By  Linda R. Droste, MSN, RN, CWON, CBIS and Beverly E. Ross, PMHCNS, BC

Chapter 420, Central Virginia VA Medical Center, celebrated their  first face-to-face meeting in over two years. There were 23 chapter members present and there was an air of excitement and camaraderie, at this meeting that included RNs, LPNs, and Nurse Emeritus Members.  

The event was held at Maggiano’s Restaurant where members were well fed literally and intellectually. 

The chapter goal for this year is to focus on increasing membership. In keeping with the meeting theme of Member, Get a Member, the event gave members a chance to recruit nurses into NOVA.  Membership highlights were  enthusiastically shared with the guest attendees. 

Chapter 420 is known for the excellent speakers that present at t  monthly meetings. The attendees participated in an educational lecture and dinner hosted by Organogenesis. The vendor’s products are used for the treatment of acute, chronic, partial, and full thickness  wounds. 

The lecture on wound treatment and management was given by S. Reid, MSN, RN. She provided the education segment with an extensive display of knowledge, experience, wisdom, and humor. Members enjoyed this educational opportunity. 

The evening ended with door prizes that were awarded to nine lucky attendees. The next event will occur in May, when we will celebrate Nurses Week.  Keep the good work going Chapter 420!