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CURRICULUM VITA
NAME: Jennifer Hopkins Matthews, PhD, RN, A-CNS, CNE, FAAN
HOME ADDRESS: P.O. Box 59 611 Zachary Taylor Highway Flint Hill, VA 22627
EMPLOYMENT ADDRESS: Shenandoah University Eleanor Wade Custer School of Nursing 1460 University Drive, HLS Building Winchester, VA 22601
TELEPHONE: Home: Business: FAX (O): E-mail:
540.675.3262 540.678.4374 540.665.5519 [email protected]; [email protected]
LICENSURE: Registered Nurse, Virginia (1974 – present (exp. 2016)) Clinical Nurse Specialist, Virginia (2000 – present (exp.2016))
CERTIFICATION: ANCC : Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist – Board Certified NLN Certified Nurse Educator
1997– present (exp. 2017) 2011 –present (exp. 2016)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Education/Academic Positions Organization Dates
Professor Shenandoah University Winchester, Virginia
2011 current
Shenandoah University IRB – Member – (Human Subjects Institutional Review Board)
Shenandoah University Winchester, Virginia
2007-present
University-level review of research proposals submitted by faculty, students, and independent researchers seeking access to Shenandoah University resources.
Faculty Evaluation Committee – Chair Led development of School committee, policies and protocols; review peer portfolios submitted for career contract and promotion
Shenandoah University School of Nursing Faculty level committee that articulates with the University level evaluation committee
2013-current
Lead Nurse Planner – assumed responsibility for unit accreditation application; awarded December 2011 (through 2014). Developed vision and strategic plan for growth
Shenandoah University School of Nursing’s Continuing Education Unit
2011-2012
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Associate Professor Shenandoah University Winchester, Virginia
2000–2010
Undergraduate and graduate courses in advanced physiology and pathophysiology, nursing management/leadership, systems management, and clinicals. Guide DNP candidates in research.
Assistant Professor Shenandoah University Winchester, Virginia
1992 -1997
Undergraduate programs in adult-geriatric populations with didactic education and clinical education.
Assistant Professor Shepherd College Shepherdstown, WVA
1977 - 1980
Associate degree program didactic and clinical courses in pediatric, adult, and geriatric nursing.
Assistant Professor Shenandoah University Winchester, Virginia
1976 -1977
Associate degree program didactic and clinical courses in pediatric, adult, and psychiatric nursing.
Administrative positions Organization Date
Director of Accreditation Program and the Magnet Nursing Services Recognition Program for Excellence in Nursing Service
American Nurses Credentialing Center / American Nurses Association (ANCC/ANA), Washington, DC
1997 -2000
Advanced the accreditation program in 5 areas: expansion of the program; integration of the new internet technology; initiation of relationships among continuing education providers; improvement of program integrity; and development of fiscal management controls. As Director of the Magnet Program, created and implemented the infrastructure and policies for program operations, quality mechanisms, education, and marketing; and facilitated the evolution of the Commission on the Magnet Program. Coined the phrase “Magnet Journey”.
Project Administrator in Research Project Planning and Execution
Institüt für Kardioväskuläre Therapie, Wiesbaden, Germany
1980 - 1986
In an independent German medical laboratory setting, conducted basic physiology research and pharmacologic trials to evaluate Phase I and II drugs. Established goals, defined parameters and protocols; supervised and instructed University of Mainz medical students in research techniques.
Director of Resident Care George Washington Residential Home for Adults. Winchester Virginia
1977 -1978
Provided and supervised nursing care to 70 residents with diagnosed mental and developmental disorders transitioning from State institutions to open less-restricted environments.
Employment in clinical settings Clinical practice positions
Organization
Date
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Per diem clinical staff nurse and clinical nurse specialist
Warren Memorial Hospital Front Royal, Virginia.
2000 -current
Expert on telemetry multispecialty unit. As CNS lead safety design of rooms for aged population.
Direct care staff nurse The Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton, Virginia
1991 - 1994
Provided and directed patient care on a progressive (telemetry) care medical nursing unit
Direct care staff nurse Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal, Virginia
1989 - 1995
Provided and directed patient care on a progressive (telemetry) care medical-surgical nursing unit.
Public Health Nurse Richmond City Public Health Department, Richmond, Virginia
1976
Coordinated and conducted geriatric wellness clinics in ethnically-diverse underserved communities.
Per diem clinical staff nurse Medical College of Virginia Hospitals; Richmond, Virginia
1974 - 1975
Provided direct patient care for patients in intensive care units; specialty medical and surgical units.
EDUCATION Institution Date
PhD in Nursing Administration and Policy
George Mason University Fairfax, Virginia
1996
Dissertation: Rural Nursing Curriculum Content and Teaching Strategies in Programs of Nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia
1996
Master of Science in Business Management
Troy State University (European Division), Wiesbaden, Germany
1984
Master of Science in Nursing focus Nursing Education and CNS (gerontology)
Medical College of Virginia Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
1976
Master’s Thesis: Foot Problems of Residents in Intermediate Care Nursing Homes: Affects on Independence and Mobility
1976
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, Virginia
1974
Publications
Journal Publications – Peer Reviewed
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Matthews, J.H., Coe, T.R., Bruflat, C., Burnett, S, Howard, P.K., and Peterson, C. (2010). The Continuum of Care: The Patient Lock Model. Policy, Politics, and Nursing Practice, 11(2), 132-139 [peer reviewed]
Matthews, J.H. (2010). When does delegating make you a supervisor? Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 15(3). 10.3912/OJIN.Vol15No02Man03. Kent State University: ANA Website. [peer reviewed]
Matthews, J. H., & Patton, R. M. (2009). The Value of Task-shifting for the Nursing Profession: Expansion of Autonomy and Roles of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the United States. Japanese Journal of International Nursing, 32(1), 24-29. [peer reviewed]
Matthews, J.H., & Haden, K. (April 23, 2007). Minimal Lift Continuing Education Module. Nursing Spectrum. (National distribution) [peer reviewed]
Lewis, C.K., & Matthews, J.H. (1998). Magnet program designates exceptional nursing services. American Journal of Nursing, 98(12), 51-52.
Bell, D.F., & Matthews, J.H. (1998). Quality and standards for accreditation of continuing nursing education. Journal of Nursing Administration, 28(12), 15-16. [peer reviewed]
Macklin, N.R., & Matthews, J.H. (1998). Ensuring value in continuing education. American Journal of Nursing, 98(4), 60-62. [peer reviewed]
Textbook Publications Chapters
Matthews, J. H. (2012). Chapter 7 Standard 4 – Planning, in The Essential Guide to Nursing Practice: Applying ANA’s Scope and Standards in Practice and Education. K.M. White & A. O’Sullivan Eds., pp 75-86. Silver Spring, MD: ANA nursesbooks.org.
Matthews, J. H. (2012). Chapters: Nursing care in: Insufficient breast milk; Ineffective childbearing process; Risk for ineffective childbearing process; Risk for neonatal jaundice; Deficient community health. In S. Ralph & C. Taylor Nursing Diagnosis Pocket Guide. Philadelphia: Lippincott, William, & Wilkins.
Matthews, J. H. (2009). Risk for Bleeding. In S. Ralph & C. Taylor Nursing Diagnosis Pocket Guide. Philadelphia: Lippincott, William, & Wilkins.
Matthews, J. H. (2008). Nursing care of individual at risk for liver impairment. In S. Ralph & C. Taylor, Eds. Nursing Diagnosis Reference Manual (7th ed). Philadelphia: Lippincott, William, & Wilkins.
Matthews, J. H. (2007). Patient Safety. In R. Craven & C. Hirnle, Eds. Fundamentals of Nursing, 5th Edition. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins.
Matthews, J. H. (2005). Nursing care of patient with fluid and electrolyte disorders. In S. Ralph & C. Taylor, Eds. Nursing Diagnosis Reference Manual (6th ed). Springhouse, Pa: Springhouse.
Matthews, J. H. (2004). Care of the Individual with Chronic Disorders of the Brain, In L. Neal and S. Guillet, Eds. Care of the Adult with a Chronic Illness or Disability. St. Louis: Elsevier-Mosby.
Nursing Publications
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Matthews, J.H. (August 2010). A Continuous State of Readiness: Life Long Learning. Virginia Nurses Today, 18(3). p. 7
Matthews, J. H. (May 2010). Career Advancement: The BSN adds value to the profession. Virginia Nurses Today, 18(2). p. 7
Matthews, J. H. (November 2009). Preparation for the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX®). Virginia Nurses Today, 17(4), p. 19
Matthews, J. H. (August 2009). Nurse Educators as Specialists in Nursing Professional Development. Virginia Nurses Today, 17(3), p. 8-9
Matthews, J. H. (April 2009). Nurses as Teachers. Virginia Nurses Today 17(2), p. 11
Matthews, J. H. (February, 2009). How to become a Nurse: Our succession planning. Virginia Nurses Today, 17(1), 10-11. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association
Matthews, J. H. (December 2008). Its LACEd together: The Education and Regulatory Model Consensus for APRNs. Virginia Nurses Today, 16(4), 4. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association.
Matthews, J. H. (August 2008). Learning What It Takes to Be a Nurse Educator. Virginia Nurses Today, 16(3), 4. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association
Matthews, J. H. (May 2008). Heritage and Future – Green Healthy Work Environments. Virginia Nurses Today, 16(2), 9. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association
Matthews, J. H. (February 2008). Safe Handling and Movement in the Nursing Curriculum. Virginia Nurses Today, 16(1), 11. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association
Matthews, J. H. (October 2007). Nursing Education and Competence. Virginia Nurses Today, 15(4), 17. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association
Matthews, J. H. (February 2007). Caring for Annie. Virginia Nurses Today, 15(1), 9-10. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association.
Matthews, J. H. (November 2006). Nursing practice and responsibility for patient safety: A collaborative approach to assure patient safety and decrease nurse fatigue. Virginia Nurses Today, 14(4), pp. 14-15. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association.
Matthews, J. H. (November 2006). Nursing Practice and Responsibility for patient Safety: A collaborative approach to assure patient safety and decrease nurse fatigue. Virginia Nurses Today, 14(4), pp. 14-15.
Matthews, J. H. (September, 2006) Nurses’ stories wanted: I give you permission to write. Virginia Nurses Today, 14(3). p. 11. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association.
Matthews, J. H. (September 2006). Nursing Practice: Caring for nurses: Caring for ourselves, caring for our own – support for tobacco cessation. Virginia Nurses Today, 14(3). p. 12. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association.
Morton N. K. & Matthews, J. H. (June 2006). Medicare Part D – A mixed blessing for Virginia’s mentally disabled. Virginia Nurses Today, 14(2). pp. 22-23. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association.
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Matthews, J. H. (February, 2006). Safe Nurse Practice - Protecting ourselves: Saving our careers: Caring for our Patients. Virginia Nurses Today, 14(1), p. 16. Richmond: VNA
Matthews, J. H. (January 2006). Perspectives of the evolving roles for nurses. (Coordinator of a Forum of Experts). Virginia Nurses Today, 13(4). pp. 13-16. Richmond, VA: Virginia Nurses Association.
Matthews, J. H., (Sept, 2005). Point of Care Practice Provider: the Clinical Nurse Leader, Virginia Nurses Today, 13(3), p. 19. Richmond: Virginia Nurses Association
Matthews, J. H. (May 2005). Information about a practice-focused doctorate. Virginia Nurses Today, 13(2), p. 17. Richmond: Virginia Nurses Association.
Matthews, J. H. (February, 2005). The National Database on Nursing Quality Indicators. Virginia Nurses Today, 13(1), p. 21. Richmond: Virginia Nurses Association
Research-based publications – Internationally Peer-Reviewed
Original Publications from Original Clinical Research Studies
deMay, C., Matthews, J. H., Butzer, R., Schroeter, V., & Belz, G.G. (1992). Agreement and reproducibility of the estimates of cardiovascular function by impedance cardiography and M-mode echocardiography in healthy subjects. British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 34, 88-92. (basic physiology conducted in Germany)
Stern, H. C., Matthews, J. H., & Belz, G. G. (1986). Intrinsic and reflex actions of verapamil and nifedipine: Assessment in normal subjects by non-invasive techniques and autonomic blockade. European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 29, 541-47. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz G. G., Wistuba, S., & Matthews, J. H. (1986). Digoxin and bepridil: Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic interactions. Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 39(1), 65-71. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Wellstein, A., Palm, D., Matthews, J. H., & Belz, G. G. (1985). In vitro receptor occupancy allows to establish equieffective doses of beta-blockers with different pharmacodynamic profiles in Man. Investigations with propranolol and bufuralol. Methodology and Findings in Experimental Pharmacology, 7(12), 645-51. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz, G. G., Matthews, J. H., Beck, A., Wagner, G., & Schneider, B. (1985). Hemodynamic effects of nicorandil, isosorbide dinitrate, and dihydralazine in healthy volunteers. Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology, 7, 1107-1112. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz, G. G., Matthews, J. H., Graf, D., Stern, H. C., Bachmann, R. M., Belz, G., Steinijans, V. W., & Palm, D. (1985). Dynamic responses to intravenous urapadil and dihydralazine in normal subjects. Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 37, 48-54. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
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Belz, G. G., Matthews, J. H., Longerich, S., Butzer, R., Voelger, K. D. (1985). Epinephrine infusion decreases magnesium plasma concentrations in humans. Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology, 7, 1205-06. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Stern, H., Matthews, J. H., & Belz, G. G. (1984). Influence of dihydralazine induced afterload reduction on systolic time intervals and echocardiography in healthy subjects. British Heart Journal, 52, 435-39. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz, G. G., Matthews, J. H., Heinrich, J., & Wagner, G. (1984). Controlled comparison of the pharmacodynamic effects of nicorandil (SG-75) and isosorbide dinitrate in man. European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 26, 681-85. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz, G. G., Zehender, M., & Matthews, J. H., (1984). Kardioväskuläre Wirkung von Carteolol und Propranolol bei orthostatischer Belastung. in Therapie der koronaren Herzkrankheit mit beta-rezeptorenblockern: Pharmakodynamische und pharmakokinetische Aspekte. vol 4, pp 37-40; D. Palm Editor. perimed Fachbuch-Verlagsgesellschaft GmbH: Frankfurt/M, W. Germany (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz, G. G., Matthews, J. H., Sauer, U., Stern, H., & Schneider, B. (1984) Pharmacodynamic effects of ouabain following single sublingual and intravenous doses in normal subjects. European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 26, 287-92. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz, G. G., Matthews, J. H., & Zehender, M. (1983). Non-invasive assessment of cardiac function curves in clinical pharmacology by systolic time intervals and echocardiography. Methodology and Findings in Experimental Clinical Pharmacology, 5(8): 529-32. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz, G. G., Doering, W., Munkes, R., & Matthews, J. H. (1983). Interaction between digoxin and calcium antagonists and antiarrhythmic drugs. Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 33, 410-17. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Belz, G. G., Doering, W., Aust, P. E., Heinz, M., Matthews, J. H., & Schneider, B. (1982). Quinidine-digoxin interaction: Cardiac efficacy of elevated serum digoxin concentration. Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 32 548-54. (clinical pharmacology conducted in Germany)
Grants Organization Date
Project Title: Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders Among the Mature Nursing Workforce in Virginia Position – Matthews, J.H. Content Area Expert and Primary Disseminator of Education Programs ------$10,000
Center for the American Nurse administered by the Virginia Nurses Association
2006-2007
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Awards/Honors Organization Date
Nurse Legacy Award; inaugural award recipient
ValleyHealth System May 06, 2014
Inducted as a Fellow into the American Academy of Nursing
American Academy of Nursing Washington, DC
October 15, 2011
VNA Outstanding Member of the Year 2010 appreciation for dedication to Nurses and the VNA
Virginia Nurses Association Richmond Virginia
September 17, 2010
Key Awards Committee Member of the Rho Pi Committee that submitted the application
2009 STTI Chapter Key Award Biennial STTI Convention Indianapolis, Indiana
November 1, 2009
2008 Outstanding Nurse Alumnus Award for VCU
VCU School of Nursing Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, Virginia
April 12, 2008
2007 Recipient of the Rho Pi Excellence in Nursing Practice
Rho Pi Chapter Sigma Theta Tau. Shenandoah University, Winchester
April 27, 2007
Professional Activities
Policy Analysis; Influence; Application
Organization and Policy Date
Chair Committee on Bylaw
American Nurses Association February 2013 – June 2014
Committee on Bylaw Member
ANA
Principles of Documentation (revision)
ANA Congress of Nursing Practice and Economics
Sept 2009- June 2010
Taskforce Chair for the Principles of Documentation Statement.
Continuum of Care – The Patient Lock Model
ANA Congress of Nursing Practice and Economics
Sept 2007-June 2010
Taskforce Chair to develop a continuum of care model that centers the patient as the focus of care and depicts care providers practicing to their scopes of practice
Registered Nurse Utilization of Nursing Assistive Personnel in All Settings
ANA Congress of Nursing Practice and Economics
January 2007
Taskforce Lead Member; assignment in the development of new position statement for ANA.
Joint Resolution for Virginia Magnet Hospitals L Herdegan, T Haller, J Matthews
The Virginia General Assembly State Capitol Richmond, Virginia
February 2007
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Collaborated with Virginia Nurses Association officials to create a Joint Resolution publically commending the Virginia Magnet Hospitals.
Member Congress (elected) ANA Congress of Nursing Practice and Economics
2006 - 2010
Policy Analysis; Influence; Application
Organization Date
Wrote an extensive Self-Study report for the Continuing Education Approver Unit (February 2010) for accreditation by ANCC-Commission on Accreditation. Awarded the full four-year accreditation
Virginia Nurses Association Commission on Nursing Education
August 2010
Wrote an extensive Self-Study report for the Continuing Education Provider Unit (February 2010) for accreditation by ANCC-Commission on Accreditation.
Virginia Nurses Association Commission on Nursing Education
Proposed Regulations Governing the Registration of Medication Aides by the Virginia Board of Nursing
Virginia Nurses Association Richmond, Virginia
August 2006
At request of VNA BOD, provided research about “Medication Aides” in Assisted Living Facilities.
Position Statement: Restructuring and Redesigning Nurses’ Work Environments Recommendations and Analysis
Center for American Nurses Silver Spring, Maryland
May 2006
At the request Center’s leadership, provided analysis and substantive revision to the statement.
Position Statement. Registered Nurse Utilization of Nursing Assistive Personnel
Center for American Nurses Silver Spring, Maryland
May 2006
At the request Center’s leadership, provided analysis and substantive revision to the statement.
Position Statement Opposition to Mandatory Overtime
Center for American Nurses Silver Spring, Maryland
May 2006
At the request Center’s leadership, provided analysis and revision for the final statement.
VNA Resolutions for the VNA Delegate Assembly - Creating a Minimal Lift Environment in Virginia - Safe Patient Care: Minimize RN fatigue and eliminate mandatory overtime - Healthy Nurses: Smoking Cessation for Virginia Nurses
Virginia Nurses Association (VNA) Delegate Assembly Richmond, Virginia
October 2005
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Researched and developed 3 policy resolutions accepted by the VNA Delegates. The Minimal Lift Environment resolution moved to the Virginia Hospital Association for support and dissemination.
The Five Year Comprehensive Plan for Rappahannock County
Commissioner, Planning Commission County of Rappahannock, Virginia
October 2004
Over an 18-month period, the Commissioners conducted six rural community town hall meetings; open sessions; culminating in a 5-year plan. As the healthcare expert, provided input regarding health needs.
Analyses and application of the State Medical Facilities Plan (SMFP) including the Certificate of Public Need (COPN)
Commonwealth of Virginia: Northwestern Health Systems Planning Agency, Member and Secretary of the Planning Agency Charlottesville, Virginia
1992-1998
Determination of policies in not-for-profit healthcare environment and analyzed the information for COPN decisions. Participated in regional community health policy forums in rural Virginia.
Professional service Organization Date
AAN Expert Panel Member –Building Health Care System Excellence
American Academy of Nursing 2011-currrent
Magnet Appraiser American Nurses Credentialing Center / The Magnet Program
January 2001 - present
As a Senior Magnet Appraiser assigned mostly as team leader and mentor. As team leader, set the pace for the review of documents and coordinate communications among all stakeholders.
Appraiser/Expert International healthcare experience
The Magnet Program - International March 2009-present
Appointed to the International Magnet Advisory Taskforce to provide insight into the international healthcare and nursing environments; provide recommendations to expand into international markets.
Appraiser/Expert The Magnet Program – Pathways to Excellence
July- Aug 2008
Requested by ANCC leadership to analyze and critique standards for Pathways to Excellence Program
Appraiser/Taskforce Expert in Magnet Content
The Magnet Program April – Aug 2008
Led a task force in development of Magnet Criteria Evaluation for appraiser inter-rater reliability. Product was the Jan. 2009 web-based appraiser learning module for the Empirical Outcomes Model
Appraiser/Expert Expert in Magnet Content
The Magnet Program March 2008
Lead for a two-appraiser team selected to recommend to the Commission the organization requirements for Re-Designation Criteria for the Empirical Outcomes Model (2008 Manual)
Appraiser/Expert Expert Magnet and Safe Patient Handling Settings
The Magnet Program January – March 2008
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Requested by Magnet Leadership to represent the Magnet Program at the Safe Patient Handling Conference – 8th National Conference. Podium presentation to 1000 health care professionals.
Appraiser/Expert Expert and writer
The Magnet Program December 2007
Requested by program leadership for an article targeting student nurses, explaining the benefits of employment in “Magnet Hospitals”; published through StuNurse.Com journal.
Appraiser/Expert Education design/evaluation
The Magnet Program November 2007
At staff request, provided comment for the revised version for the 2008 Empirical Outcomes Model
Appraiser/Expert Education design
The Magnet Program January 2007
Requested by Magnet leadership to develop the Magnet Appraiser Evaluation Component in the Training Module. Focused efforts to achieve appraiser evaluation and inter-rater reliability.
Appraiser/Expert Education design and technology application
The Magnet Program May-July 2006
Led a two member taskforce to create the learning content for the Appraiser Training Module course through challenge situations/items and scenarios of an on-site appraisal.
Appraiser/Taskforce Expert in education design, and magnet, web technology
The Magnet Program January - July 2006
Taskforce to create a framework on feasibility of internet based appraiser training implementation.
Appraiser/Taskforce member The Magnet Program April – Aug 2006
Taskforce expert advisory member to eliminate redundancies in the application Sources of Evidence.
Appraiser/Taskforce member The Magnet Program 2004
Task force member to develop the concept of the axes of compliance – the triaxial framework. In the new Forces of Magnetism, developed the rating scale, scoring, and the weighting of the criteria.
Appraiser/Taskforce member The Magnet Program 2004
Member of the Task Force to enable the transition from magnet standards to the Forces of Magnetism
Appraiser/Expert technology and databases
The Magnet Program 2002-2007
Based on 1998 design plans, the magnet operations analyst developed databases for the demographic data. Provided testing of offline platforms and trialed systems functionality and logistics.
Expert The Magnet Program 2002-2004
As immediate past-director consulted with incoming Magnet Program Director for customer recovery
Professional service Organization Date
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The Commission on Accreditation and the CMA Advisory Group
ANCC Accreditation Program Commission on Accreditation (COA)
May 2009 - 2011
Selected as the Mid-Atlantic Region representative; provide feedback to the COA on needs of the CMA accreditation units, impact of COA policy changes, and current needs in nursing education.
Nursing Skills Competency Program Expert in education design
ANCC Accreditation Program December 2009- 2011
Requested by leadership to be a NSCP Reviewer as Expert in Educational Design
Professional & Editorial service
Organization Date
Editorial Advisory Board ANA Online Journal of Issues in Nursing 2009- Jan 2014
Invited by ANA President Patton to serve on the 2009-2011 OJIN Editorial Advisory Board.
Editor and content expert Universitätsklinikum, University of Freiburg Freiburg, Germany
2010-2011
Editorial consultant for scientific research manuscripts for submission in English language publications
Editor and project research manager
Zentrum für Kardioväskuläre Pharmakologie, Wiesbaden, Germany
1986 - 2002
Editorial consultant for scientific research manuscripts for submission in English language publications
Writer and editor for research projects conducted in the Institüt
Institüt für Kardioväskuläre Therapie, Wiesbaden, Germany
1980-1986
Editor in the formulation of text, origin of the written English script, translation of script from German to English, and/or the editorial revisions in these publications Stern, H. C., Wolf, G. K., & Belz, G. G. (1985). Comparative measurements of left ventricular ejection
time by mechano-, echo-, and electrical impedance cardiography. Arzneimittle-Forschung/Drug Research, 35, 1582-86.
Belz, G. G., Stern, H. C., & Butzer, R. (1985). Dose-response following single administrations of a new cardiac performance enhancer RO13-6438 in normal volunteers. Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology, 7, 86-90.
Stern, H. C., Konetschny, J., Herrmann, L., Säwe, U., & Belz, G. G. (1985). Cardiovascular effects of single doses of the antidepressants amitriptyline and lofepramine in healthy subjects. Pharmacopsychiatry, 18, 272-77.
Belz, G. G., & Spies, G., (1985). Kontrollierte Studie zur Behandlung der Hypertonie mit Verapamil in Retardform. Zeitschrift fuer Kardiologie, 74, 453-59.
Alken, R. G., & Belz, G. G. (1984). A comparative dose-effect study with cardiac glycosides assessing cardiac and extracardiac responses in normal subjects. Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology, 6, 634-40.
Belz, G. G., Aust, P.E., Belz, G., Appel, E., Palm, D. (1982). Sympathomimetic effects of amezinium on the cardiovascular system and plasma catecholamines in man. European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 23, 15-20.
Aust, P.E., Belz, G. G., Belz, G., Koch, W. (1982). Comparison of impedance cardiography and echocardiography for measurement of stroke volume. European Journal of Clincal
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Pharmacology, 23, 475-77. Belz, G. G., Aust, P.E., Doering, W., Heinz, M., & Schneider, B. (1982). Pharmacodynamics of a single
dose of quinidine during chronic digoxin treatment: A randomized double blind placebo and sparteine-controlled crossover study. European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 22, 117-22.
Belz, G. G., Aust, P.E., & Schneider, B. (1981). Time course of the effects of single intravenous doses
of digitoxin and digoxin in normal volunteers. Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology, 3, 1116-25
Belz, G. G., Aust, P.E., & Munkes, R. (1981, April 11). Digoxin plasma concentrations and nifedipine [Letter to the Editor]. Lancet, 844-45.
Wolf, G. K., & Belz, G. G. (1981). Methods of frequency-correction for systolic time intervals. Basic Research in Cardiology, 76, 182-88.
Belz, G. G. (1981). Rubidium Uptake in Erythrocytes. In Greeff (Ed.) Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology, vol. 56/I. Chapter 7, SpringerVerlag: Berlin.
Belz, G.G., Aust, P.E, & Belz, G. (1981). Doppelblindstudie über die Hämodynamischen Wirkungen von Amizinium Metilsulfat bei Patienten mit orthostatischer Kreislaufregulationsstörung. Zeitschrift für Kardiologie, 70, 706-12.
Abstracts Belz, G. G., Alken, R. G., Hägele, K. D., Meinicke, T., Belz, G., & Schechter, P. J. (March 1984).
Pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic studies of MDL 17, 043, a new cardiotonic agent. Abstract published at the 85th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, San Diego, CA.
Zehender, M., Treese, N., Kasper, W., Pop, T., & Meinertz, T. (1982). Effectiveness and tolerance in long-term treatment with flecaninide. Abstract published at the 58th Scientific Session of the American Heart Association, Dallas, Texas.
Belz, G . G., Doering, W., Aust, P.E., Heinz, M., & Belz, G. (1981). Quinidine-digoxin interaction: a crossover double blind study on cardiac efficacy of increasing serum digoxin concentrations. Abstract published at the 54th Scientific Session of the American Heart Association, Dallas, TX
Belz, G. G., Doering, W., Munkes, R., Aust, P. E., & Belz, G. (1981). Effects of various calcium antagonists on blood level and renal clearance of digoxin. Abstract published at the 54th Scientific Session of the American Heart Association, Dallas, Texas.
Professional Activities Clinical practice positions
Organization
Date
Per diem clinical staff nurse and clinical nurse specialist
Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal, VA 2000-present
Telemetry multispecialty unit. As CNS, lead for safety redesign of rooms for aged population.
Direct care staff nurse The Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton, Virginia 1991 -1994
Provided and directed patient care on progressive (telemetry) care medical nursing unit
Direct care staff nurse Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal, VA 1989 -1995
Provided and directed patient care on progressive (telemetry) care medical-surgical nursing unit
Public Health Nurse Richmond City Public Health Department 1976
Coordinated and conducted geriatric wellness clinics in ethnically diverse underserved communities
Per diem clinical staff nurse Medical College of Virginia Hospitals 1974-1975
Provided direct patient care for patients in intensive care units, specialty medical and surgical units.
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Presentations and Poster Sessions Presentation Organization and Venue Date
Poster McCone – Chief Nurse in Hell’s Half Acre - Journey to the Hall of Fame. J Matthews, R Myers
Virginia Nurses Association Education Day Fall Conference Richmond, Virginia
September 18, 2013
Presentation McCone – A Nurse from Hell’s Half Acre. J Matthews, J Carter
Rho Pi- STTI-Research and Scholarship at Shenandoah University Winchester Virginia
April 26-2013
Poster Using Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) Methodology in building a Wicket Ambulatory Care Clinic J Langdon, O Banjo, P Prahlad, J Matthews
Rho Pi- STTI-Research and Scholarship at Shenandoah University Winchester Virginia
April 26-2013
Local honor society chapters of STTI supporting research J Matthews, J Smith
Rho Pi Annual Meeting Shenandoah University Winchester, Virgina
September 12, 2012
Advancing Safe and Quality Healthcare: A Global Priority J Matthews, D Korniewicz, J Duffy, L Garzon
International Council of Nurses Conference at Malta; May 2011 an 80-minute symposium
May 7,2011
Interlocked Factors in Delivering Quality Health – The Patient Lock Continuum of Care Model JH Matthews, TR Coe, CM Bruflat, S Burnett, PK Howard, & C Peterson
International Council of Nurses Conference at Malta; May 2011 an 80-minute symposium
May 5, 2011
Autoimmune Disorders: Disease, Coping, and Treatments S Lin; J Matthews, M Morrow, B Tebbenhoff
Creative Scholarship Day Shenandoah University Winchester, Virginia presentation for university-wide audience
March 26, 2008
Linking Safe Patient Handling and Movement to Magnet™ Recognition Status.
8th Annual Safe Patient Handling and Movement Conference. Orlando Florida
March 08, 2008
Handle with Care Safely Providing Patient Care Protecting Perioperative Nurses
AORN Chapter 4706 Fall Workshop Warrenton, Virginia
November 17, 2007
Handle with Care – Minimal Lift Environments
Patrick Henry Community College Martinsville, Virginia (Center for American Nurses – grant)
April 13, 2007
Writing Your Own Stories S Ralph, J Matthews, S Rawls-Bryce
VNA District 12 Nurses Association Winchester Medical Center Winchester Virginia
April 10, 2007
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Magnet Hospitals and the VNA: Making the Connection S Gibson, J Matthews, T Haller (invitation)
1st Nursing Excellence Seminar for the Commonwealth of Virginia Nursing Magnets Host -The University of Virginia Health System Charlottesville, Virginia
March 28, 2007
Design and Implementation of Minimal Lift Environment. J Matthews & K Johnson
Winchester Medical Center, Winchester, VA (Center for American Nurses – grant outcome)
February 13, 2007
Magnet Journey to Excellence: Pride and Practice for Nursing Excellence
City Hospital Nurses and Leadership on the Journey Martinsburg, West Virginia
May 08, 2006
Minimal Lift Environments: Leadership for Safety.
Research and Professional Development Day. Rho Pi Chapter Sigma Theta Tau, International. Shenandoah University, Winchester, Virginia (Center for American Nurses – grant)
April 28, 2006
Minimal Lift Environments: Leadership for Safety
Research and Professional Day Pi Mu Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, International. James Madison University, Harrisonburg Virginia (Center for American Nurses – grant outcome)
April 12, 2006
Nurse Collaboration on the Quality Initiative Team
Virginia Health Quality Center – Appropriate Care to Virginians (representing the VNA) Richmond, Virginia
March 07, 2006
The Center for American Nurses –Workplace Advocacy for Nurses
District 12 -Virginia Nurses Association Shenandoah University, Winchester, Virginia
February 07, 2005
Warren Memorial Hospital and the Planetree Model: A Humanistic Environment in a Rural Health Care Setting J Matthews, L Norton, P Stoneburner
Research Day Rho Pi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau Shenandoah University Winchester Virginia
April 02, 2004
Camp MED: Mentoring Everyone’s Dreams L Norton, J Matthews
Rho Pi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, Shenandoah University, Winchester Virginia. Poster Presentation
April 02, 2004
The Magnet Program – Highlighting Excellence
Research Day, Rho Pi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, Shenandoah University, Winchester Virginia
April 24, 2003
The Magnet Evolution to Excellence
District 12, Virginia Nurses Association Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA
April 07, 2003
Leadership in Magnet Hospitals J Jones-Schenk, S Englebardt, S Goldberg, J Matthews
Fourth Magnet Conference University of Washington, Seattle, Washington (presented by Englebardt)
March 2000
Changes in the ANCC Accreditation Program D Bell & J Matthews
Nurse Educator and Staff Development Conference, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
October 1999
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Understanding Quality Health Care Environments: Perspectives from the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Commission
The Healing Web and Caring Communities Quincy, Illinois Jo Ellen Koerner, Host and moderator
October 29, 1999
A Conceptual Framework for Accrediting Organizations Providing & Approving Nursing Continuing Education: The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Accreditation Program
C Lewis, J Matthews, and M Smolenski
Abstract accepted; presentation developed Victoria, Australia [Unable to be presented due to travel budget constraints]
September 1999
The Magnet Program: An Overview C Lewis & J Matthews
The International Council of Nurses Leadership and Achievement London, England UK
June 1999
Leadership and Achievement through the Magnet Nursing Services Recognition Program. C Lewis & J Matthews
International Congress Presented by J Jones-Schenk & S Englebardt, Stockholm, Sweden
May 1999
The Magnet Nursing Recognition Program: Benefits and Process S Englebardt & J Matthews
Two day workshop presentation for the North Carolina Nurses Association Ocean Isle, North Carolina
May 1999
ANCC and the Magnet Program Panel presentation to Johns Hopkins School of Student Nurses, ANA HQ Washington, DC
May 1999
The Magnet Nursing Recognition Program S Englebardt. & J Matthews
Third Magnet Conference Hackensack Medical Center Hackensack, New Jersey
April 1999
Weaving the Tapestry of Nursing Education: ANCC’s Accreditation S Wilson & J Matthews
Nurse Educator - Staff Development Conference Seattle Washington
October 1998
ANCC Accreditation and the National Perspective
Ohio Nurses Association Nurse Educator’s Conference; Columbus, Ohio
September 1998
The ANCC Accreditation System and the Structure of the ANCC Organization J Matthews & C Lewis
ANA National Convention San Diego, California
June 1998
Magnet Recognition: Understanding the Application Process
Second Magnet Conference St. Joseph’s Hospital Atlanta, Georgia
April 30 - May 1 1998
Overview of the ANCC Accreditation System and the LSNA Continuing Education Program
Louisiana Nurses Association Nurse Educator’s Conference New Orleans, Louisiana
December 1997
Accreditation of Nursing Continuing Education Providers S Wilson & J Matthews
Nurse Educator and Staff Development Conference Indianapolis, Indiana
October 1997
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Mechanographic and echocardiographic measurements of hemodynamic effects of nicorandil, isosorbide dinitrate (ISDN), and dihydralazine in healthy subjects JH Matthews & GG Belz
Podium Presentation Fourth European Conference on Mechanocardiography Budapest, Hungary
September 1985
Patterns of Systolic Time Interval Changes during varying inotropic, preload, and afterload conditions GG Belz & JH Matthews
Poster Presentation Fourth European Conference on Mechanocardiography Budapest, Hungary
September 1985
Pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic interactions between digoxin and bepridil. GG Belz, S Wistuba, HC Stern, JH Matthews
Presentation 86th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutic San Antonio, Texas.
March 1985
Hemodynamic effects of nicorandil in comparison with ISDN and dihydralazine GG Belz, JH Matthews, and G Wagner
Presentation International Nicorandil Symposium Tokyo, Japan (Belz presented)
February 1985
Non-invasive assessment of nicorandil (SG-75) pharmacodynamics in healthy subjects: Double blind placebo controlled crossover study. GG Belz, JH Matthews, and J Heinrich
Presentation Annual Congress of the South African Pharmacological Society (subsequent abstract published in South African Journal of Science 1985; 81: 328) (Belz presented)
November 1984
Hämodynamische Effekte von Verapamil, und Nifedipin unter vegetativer Blockade. HC Stern, JH Matthews, and GG Belz
Presentation Deutsche Gesellschaft für Herz- und Kreislaufforschung: Herbstagung, Ulm/Neu-Ulm, West Germany.
Mai 1983
Wirkungen von Alkohol 7 Tage nach einer Einzeldosis von Nitrefazol am Menschen. R Düsing, J Matthews, H Heyer, E Appel, P Zimmermann, D Palm, and GG Belz
Poster session Deutsche Pharmakologische Gesellschaft und Deutsche Physiologische Gesellschaft beim Gemeinsame Frühjahrstagung Frankfurt/M, West Germany.
März 1983
Non-invasive assessment of cardiac function curves in clinical pharmacology by systolic time intervals and echocardiography GG Belz, J Matthews, MZehender
Presentation Sechstes Bobenheimer Allerheiligengespräch, Bobenheim, (BRD) W. Germany
November 1982
Systolic time intervals and echocardiography. GG Belz, M Zehender, J Heinrich, JH Matthews, & D Palm
Presentation 2nd European Congress on Mechanocardiography Strasbourg, France
September 1982
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Nahrungsmitteleinfluß auf systolische Zeitintervalle und Electrokardiogramm
J Heinrich, M Zehender, J Matthews, GG Belz, R Haag, and GK Wolf
Presentation Driete Kolliquim: Systolische Zeitintervalle Graal Mritz (DDR) East Germany (Belz presented)
Mai 1982
Elektrokardiogramm und STI unter passiver Orthostase und positiv/negativ -inotroper Stimulation. GG Belz, M Zehender, J Matthews, J Heinrich, R Haag, GK Wolf
Presentation Driete Kolliquim: Systolische Zeitintervalle Graal Mritz (DDR) East Germany (Belz presented)
Mai 1982
Cardiac responses to beta-adrenergic blockade during orthostatic stress: Comparative study with intravenous propranolol and carteolol
GG Belz, J Matthews and M Zehender
Presentation 83rd Annual Meeting of the American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics Orlando, Florida
March 1982
Digoxin-antiarrhythmics: Pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic studies with quinidine, propafenone, and verapamil GG Belz, J H Matthews, W Doering, & G Belz
Presentation 83rd Annual Meeting of the American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics Orlando, Florida
March 1982
Interviews by Media Organization Date
Continuing education, continuing debate: Should it be mandatory? J Matthews interview by M Hawke
Nursing Spectrum June 29, 1998, pp. 4-5, 23 June 1998
Magnet Wards recognize best nursing practices. J Matthews interview by L Boehret
Healthcare Benchmarks June 1998, pp. 80-81 June 1998
Four N.J. Hospitals attract Magnet Status
J Matthews interview by CR Chernack
The Star-Ledger, Friday May 1, 1998 Newark, New Jersey
May 1, 1998
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital: A magnet for nursing excellence
J Matthews interview by ME Bezyack
Nursing Spectrum (Spring 1998) Spring 1998
Magnet Nursing Services: A concept whose time has come J Matthews interview by G Brickman
Nursing Spectrum, May 18, 1998. May 18, 1998
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N.J. Hospitals vie to be “magnets” for nursing care J Matthews interview by Knight Ridder/Tribune
The Baltimore Sun. Thursday February 5, 1998, p. 8B
February 5, 1998
“Magnet hospitals” tout nursing quality as they meet new, stricter standards; some facilities are making a point to showcase their distinction. J Matthews interview by M Uhlman
Philadelphia Inquirer Newspaper December 6, 1997, edition D, p. A01.
December 6, 1997
Community Contributions Organization Date
Clinical Nurse Specialist Free Medical Clinic of Rappahannock County, Virginia
2000-present
Only health professional of a citizen’s group to develop a Free Medical Clinic for access to health care in a rural county. As CNS, provided leadership in initial start-up; serve in twice monthly clinic schedule.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Healthy Aging Rappahannock Rappahannock County, Virginia
2006- present
Serve as geriatric expert to interdisciplinary Community Agencies involved in geriatric population. Content expert and primary presenter at local workshops on caring for dependent individuals at home.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Rappahannock County Clinic Advisory Board Rappahannock County, Virginia
2001-present
Serve as nurse and expert in health issues to identify strategies to serve the rural medical clinic.
Nurse and Merit Badge Counselor
Boy Scouts of America, Troop 36, Rappahannock County, Virginia
2004- present
Serve as Merit Badge Counselor for Personal Fitness; a three month program supervising and guiding Scouts in social, mental/emotional, spiritual, physical health, and physical fitness.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Fauquier County Free Clinic Advisory Board Warrenton, Virginia
2001-2004
Served on a Bi-county (Fauquier and Rappahannock) Clinic’s BOD meeting quarterly to manage needs and issues in the program operations of the Free Clinics.
Member/Vice Chairperson Free Medical Clinic of Rappahannock County, Virginia
1990- present
Appointed by the Circuit Court Judge to the BZA, a quasi-judicial board, that determines land use and variances required by fellow county citizens. Considered a lay-expert in zoning because of BZA service.
Member Planning Commission Rappahannock County, Virginia
2002 to Jan 2005
Appointed member from the BZA to a 7- member commission that determines county planning policy in land use. Involved in data collection, analysis, and writing of the County’s 5-Year Comprehensive Plan.
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Professional Memberships Position/Offices held
Organization Dates
American Nurses Association and the Virginia Nurses Association 1994-current
Member and liaison to the Legislative Coalition of Virginia Nurses – policy-advising committee uniting Va nurses
Virginia Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists Richmond, Virginia
2012-current
ANCC Accreditation Regional Representative to the CMA Advisory Group
American Nurses Credentialing Center Silver Spring, Maryland
June 2009 - 2011
Taskforce Chair –Principles of Documentation (revision)
Congress of Nursing Practice and Economics Silver Spring, Maryland
September 2009-June 2010
Taskforce Chair, for the Congress Continuum of Nursing Practice
Congress of Nursing Practice and Economics Silver Spring, Maryland
Feb 2007- June 2010
Elected at the national ANA House of Delegates; 4-year term
ANA Congress of Nursing Practice and Economics, Silver Spring, Maryland
June 2006 – June 2010
Hall of Fame Committee Member Virginia Nurses Association Richmond, Virginia
June 2009- present
Elected VNA delegate to the ANA House of Delegates (June, 2006)
Virginia Nurses Association Richmond, Virginia
October 2005 -July 2006
VNA Nominations Committee Virginia Nurses Association Richmond, Virginia
September 2012-2014
VNA State Commissioner on Nursing Education
Virginia Nurses Association Richmond, Virginia
October 2007 - 2010
VNA State Commissioner on Nursing Practice
Virginia Nurses Association Richmond, Virginia
October 2004 October 2006
VNA State Board of Directors Virginia Nurses Association Richmond, Virginia
October 2004 - 2010
VNA Board of Directors, District Chapter 12 Association
District 12 Nurses Association (VNA) Winchester, Virginia
July 2006 - present
President District 12 Nurses Association (VNA) Winchester, Virginia
October 2004 - June 2006
Vice President/President-Elect District 12 Nurses Association (VNA) Winchester, Virginia
October 2002 October 2004
American Academy of Nursing
Expert Panel Member –Building Health Care System Excellence
2011 - present
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Sigma Theta Tau, International 1998-present
Chapter Board of Directors, Chair Awards Committee Co-Chair Chair Awards Committee
Rho-Pi Chapter, STTI Shenandoah University Winchester Virginia
2007-present 2001-present
Committee to achieve creation of new STTI chapter
Rho Pi, STTI chartered April 2002 at Shenandoah University Winchester Virginia
2000 - 2002
Board of Directors and Nominations Committee
Epsilon Zeta Chapter, STTI George Mason University, Fairfax Virginia
1998 - 2000
Other Professional Organizations
Member Virginia Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists 2010-current
Member American Organization of Nurse Executives 1998-2001
Member National Rural Health Association Washington, DC
1992-1998
Virginia Board of Directors Virginia Rural Health Association South Boston, Virginia
1993-1999
State Vice President Virginia State Area Health Education Center Board Richmond, Virginia
1997-1998
Board of Directors Virginia Blue Ridge Region Area Health Education Center, Harrisonburg, Virginia
1996-1998
Board of Directors; Secretary of the Board
Northwestern Virginia Health Systems Agency Charlottesville, Virginia
1992-1998 1995-1998