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Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO), 2021 NBNA Trailblazer Awardee
There aren’t a lot of politicians like Rep. Cori Bush serving in Congress. Her life hasn’t been easy, to say the least. From poverty and homelessness, she’s overcome a wide range of experiences that put her to the test in more ways than one. After taking office in January 2021, she has consistently fought for her constituents, as well as low-income individuals and people of color all over the country. She’s one of several women receiving the 2021 Trailblazer Award from the National Black Nurses Association at this year’s 49th Annual Conference, which will take place from August 4th to […]
Eddie Bernice Johnson, 2021 NBNA Lifetime Achievement Awardee
Born and raised in Waco, Texas, Eddie Bernice Johnson graduated high school at the age of 16 and earned her nursing certificate in 1955 from St. Mary’s College of Notre Dame. She went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Texas Christian University, followed by a Master of Public Administration degree from Southern Methodist University in 1976. She began her career as the first female African American Chief Psychiatric Nurse at the Dallas Veterans Administration Hospital, holding that position for 16 years. In 1972, Congresswoman Johnson became the first nurse ever to be elected to the State House […]
Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-IL), 2021 NBNA Trailblazer Awardee
Rep. Lauren Underwood made history as the youngest black woman to serve in Congress when she was elected to represent Illinois’ 14th District in the U.S. House of Representatives. She’s also one of only a handful of politicians with a background in healthcare. Underwood has spent her time in Washington fighting to make sure everyone in this country has access to affordable, quality healthcare, regardless of their background or economic status. Underwood was born in Mayfield Heights, OH in 1986. Her family moved to Naperville, IL when she was three. She was diagnosed with a rare heart condition at a […]
Celebrating 50 Years of the NBNA at the 49th Annual Virtual Conference
One of the biggest and most prestigious healthcare events in the country is taking place online right now! The National Black Nurses Association is hosting its 49th Annual Conference to celebrate the 50th anniversary of this legendary organization. Thousands of black nurses and industry professionals are meeting virtually this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. It’s a historic moment for black healthcare professionals and their colleagues, giving them a chance to talk about the issues that matter the most to their communities at this pivotal point in history. The event gives everyone a chance to reflect on how the […]
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Black Nurses Association
For the last 50 years, the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) has been advocating for the rights of black nurses and healthcare providers all over the country. Born out of the Civil Rights Era and the fight for equality, the NBNA brought providers together as they advocated for their place in the healthcare community. Advancing the rights and opportunities for black nurses was also important for advancing the well-being of the black community as a whole by making sure people of color had access to essential healthcare services. At Scrubs Mag, we’re honored to be a partner with the NBNA. […]
Speakers for the 48th Annual NBNA Virtual Conference
It’s time for this year’s annual National Black Nurses Association, Inc. Conference, which will be held online from September 24th through the 26th. You can register online at the official NBNA website. 2020 has been a truly exceptional year for healthcare providers all over the country and the NBNA is committed to tackling the biggest issues head-on. A Year Unlike Any Other Nurses continue to rise to the occasion during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the last few months have been exhausting and challenging in more ways than one. From the trauma of caring for coronavirus patients to new discussions of diversity […]
Dr. Lindsey Harris Becomes the First Black President of the Alabama Nurses Association
The Alabama State Nurses Association made history today after electing Dr. Lindsey Harris as the first black woman to ever head the organization. The group has been representing nurses and healthcare workers across the state for over 100 years. Like many state-run nursing organizations in the U.S., the Alabama State Nurses Association (ASNA) works to bring nurses together, increase access to quality, affordable healthcare, and promote diversity throughout the industry. Dr. Lindsey Harris will help move the organization closer to these goals. Find out why her victory is so monumental to the state. The History of the ASNA Since its […]
What to Look for at This Year’s NBNA Virtual Conference
The 48th Annual Institute and Conference of the Nation Black Nurses Association, Inc. is right around the corner, and there are only five more days to sign up. It runs from September 24th through the 26th. This year’s event will be virtual due to the coronavirus, and there are guest speakers, live entertainment, exhibitions, seminars, CE opportunities, and more scheduled. The theme for this year’s conference is nursing resilience, and disrupting the healthcare system will be highlighted. The group also wants to promote nursing across a range of departments and disciplines, including practice, research, education, policy, and entrepreneurship, to make what […]
48th Annual Institute and Conference of the National Black Nurses Association to Go Virtual This Year
The National Black Nurses Association, Inc. (NBNA) has proudly announced that its 48th annual conference will be virtual this year, spanning three days packed with everything from continuing education sessions to A&A forums to live entertainment. Slated for September 24-26, the NBNA Conference will offer up to 12 CEs, a career fair, exhibitors showcasing health systems and schools of nursing, virtual networking opportunities, scholarship and nursing awards, and more. In addition, 48 expert speakers from the health care field are scheduled during the event. You can view the three-day agenda Conference-at-a-Glance here. Celebrating the Resilience of Nurses The Virtual 2020 NBNA […]
