III and charge for the Department of Corrections in Missouri. For the past 5 years and presently, Lola is the Executive Secretary for the Missouri State Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (MoSALPN). A MoSALPN member of 21 years, Lola has served the association in many other capacities such as Treasurer and Coordinator of Continuing Education programs at the local chapter, and on the Board of Directors and various committees at the state level. Serving as the State Convention Coordinator, Co-Chairman of the Convention has been extra activities Lola added to her profile in the past 2 years. In her position of Executive Secretary, Lola is the liaison between MoSALPN and the 42 Missouri programs of Practical Nursing. Visiting 20 schools in the past year, Lola encourages students to become active in local, state, and national associations and to work at all three levels once a licensed practical nurse. Lola is active with other organization such as the Missouri League for Nursing, the Missouri Nursing Coalition, attends meetings of the Missouri Council of Practical Nurse Educators, and also represents MoSALPN by attending State Board of Nursing meetings and taking an active role with legislation in Missouri. Ms. Crum is a current member of NAPNES Board of Directors seeking re-election.

Candidate: Mitzi Dixon, LPN
An LPN since 1976, Mitzi has worked as a floor nurse, Office nurse, a Dental Assistant, and is now back as an Office Nurse. Mitzi states that her membership in NAPNES is the number one highlight of her 28 years as an LPN. She has been involved in the Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse Association, as well as in NAPNES, since her student year. Mitzi is a well-known leader for Arkansas LPNs both at the Arkansas State Legislature and at the Arkansas Board of Nursing. She is a role model for hundreds of students and LPNs in Arkansas and has served in many capacities in the State Association. She has served as NAPNES Secretary, on the Board of Directors and on numerous committees and task forces. Mitzi never misses a chance to talk with students and encourage them to become active in their professional associations at the local, state and national level. Mitzi will quickly tell anyone that she is an LPN by choice and that her rewarding career as an LPN enables her to care for people at the business level as well as personal level. Mitzi reflects on how many people in so many states she has met and developed life long friendship through travel and work on the national level at NAPNES. "Each convention is special and an opportunity to see and have fun with people from all across America and territories. We learn so much at NAPNES-- we use it in our state meetings and in our practice -- and we have so much fun each time we get together and share at NAPNES! What a wonderful way to stay current in my chosen profession. " Ms. Dixon is a current member of NAPNES Board of Directors seeking re-election.

Candidate: John Hayworth, RT
I am a dedicated public member of NAPNES and I value the extraordinary care provided to patients by licensed practical/vocational nurses. I attend your convention each year and support your causes and offer my services and perspectives as a public member of the Board of Directors. I appreciate the fact that NAPNES is a multi-disciplinary membership organization where anyone interested in quality patient care is welcome. I am delighted to be nominated and I will work hard if elected. I ask for your vote.