In developing our plan as with any strategic plan, you must ask; What guides the plan?
We are given an excellent foundation in the mission statement, and goals of AALNC.
Our plan incorporated the mission of AALNC:
The American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants promotes the professional advancement of registered nurses consulting within the legal arena by providing a forum for education and exchange of information.
As with any process involving nursing, we must assess for strengths and weaknesses of the organization. SWOT analysis is the evaluation of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to the organization.
The Dallas Chapter AALNC identified the following strengths:
- People involved in the planning process.
· The strategic planning meeting was held at the home of the chapter president, Diane Myers who acted as the facilitator. Others present were Sharon McQuown, Suzanne Langroth, Lynn Ackerman, Nicole Langley, Patty Short, Nancy Hart, Dianne Gorrie, Jeannie Autry, Debra Williams, and Terry Kennewell. Pam Ruby was ill and unable to attend as scheduled.
- 100% improvement seen over past year with signing in at meetings
o More organized
· Educational programs offered
- Good Budget/ economically sound
· Strategic Planning Activities
· Open to new people
Weaknesses:
Ø Facility/environment/communication
Ø Specific job duties/roles/need to define
Ø Checks and balances
Ø Board member communication
Ø Assessment of individuals involved
Ø Website- need webmaster- job description
Ø Membership-
Ø Stability, volume, involvement, awareness of needs. Tracking of members not rejoining
Ø Maintenance of improvements
Previous Board Goals and Accomplishments (Review of prior strategic plan)
v Moved to annual renewal of all members in January
v Membership directory
v History of chapter
v Scholarship established
v Past President Survey, still to be completed
v Strategic Planning
v Elections
v Local Conference, pending for April 2003
Current Goals
The Dallas Chapter AALNC goal #1:
To provide members with the opportunities and experiences to further their professional development as LNCs.
How are we going to achieve this?
· Research possibilities for Chapter meeting site to best meet the needs of the general membership.
· Increase effectiveness of the website
· Increase utilization of the website by the general membership
· Survey general membership to assess educational needs and gather statistical data.
Dallas Chapter AALNC goal #2:
To increase awareness within the legal and medical communities of the presence of LNCs.
· Affiliate with professional organizations
· Participate with AWHONN conference 12/04/03
· Develop Speakers Bureau
· Chapter exposure to hospitals and other organizations
Dallas Chapter AALNC goal #3:
To promote excellence within the profession by encouraging adherence to the standards of practice and the AALNC code of ethics.
· Redefine job duties/responsibilities of Board members
· Re-evaluate checks and balances
· Assess individuals seeking to run for Board positions
· Provide access via website for education of membership:
o LNC Scope of Practice
o Code of Ethics
o Standards of Practice
o Bylaws
o Job Descriptions
o Confidentiality Statement
o Agreement signature for placement of personal information on the website: (Directory)
Dallas Chapter AALNC goal #4:
Maximize the viability and effectiveness of the Chapter to ensure successful implementation of its goals
· Improve Board member communication
· Establish Chapter policies and procedures
2003 Goals from October 2001
v Affiliate with attorney organizations
v Develop a second day long conference specifically geared toward the new LNC
2004 Goals
v Develop a letter to hospitals, law firms, nursing, medical and legal organization to affiliate with
v Affiliate with a college for LNC course
2005 Goals
v Establish relationships
v Exhibiting and/or speaking at 2 professional organizations to promote LNC.
The committee worked out the blueprint for the chapters continued growth and development, where can you see yourself in helping to make these goals achievable. We need the support and commitment of each member. It is your organization, your profession, take some ownership. § sql
