2024 Award Recipients

THE FOLLOWING SUNA MEMBERS AND SUNA CHAPTERS WERE RECOGNIZED WITH AWARDS DURING 2024.

President's Trophies

In Recognition of Outstanding Contributions to the Specialty of Urologic Nursing
Victor Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA

In Recognition of Outstanding Contributions to SUNA
Margaret Amy Hull, DNP, WHNP-BC, FAUNA

Member of the Year Awards

Hillary Durstein, MSN, APRN-C, CUNP, FAUNA
Jeffrey Albaugh, PhD, APRN-BC, CUCNS
Susanne Quallich, PhD, ANP-BC, NP-C, CUNP, CMHE, FAANP, FAUNA

Chapter of the Year Awards

Syracuse # 110 (Small Chapter)
Mississippi Valley # 301 (Large Chapter)

ARDETH HALE LEADERSHIP AWARD

Victor Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA

UROLOGIC CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP ($1,500)

April McGriff, MSN, RN
Jayne Healy, RN, CURN
Jessica Carlson, RN

MACFARLANE AWARD

Alanna Mahramas, RN, CURN

SCORE WITH 4 MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN OCTOBER 1, 2023 – SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Susan Lipsy, ANP-BC, CUNP, FAUNA
Liz Primeau, RN

Urologic Nursing Excellence Awards

Patricia Bates Novice Literary Excellence Award

Lexxie Gramke, PhD, MSN, PMHNP-BC, AGPCNP-BC;
Kimberly B. Werner, PhD;
Umit Tokac, PhD
[January/February 2024]

Catherine Ann Lawrence Writers Award

Holly C. Felix, PhD, MPA;
Clare C. Brown, PhD, MPH;
Marie-Rachelle Narcisse, PhD, MSc;
Jennifer L. Vincenzo, PT, PhD, MPH;
Jennifer A. Andersen, PhD;
Robert Weech-Maldonado, PhD;
Christine W. Bradway, PhD, CRNP, FAAN, AGSF
[November/December 2023]

2024 Annual Business Meeting

In the past, it has been a tradition for the SUNA President to deliver an annual business update at the uroLogic Conference Business Meeting. However, this year, we have chosen to share this update in the form of a video to ensure all members have the opportunity to access and listen to the presentation.

We encourage you to view Glenn Sulley's presentation and review our key metrics for 2024 provided below. We value your feedback and welcome your ideas on how we can further improve your experience as members. Please feel free to submit your feedback through the National Office and thank you for your continued support.

 
 

Key Metrics

Where Do I Start?

Not sure where to begin? The first step is determining whether your project is an evidence-based practice (EBP) initiative, research study, or quality improvement (QI) project. The chart below will clarify differences between types of inquiry and help lead you to the right methodology decisions and a successful project. (Henry Ford Hospital Nursing Research Toolkit, 2024)

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CBUNA Board

Board of Directors

Krieg

President

Christy Krieg, MSN, FNP, CUNP, FAUNA

Lutz

Immediate Past President

Anthony Lutz, MSN, NP-C, CUNP

Thomasson

Secretary

Treva Thomasson, RN, CURN, BCB, PMD, FAUNA

Aiken

Treasurer

Vivian Aiken, RN, CURN

Tucker

Molly Tucker, FNP-BC, CUNP

ebner

Beth Ebner, BSN, RN, CURN

Moore

Jo-Ann Moore, DNP, APRN, ANP-C, CUNP

Alanna

Alanna Rohan, RN, CURN

Schnurbusch

Public Member

Kyle Schnurbusch

Corporate Member

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2026 Advanced uroLogic

Elevate Your Nursing Practice


Join Us at the Premier Conference for Advanced Practice Urology Professionals
We are thrilled to extend a special invitation to you and your colleagues for the upcoming Advanced uroLogic Conference in Savannah, Georgia exclusively for advanced practice urology professionals.

Join us at the forefront of innovation and knowledge in urology!

Early Bird Registration Deadline: January 16, 2026.
Secure your spot early to take advantage of discounted rates.

Why Attend?

  1. Cutting-Edge Insights: Stay ahead in your field with the latest advancements and research in advanced level urology education. Our expert speakers will delve into emerging trends, innovative therapies, and best practices.
  2. Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow nurses, renowned urology professionals, and industry leaders. Build valuable relationships that can enhance your career and collaborative efforts.
  3. Interactive Sessions: Engage in interactive sessions that provide practical skills and knowledge you can immediately apply in your practice.
  4. Earn Continuing Education Credits: Our conference is accredited, offering you the chance to earn valuable continuing education credits to support your professional development.
  5. Exhibit Hall: Explore the latest products, services, and technologies in urology. Discover cutting-edge tools that can enhance patient care and streamline your practice.

Don't miss the exceptional opportunity to advance your urology nursing career.

Who Should Attend?
SUNA’s Advanced uroLogic Conference is designed for Advanced Practice Urology Professionals – Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and other advanced level healthcare professionals involved in the care of urologic patients.



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What is Research?

Research is a process of learning about the world through discovery and inquiry. It can involve creating new knowledge, using existing knowledge in new ways, or analyzing previous research. Research can also involve experimentation, observation, and various methods. Nursing research specifically seeks to answer questions or explore healthcare issues. Through the processes of description, exploration, explanation, and prediction of phenomena, nurse researchers work to improve patient outcomes while contributing to the discipline of nursing. (Henry Ford Hospital Nursing Research Toolkit, 2024)

Research can have many goals, including:

Discovering Facts

  • Research can involve investigating and searching exhaustively to discover facts.

Revising Theories

  • Research can involve using new facts to revise accepted theories or laws.

Applying Theories

  • Research can involve applying new or revised theories to practical applications.

Developing Knowledge

  • Research can involve developing or contributing to generalizable knowledge that can expand the knowledge base of a field of study.

Research can involve many steps, including:

  • Identifying a problem
  • Searching for existing information
  • Formulating a hypothesis
  • Designing a study
  • Recruiting participants
  • Collecting data
  • Analyzing data
  • Sharing results
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