President-Elect Description
APNA President-Elect
This position is responsible for assisting the President and overseeing other duties as assigned by the President or the Board. In the absence of the President, the President-Elect performs the duties of the President, and when so acting, has all the powers of and is subject to all the restrictions upon the President. The President-Elect year serves as an orientation for the upcoming year as President.
Term
Serves one year as President-Elect. The President-Elect automatically succeeds to the presidency following the one-year term as President-Elect and subsequently Immediate Past President.
Duties
In addition to the responsibilities of all members of the Board, the President-Elect:
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Assumes the role and functions of the President in his/her absence
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Presides at Board meetings in absence of the President
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Serves as a member of the finance committee
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When feasible, attends annual Nursing Organization Alliance Leadership forum and annual meeting with executive director and President and other meetings as may be required
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Represents association as assigned
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Mentors current and prospective Board and committee members
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Avoids conflicts of interest and promptly notifies the executive director if a potential conflict arises.
Qualifications
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Must be a voting member in good standing for at least one year immediately prior to assuming office.
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Demonstrated leadership skills and previous APNA volunteer leadership service are preferred.
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Knowledgeable about global trends and issues influencing the association and the association’s programs, projects and services
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Experience with strategic planning and budgeting
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Understands and can interpret, analyze and explain financial statements
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Understands applicable operating ratios and can evaluate the association’s performance relative to association standards
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Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills
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Informal and formal leadership experience
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Participative leadership style
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Demonstrated problem solving and ethical decision-making experience
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Excellent time management and organization skills
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Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
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Ability to work with diverse styles and personalities and facilitate teamwork and consensus
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Works well under pressure and is good on his/her feet