Call for Nominations

2026 NEAOHN Call for Nominations, January 23, 2026
NEAOHN Open Positions for Term: 2026 through 2027
Eligibility: Active or Retired NEAOHN members in good standing

We are accepting nominations for all positions now available on the NEAOHN Board of Directors as described below. Candidates accepting nominations for offices have 30 days to submit a short biographical statement that includes position you are nominated for, any experience in local, state, regional or national chapter professional organization, brief work history and reason for applying for position. We will be holding our Annual Meeting where voting will be conducted at the end of March but will also prepare a ballot for electronic voting.

Please send your nomination to everett.sparks1952@gmail.com

Position: President

1. Preside over Board and Membership meeting
2. Be accountable for the board’s governance
3. Perform duties set down by the bylaws or standing rules adopted by the Board of Directors
4. Appoint, subject to the approval of the Board of Directors, standing and ad hoc committees
5. Approve bills for payment, subject to limits prescribed by the Board of Directors
6. Be a member of all committees, except the Nominating Committee
7. Submit an annual written report
8. Cast a vote at Board meetings only to break a tie vote
9. Notify officers, Board members, and NEAOHN members of any changes in the usual and customary business practices that positively or negatively impact the Association

Additional Responsibilities: Attend Board Meetings virtually (4-6 per year including annual conference). Attend annual conference.

Position: Vice President

1. In the absence of the President, assume the duties of that office.
2. Succeed to the office for the un-expired term in the event of a vacancy in that office
3. Work with the President and Board to update the NEAOHN Bylaws as needed
4. Assume other duties assigned by the bylaws or standing rules or the Board of Directors
5. File necessary paperwork to ensure ongoing incorporation status of organization unless task is assigned to a Certified Public Accountant or responsible party. (This is currently the case in NEAOHN)

Additional Responsibilities: Attend Board Meetings virtually (4-6 per year including annual conference) Attend annual conference in person if possible.

Position: Secretary

1. Responsible for the preparation of the minutes for all meetings of NEAOHN and the Board of Directors
2. Maintain a copy of the bylaws
3. Custodian of all records and property, except that which is specifically assigned to others
4. Conduct general correspondence
5. Working with the President:
   1. Send notices of regular and special meetings in accordance with these bylaws
   2. Prepare any special notices to go forth with the call to the annual meetings
   3. Notify members of the election or change in officers within 30 days
6. Manage the Annual Medique Award Selection in coordination with the Annual Conference

Additional Responsibilities: Attend Board Meetings virtually (4-6 per year including annual conference) Attend annual conference in person if possible.

Position: Treasurer

1. Receive and deport all monies belonging to this chapter in a bank approved by the Board of Directors
2. Become bonded if requested by the Board of Directors
3. Keep itemized records of receipts and disbursements and book of accounts
4. Pay by check all bills approved by the President
5. Submit the books for an annual independent review by an external party or an audit committee appointed by the Board of Directors
6. Submit an annual financial report to the Annual Meeting
7. Submit a report at each meeting of the Board of Directors and NEAOHN
8. Ensure any applicable federal, state, or local taxes are filed and paid

Additional Responsibilities: Attend Board Meetings virtually (4-6 per year including annual conference) Attend annual conference in person if possible.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Beckie Bethel, President NEAOHN: beckie.odell@gmail.com