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NAHSE Mission • The National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) is a non-profit association of Black health care executives founded in 1968 for the purpose of promoting the advancement and development of Black health care leaders, and elevating the quality of health care services rendered to minority and underserved communities. Since its inception, NAHSE has sponsored and participated in local and national programs and projects designed to improve quality, access and availability to health services and to expand educational opportunities in the field of Health Services Administration. • NAHSE's purpose is to ensure greater participation of minority groups in the health field. Its basic objective is to develop and maintain a strong viable national body to more effectively have input in the national health care delivery system. It has provided a vehicle for Blacks to effectively participate in the design, direction and delivery of quality health care to all people.
NAHSE Vision • NASHE will be recognized globally as the premier professional membership society for Blacks in health care management. NASHE strives to improve the health status, economic opportunities and educational advancement of the communities we serve. • NAHSE is committed to the Association goals by providing: • Professional Programs/Workshops • Educational Programs • A Job Bank/Mentoring Scholarship • Student Internship Community Service Projects • Health Policy Impact • Expanding Business Contracting Opportunities
History • NAHSE places its origin as far back as the early 1930's, when a group of black health executives formed what was then called the National Hospital Association (NHA), an affiliate of the National Medical Association (NMA). In 1936, a meeting of all "Negro hospital executives" was called and held at Lincoln Hospital in Durham, NC. At that meeting, the NHA was renamed the National Conference of Hospital Administration (NCHA). Dr. Albert W. Dent was named Chairman and Mr. John Procope was named Secretary-Treasurer. After several changes in leadership, the Conference's activities were limited to one informal meeting held in conjunction with the annual AHA meeting. In 1968, NAHSE was formed and Mr. Everett W. Fox was named the first President.
Membership Benefit • Affiliation with one of NAHSE’s local chapters which allow for great educational and networking opportunities. • Annual Educational Conference with healthcare related programs and well-known speakers and eligibility for up to nine category II ACHE credits. • An annual CEO/Senior Executive program that focuses on the leader’s role in healthcare. • Emerging Leaders Health Care Forum for students and early careerists. • On-Line Career Center for members to post their resume and employers to post positions that are seeking experience minority professionals. • Annual Educational Conference with healthcare related programs and well-known speakers and eligibility for up to nine category II ACHE credits.
Local Chapter • Ohio River Valley chapter provides educational programs, local information, and volunteering and networking opportunities to help local members develop crucial leadership skills and network among colleagues. • The chapter also provide senior-level executives and other established leaders opportunities to give back to the profession.
Network • There is no better time to expand your network. When you get involved with your local ACHE chapter you’ll find a number of opportunities to connect with healthcare leaders at every career stage. • • Strengthen your leadership skills as you share experiences, challenges and successes with new professional contacts, mentors and friends• Develop relationships with executives who share your commitment to your community• Meet local healthcare associates at your chapter meetings and events• Increase your local professional contacts
Education/Learning • Now more than ever you need to make the most of every resource to become a more effective professional. Your local ACHE chapter provides a wide variety of educational programs and events–close to home–designed to fit your professional development goals schedule and budget. • • Attend your chapter’s educational programs without incurring hefty travel expenses• Earn ACHE Face-to-Face Education credits that count toward earning or recertifying your FACHE credential• Make recommendations to your local chapter and get education on the topics that meet your needs
lead • When you're ready to take on new leadership roles, your local ACHE chapter is ready to support you. Take advantage of volunteer opportunities, career management resources and educational programs–close to home–to develop crucial leadership skills. • • Serve on a chapter committee or task force• Volunteer for leadership opportunities locally• Be recognized as a leader in the community • Learn how ACHE recognizes the volunteering efforts of its affiliates through the ACHE Recognition Program.
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Contact NAHSE • National Association of Health Services Executives NAHSE National Office 1050 Connecticut Ave, N.W. 10th Floor Washington, DC 20036 Phone: 202.772.1030 www.NAHSE.org Email:nahsehq@NAHSE.org