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Our very own Hudson Valley member Sheilah Mcglone is a candidate for the 2011-2013 Secretary for the National Board of Directors. Sheilah is very excited for the opportunity to serve on the National Board. Please show your support & vote for Sheilah!
Cast your ballot between February 15 thru March 15, 2011
No stamps or mailing envelopes needed...
Posted 2/9/11
CMSA's 2011 Public Policy Summit: Join us April 5-6, 2011 in DC
JOIN US IN WASHINGTON, DC ON APRIL 5-6, 2011
Join your fellow case management professionals from across the country as they educate Congress on the importance of case management to the effective delivery of health care, learn how to best utilize their own grassroots networks for legislative success, and network with CMSA's Public Policy leaders.
The event is open to all CMSA members, staff, volunteers, or case management professionals who are passionate about association issues and want to make a difference.
Registration for this event is only $299!
CMSA's Executive Director, Cheri Lattimer, RN, BSN, continues, "While CMSA's members and leaders recognize case management is integral to the effective delivery of health care, the time has come to ensure consistent education, definitions and messaging are delivered to our Congressional delegations." To that end, CMSA invites you to participate in the 2011 Public Policy Summit in Washington, DC.
Policy issues are a great way to demonstrate the importance and relevance of case management to patients, their families and the healthcare system as a whole. This annual event provides not only the initial education you need to feel confident entering the realm of public policy, but also the opportunity to conduct visits on the Hill in the company of skillful mentors.
Carol Gleason, MM, RN, CRRN, CCM, LRC, BCPC, CMSA's Public Policy Committee Vice Chair states, "I can't express the amount of excitement generated at the end of previous DC events. Our tradition of closing with a reception and de-briefing leaves everyone on such a high note, and it is such an exciting time to get involved."
Learn More About This Annual Summit
Posted 12/17/10
CMSA's 2011 Public Policy Summit: Join us April 5-6, 2011 in DC
JOIN US IN WASHINGTON, DC ON APRIL 5-6, 2011
Join your fellow case management professionals from across the country as they educate Congress on the importance of case management to the effective delivery of health care, learn how to best utilize their own grassroots networks for legislative success, and network with CMSA's Public Policy leaders.
The event is open to all CMSA members, staff, volunteers, or case management professionals who are passionate about association issues and want to make a difference.
Registration for this event is only $299!
Register today
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With rapid changes in health care, the launch of the Case Management Model Act, and updated CMSA Standards of Practice for Case Management, CMSA's Public Policy leaders want to extend the exciting work of the committee to every member of the association.
According to Margaret Leonard, MS, RN-BC, FNP, CMSA 2010-2011 Public Policy Committee Chair, "the term 'Case Management' is quickly being incorporated into many pieces of legislation, regulatory language, and state initiatives. While CMSA's Public Policy Committee has been active in DC for the last few years, the time is right for the full membership to become engaged."
CMSA's Executive Director, Cheri Lattimer, RN, BSN, continues, "While CMSA's members and leaders recognize case management is integral to the effective delivery of health care, the time has come to ensure consistent education, definitions and messaging are delivered to our Congressional delegations." To that end, CMSA invites you to participate in the 2011 Public Policy Summit in Washington, DC.
Policy issues are a great way to demonstrate the importance and relevance of case management to patients, their families and the healthcare system as a whole. This annual event provides not only the initial education you need to feel confident entering the realm of public policy, but also the opportunity to conduct visits on the Hill in the company of skillful mentors.
Carol Gleason, MM, RN, CRRN, CCM, LRC, BCPC, CMSA's Public Policy Committee Vice Chair states, "I can't express the amount of excitement generated at the end of previous DC events. Our tradition of closing with a reception and de-briefing leaves everyone on such a high note, and it is such an exciting time to get involved."
Learn More About This Annual Summit
Posted 12/17/10
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With rapid changes in health care, the launch of the Case Management Model Act, and updated CMSA Standards of Practice for Case Management, CMSA's Public Policy leaders want to extend the exciting work of the committee to every member of the association.
According to Margaret Leonard, MS, RN-BC, FNP, CMSA 2010-2011 Public Policy Committee Chair, "the term 'Case Management' is quickly being incorporated into many pieces of legislation, regulatory language, and state initiatives. While CMSA's Public Policy Committee has been active in DC for the last few years, the time is right for the full membership to become engaged."
CMSA's Executive Director, Cheri Lattimer, RN, BSN, continues, "While CMSA's members and leaders recognize case management is integral to the effective delivery of health care, the time has come to ensure consistent education, definitions and messaging are delivered to our Congressional delegations." To that end, CMSA invites you to participate in the 2011 Public Policy Summit in Washington, DC.
Policy issues are a great way to demonstrate the importance and relevance of case management to patients, their families and the healthcare system as a whole. This annual event provides not only the initial education you need to feel confident entering the realm of public policy, but also the opportunity to conduct visits on the Hill in the company of skillful mentors.
Carol Gleason, MM, RN, CRRN, CCM, LRC, BCPC, CMSA's Public Policy Committee Vice Chair states, "I can't express the amount of excitement generated at the end of previous DC events. Our tradition of closing with a reception and de-briefing leaves everyone on such a high note, and it is such an exciting time to get involved."
Learn More About This Annual Summit
Posted 12/17/10
Case Manager of the Year Nomination Form 2010 Hudson Valley Chapter --->CMOY Nomination Form 2011
Hudson Valley CMSA 2011 Case Manager of the Year Criteria--->Hudson Valley CMSA 2011 Case Manager of the Year
Veronica Chepak, RN
President, HVCMSA
Posted 12/6/10
It was great to hear the feedback about what a wonderful meeting we had Wednesday, October 6. We had a record attendance of 97!
I can only say thank you to all those who came out and supported the Hudson Valley Chapter at our kick-off meeting.
Now for some additional Good News---PAY PAL IS UP AND RUNNING!
You will now be able to register and pay for the meetings via PayPal on our Hudson Valley CMSA website.
If you are interested in paying via PayPal go to www.hvcmsa.org, then go to Calendar for the information on the November Meeting and follow the link and instructions for PayPal.
This month one our most supportive sponsors PromptCare will be hosting our meeting at Confetti Ristorante and Vinoteca in Piermont.
The topic will be "The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Co-Morbid Conditions: CVD and Type II Diabetes."
If you are interested, please register early as there is limited seating.
Thank you again for your continued support.
Veronica Chepak, RN
President, HVCMSA
Posted 10/17/10
Congratulations Linda Baker
Congratulations to Linda for being named to the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Nursing Case Management Content Expert Panel. The panel members develop the nationally recognized ANCC Board Certification Exams for their nursing specialties, making them invaluable contributors to the profession of nursing.
Posted 9/16/10
2010 National Case Management Week October 10 - 16, 2010
This is YOUR week . . . an exciting time of recognition for the case management industry and a time for celebration!
October 10-16, 2010 marks this year’s weeklong celebration, recognizing the contributions and commitments case managers make and educating the public about the significant work they perform.
The leading membership association providing professional collaboration across the health care continuum.
It's Election time again!! We are about to welcome some new faces to the Hudson Valley CMSA Board of Directors, please help us welcome them
to the fold!!!
If you are a current HV-CMSA members then you are eligible to cast your vote... We will be welcoming the new board at the June River Rose Dinner Cruise this June 2nd, 2010.
Save the date and watch for the RSVP e-mail announcing the River Rose Cruise event scheduled for June 2nd, 2010. It is out third annual cruise and as we have always had such a great time we decided to extend the event to four hours enjoying the Mighty Hudson River with fabulous sponsors, dinner, drinks and dancing with your friends and peers...
Hope to see you there!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
Posted 5/9/2010
Hellooooooo Summer!!!! Come one, come all and join us for the final HV-CMSA Meeting of the Season!!!
Our annual Bon Voyage Hudson River Boat Cruise meeting is now all arranged, we had such a great time last year that we have extended the cruise to 4 hours!!! We really want and need you to attend this Bon Voyage dinner meeting where we will also be announcing our 2nd annual Case Manager of the Year Award!!
You do not want to miss this great event, we expect seats to go quickly!! Please support our chapter by joining us at our annual June 2nd, 2010 River Boat Cruise disembarking from the Newburgh Landing. Sponsored by Interim Healthcare, Promptcare Respiratory Care and HomeInfusion, Visiting Nurse Services in Westchester and One Source Homecare Services, we have planned a fabulous event with food, music, fun and you!!!
Space is limited so download and send in your reservation as soon as possible!! We hope to see you all there!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
Posted 5/11/2010
Sandi Lowery RN BSN, CRRN, CCM, CNLCP of CCMI Associates will be presenting a CCM prep course. Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22 at Helen Hayes Hospital. The next exam after this prep course is in July 2010. See Calendar for brochure and flyer!
Posted 5/9/2010
Well..., it is OFFICIAL!!! The peepers are peeping, spring has finally sprung and "Everything's coming up Roses and Daffodils!!!" Happy Spring to all!!
Please support our chapter by joining us at our May 5th, 2010 meeting of HV-CMSA at our favorite place, Sam's of Gedney Way. Sponsored by Coram Specialty Infusion Services, our speaker, Carol Ireton-Jones, PhD, RD, LD, CNSD, FACN, will be presenting "Weight Management in the Face of an Obesity Epidemic". Space is limited so download and send in your reservation as soon as possible!!
Don't forget the Case manager of the Year Award, we haven't had any applicants to date. Please, please consider nominating a great Case Manager today, we know you are out there!!! We hope to have the chapter hold this contest annually so please help us to recognize one of our own by sending in a nomination today!!!
Our Annual Bon Voyage Boat Trip is scheduled for June 2nd, 2010 on the River Rose Paddleboat leaving out of Newburgh at 6pm sharp. Keep the date open, as the notice will be sent out the week after the May meeting. We are currently requesting sponsors for this annual event and space is limited to the first 8 vendors so contact me as soon as possible if you or companies you know of are interested in joining the fun!!
Also, remember our upcoming CCM review course this May at Helen Hayes Hospital. Our sincere thanks go out to Deborah Bradley and Helen Hayes Hospital for graciously agreeing to provide space for this event. Check out our website at www.hvcmsa.org for questions and additional information.
Hope to see you all soon!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
President, NWGC
Posted 4/16/2010
Come celebrate the begining of another Spring Season with HV-CMSA on April 7th, 2010 with Hudson Valley CMSA!!!
The snow has finally melted, in most places anyway, the rain has all but ended (Hopefully!!) and we are soon to be well on our way to enjoying the warmer spring and summer weather... Yah hooo!!! Soooo, let's all get together to celebrate the budding of the pussy willows, forsythia and those fragrant spring bulbs.... Last month we had an astounding crowd attend our March meeting, it was standing-room-only!!! (Just ask those that had to stand...) Please join us and attend our educational dinner on April 7th, 2010 at our favorite place, Sam’s of Gedney Way.
Sponsored by Genentech BioOncology, Susan Epting, RN, MSN, AOCNS will be speaking on Anti-VEGF Therapy in Oncology. Download and send in your reservation as soon as possible, gifts, wonderful raffles, and networking opportunities will be in great abundance!!
FYI, save the dates for our annual boat ride scheduled for June 2nd, 2010 on the River Rose Cruise out of Newburgh, New York.
Hope to see you all soon!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
Posted 3/15/2010
Brrrr.....Sooo sorry for the February cancellation...,let's try again for March and really, really hope for spring!!...
Please try to make plans to join us and attend our educational dinner, March 3rd, 2010 at our favorite place, Sam's of Gedney Way!!
Sponsored by IPSEN Pharmaceuticals, we have a double presentation planned!!!
Svetlana B. Ten, MD will be presenting “Clinical Advances in the Treatment and Management of Patients with Severe Primary IGFD” and Michele Tagliati, MD will be presenting “Botulinum Toxin Type A: Dysport approved for Treatment of Cervical Dystonia.”
Download and send in your paid reservation as soon as possible!! All checks from the cancelled February meeting have been mailed back, you should be receiving them in the next day or so...
Please join us, gifts, wonderful raffles, and networking opportunities will be in great abundance!!
Please check out our website, WWW.HVCMSA.org for information on making donations towards the Haiti Earthquake survivors and also watch for information regarding our upcoming CCM review course and the 2010 HV-CMSA Case Manager Of the Year award.
Hope to see you all soon!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Posted 2/13/10
Sooo sorry for the late start for 2010!! Due to circumstances beyond our control we have had to push back our meeting to the second week of February, 2010...
Please try to make plans to join us in celebrating the first meeting of the 2010 HV-CMSA educational season by attending our educational dinner, February 10th, 2010 at our favorite place, Sam's of Gedney Way!!
Sponsored by Visiting Nurse Services in Westchester, Mary Gadomski, BSN, RN, Director of Community Education, and Suzanne Brown RN, Director of TeleHealth Services, will be presenting "Home TeleHealth: An Opportunity for Improving Patient Outcomes". Seats are limited so download and send in your paid reservation as soon as possible!!
And as always, gifts, wonderful raffles, and networking opportunities will be in great abundance!!
FYI, all members please if you are interested in joining us on the 2010-2012 HV-CMSA Board of Directors please let us know as soon as possible as time is running out to be included on the ballot!!! We need you to join us!!
Also watch for information regarding our upcoming CCM review course and the 2010 HV-CMSA Case Manager Of the Year award. Check out our website at www.hvcmsa.org for additional information.
Hope to see you all soon!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Posted 1/24/10
All of the ghosts, goblins and tricksters have gone (hopefully...), the treats have all been eaten and jack-o-lanterns have glowed their last.... Now is the time to start scouring those cookbooks and menu files for some mouth watering new, and of course, family favorite recipes... Will it be pumpkin or pecan, mashed or scalloped, chestnut or plain??? The days are certainly shorter and the chill is in the air, a time for cherishing good heath and spending time with family and good friends....
Please make sure to find time to download the attached reservation form and join HV-CMSA in White Plains for our annual December Holiday Dinner Meeting…
We had a fantastic November Dinner Meeting last week at Romolos in Rockland County!! More then 50 attendees braved the chill and Day Light Savings change to attend a wonderful presentaion and delicious dinner graciously sponsored by PromptCare Home Infusion, PromptCare Respiratory DMA and Allstate Insurance, The Joanne Garrison Agency.!!! Laughs and raffles were numerous as were great gifts for all of our attendees!!! Remember, hold onto your seats as there will be a lot more to come as we move into 2010!!! Many thanks to Tom Krieder and Kathy Larson of PromptCare for putting it all together and for continuing to support the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA!!!
Just a few quick updates so here goes….
1. Advanced attendee seating reservations will continue as before. Seats cannot be reserved or names added to the sign-in sheet unless payment is received by the cut-off date, which will always be the Friday prior to each meeting… Attendees shall always have the option and are welcome to “Pay-at-the-door” but will run the risk of being turned away should the event be booked to capacity…
2. As announced we will continue to present an annual Case Manager of the Year award and we continue to look for committee members to help us with the decision making process, please consider applying before our February meeting… The plan is for Chapter members to be nominated for this award by March/April 2010 based upon established criteria which is available on our website at www.hvcmsa.org. The winner will be eligible for a CMSA membership in addition to a HV-CMSA plaque!!!
3. Continue to check out our updated website. You can check the site to meet our Officers, Board of Directors, links to resources, employment opportunities and our upcoming events and sponsors. You may also contact us from the site and we appreciate any ideas, comments and suggestions. Please visit us at www.hvcmsa.org and check it regularly for updates!!!
4. We have also just made arrangements for a two day CCM course planned for May 2010 at Helen Hayes Hospital. Stay tuned for more information via e-mail as we confirm all of the details!!!!
Thank-you all for continuing to support the Hudson Valley Chapter of the Case Management Society of America and please feel free to contact me directly in case of any questions or concerns.
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 11/12/09
Brrrr.... The frost is on the pumpkin already!!! Summer is officially over but where did fall go I would like to know??? Please find attached the meeting notice for our upcoming chapter dinner event, held on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at Romolos in Rockland County.
And just a recap of our Case Management Celebration held October 7th, 2009 at Sam's of Gedney Way... We had a record turnout for our first meeting of the season, over 65 attendees, with gifts and raffles for all!! Generously sponsored by Pfizer, Dr. Solitar presented "Diagnosis and Management of Fibromyalgia" to a very inquisitive crowd... Dr. Solitar was so popular we hope to have him back again in the near future!
Just a quick reminder for our chapter members and chapter supporters'.... Remember, your seat will not be reserved and your name will not be added to the sign-in sheet unless your payment is postmarked by the cut-off date, which is always the Friday prior to the meeting... Attendees shall always have the option and are welcome to "Pay-at-the-door" but will run the risk of being turned away should the room be filled to capacity... Also, sorry, there are no transfers, refunds or credits for future meetings given in the event that a person is unable to attend.
Please check out our updated website www.hvcmsa.org for the upcoming 2010 calendar and sponsors. You can check the site to meet our Officers, Board of Directors, links to resources, employment opportunities and our upcoming events and sponsors. You may also contact us from the site and we appreciate any ideas, comments and suggestions.
Thank-you all for continuing to support the Hudson Valley Chapter of the Case Management Society of America and please feel free to contact me directly in case of any questions or concerns.
Hope to see you all soon!!!
Nancy Heitman, RN, C., BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 10/15/09
Welcome back everyone...The lazy, hazy days of summer are passing quickly and the new HV-CMSA 2009-2010 season is upon us!!!
Just a quick recap of this past June, what a busy, busy month it was...
First, our annual River Rose Cruise on the Hudson River on June 3, 2009 was a fabulous success with over 80 attendees! Many thanks to all of our generous sponsors and remember to save the date for next year!!
Second, big, big, BIG! Congratulations to the first annual Hudson Valley Chapter Case Manager of the Year, Sheilah McGlone!!! Remember to consider nominating a peer next year!!
Third, The 19th annual CMSA Conference and Expo in Phoenix, Arizona was such an exciting experience! Remember to save the date for next year in Orlando, Florida, June 8-11, 2010!!
Forth, Catherine Morris, RN, MS, CCM has won 2009 CMSA National Case Manager of the Year award! Cathy, immediate past president of NYC Chapter and current member of HV-CMSA, is known as a dynamic professional who consistently demonstrates leadership, creativity, dedication, innovation, and service excellence. What a spectacular achievement, Cathy, way to go!!
Last But Not Least!!! A very, very, very special congratulations to our chapter's own, 2009/2010 National CMSA President, Margaret (Peggy) Leonard, MS, RN-BC, FNP. Senior Vice President for Clinical Services at Hudson Health Plan (HHP) and the recipient of CMSA's 2006 Case Manager of the Year (CMOY) Award, Margaret is nationally recognized for her work in case management, certification, transitions of care, models of care, and motivational interviewing. We are very proud to have Peggy call the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA her home chapter!!
I'm not sure about you but I am exhausted just remembering all of the exciting things that have happened over the past few months at HV-CMSA, but not too exhausted to start making fabulous and exciting plans for our upcoming season, there's a lot more to come as we move into 2010!! We have already started setting up meetings for YOUR EDUCATIONAL BENEFIT and we need your support so please remember to renew your annual membership in CMSA. Your continued membership not only provides you with educational events, but also fabulous dinners and remarkable networking opportunities.
Just a few reminders for our chapter members and chapter supporters'....
1. Meetings will continue to honor only paid RSVP's. Remember, your seat will not be reserved and your name will not be added to the sign-in sheet unless your payment is postmarked by the cut-off date, which is always the Friday prior to the meeting... Attendees shall always have the option and are welcome to "Pay-at-the-door" but will run the risk of being turned away should the room be filled to capacity... Also, sorry, there are no transfers, refunds or credits for future meetings given in the event that a person is unable to attend.
2. An attachment is included with all notices to be completed and returned with payment for each meeting. Information required by meeting sponsors will include Name, address, home and work phone and current e-mail address.
3. We will continue to have our annual CMSA National Expo and Conference Raffle and Case Manager of the Year award this spring. We are currently looking for committee members to help us with the decision making process, please consider applying before our November meeting...
We will continue to plan for Chapter members to be nominated for all awards by March 2010; stay tuned for the official application form coming January 2010!!!
4. Please check out our updated website for the upcoming 2010 calendar and sponsors. You can check the site to meet our Officers, Board of Directors, links to resources, employment opportunities and our upcoming events and sponsors. You may also contact us from the site and we appreciate any ideas, comments and suggestions.
Thank-you all for continuing to support the Hudson Valley Chapter of the Case Management Society of America and please feel free to contact me directly in case of any questions or concerns.
Hope to see you all soon!!!
Nancy Heitman, RN, C., BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 9/11/09
Wow, what a spectacular month the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA has had this June 2009!!!
Happy, happy (wet!!) summer start to all...As the Hudson Valley CMSA President, I would like to share with you some recent activities of our chapter this past month….
First, our annual River Rose Cruise on the Hudson River on June 3rd, 2009 was a fabulous success! Thanks to all of those that were able to attend, we hope you had a great time dancing the night away, meeting new friends and gathering new information from our generous, generous sponsors…Remember to save the date for next year; I’m sure hoping the rain will end before then!!!
Second, big, big, BIG! Congratulations to the first annual Hudson Valley Chapter Case Manager of the Year, Sheilah McGlone!!! A very, very well deserving recipient, Sheilah graciously accepted her plaque and $200.00 gift certificate in front of her friends, family and peers aboard the River Rose Cruise on June 3rd, 2009. Remember to consider nominating a peer next year!!
Third, “It REALLY, REALLY WAS a dry heat!!” The 19th annual CMSA Conference and Expo in Phoenix, Arizona last week was such an exciting (and sweltering!!) experience both for first time attendees and for those that have attended in the past! The HV-CMSA chapter had many, many representatives in attendance to network, learn, socialize, have fun, and to get inspired about the future of Case Management! Remember to save the date for next year in Orlando, Florida, June 8-11, 2010!
Forth, Catherine Morris, RN, MS, CCM has won 2009 CMSA Case Manager of the Year award! Cathy, immediate past president of NYC Chapter and current member of HV-CMSA, is known as a dynamic professional who consistently demonstrates leadership, creativity, dedication, innovation, and service excellence, Catherine has an unyielding vision of excellence and service ethic to patients, colleaques and constituents alike. What a spectacular acheivement, Cathy, way to go!!
Last But Not Least!!! A very, very, very special congratulations to our chapter’s own, 2009 – 2010 CMSA President, Margaret (Peggy) Leonard, MS, RN-BC, FNP. Senior Vice President for Clinical Services at Hudson Health Plan (HHP) and the recipient of CMSA's 2006 Case Manager of the Year (CMOY) Award, Margaret is nationally recognized for her work in case management, certification, transitions of care, models of care, and motivational interviewing. A published author and producer/co-host of a national award-winning radio program, she served on CMSA's National Board of Directors for four years and chairs it’s Public Policy Committee. We are very proud to have Peggy call the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA her home chapter!! I'll bet CMSA will really rock and roll now!! Go Peggy Leonard and CMSA!!
Whew!!!, I’m not sure about you but I am getting exhausted just remembering all of the exciting things that have happened over the past few weeks for the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA…. But not toooooo exhausted to start making fabulous and exciting plans for next season!!! Your hard working board has already made plans to meet in July and August to start setting up meetings for YOUR EDUCATIONAL BENEFIT!!! Please help us to support you by renewing your annual membership in CMSA. Remember, we need you as much as you need us and remember that your continued membership not only provides you with educational meetings offering CCM credits, but also wonderful dinner events and remarkable networking opportunities.
Stay tuned and thank-you again for continuing to support our wonderful chapter, Hudson Valley-CMSA
Sincerely,
Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 6/29/09
Hellooooooo Summer!! Come one, come all and join us for the final HV-CMSA Meeting of the Season!!! Our annual Bon Voyage Hudson River Boat Cruise meeting is now all arranged and we want and need you to attend!! You do not want to miss this great event, we expect seats to go quickly!!
Please support our chapter by joining us at our annual June 3rd, 2009 River Boat Cruise disembarking from the Newburgh Landing. Sponsored by Advanced Care, Hill-Rom Company, Implantable Provider Group, Interim Healthcare, Promptcare Respiratory and Home Infusion, RCM Health Care Services and Touch Bionics, we are planning a fabulous event with food, music, fun and you!!!
Space is limited so download and send in your reservation as soon as possible!! We hope to see you all there!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
President, NWGC
Posted: 5/15/09
Well..., it is OFFICIAL!!! The peepers are peeping, spring has finally sprung and “Everything’s coming up Roses and Daffodils!!!” Happy Spring to all!!
Please support our chapter by joining us at our May 6th, 2009 meeting of HV-CMSA at our favorite place, Sam’s of Gedney Way. Sponsored by Daiichi Sankyo, Inc, one of our favorite speakers and author of “The Case Managers Handbook”, Catherine Mullahy, RN, BS, CRRN, CCM will be presenting "Case Studies in Quality Initiative Activities For Hypertension". Space is limited so download and send in your reservation as soon as possible!!
Great News!! CONGRATULATIONS to Michele Lucent for winning the CMSA National Conference and Expo registration raffle last month!! Way to go Michele and thank-you to all those that signed up, we’ll be doing it again next year!!
Speaking of awards, our Case Manager of the Year contest hasn’t had any applicants to date… Please, please consider nominating a great Case Manager today, we know you are out there!!! We hope to have the chapter hold this contest annually so please help us to recognize one of our own by sending in a nomination today!!!
Our Annual Bon Voyage Boat Trip is scheduled for June 3rd, 2009 on the River Rose Paddleboat leaving out of Newburgh at 6pm sharp. Keep the date open, as the notice will be sent out the week after the May meeting. We are currently requesting sponsors for this annual event and space is limited to the first 8 vendors so contact me as soon as possible if you or companies you know of are interested in joining the fun!!
Also, remember to save the dates of May 15th and 16th, for those of you that are interested in attending our upcoming CCM review course. Our sincere thanks go out to Deborah Bradley and Helen Hayes Hospital for graciously agreeing to provide space for this event.
Hope to see you all soon!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
President, NWGC
Posted: 4/8/09
Come celebrate the fabulous Spring Season with HV-CMSA on April 1, 2009 at the extraordinary "C. V. Rich Mansion" in White Plains, New York... April Fools!!! (NOT!!)
The snow has finally melted, the sleet has all but ended (Hopefully!!) and we are soon to be well on our way to enjoying the warmer spring and summer weather... Yah hooo!!! Soooo, let's all get together to celebrate the budding of the pussy willows, forsythia and those fragrant spring bulbs.... Last month we had an astounding crowd attend our March meeting, it was "totally" standing-room-only!!! (Just ask those that had to stand...) Please join us in celebrating the first meeting of the 2009 HV-CMSA spring season and attend our educational dinner on April 1st, 2009 at the "C.V. Rich Mansion," catered by and located just a few blocks away from our favorite place, Sam’s of Gedney Way.
Sponsored by Yoh Health Care, Steve Young, National Safety Instructor will be speaking on Employee Health, On and Off the Job. Space is limited so download and send in your reservation as soon as possible!! And as always, gifts, wonderful raffles, and networking opportunities will be in great abundance!!
FYI, save the dates of May 15th and 16th, those of you that are interested in attending our upcoming CCM review course at Helen Hayes Hospital and do not forget our annual boat ride scheduled for June 3rd, 2009 on the River Rose Cruise out of Newburgh, New York.
Hope to see you all next month!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
President, NWGC
Posted: 3/16/09
Well, it's official.... "Puxatawney Phil says six more weeks of winter..." YIKES!!!! I say, let's be positive, who listens to a gopher anyway and just hope Spring gets here before we even realize!!! Go tulips!!!
Please support our chapter by joining us at our March 4th, 2009 meeting of HV-CMSA at our favorite place, Sam's of Gedney Way. As always, gifts, wonderful raffles, and networking opportunities will be in great abundance!!
Sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Westchester/Hudson Valley Chapter, Carmel Sauerland, RN, MSN, AOCN will be presenting "Leukemia and Lymphoma, An Overview". Space is limited so download and send in your reservation as soon as possible!!
Also, remember to save the dates of May 15th and 16th, for those of you that are interested in attending our upcoming CCM review course. Our sincere thanks go out to Deborah Bradley and Helen Hayes Hospital for graciously agreeing to provide space for this event. Check out our website at www.hvcmsa.org for questions and additional information.
Hope to see you all soon!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
President, NWGC
Posted: 2/11/09
Please nominate yourself, your co-worker or your boss for the The Hudson Valley Case Manager of the Year Award (CMOY). Entries must be submitted by May 6, 2009. The winner will be announced at the annual June boat ride and showcased on the website for one year.
Veronica Chepak, RN, BSN
Clinical Coordinator
CMO, The Care Management Company, LLC
of Montefiore Medical Center
Posted: 2/8/09
Happy New Year HV-CMSA members and supporters!!!
The Hudson Valley CMSA Board hopes that everyone was able to ring in 2009 and celebrate a happy and healthy New Year with family and friends. Now all we have to do is buckle down and try to brave the winter weather that we all know has just begun!!! Please join us in celebrating the first meeting of the 2009 HV-CMSA educational season by attending our educational dinner on February 4th, 2009 at our favorite place, Sam's of Gedney Way.
Sponsored by One Source Health Services, Dr. Daniel Cameron will be speaking on Preventing Chronic Lyme Disease. Space is limited so download and send in your reservation as soon as possible!!
As always, gifts, wonderful raffles, and networking opportunities will be in great abundance!!
FYI, save the dates of May 15th and 16th, those of you that are interested in attending our upcoming CCM review course. Our sincere thanks go out to Deborah Bradley and Helen Hayes Hospital for graciously agreeing to provide space for this event. Check out our website at www.hvcmsa.org for additional information in the next few weeks and a brochure and application will be forwarded as soon as it is available to everyone on our current e-mail list.
Hope to see you all next month!!
Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
President, NWGC
Posted: 1/14/09
Just a Reminder!!! Reserve your seat now for our December 3, 2008 meeting!!!
All of the ghosts, goblins and tricksters have gone (hopefully...), the treats have all been eaten and jack-o-lanterns have glowed their last.... Now is the time to start scouring those cookbooks and menu files for some mouth watering new, and of course, family favorite recipes... Will it be pumpkin or pecan, mashed or scalloped, chestnut or plain??? The days are certainly shorter and the chill is in the air, a time for cherishing good heath and spending time with family and good friends....
Please make sure to find time to join HV-CMSA in White Plains for our annual December Dinner Meeting.
We had a fantastic Case Management Celebration last week at Helen Hayes Hospital in Haverstraw!! More then 50 attendees braved the rain, wind and downed trees to attend a great event, informative session and delicious dinner graciously sponsored by PromptCare!!!! Many thanks to Deborah Bradley and Mary Morris at Helen Hayes Hospital Case Management for putting it all together and to Tom Krieder and Kathy Larson of PromptCare for tirelessly supporting the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA!!!
Many, many thanks to all those who attended... Laughs and raffles were numerous as were great gifts for all of our attendees!!! Remember; hold onto your seats, as there will be a lot more to come as we move into 2009!!!
Remember we have instituted a few changes in the RSVP meeting procedure for all of our chapter supporters' and we have a few quick updates so here goes a quick review...
1. For all future meetings we can only honor paid RSVP's. Attendee seating cannot be reserved or names added to the sign-in sheet unless payment is received by the cut-off date, which will always be the Friday prior to each meeting. Attendees shall always have the option and are welcome to "Pay-at-the- door" but will run the risk of being turned away should the event be booked to capacity.
2. An attachment will be included with all future notices to be completed and returned with payment. Information required by meeting sponsors will include name, address, home and work phone and current e-mail address. Also, sorry, there are no refunds or credits for future meetings given in the event that a person is unable to attend.
3. As announced at the October meeting we will be having an annual Case Manager of the Year award beginning this spring. We are currently looking for committee members to help us with the decision making process, please consider applying before our November meeting. The plan is for Chapter members to be nominated for this award by March 2009 based upon criteria that will be announced shortly… The winner may be eligible for a CMSA membership or National Conference and Expo attendance in addition to a HV-CMSA plaque to name a few. Stay tuned for the official application form coming January 2009!!!
4. Watch for our meeting announcements in Nursing Spectrum and Advance in the local news/regional news section, as we will be submitting information to these publications on a regular basis...
5. We are pleased to present our newly updated website. You can check the site to meet our Officers, Board of Directors, links to resources, employment opportunities and our upcoming events and sponsors. You may also contact us from the site and we appreciate any ideas, comments and suggestions. Please visit our new Hudson Valley CMSA website at www.hvcmsa.org and check it regularly for updates!!!
6. We have also just made arrangements for a two-day CCM course tentatively planned for February 2009. Stay tuned for more information via e-mail as we confirm all of the details!!!!
Thank-you all for continuing to support the Hudson Valley Chapter of the Case Management Society of America and please feel free to contact me directly in case of any questions or concerns.
-Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
Cortlandt Healthcare, LLC.
President, HV-CMSA
President, NWGC
Posted: 11/14/08
Apple and pumpkin picking, colorful mums on the porch, leaves swirling in miniature tornados in the yard and the bittersweet smell of wood smoke in the air. I’ll bet Martha “you-know-who” is at home in Connecticut baking some wonderful aromatic and delicious fall dish… All signs that summer has past and the bountiful Harvest and the new HV-CMSA 2008-2009 season is upon us…
We had a fantastic Case Management Celebration last week with an all time record attendance of 80 plus attendees!!!! Yaaa Hoooo!!! Many, many thanks to all those who attended….John Otchy and Roche Laboratories generously sponsored the event, providing Cathy Mullahy, Author of the Case Management Handbook as speaker for the evening. Fun and raffles were numerous as were gifts for all attendees!!! For those that missed the event, you should certainly stay tuned, as this was just the beginning of the 2008-2009 HV-CMSA season!!! Hold onto your seats as there will be a lot more to come as we move into 2009!!!
We have a few new announcements and changes in the RSVP meeting procedure for all of our chapter supporters’ sooo here goes….
1. For all future meetings we can only honor paid RSVP’s. Attendee seating cannot be reserved or names added to the sign-in sheet unless payment is received by the cut-off date, which will always be the Friday prior to each meeting…Attendees shall always have the option and are welcome to “Pay-at- the-door” but will run the risk of being turned away should the event be booked to capacity…
2. An attachment will be included with all future notices to be completed and returned with payment. Information required by meeting sponsors will include Name, address, home and work phone and current e-mail address. Also, sorry, there are no refunds or credits for future meetings given in the event that a person is unable to attend.
3. As announced at the October meeting we will be having an annual Case Manager of the Year award beginning this spring. We are currently looking for committee members to help us with the decision making process, please consider applying before our November meeting…The plan is for Chapter members to be nominated for this award by March 2009 based upon criteria that will be announced shortly….The winner may be eligible for a CMSA membership or National Conference and Expo attendance in addition to a HV-CMSA plaque to name a few…Stay tuned for the official application form coming January 2009!!
4. Watch for our meeting announcements in Nursing Spectrum and Advance in the local news/regional news section, as we will be submitting information to these publications on a regular basis….
5. We are pleased to present our newly updated website. You can check the site to meet our Officers, Board of Directors, links to resources, employment opportunities and our upcoming events and sponsors. You may also contact us from the site and we appreciate any ideas, comments and suggestions. Please visit our new Hudson Valley CMSA website at www.hvcmsa.org and check it regularly for updates!!!
6. For all interested parties, we had a last minute cancellation of the sponsor for the December meeting. We are now planning on having the next President of CMSA, Margaret (Peggy) Leonard speak and open up the event to multiple sponsors. What an exciting event this will be, if you have never had the chance to hear one of the most dynamic supporters of Case Management speak, you will now have the chance. Six sponsorship opportunities are available at a cost of $750.00, only one vendor of each specialty will be accepted so book your spot now!! We are also providing all sponsors free recognition on our new and improved website, www.hvcmsa.org.
Thank-you all for continuing to support the Hudson Valley Chapter of the Case Management Society of America and please feel free to contact me directly in case of any questions or concerns.
-Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 10/14/08
Welcome Back HV-CMSA!!! Don't despair, we still have a few weeks left of good old Sweet Summer Time!!!
The HV-CMSA Board of Directors hopes that the summer of 2008 continues to be, at least for a few weeks anyway, an enjoyable time for family and friends.
In response to member comments and requests we have made the decision to commence the HV-CMSA educational season in October 2008 rather than in September. To make up for the missing educational opportunity we are planning on a meeting in January 2009. Please see the attached October "Save-The-Date" notice, making it possible for you to plan your schedules accordingly...
Please remember to reserve your seat early as space is limited. AND, also please note, in light of the fact that we are charged for all reserved meals regardless if the reservee is a no-show, beginning in November we are strongly considering honoring only PAID RESERVATIONS! Many times in the past we have had to compensate the restaurant for all reservations regardless of whether the reservee was in attendance so please remember this fact when you make your reservation.
All interested attendees will of course be able to take the chance of seat availability at the door but as space is often limited, we strongly encourage you to reserve your paid seat as early as possible!!!!
AND!!! We are happy to announce that in June of 2009, CMSA will be welcoming one of our own, Margaret (Peggy) Leonard into the position of National President of CMSA. What a source of pride we have for the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA as the next National President will be one of our own!!!
Thank-you all again for your continued support of the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA and we will see you October 1st, 2008!
-Nancy E. Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 9/7/08
Come Join Us in Celebrating HV-CMSA and the Beginning of Summer!!!!
Please come and join Hudson Valley CMSA in closure of the 2007/2008 season and celebration of the beginning of summer!!! We invite you to join us on June 4th, 2008 from 6-9pm for our annual HV-CMSA River Cruise event aboard the M.V. Commander. We will be leaving out of the Haverstraw Marina at 6pm, sharp, leisurely cruising the Majestic Hudson River for 3 fabulous hours, returning at 9pm.
Relax, enjoy the scenery, spend time with peers, winn great raffle gifts and enjoy a full buffet dinner aboard the M.V. Commander. We look forward to seeing you there! Reserve your seat NOW!!!
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for this event, please contact me at the number listed below...
914-739-9150, ext. 120
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 5/18/08
NTOCC Approves Tools to Improve Patient Safety During Transitions of Care
-Rita Orlando
Posted: 4/24/08
Peep, peep, peep go the Spring Peepers, a sure sign that winter is over!! Hallelujah!!
Our May 7th, 2008 dinner meeting promises to be very informative, very interesting and exciting to say the least!!! On that night we will also be collecting names of current members who wish to be considered for board positions this June, so be sure to send in your payment early and reserve your seat!!
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 4/19/08
Spring has finally sprung!!!! Get that sun block ready!!!! Wellll, in a few weeks anyway.... Daylight savings time has arrived soooo, spring cannot be long after??
Please find attached the meeting announcement for our April 2nd meeting at "Sam's of Gedney Way". Space is limited so send in your paid RSVP ASAP!!! Also, in addition to sending your payment to save your seat, please remember to cast your vote this month for your fellow chapter member, "Our Own", President-Elect, Margaret (Peggy) Leonard!! For the " Official Voice" when Case Management COUNTS!, Peggy is the right candidate!!!! "We're With Peggy, says Hudson Valley CMSA!!!"
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 3/12/08
One week or six more weeks of this winter season, either way it's brrrrrr, COLD out there!!! Welcome to the March 2008 dinner meeting notice and thank-you for your support of the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA!!
Please see our Calendar for the March 5th, 2008 dinner meeting detail and again, as a thank-you for your support and assistance in making the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA the success it is, the Board of Directors would like to raffle one National Conference Registration to a current member. The 18th Annual Conference & Expo will be held this coming June 17-20, 2008 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel & Golf Club in Orlando, Florida. The winner, who must be a current HV-CMSA member, will be awarded a Conference Registration to this fabulous event. Travel and Hotel accommodations are not included and are the responsibility of the winner. Interested members who are able to commit to attending this event should they win please contact us with your name and membership number before February 20th. For additional information regarding the Annual Conference & Expo please visit the CMSA website at www.cmsa.org/conference.
Remember, to those of you that are current CMSA members, please be sure to place your vote for all of the National CMSA positions including our own Margaret (Peggy) Leonard who is running for President Elect!!!!!
Thank-you as always for supporting HV-CMSA!
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 2/19/08
Thank-you for your continued support of the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA!!
Just a reminder, our February Meeting is scheduled at Sam's of Gedney Way, next Wednesday, February 6th, 2008. We have a very exciting season scheduled with your Case Management educational needs in mind so please make every effort to attend.
As a thank-you for your continued support and assistance in making the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA the success it is, the Board of Directors would like to raffle one National Conference Registration to a current member. The 18th Annual Conference & Expo will be held this coming June 17-20, 2008 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel & Golf Club in Orlando, Florida. The winner, who must be a current HV-CMSA member, will be awarded a Conference Registration to this fabulous event. Travel and Hotel accommodations are not included and are the responsibility of the winner. Interested members who are able to commit to attending this event should they win please respond to this e-mail with your name and membership number before February 20th.
For additional information regarding the Annual Conference & Expo please visit the CMSA website.
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 1/30/08
Happy New Year from the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA!!
I hope everyone was able to enjoy every bit of fun and excitement the past Holiday Season offered and are now settling into 2008. I for one am hoping against hope, as I do every year around this time, that the snowy weather is behind us and springtime right around the corner... Wishful thinking I know but then but miracles have been known to happen, right?
I would like to welcome everyone to the 2008 season of the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA! We have a very exciting season scheduled with our members educational needs in mind so please make every effort to attend, we love to see you at as many meetings as possible! As always, we promise that not only will you have fun and great food but you will certainly benefit from each and every sponsored presentation!
Our February Meeting is scheduled at Sam's for February 6th, 2008. We also have a request for Journals from one of our chapter members, Kathy Byrne. Kathy has organized a drive to benefit students in the Philippines. We would appreciate any assistance in helping Kathy in this endeavor.
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 1/7/08
Please join us for the Hudson Valley Chapter CMSA Holiday celebration!!
Please make time during this holiday season to be with us at Sam's of Gedney Way on December 5th, 2007 to start celebrating this joyous holiday season!!! Generously sponsored by Pfizer, the evening will most certainly promise to be educational with great food and fabulous fun as well! And of course there will be plenty of special of raffle gifts and holiday surprises for all attendees!!!
We look forward to seeing you all again!
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 11/20/07
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Please make time during the harvest season to accompany us to the fabulous Capital District in anticipation of seeing our Northern Case Management Partners again!! Come with us to view not only the fabulous fall foliage but help support the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA by attending our 3rd annual Capital District meeting in Albany on November 15th, generously sponsored by Roche Laboratories. All CMSA Members will attend this meeting free with a full refund at the door!! We look forward to seeing you all again!
As space is limited please make sure to reserve your spots early! See you then!
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 10/26/07
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-Rita Orlando
Posted: 10/18/07
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Alas, those warm summer days have ended and the bountiful harvest season is upon us...
Please make time during this wonderful season to help support the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA and save the date not only for our November 7, 2007 dinner meeting at Romolo's, generously sponsored by PromptCare Home Infusion, LLC., but also our 3rd annual Capital District meeting in Albany on November 15th, generously sponsored by Roche Laboratories. Please note that the notice for the Albany meeting will be sent separately later this week.
As time and space are limited please make sure to reserve your spots early! See you then!
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted: 10/15/07
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As the leaves begin to fall and the chill is on the pumpkin, Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA prepares to celebrate National Case Management Week!
Please note the attached notice for our October dinner meeting and prepare to join us for the celebration! As time and space are limited please make sure to reserve your spot early! It should prove to be very exciting to learn about Preparing for Pandemic Influenza. Also, please note the adjustment to the cost of the monthly dinner meetings. See you then!
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted 9/26/07
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It's that time again!!!
Welcome all to the 2007-2008 HV-CMSA season! It's hard to believe the summer is flying by so fast and the National CMSA Expo and Conference in Denver was already two months ago! For those of us that were lucky enough to attend, it was a wonderful opportunity to learn new information, meet new friends and reconnect with old friends. Not only was it a great conference in a wonderful city, but to top it all off the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA won National awards both for "Valuable Contributions and Innovations in Membership" and "Outstanding Membership Growth"! The board would like to thank everyone, long-time members, new members and all of the faithful supporters of the Hudson Valley Chapter. Please check out the photos on both the National and Hudson Valley website at www.hvcmsa.org. Thank-you all, we couldn't have done it without you!
Please note the attached notice for our September meeting. As time and space are limited please make sure to reserve your spot early! It should prove to be very exciting to learn of new and innovative treatments for Diabetics. Also, please note the adjustment to the cost of the monthly dinner meetings. See you then!
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted 8/20/07
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Come Cruise With Us Aboard The River Rose!
The chapter’s annual River Rose Boat Cruise down the Hudson River will be taking place on June 6th, 2007 from 6-9:00 PM. Please reserve your place early as space is limited to the first 60 paid RSVP's. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy not only the speaker and dinner but also the lovely scenery as we cruise aboard an actual riverboat! Many thanks to our generous sponsors for making this event possible!
There has also been some question regarding whether payment for advance RSVP's will be returned at this event. As indicated on the event notice, there will be a $20.00 contribution for all pre-registered attendees and $25.00 for those who register at the door. All contributions will be used to help the Chapter defray the cost of this wonderful event. We apologize for any confusion this may have presented.
HV-CMSA held a spectacular and hugely successful May dinner event last week! Taking place at a new and fabulous spot, Graziella’s in White Plains and sponsored by Allergen, Dr. Peter McAllister, Associated Neurologists of Southern Ct., P.C. presented, “Botulinum Neurotoxins: Expanding the Continuum of Care: Migraine and Spasticity.” Due to a fabulous and prompt response, over 60 attendees were treated to a four course; sit down dinner and as always, some pretty great raffle prizes. Three new members were also introduced and welcomed into the chapter.
In an effort to continue to thank our members for supporting the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA, the chapter raffled off a registration to CMSA’ s 17th Annual Conference & Expo. Congratulations to the lucky winner! The Annual Conference and Expo will be held in June, 2007 at the Hyatt Regency Denver and Colorado Convention Center, Denver, Colorado.
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted 5/13/07
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Our April dinner event last week was a huge success! Thank-you to all who were able to attend! Held at our favorite and familiar spot, Sam’s of Gedney Way in White Plains and sponsored by Hanger Prosthetics and Orthotics, we presented, “An Introduction to Prosthetics and Orthotics for the Case Manager.” Due to a fabulous and prompt response, we were forced to limit the number of attendees but those in attendance were fortunate to meet and hear Cameron Clapp share his truly inspirational story. Keep watching your e-mail for information regarding our next meeting in May!
In an effort to continue to thank our members for supporting the Hudson Valley Chapter of CMSA, we are raffling off a registration to CMSA’ s 17th Annual Conference & Expo. The Annual Conference and Expo will be held from June 19-23, 2007 at the Hyatt Regency Denver and Colorado Convention Center, Denver, Colorado. If you are a Hudson Valley Chapter member and are interested or already planning on attending the Conference in June, please enter the raffle by submitting your name and Member ID number by April 30, 2007. To enter please contact Nancy Heitman and request that you be included in the Conference raffle. Late entries will not be considered. Payment towards the registration shall be paid to the winner following attendance at the Conference and submission of a paid receipt. This award is worth the cost of a standard CMSA Member registration only. All other costs for attending the Conference shall be the sole responsibility of the winner.
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted 4/11/07
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The Hudson Valley Chapter welcomes Spring!
Our most recent event on March 7, 2007 was very well attended with 62 HV-Chapter members enjoying a fabulous presentation and dinner. Graciously sponsored by Mike Morseon of Cyberonics, Inc., Mike presented The VNS Therapy System and “Vagus Nerve Stimulation in the Treatment of Treatment Resistant Depression”. The presentation was approved for 1.0 Ceu’s and was followed by a lively and interactive question and answer period. Four new members were recruited and warmly welcomed to the Hudson Valley Chapter with one lucky new member winning a great raffle prize!
The April dinner event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at our favorite and familiar spot, Sam’s of Gedney Way in White Plains. Sponsored by Hanger Prosthetics and Orthotics, we will again be presenting our Albany outreach presentation, “An Introduction to Prosthetics and Orthotics for the Case Manager.” Due to numerous requests, we are proud to have Cameron Clapp return who will share with us his inspirational story. And as always, a delicious buffet dinner will be served so reserve your spot soon!
-Nancy Heitman, RN.C, BSN, CCM
President, HV-CMSA
Posted 3/14/07
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Dana Deravin Carr, Nurse Care Manager at Jacobi Medical Center has had an article, “Implications for Case Management: Ensuring Access and Delivery of Quality Health Care to Undocumented Immigrant Populations”, published in Lippincott’s Case Management, Volume 11, No. 4, 2006