2024 Elections: Nominating Committee
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An APNA Nominating Committee member serves on the committee for one year. View Full Nominating Committee Description & Qualifications
- Duties Include: Reviewing the nominations submitted and preparing a proposed slate of candidates based on considerations such as geography, gender, professional experience, and racial diversity in order to achieve a balanced Board of Directors reflective of the membership.
- Qualifications Include: Knowledge of trends and issues influencing APNA programs, projects, and services; ability to work in a small group as a team member; willingness to commit the time necessary to fulfill the expectations of the role.
Scroll down to view the candidate profiles for Lyons Hardy, Suzie Marriott, Kathryn Phillips, and Barbara Warren.
Lyons Hardy, EdD, MSN, PMHNP
Present Position
Clinical Assistant Professor, Virginia Commonwealth University
Education
EdD from Virginia Commonwealth University
MSN from the University of Virginia
BSN from Virginia Commonwealth University
BA from the University of Virginia
APNA Contributions
- Annual Conference – Pre-Conference Workshop Presenter and Podium Presenter at multiple conferences
- Education Council Steering Committee
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
- CPI Planning Committee
- CPI 2023 and 2024 – Presenter
- e-Learning Faculty
- Member-at-large, APNA Virginia chapter, 2018-2020
- Planning committee chair, APNA Virginia chapter annual conference, 2019
Other Experience
I have been a psychiatric nurse for over 20 years. I worked in child/adolescent and adult inpatient psychiatry as an RN for about 10 years, and I now practice as a PMHNP with geriatric and medically complex patients at an integrated primary care clinic. I have been the lead faculty for VCU’s PMHNP program for 7 years. I have served as chair of several work-related committees and a member of university wide committees. I also serve as the chair of my HOA board of directors.
APNA members should vote for me to serve on the Nominating Committee because I have been a member of APNA for many years and have enjoyed seeing the organization grow and develop in its offerings. I would be honored to serve in a new role with APNA as a member of the nominating committee. I have experience in leadership and committee roles in several settings. I strive to keep in mind a variety of perspectives and stay focused on organizational goals. I will work to promote inclusive processes and member engagement.
I can help fulfill APNA’s purpose as a scientific and education organization by supporting the APNA board as a member of the nominating committee. I will continue to present at annual conferences to contribute to the mission of advancing the field of psychiatric nursing and providing education. I will participate in committee work to develop leadership experience with APNA. I am dedicated to improving PMHNP education through quality improvement and collaboration efforts. I am an experienced educator who can provide insights into the psychiatric RN and APRN roles as well as the student and faculty roles.
Suzie Marriott, PhD(c), MSc, RN, PMH-BC
Present Position
Chief Nursing Officer, Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, NY
Education
PhD Candidate, Stony Brook University School of Nursing, NY
MSc in Forensic Mental Health, University of London, UK
BSN, College of Mount Saint Vincent, NY
Diploma in Mental Health Nursing, University of Surrey, UK
APNA Contributions
- APNA Excellence in Leadership RN – 2020
- Chair Administrative Council – 2017-2023
- Member, Administrative Council – Steering Committee & Advisory Panel
- Member, Practice Council – Advisory Panel
- Member, Safe Environments – Advisory Panel
- Staffing Position Paper Task Force – 2020-2022
- President, Secretary, Member-At-Large, APNA New York Chapter – 2014-2021
- Recovery to Practice Facilitator – 2018, 2019
- Annual Conference Presenter
- APNA New York Chapter Conference Presenter
Other Experience
- Forensic mental health & prison nursing, UK
- Lifelong career passion: clinical practice, education, research, policy development in suicide prevention, intervention, postvention
- Co-founder & Executive Director of award-winning suicide prevention education nonprofit
- Member, Nurse Executive Committee, Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council – 2021-Present
- Member, East End Veteran Suicide Prevention Coalition, NY – 2021-Present
- Member, American Organization for Nursing Leadership
- Member, Eastern Nursing Research Society
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society of Nursing, Kappa Gamma Chapter – 2016-Present
- Trainer – LivingWorks: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – 2004-Present
- Chair of a National Self-Harm Expert Panel, UK – 2007-2011
- Award for Service Innovation & Improved Patient Outcomes – 1999
APNA members should vote for me to serve on the Nominating Committee because throughout my journey as a PMH nurse, I developed a lifelong passion for delivering person-centered, compassionate care. This passion e matured into staunch advocacy for often the most vulnerable and stigmatized groups of people. I became a dedicated change agent who has remained committed, curious, and always looking for innovative ways to improve care. As a servant leader, I believe capturing people’s hearts and minds is essential. PMH service provision is a team sport, and I strive to acknowledge every team member’s unique contribution. I always maintain sight of the goal to provide the highest quality patient care that is safe, ethical, evidence-based, responsive, and cost-effective. Over time, with experience, I have developed a talent for inspiring and activating others toward this goal. Our accountability as ambassadors of PMH extends to culturally diverse individuals, families, groups, and communities, and shapes health policy for the delivery of PMH services in the future. Our ability to create and maintain caring, ethical, and healing environments affects patients’ journeys, reaching everyone around them.
I can help fulfill APNA’s purpose as a scientific and education organization by continuing to promote and advocate for PMH nursing on the national stage. I can achieve this goal by carefully considering each candidate’s merits for the board of directors. It would be an honor to collaborate with other committee members to select the future leaders who will shape the strategy of our extraordinary organization. I am excited by the prospect of contributing to APNA nationally by being a part of the nominating committee that selects the 2025 APNA thought leaders.
Kathryn E. Phillips, PhD, APRN, CHSE
Present Position
Associate Professor of Nursing, Fairfield University
Education
PhD Boston College
MS Boston College
MA Lesley University
BS University at Albany
APNA Contributions
- JAPNA Editorial Board (2019-Present)
- JAPNA Reviewer (2015-Present)
- JAPNA: Author of 5 manuscripts, 1 being a CEU article
- Associate Chair, APNA Research and Scholarship Council (2023-Present)
- Steering Committee Member, APNA Research and Scholarship Council (2022-Present)
- Presenter, APNA Annual Conference (2016-Present)
- Advisory Panel, APNA Education Council
- Advisory Panel, APNA Council for Safe Environments
- Reviewer for conference abstracts, CEUs, and grants in various years (2016-Present)
Other Experience
- President, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Mu Chi Chapter (2020-Present)
- Associate Editor, Archives of Psychiatric Nursing (2022-Present)
- Editorial Board Member, Archives of Psychiatric Nursing (2021-Present)
- Reviewer for the following journals: Issues in Mental Health Nursing, Journal of Psychosocial Nursing & Mental Health Services, Applied Nursing Research
APNA members should vote for me to serve on the Nominating Committee because I am aligned with and practice the APNA mission. From my years of clinical practice, I understand the needs of patients and nurses. As an educator, I’ve learned what is required to support faculty and students to ensure we create care environments that prevent burnout, allowing nurses to successfully do their jobs. In addition, I run a $2.6 million HRSA grant that provides tuition funding to support PMHNP students, while simultaneously providing innovative training in the care of culturally diverse, underserved individuals. I also produce research evidence and advocate for nurses to ensure we have safe environments to provide care that supports the wellbeing and diversity of both nurses and patients.
Additionally, I am passionate about supporting nurse scholarship, which keeps nursing at the forefront of healthcare. I have sought positions where I can lead nursing’s evidence base to improve care and enhance education. As a leader, I listen to all perspectives, support diverse views, and collaborate with all members. These are the skills I will bring to the APNA nominating committee where I will continue to support psychiatric mental health nurses.
I can help fulfill APNA’s purpose as a scientific and education organization by providing support for nurses to translate evidence into practice and education settings where it can be used to improve care and enhance education. My purpose is to empower and assist nurses in disseminating their research. Each nurse is a scientist; it’s just a matter of helping them to find a way to express their observations. I enjoy working with nurses to ensure that their knowledge is collected according to scientific methods that contribute to the practice of psychiatric mental health nursing. Additionally, I focus on bringing nurses together for the success of the nurse, the group, and the profession. We truly can do more together when we collaborate on a shared vision that utilizes our unique talents. Through evidence and education, nurses can improve the mental health of individuals, groups, communities, and populations.
As a member of the nominating committee, I will work collaboratively with the other members to ensure APNA continues to support and promote the work of psychiatric nurses as well as ensure we are on the cutting edge of scientific and educational advancements.
Barbara J. Warren, PhD, APRN, PMHCNS-BC, FNAP, FAAN
Present Position
Clinical Professor and Director Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Specialty
Education
PhD, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
MS, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
BSN, Otterbein College, Westerville, Ohio
APNA Contributions
- APNA National President
- APNA Ohio Chapter President
- Award – Excellence in Leadership APRN
- Award – Psychiatric Nurse of the Year
- Education Council – Chair
- Practice Council – Advisory Committee
- Recovery Council
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee Co-Chair
- Research & Scholarship Council – Advisory Panel
- Council for Safe Environments – Advisory Panel
- CPI Program Committee
- LACE Implementation Task Force
- JAPNA Editorial Board, Reviewer
- eLearning Center Faculty
Other Experience
- Chief Executive Nurse, State of Ohio (implemented mental health evidence-based practice in hospitals and community agencies)
- Chair, Content Expert Panel, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Private Clinical Practice, Orleans Psychological Services
- Graduate Enrichment and Fellowship Review Committee
- Sigma Theta Tau Counselor
APNA members should vote for me to serve on the Nominating Committee because I have a breath and depth of experience that includes getting to know a variety of persons and their abilities across the country. This emerged from my APNA President roles at the state and national levels. I have served as a past Chair of the nominating Committee that produced a balanced slate of candidates who were reflective of the membership of APNA. These roles taught me a great deal about negotiation and teamwork. I have kept abreast of the growth in APNA including new programs, projects, and services. I also have the experience, time, energy, and willingness to serve in this capacity.
I can help fulfill APNA’s purpose as a scientific and education organization by helping to work with other members of the Nominating team to assure that we are a team of servant leaders who consider and recruit those persons who have a deep commitment to the scope, standards, and roles of psychiatric mental health nursing, and have a breath of experiences and knowledge in current and emerging interest in continuing to strengthen APNA’s commitment to mental health and wellness as the foundation of health for individuals, families, and communities.
