TJ Wilcox-Olson, MHS, RN

NOVA President-Elect

VA Portland Healthcare System

NOVA Chapter 332

Have you ever wanted a member from NOVA’s Board of Directors to present on NOVA’s membership benefits to your chapter and facility? Look no further! The NOVA Board of Directors is available to provide virtual presentations on the advantages of being a member of a professional nursing organization.

Over the last year we have all had to get creative since travel has been restricted and face-to-face meetings extremely limited. In June 2021, Tomah VA’s Transition to Practice (TTP) program invited NOVA President-Elect TJ Wilcox-Olson to speak about NOVA and the benefits of joining a professional nursing organization. Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, the TTP residents were divided into two separate groups and TJ presented virtually to each group. TJ shared NOVA’s “Top 5” which includes information on the education NOVA provides members, certification and education partnerships and discounts, mentorship, networking, and advocacy. Based on feedback received from these presentations, NOVA is extending this opportunity to all chapters. 

NOVA’s mission is to educate, communicate, and advocate for VA Nurses professionally, personally, and legislatively. Being a member of a nursing organization is important for every nurse’s professional growth and continuous learning. NOVA is made up of a diverse group of nurses from across the country and ensures VA nurses are at the table when important decisions are made. By sharing information about all that NOVA has to offer, the organization can continue to flourish and offer even more to members.

If your chapter is interested in hosting a presentation, please reach out to nova@vanurse.org.