Dear NOVA members,

In October NOVA held the 44th Annual Conference, which was another great success! I would like to recognize and thank the Chairpersons of the NOVA Annual Meeting Planning Committee: TJ Wilcox-Olson and Jessica Tynan as well as all the committee members. Over the past year they worked diligently to ensure that an informative and memorable two-day event took place to educate nurses.

NOVA values the ongoing relationship and communication with the VHA and Office of Nursing Services. Thank you for your leadership, expertise, and willingness to present at NOVA’s 44th Annual conference. Dr. Jennifer Strawn delivered a townhall and spoke on the strategic planning and future of VA nursing. NOVA thanks Dr. Heather Arrendondo for always keeping NOVA nurses informed on Nurse Qualification Standards and the changes over the past year.  

We hope to see you in Nashville, TN for the 45th Annual Conference!

I encourage you to start planning for our next event. NOVA on the Hill Day, which will be held on March 20, 2025. Meet with your representative in the House or Senate and let them know what impacts your work as a VA nurse on a daily basis and what they can do to help improve Veteran care. This is your opportunity to support NOVA’s mission of advocating for the Department of Veterans Affairs Nurses professionally, personally, and legislatively. 

This past year NOVA has been working to rebrand our organization and ensure we are delivering what our members need. Please take a few minutes and navigate our new webpage and make special note of NOVA’s new logo! 

Not only are we rebranding but NOVA is reaching out to members to see what we can do to increase your benefits and ensuring success of your local chapter. We are here to support each and every chapter no matter how large or small. Reach out to NOVA headquarters and let us know how we can help you! nova@vanurse.org

Best Wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season. See you in 2025!