VCNP’s state and regional leaders gathered in Richmond last weekend to develop goals for the association. There was so much energy in the room, and I’m excited for the ideas I heard during our discussions. VCNP is fortunate to be led by so many talented and committed individuals. I’m looking forward to partnering with them as VCNP continues to be the voice for NPs in Virginia!
Olivia MJ Newby, DNP, FNP-BC, CDCES, FAANP
President, VCNP Board of Directors
vcnppresident@gmail.com
VDH updates
The Virginia Department of Health recently shared updates and information about the following –
  • Infant formula shortage
  • COVID-19 boosters for children ages 5-11
  • COVID-19 treatment of high-risk outpatients
  • FDA limits use of J&J COVID-19 vaccine
  • Monkeypox
  • Expected arrival of Ukrainian refugees
NPs in the news

VCNP Blue Ridge Region President Judy Jenks discussed how a new law taking effect July 1 will change the way people can access medical cannabis in Virginia. 
Congratulations to the Health Wagon and its 7 NPs who treated double their average number of patients in 2021 and modified its core mission to make treatment of COVID-19 one of its four “pillars of care” along with medical, vision and dental. Southwest Region member Teresa Tyson is the Health Wagon’s president and CEO.
Tidewater Region member Deborah Gray was selected from over 200 previous U.S. Fulbright faculty scholars and researchers who applied to serve as a U.S. Fulbright Alumni Ambassador. Dr. Gray served as a Fulbright Scholar in 2018 and worked with the University of Botswana and the World Health Organization to expand the number of NPs in Africa and patient access for nursing and midwifery services globally.
Tidewater Region member Autumn Simmons received a grant from the City of Portsmouth through BBrands and Bloom Co-working for one year of rental assistance for her clinic’s office space. Autumn also received a grant through the Portsmouth Economic Development Authority for a 5K matching grant. Autumn owns Quickcare NP, an online healthcare provider.
Congratulations to these Graduates!
Chrystal Doyle
post-Masters Psychiatric Mental Health Certificate
Frontier Nursing University
Morgan McDowell
DNP
University of Virginia
Alysia Erin Pack
DNP & Nurse Educator post-graduate certificate program
Old Dominion University
Zahida Noor
DNP
George Mason University
Big changes coming for autonomous practice licensure
Beginning July 1, NPs will return to the 5-year experience requirement to apply for autonomous practice licensure. NPs who have their licenses before that date will be able to retain them. If you have 2 years of experience, apply now!
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