Welcome to the Anna Vaughn School of Nursing (ORU's) Mu Iota chapter website!

This site offers you the opportunity to network with other chapter members, find out how to participate in chapter events, and discover your membership benefits.

 

Chapter News

  • Award Recognition

    Sigma Mu Iota Chapter is proud to announce that Fred De Souza, BSN, RN, President-Elect, has been named one of the “40 Leader Nurses Under 40” by The Nurse Magazine. The award was presented on August 23, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, during the magazine’s annual recognition ceremony.

    This prestigious honor highlights emerging nurse leaders who demonstrate excellence in clinical practice, leadership, and service to the profession. The Nurse Magazine is a nationally recognized publication dedicated to advancing nursing by showcasing innovation, advocacy, and the accomplishments of nurses who are shaping the future of healthcare.

    @thenursemagazine

  • New President and Vice-president 2025-2027

  • Mu Iota - Leadership Intern Program 2025

    We’re launching something new for Oral Roberts University nursing students — a unique opportunity to grow in leadership, connect with chapter leaders, and make an impact in the nursing profession. Stay tuned for more details soon — you won’t want to miss this!

  • Save the Date: April Chapter Event - Beyond the Bedside Workshop

    Greetings Mu Iota Chapter members!

    We hope this message finds you well. We are thrilled to invite you to our 2025 Beyond the Bedside Workshop event, taking place on Apr 12, 2025, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM at ORU's Nursing and Engineering Complex (8138 S Delaware Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136, USA).

    Register Today: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/2025-beyond-the-bedside-workshop

    Beyond the Bedside Workshop Flyer with QR Code

    💡 Why You Can't Miss This:
    ✅ Engage in dynamic discussions on professional growth & career advancement
    ✅ Connect with inspiring nurses who’ve paved their own unique paths
    ✅ Discover exciting roles beyond bedside nursing & how to get there
     Win Big! 🎁 Giveaways, prizes, and more surprises await!

    This is more than just a workshop—it’s an opportunity to shape your future in nursing. Secure your spot today and don’t miss out on an event that could redefine your career! 🚀

    We are also excited to share that Saint Francis Hospital will be sponsoring lunch for all attendees!

    Keynote Speakers:

    This year we are honored to welcome two distinguished keynote speakers:

    • Joanne Phillips, MS, RN, CPHRM – Interim Risk and Compliance Consultant, currently Interim Consultant at OSUMC
    • Sarah Grounds, BSN, RN – Founder/Executive Director of The City Lights Foundation of Oklahoma

    Additionally, we have lined up the following amazing speakers:

    • Amos Adesokan, APRN-BC – ANCC board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and the owner of Thrive Urgent & Health Care
    • Carrie Duran, BSN, RN, CDCES – Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at Saint Francis Hospital
    • Troy Sledge, MSN, RN – Adjunct nursing instructor at ORU's Anna Vaughn School of Nursing
    • Lindsay Richards, BSN, RN, CHPN – Director of Nursing with Elara Caring XIV
    • Tyress Lewis, RN  Clinical Manager II of 6 West General Medical/Continuous Visual Observation Unit at Saint Francis Hospital
    • Ashlee Blackaby, DNP, APRN-CRNA – Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
    • Lori Hull, BSN, RN, CFRN – Flight Nurse at Air Evac

    We are also excited to share that Saint Francis Hospital will be sponsoring lunch for all attendees!

    Registration Discount Code available for Sigma Members email us at sigma.muiota@gmail.com to obtain it!

    Your presence would mean the world to us as we come together to celebrate and support the vital work the Mu Iota Chapter of Sigma. As a valued member of our community, your involvement is crucial to the success of our mission to develop nurse leaders anywhere to improve healthcare everywhere with a vision of connected, empowered nurse leaders transforming global healthcare.

    Thank you for your steadfast support and for considering our invitation. We look forward to seeing you at the 2025 Beyond the Bedside Workshop and sharing an unforgettable day together.

    Warmest regards,

    Tina Hixson, MBA, MSN, RN

    Sigma Theta Tau International - Mu Iota Chapter

  • 2025 Beyond the Bedside Interest Survey

    Calling ALL nursing professionals and ALL those interested in the nursing field to please complete this brief interest survey by January 10th, 2025! We really appreciate your time and input! Follow this link to go to the survey (copy and paste this link to share with others): Interest Survey - 2025 Beyond the Bedside Workshop (Shareable)

    Thank you,
    Mu Iota Chapter

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