Chapter Formation Packet
7794 Grow Drive
Pensacola, FL 32514-7072
(850) 484-6948
Toll-free (877) 966-6236
(850) 484-8762 FAX
[email protected]
www.oadn.org
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OVERVIEW
OADN is the leading advocate for Associate Degree Nursing (ADN), promoting it through leadership, collaboration, advocacy, and education to ensure excellence in the future of health care and professional nursing practice.
OADN strives to:
■ Maintain eligibility for registered nurse licensure for graduates of associate degree
nursing programs.
■ Educate students and promote AD nursing programs at community colleges
nation-wide.
■ Provide a forum for discussion of issues impacting AD education and practice. ■ Develop partnerships and increase communication with other professional
organiza-tions.
■ Increase public understanding of the role of the associate degree nurse. ■ Participate at national and state levels in the formation of healthcare policy. ■ Facilitate legislative action supportive of the goals of OADN.
Benefits of membership:
Subscription to Teaching and Learning in Nursing, OADN’s Official Journal.
E-communication to members on matters impacting associate degree nursing.
Representation in Public Policy and National Legislative interaction and updates.
Interaction with other nursing organizations.
Opportunities for leadership development, authorship, public speaking, legislative activity, and more!
Networking Opportunities through a member-only listserver
Networking and Educational Opportunities sponsored by National and state chap-ters.
Annual Scholarship Opportunities through the N-OADN Foundation
Annual Opportunity for Educator of the Year Award.
Reduced Member Rates at the Annual Convention, which offers an opportunity to earn valuable contact hours.
PURPOSE OF OADN CHAPTERS
Chapters are an important way to collaborate at the local level; it is in chapters where enthusiasm and interest in associate degree of nursing comes alive. OADN chapters serve as a vital link between people within the chapter, as well as between the chapter and the National Office. Involvement in a local chapter is a very exciting way to collaborate and pool the talents and expertise of people.
Benefits of chapter membership:
• Professional growth within the specialty
• Ability to network with people of similar interests
• Potential for leadership at the local level
• Communication network at a local level
• Participation in educational programs at a local level
REQUIREMENTS FOR ESTABLISHING OADN CHAPTERS
• A minimum of 5 individuals involved with associate degree nursing are needed to start a chapter. All members must be OADN national members.
• Chapters must be financially independent. Each chapter is a separate entity, both legally and financially. All expenses and liabilities of a local chapter are the sole responsibility of that Chapter, and the OADN shall have no liability with respect to any such obligation. Financial independence can be accomplished by charging local chapter membership dues, obtaining sponsors from local hospitals and pharmaceutical companies, and charging minimal meeting fees.
• If chosen, Articles of Association shall be executed by at least two persons. If a Chapter elects to incorporate, Articles of Incorporation must be approved by the appropriate state official. It is the obligation of each local Chapter to comply with all state laws. These requirements may vary from state to state.
• Chapters will develop local bylaws. The national organization will provide model bylaws for local chapters to adapt. Chapters have autonomy with respect to their mission, goals, objectives, and activities as long as there is no conflict with the national organization’s mission, goals, objectives, and activities.
GETTING STARTED
The OADN National Office will provide a list of OADN members in the state.
Plan a strategic method of recruitment: this can either be a mailed questionnaire or personal contact. Explain the purpose and benefits of forming a chapter. Contact local agencies in the area, in addition to local hospitals and home care services.
Once interest is established, schedule an organizational meeting with adequate advance notice in a centrally located site for interested people. Some sites may include college meeting rooms,
restaurants, or local clubs.
Draft and mail invitations or flyers to interested people and various institutions.
Appoint a program committee to help organize a brief educational session. A guest speaker can be a helpful drawing card.
Set the initial meeting agenda, such as:
1. Call to order 5. Questions and answers
2. Welcome & Introductions 6. Elect or ask for volunteers for officers 3. Educational presentation 7. Plan next meeting/future education 4. Plans for chapter development 8. Adjourn for refreshments/networking
Obtain a supply of OADN membership applications from the National Office to distribute at the meeting.
Develop a plan for financial independence.
File Articles of Association or Incorporation with the appropriate state official.
Develop chapter bylaws. The national organization will provide model bylaws for local chapters to adopt/adapt.
CHAPTER OFFICERS
In order to get the chapter up and running, it is beneficial to create committees to divide the workload. The number of people on each committee will be determined by the objectives and the size of the
chapter. Terms of office shall be staggered so that all officers and committee members do not begin and end their terms at the same time (officers shall serve a minimum of one year). The following are
suggestions for officers/committees and their responsibilities:
Nominating Committee Compile nominations for a slate of Officers and Board members
Regulate/officiate nominations
President Serve as the official representative of the chapter Preside at all official meetings of the chapter Serve as the link to the National Office
President Elect Assist President in performance of duties when requested Substitute for the president when required, including chairing meetings in the absence of the
president
Secretary Record and circulate to all members the minutes of all meetings Send notice of all meetings to all members
Conduct official correspondence
Maintain correspondence for OADN
Treasurer Be in charge of all funds of the chapter
Deposit all monies in the name of and to the credit of the chapter Render a statement of financial condition of the chapter at all meetings Provide the Annual Fiscal Report to the National Organization
Program Planning Develop and promote educational sessions
Design and send flyers/announcements of all planned sessions Obtain and distribute handouts and evaluations for each program Obtain contact hour approval for each program (see Obtaining Contact Hours)
Publicity/Membership Advertise the chapter by creating a newsletter, using bulletin
boards, media, newspapers, and OADN Newsletter.
Welcome and promote membership into the group (see Membership Development)
Fund Raising Organize all activities related to fund raising. Some ideas for
raising funds include:
• half or full day seminars • raffles
• membership fees
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete the application form enclosed and return it with the following information to the Chapter Services Specialist, OADN National Office, 7794 Grow Drive, Pensacola, FL 32514-7072.
Roster of current officers (with the terms of office) and a membership list Chapter bylaws
Copy of Form SS-4, “Application for Employer Identification Number (EIN).” Upon receipt of the EIN, send this number to the OADN
Statement of financial independence
When the application arrives at the OADN office, it will be checked for completeness. It will be verified that chapter members are also members of OADN. Copies are then sent to the OADN Membership Committee, which must make recommendations that are sent to the Board for final approval. Each Chapter must not control, be controlled by, nor be accountable to any organization other than the OADN. Upon approval, the chairperson of the chapter will receive a written response. Recognition will also be given at the convention and in other publications.
ANNUAL REPORTS and CHAPTER RENEWAL
The Chapter Annual Report form is due to the OADN National Office by January 31 of each year. For most chapters, it will be most effective for the person who served as president during the year to complete the form. The following should be submitted to the OADN office:
Completed Annual Report
Copy of Bylaws, if changed since last submission (please highlight any changes)
List of current officers (including dates of terms) and members with addresses and telephone numbers
Statement of chapter address change, if applicable
A chapter’s charter will be declared invalid and the chapter will be automatically disbanded if the chapter fails to comply with its bylaws, the written policies of the OADN, or properly submit for renewal of its Chapter Charter.
PUBLICITY
Add to a chapter’s mailing list by collecting names from peer organizations. During the first year, it pays to send mailings to a large list to inform potential members about the new chapter.
Take advantage of the meeting or calendar of events on the OADN website and in the local newspaper to publicize meetings. If the chapter covers a large geographic area, send announcements to newspapers in all the areas in which members may reside or work. Use available bulletin board space in area colleges to post
informational flyers. Announcements of upcoming meetings should also be sent to the OADN National Office to post on the calendar of events.
Develop a chapter newsletter to announce member promotions and moves and share helpful tips. Positions and/or business card advertising (either free or
reduced rate for members, higher rate for non-members) can be used to support the newsletter and even generate additional revenue for the chapter treasury. Some typesetters and printers will produce the newsletter either free or at a reduced charge if they receive a credit line in the publication. Ask other chapters in the region to send meeting announcements too.
Try to find someone with some public relations knowledge in the chapter
membership to serve as publicity chair and write the newsletter and generate news releases at no charge. The Publicity/Public Relations Committee should write and place stories about chapter activities in local newspapers and other media outlets in the area.
MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Publicity efforts should create interest in membership.
Introduce the membership chair at each meeting to address the benefits of
membership. Make membership benefits obvious by charging non-members slightly more to attend meetings. Use different colored nametags to identify non-members, and encourage members to greet non-members and make them comfortable.
Acknowledge new members (and the members who recruited them) in the chapter newsletter. Consider giving an annual award to the member who recruits the most new members. Ask members to encourage others in their organization to become OADN members.
Use membership lists from OADN to reach national members in the state that the chapter encompasses.
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Avoid burnout! As quickly as possible, recruit members to assist committee
chairpersons. Otherwise, a small group of people will end up doing all the work and will quickly burn out. Say thanks to officers and committee members often and sincerely. Consider generating sufficient funds from chapter activities to partially or fully fund a chapter member’s attendance at the national symposium or other leadership training programs.
Surveys. As soon as possible after start-up, survey the entire mailing list to solicit opinions on meeting topics and program locations (provide a variety of choices). The survey can also be used to recruit committee volunteers and provide
membership information. This data will provide solid direction for chapter activities and will encourage non-members to join the chapter.
Chapter address. If at all possible, chapters should have published, permanent chapter addresses and phone numbers to:
A CHARTERED CHAPTER
Ensures an open line of communication with the regional and national organization. Directs the national organization through communication of needs, suggestions,
concerns, and opinions.
Facilitates the acquisition and recording of continuing education credits (contact hours) for approved programs.
Provides an avenue for professional growth within the specialty.
Provides an opportunity for members to share thoughts, learn, and attempt to solve common problems.
Maintains financial independence.
Reports annually to the National Office.1. Ensure that communications will be received and responded to in a timely manner
2. Ease administrative functions such as establishing legal and tax-exempt status
3. Foster a sense of identity and permanence
4. Decrease paperwork and confusion for the Internal Revenue Service; each time the contact person and address changes, Form 8822 must be filed with the IRS
MEMBERSHIP. Never forget the fact that your relationship with a new member starts the day the application is processed. Be prompt, be accessible, and know what new members want.
OADN Chapters and Tax-Exemption
OADN is a 501(c)(6) non-profit, tax-exempt corporation, EIN #75-2129911, meaning that it is exempt from federal income tax and organized exclusively as a non-profit business league. As such it is exempt from most federal income taxes.
Employer Identification Number (EIN): Chapters must obtain an EIN, even if you do not have em-ployees. Most banks will require you to apply to the IRS for one in order to open a checking ac-count. You can apply for your EIN by completing the application (form SS-4) that is included in this packet. You can also apply for the EIN online at the IRS website (www.irs.gov).
501(c)(6) Requirements:
To qualify as a 501(c)(6), you must, in general, be an association of persons having some common business interest, the purpose of which is to promote that common interest, and not engage in a regular business of a kind ordinarily carried on for profit. These associa-tions must improve the business condition of the industry in general rather than benefiting individual members by supplying services. Professional associations are considered busi-ness leagues. A 501(c)(6) may engage in some busibusi-ness activities that do not promote an industry or line of business, subject to the rules relating to Unrelated Business Income, so long as such activities are not substantial.
Your chapter must be organized in your state and will need to provide a copy of your articles of organization (articles of incorporation, articles of association, or any other written instru-ment by which your group is created). Your chapter must be primarily engaged in activities or functions that are the basis for its exemption. This means that your chapter will be de-voted to the improvement of business conditions in your particular trade or that the inter-ests of the community will be advanced.
Your chapter must be primarily supported by membership dues and other income from ac-tivities substantially related to its exempt purpose. No part of the chapter's net earnings will inure to the benefit of private shareholders, individuals, or private interests. Assets of the chapter must be permanently dedicated to your exempt purpose. This means that should the chapter dissolve, its assets must be distributed for an exempt purpose (not to the chap-ter’s present membership!). Contributions to a 501(c)(6) chapter are not deductible as charitable contributions on the donor’s federal income tax return. They may be deductible as trade or business expenses if ordinary and necessary in the conduct of the taxpayer’s business.
Legislative Activity: A chapter that is exempt under section 501(c)(6) may work for the enact-ment of laws to advance the common business interests of the organization’s members. A taxpayer, however, cannot deduct as a trade or business expense the part of dues or other payments to a business league that is for any of the following activities: 1) influencing legis-lation, 2) participating or intervening in a political campaign for, or against, any candidate for public office, 3) trying to influence the general public, with respect to elections, legislative matters, or referendums, or 4) communicating directly with certain executive branch officials to try to influence their official actions or positions.
501(c)(6) Status: Chapters must be financially independent from OADN. If a chapter is, in fact, organized in accordance with the applicable requirements, the chapter may claim tax-exempt status without the need for an IRS ruling to that effect. Any chapter normally having annual gross receipts of not more than $5,000 is exempt automatically if they meet the re-quirements for a 501(c)(6). Otherwise, to obtain recognition as a tax-exempt, entity you will need to apply with the IRS by submitting form 1024.
Filing: Every organization exempt from federal income tax under section 501 must file an annual information return (form 990) except those having gross receipts in each tax year that normally are not more than $25,000 (you may however still need to complete form 990-N) It is the chap-ters responsibility to ensure they are meeting any requirements that may change over the years. Unrelated Business Taxable Income (UBTI): Even though a chapter is recognized as tax exempt, it still may be liable for tax on its unrelated business income. The Code permits an exempt or-ganization to engage in some activities that are not related to its exempt purposes. Such activi-ties are permissible so long as the exempt corporation’s unrelated activiactivi-ties remain insubstan-tial when compared to the corporation’s exempt activities. The Code imposes a tax on certain income generated from the conduct of an “unrelated trade or business.” Activities that are not treated as unrelated trade or business have the following characteristics:
Substantially all of the work is performed by volunteers;
They are carried on primarily for the benefit of members, students, patients, officers, or employees;
They consist of selling merchandise, substantially all of which has been donated;
They relate to the distribution of low-cost articles ($5) in connection with charitable solicitations; or
The business consists of a legal bingo game, in a State where bingo games are ordi-narily not conducted on a commercial basis.
The Code excludes the following types of income from UBTI:
Dividends, interest, payments with respect to securities loans and annuities;
Royalties;
Most rents from real property;
Insubstantial rents from personal property when leased with real property;
Gain from the sale of capital assets; and
Certain research income.
An exempt organization that has $1,000 or more gross income from unrelated business must file form 990-T and must make quarterly estimated tax payments if it expects its tax for the year to be $500 or more.
Forms: You can request IRS forms and information via the internet at www.irs.gov or by calling 800-829-3676. Ask for:
Pub 557 Tax Exempt Status for Your Organization
Package 1024 Application for Recognition of Exemption under 501(c)(6)
State Tax Exempt Status: State requirements for filing reports by non-profit organizations vary. Chapters should call the non-profit office of the Department of Revenue in their state and re-quest information on requirements. You will need to detail how you are organized (incorporated or unincorporated) and provide your IRS exemption status. If state forms are required to be filed for exemption from income tax, your non-profit status is ordinarily established by providing your IRS documentation. If the state income tax form requirement for filing is income in excess of $25,000, then a copy of your federal form 990 may be attached to the appropriate state form. Please note that state tax exemption from income tax does not necessarily include ex-emption from sales tax.
Sales Tax Exemption: Some states provide for exemption from sales tax for non-profit organiza-tions. This exemption provides that sales tax will not be added when supplies are purchased or affiliate initiations, programs, dinners, etc., are held. Chapters should check with their state’s Sales Tax Department and if this type of exemption is available, file the necessary forms. If a State Sales Tax exemption number is obtained, the number can be used for excluding sales tax from chapter purchases.
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing
(OADN)
Chapter Application Form
NAME OF CHAPTER ____________________________________________________ CONTACT PERSON ____________________________________________________
ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE ______________________________________________
FAX _____________________________________________
E-MAIL _____________________________________________ DATE CHAPTER FORMED ___________________________
Attach the following information:
Mail to:
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing Attn: Chapter Services Specialist
7794 Grow Drive Pensacola, FL 32514-7072
(850) 484-6948 Toll-free (877) 966-6236
FAX: (850) 484-8762 [email protected]
www.oadn.org
1. Roster of current officers and terms of office 2. Chapter membership list
3. Chapter bylaws
4. Copy of Form SS-4, “Application for Employer Identification Number.” Upon receipt, send identification number to the OADN National Office
CHECKLIST FOR CHAPTER FORMATION
Keep the number of the OADN National Office handy:
(877) 966-6236
Hold a meeting of all people interested in forming a OADN
chapter.
Compile a membership list of at least 5 members to charter
the chapter.
Elect officers in compliance with the OADN bylaws.
Obtain an Employer Identification Number and develop a plan
for financial independence.
Establish chapter bylaws.
Create a mission statement, goals, and objectives for the
chapter.
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing Attn: Chapter Services Specialist
7794 Grow Drive Pensacola, FL 32514-7072
(850) 484-6948 Toll-free (877) 966-6236
FAX: (850) 484-8762 [email protected]
Page 1 of 2 Note: Please complete this form completely. Feel free to include any additional information and comments.
OADN Chapter Name: Chapter Address: City/State/Zip: Contact Person:
Report Dates from: _________________________ to _________________________ Officers & Dates of Terms:
President: _____________________________________________________________________ e-mail: _______________________________ Dates of Term: __________________________ President Elect: ________________________________________________________________ e-mail: _______________________________ Dates of Term: __________________________ Secretary: _____________________________________________________________________ e-mail: _______________________________ Dates of Term: __________________________ Treasurer: _____________________________________________________________________ e-mail: _______________________________ Dates of Term: __________________________ Other Officer: __________________________________________________________________ e-mail: _______________________________ Dates of Term: __________________________ Other Officer: __________________________________________________________________ e-mail: _______________________________ Dates of Term: __________________________
ORGANIZATION FOR ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING (OADN)
CHAPTER ANNUAL REPORT
Chapter Annual Report (continued)
Page 2 of 2 Meetings and Programs Held:
____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapter Accomplishments:
____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ Future Directions and Activities Planned:
____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ Membership totals: (please attach a current membership list with annual report)
Number of new chapter members: ___________
Current total chapter membership: ___________
Number of Board Meetings held: ___________
Number of Membership meetings held: ___________
Return Annual Report to:
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing Attn: Chapter Services Specialist 7794 Grow Drive, Pensacola, FL 32514-7072
Email: [email protected] FAX: (850) 484-8762 Questions: 877-966-6236
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Bylaws page 1 of 5
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Bylaws
Article I Name
This organization shall be known as the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN). The name of the organization shall officially be abbreviated as OADN.
Article II
Vision and Mission Statement Vision – Provide dynamic leadership in nursing education.
Mission –Promote Associate Degree Nursing through leadership, collaboration, advocacy, and education to ensure excellence in the future of health care and professional nursing practice.
Article III Membership Eligibility for Membership.
Membership shall be open to individuals and agencies interested in the goals and objectives of the Organization.
Membership Classification.
There shall be the following classes of members:
Individual Members. Individual members are registered nurses who have an interest in associate degree nursing. They shall have all the rights of membership and shall have one vote.
Associate Members. Associate members shall be individuals other than registered nurses who have an interest in
associate degree nursing. They shall have all the rights of membership, with the exception of holding an elected office, and shall have one vote.
Retired Members. Retired members shall be individuals who have retired from practice. They shall have all the rights of membership and shall have one vote.
Student Members. Students who are currently enrolled in an associate degree nursing program or who have completed their degree within the past year. They shall have all the rights of membership, with the exception of holding an elected office, and shall have one vote.
Agency Members. Agency members shall be composed of colleges, and other institutions of higher education. that have an interest in associate degree nursing. Agency members shall have the right to appoint up to two delegates to membership meetings. These delegate(s) shall have the right to make motions and vote the equivalent of two total votes. Agency members shall not have the right to hold office.
Affiliate Organization Members. Affiliate Organization members shall be composed of Healthcare/nursing agencies and other organizations that have an interest in associate degree nursing. Affiliate Organization members shall have the right to appoint up to one representative to membership meetings. These delegates shall not have voting privileges or have the right to hold office
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Dues.
Annual dues shall be set by the Board of Directors. State dues shall be determined by each state.
Individual, associate, retired, student, agency and affiliate organization members from a state that has a state chapter must join the state chapter and shall be assessed dues for national and state memberships as determined by the chapter.
Individuals or agencies from a state that does not have a state chapter may join as an at-large member and shall be assessed dues for national membership.
The annual dues shall extend for one calendar year with all members renewing on their anniversary date.
Article IV Officers
Officers.
The elected officers of OADN shall be President, President-elect, Past President, Secretary, Treasurer, and five directors. Up to two individuals may be appointed as Public Directors.
Eligibility.
The President, President-elect, Secretary, Treasurer, and five directors shall be elected from the membership of this Organization.
Terms of Office.
The President-elect shall serve a one-year term as President-elect and two years as President. The President-elect shall be elected during odd years. The Immediate Past President shall serve for a one-year term. The Treasurer and three Directors shall be elected during even years. The Secretary and two Directors shall be elected during odd years.
Election.
The annual election shall be held by ballot. A plurality vote for any office shall constitute the election. In case of a tie vote, the election shall be determined by the Nominating Committee by lot.
Vacancy.
In the event of a vacancy in the office of President, the President-elect or immediate Past President shall succeed to such office for the unexpired term.
Other vacancies shall be filled by the Board of Directors for the unexpired term.
Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors shall be composed of the Officers and Directors. The Board of Directors shall conduct the business of the Organization.
The Board of Directors, with a 2/3 vote, shall have the authority to remove from office in the Organization a Board member or Committee Chair whose actions are not supportive of the goals of the organization or who does not fulfill the duties of his/her office. Provisions shall be made for a fair hearing and an appeal process.
Quorum. A quorum is met with the President and/or Past president and/or President-elect plus a simple majority of board members.
‘Article V Duties of Officers
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Bylaws page 3 of 5 The President shall preside at all meetings of the Board of Directors and general membership of this Organization and shall represent the organization.
The President shall perform such other duties as ordinarily pertain to this office and as listed in the OADN Board of Directors Handbook.
President-Elect/Past-President.
The Officer shall preside in the absence of the President.
The Officer shall serve in such other capacity as the Board may direct.
The Officer shall perform such other duties as ordinarily pertain to this office and as listed in the OADN Board of Directors Handbook.
Secretary.
The Secretary shall ensure an accurate record of all business proceedings of the Organization and the Board of Directors. The Secretary shall perform such other duties as ordinarily pertain to this office and as listed in the OADN Board of Directors Handbook.
Treasurer.
The Treasurer shall manage the finances.
The Treasurer shall perform such other duties as ordinarily pertain to this office and as listed in the OADN Board of Directors Handbook.
Directors.
The Directors shall serve in such capacities as the Board directs and as listed in the OADN Board of Directors Handbook. Public Directors
Public Directors shall be individuals with an interest in Associate Degree Nursing and shall contribute valuable insight from an external perspective.
Public Directors shall be individuals appointed by the Board. No more than two Public Directors shall serve for a two-year term with voting privileges.
Article VI
Meetings of the Organization
The regular meeting of the organization shall be held at least annually unless otherwise ordered by the Board of Directors. Special meetings may be called by the President or the Board of Directors as needed. The purpose of the meeting shall be stated in the call to meeting. At least ten days notice shall be given for any special meeting.
Notice.
The Board of Directors shall notify members of meetings 30 days in advance.
Quorum.
A quorum shall consist of three officers, including the President, President-elect, or Past President and 10% of the membership including representatives from at least five states.
Meetings of the Board of Directors.
Meetings of the Board of Directors shall be convened as the business and development of the organization indicate. Meetings of the Board of Directors shall be no less than twice a year.
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Article VII Committees Section 1.
The Board shall appoint committees and task forces to carry out the goals of the Organization.
Section 2. Nominations Committee.
Five committee members shall be elected by ballot for a two-year term. Three shall be elected in odd years and two in even years. The chair shall serve a one-year term, elected within one month of the annual meeting by committee membership. Nominations and Elections Chair and members shall not hold a position on the OADN Board
Article VIII State Chapters Recognition.
State organizations, which have been or here after may be organized, shall be recognized as State Chapters by majority vote of the Board of Directors, provided they meet the stated requirements and obligations. Applications for recognition shall be submitted to the Board of Directors.
Name.
A State Chapter may use in its name “Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN)” provided it is in good standing with the national Organization.
Bylaws.
State Chapters shall maintain bylaws, which must not be in conflict with the national bylaws.
Dues.
State Chapters shall include national dues in their state dues structure.
State Chapters shall determine their own state dues and shall inform the National Organization of the amount.
Article IX Amendments Revision/Amendments.
These bylaws may be amended by vote with the majority of ballots received constituting acceptance of the amendment. After adoption by the members, the amended bylaws, with date of adoption, shall be attached to the minutes of the Organization.
Article X
Parliamentary Authority
The rules contained in the latest edition of Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised shall govern meetings of the Organization in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with these bylaws.
Article XI Indemnification
Section 1. Every Director, Officer, Volunteer, and such others as specified from time to time by the Board of Directors, shall be indemnified by OADN against all expenses and liabilities including counsel fees, reasonably incurred or imposed upon them in connection with any proceeding to which they may be made a party, or in which they may become involved, by reason of having been a Director or Officer of OADN, or any settlement thereof, whether the person is a
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Bylaws page 5 of 5 Director or Officer at the time such expenses are incurred, except in such cases wherein the Director or Officer is adjudged guilty of willful misfeasance or malfeasance in the performance of duties. The foregoing right of indemnification shall be in addition to and not exclusive of all other rights to which the indemnified may be entitled.
Article XII Dissolution Article XII
Dissolution
This Organization may be dissolved by resolution of the membership passed by not less than two-thirds (2/3) vote of the members responding to a mail vote.
In the event of dissolution of this organization, the Board shall, after paying all liabilities of the organization, dispose of all of the remaining assets of OADN to an organization qualifying under the Internal Revenue Code, pursuant to the language of the Articles of Incorporation.
Dissolution of OADN also serves to dissolve all state chapters.
