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About MBNA
The Metroplex Black Nurses Association-Dallas,
Inc. (MBNA), located in Dallas, Texas was charted in April, 1999.
MBNA is composed of Registered Nurses and Licensed Vocational Nurses
within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. MBNA is a chapter of the
National Black Nurses Association, Inc. (NBNA). NBNA is a
professional nursing organization representing more than 150,000
Black nurses throughout the United States.
Mission
Promoting Positive Health Behaviors through
Community Service
Purpose
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To define and determine the nursing care for
Black consumers and to advocate for optimum quality of care.
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To act as a network and a unifying vehicle for
all Black nurses and nursing students.
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To recruit, counsel, and assist Blacks into the
nursing profession and to ensure a constant procession of Blacks into
the nursing profession.
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Serve as the local nursing body to influence
legislation and policies that affect African Americans by working
independently and in partnership with other organizations.
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To improve the health status of undeserved
communities by health fairs, screenings, and educational session.
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To provide an avenue for educational growth,
publish and to participate in research.
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To collaborate with communities and community organizations.
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To monitor and address the health care issues
impacting the communities.
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To foster the initiation and maintenance of
healthy behaviors and wellness through community based educational programs.
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To make acknowledgement of cultural issues
relating to personal values, needs, and goals for promoting wellness.
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To provide a networking avenue for professional nurses.
Benefits
MBNA provides a forum for Registered Nurses,
Licensed Vocational Nurses
and nursing students.
Continuing education
Networking
Grant writing
Program Development
Professional growth
Collaboration with community organizations
Mentorship
Meetings
Third Friday of selected months
7:00 PM
Transitional Care Unit A, Room 108
North Texas Health Care System - VA Dallas
4500 S. Lancaster Road
Dallas, Texas 75216
Telephone: 972-287-4182
Fax: 214-330-5075 |
