President Mattie Marshall, LPN - Alabama. Following election at the 2007 National Convention, Ms. Marshall begins her second term as president of NAPNES. Ms. Marshall is a past president of the Licensed Practical Nurses Association of Alabama (LPNAA) and is a Life Member of both LPNAA and NAPNES. Ms. Marshall’s professional experience includes 38 years on staff at the University of Alabama Medical Center, she was appointed to two terms (eight years) by two different governors to the Alabama Board of Nursing. Ms. Marshall is a 1964 graduate of Western-Olin Vocational School of Nursing in Birmingham, Alabama. Ms. Marshall has earned many awards, some of which are: "Outstanding Awards in Nursing for Christian Women”, Zeta Phi, Lambda; "Personalities of the Autobiography Institution”, Raleigh, NC; "Certificate of Recognition for Excellence in Oncology”, Lederle Laboratories; "Certificate of Recognition” for 25 Years of service to University of Alabama-Birmingham; and the "Community Health Award" from Lawson State College just to name a few. Ms. Marshall is an experienced leader in nursing and in NAPNES. Ms. Marshall has held numerous board and committee positions at NAPNES over many years.
Vice-President
Ann Bauer, LPN
Vice-President Ann Bauer, LPN - Ohio. Ms. Bower was re-elected at the 2007 National Convention and begins here second consecutive term as NAPNES vice-president. Ann has served NAPNES in this capacity before and is well aware of the responsibilities of the position. She is Registered Parliamentarian (RP) and brings those skills and experiences to the position as well. “It is important to have a solid back up for the office of president and I understand that role. While it is my desire to serve NAPNES as the vice-president, I also know that I must be prepared to assist and even step in for the President if called upon to do so. This office is challenging and exciting and I am honored to serve NAPNES in this capacity. “ Ann has served on a variety of committees during her years with NAPNES and this past year, in addition to her responsibilities as the vice-president, she also served on the bylaws committee. Ann is the current vice-president and seeks re-election to the position.
Secretary
Theresa Parker, LPN
Secretary Theresa Parker, LPN - Pennsylvania. Ms. Parker was a former member of NAPNES Board of Directors and has served NAPNES well. Ms. Parker also has previous committee experience in NAPNES as chairperson of the Bylaws/Resolutions Committee. She also has recent experience Continued Competence Practice Analysis with NCSBN. Ms. Parker has worked tirelessly for the acknowledgment of the LP/VNs vital role as a member the professional nursing team. As president of NPLLPN she worked with local PN students to advance their participation in their professional association. She currently work as a hospice nurse both in the field and in our in-patient unit. Ms. Parker has 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.
Treasurer
Roy Wilson, LPN
Treasurer Roy Wilson, LPN - Michigan. An LPN since 1950, Mr. Wilson 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 is now serving in his fifth term as treasurer. 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 Member
Vera Love-Lee, LPN
Vera Love-Lee, LPN - Georgia. Ms. Love-Lee began her career in the medical field in 1960 as a nursing assistant at McDuffie County Hospital in Thompson, GA. In 1972 she came to Augusta, GA. Ms. Love-Lee has taken all of the core classes to become an RN but decided that she preferred the work of being an LPN. She states simply, '”LPN is the back-bone of nursing. You do hands on patient care and build a bond with patients. There are so many avenues you can take as an LPN. My advice to the younger LPNs is to give it your best shot. If you choose this level of nursing, as I did, be all you can be and it will pay. Vera was recently named "Nurse of the Year" by the Georgia Licensed Practical Nurses Association, Inc. and was named to the “Cambridge Who’s Who Among Executive and Professional Women in Nursing and Healthcare” for 2007-2008. This honor is limited to women who have demonstrated leadership and achievement in their profession. Ms. Love-Lee is a life member of NAPNES.
BOARD MEMBERS
Board Member
Lola Crum, LPN
Lola Crum, LPN - Missouri. A graduate from the Jefferson City School of Practical Nursing (now Nichols Career Center) in 1967, Jefferson City, MO. 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. She has spent the last six years as the Executive Secretary for the Missouri State Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (MoSALPN). In her position of Executive Secretary, Lola is the liaison between MoSALPN and the 42 Missouri programs of Practical Nursing. 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 chaired the 2007 National Convention Committee.
Board Member
Mitzi Dixon, LPN
Mitzi Dixon, LPN - Arkansas. 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 (ALPNA), as well as in NAPNES, since her student year. Mitzi is a well-known leader for AR LPNs both at the State Legislature and at the Board of Nursing. She is a role model for hundreds of students and LPNs in AR and has served in many capacities in ALPNA. 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. 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.
Board Member
John Hayworth, RT
John Hayworth, RT - Illinois. Mr. Hayworth is a respiratory therapist and a hyperbaric wound care technician. He has been a dedicated public member of NAPNES for many years. John has always valued the extraordinary care provided to patients by licensed practical / vocational nurses. He has attended NAPNES National Conventions for years and supports our causes. John has also offered his services and perspectives as a public member of the Board of Directors in the past. “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 part of NAPNES Board of Directors” and he pledges to work hard to promote the values, ideals, mission, and strategic plan for NAPNES.
Executive Director Emeritus
John Word, AS, LPN
John Word, AS, LPN - Washington D.C. We’d be hard pressed to write something about Mr. Word our long-term members don’t already know. Mr. Word has served NAPNES in virtually every capacity possible over the years. He is a former Secretary, Vice-President and President of the Association. He is also a past Executive Director and at his retirement, the membership honored him with the title Executive Director Emeritus and a permanent seat on NAPNES Board of Directors. He is a life-member of NAPNES and an ardent supporter of LP/VN education and practice. He earned his Associates Degree in Business Technology in 1974 and has been a part-time Real Estate Agent / Broker since 1979. His wife is a former LPN and now a RN in the District of Columbia. Mr. Word has decades of experience in NAPNES management and is an invaluable resource.
Board Member
P'Nina Sagraves, LPN
P'Nina Sagraves, LPN - Florida. P’Nina has spent 34 years in military service, the last 15 years as an LPN. She joined NAPNES as a student member and became a life member several years later. She proudly servers her professional association and works diligently on all issues that come before the Board. She has spent the last ten years working full-time in the Army Reserve teaching and training LPNs on the new requirements of being certified by the Department of Transportation to be Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT). In addition, she makes sure they qualify for the two year EMT renewal. EMT recertification requires 48 contact hours in Florida. LPNs also need an additional 24 contact hours to renew their LPN license. She is responsible for tracking all their continuing education training.”
Board Member
Sylvia Rozier, RN
Sylvia Rozier, MSN, RN - Georgia. A professional nurse of 31 years, Sylvia is currently Assistant Department Chair of Allied Health and Program Director of Practical Nursing & Patient Care Assisting programs at Heart of Georgia Technical College. Sylvia began her nursing career in 1976 after graduating from the CETA LPN program at Laurens Memorial Hospital. In addition to NAPNES Board, Ms. Rozier also serves on the AFAC, American Red Cross, Communities in Schools, Dublin- Laurens County Leadership, Stepping Stones and the United Way Boards. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Society. She has been honored as the LPN instructor of the Year for GA and the 2006 Teacher of the Year at Heart of Georgia Technical College. Humbled by her appointment to NAPNES Board, she states that her desire is to give back to LP/V Nursing what was given to her 31 years ago, an opportunity to serve and succeed in life.
