Dear Colleague,

        The Organization of Nurse Executives, Connecticut (ONE- CT) is a statewide, not- for- profit professional association committed to supporting nurse leaders in Connecticut. As an affiliate of the American Organization of Nurse Executives, our mission is to provide direction and leadership for the advancement of nursing practice and patient care in organized health care systems, in the achievement of excellence in nursing practice and in the shaping of policy affecting health care delivery from the perspective of nurse leaders. To this end, our Chapter seeks to provide opportunities for nurse leader development and a voice of advocacy for excellence in patient care.

        We welcome our members and interested nurse leaders in Connecticut to join us this year as we embark on an exciting period in our nation's history related to health care. It is a time of learning and change for all of us. We hope to provide a forum for discussion of concerns relevant to nursing leadership and patient care as well as an opportunity to voice a position on key issues and shape the direction of the future of health care in Connecticut. We plan to provide programming that supports the development of key leadership competencies for nurse leaders at all levels. Through formal programs as well as networking opportunities, participation in ONE- CT provides members with the knowledge, relationships and tools to increase their effectiveness in their nursing leadership roles. We also provide the opportunity for collaboration with other key nursing and health care organizations in Connecticut to support meaningful improvements in areas important to nurses, patients and the health of our citizens.

        On behalf of the Board and the membership, I invite you to join us as we grow as a professional organization and as a strong collective voice for nursing and patient care in our state.

Sincerely,

Lee Galuska, RN, MSN, NE- BC

President, Organization of Nurse Executives, Connecticut (ONE- CT)