The Texas Board of Nursing convened on April 18, 2024, to discuss various agenda items, including preparations for an upcoming summit and updates from advisory committees.

The meeting began with an enthusiastic report on the planning of a significant event, led by Elise, who has dedicated extensive time and effort to ensure its success. The logistics of the event, which involves organizing discussions at 25 tables with diverse representation, were managed by Sierra Williamson, who was commended for her graceful handling of the complexities involved.

The board expressed appreciation for the contributions of the education and practice team, who collaborated with partners such as the Texas Organization for Nursing Leadership and the Texas Nurses Association to develop questions and facilitate the summit. The event is anticipated to be impactful, with the board looking forward to reporting on its outcomes in the next meeting.

In addition to the summit preparations, the board briefly addressed the advanced practice nursing advisory committee and the nursing practice advisory committee, noting that there were no reports from either group during this session.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the board's commitment to enhancing nursing practice and education in Texas, with a focus on collaboration and effective planning for future events. The next steps will include follow-up on the summit and continued engagement with advisory committees.