[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 111 (Tuesday, July 8, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1399]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING SANDRA M. BODIN

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                            HON. LOIS CAPPS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 8, 2008

  Mrs. CAPPS. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor Sandra M. Bodin, who 
just completed her services as President of the American Nephrology 
Nurses' Association, ANNA, for her dedication and contributions to 
nephrology nursing and kidney patients across the country.
  ANNA is one of the largest and most prestigious nursing associations 
in America. The organization is the recognized leader in nephrology 
nursing practice, education, research, and advocacy. ANNA's members are 
registered nurses and health care professionals at all levels of 
practice. They care for patients of all ages who are experiencing, or 
are at risk for, kidney disease. The organization's mission is to 
advance nephrology nursing practice and positively influence outcomes 
for patients with kidney or other disease processes requiring 
replacement therapies through advocacy, scholarship, and excellence.
  As an active member of ANNA, Sandra has served as President, Vice 
President, and as a member of the Board of Directors. Also, she 
received the Ron Brady Memorial Award for Excellence in Volunteer 
Leadership from ANNA in 2002.
  As ANNA's president Sandra has inspired nephrology nurses to reach 
the highest levels of practice and patient care. She is a visionary 
leader who has implemented a broad range of initiatives that will 
continue to improve care for patients whose lives depend on dialysis 
and other kidney replacement treatments.
  Professionally, Sandra graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and a Master 
of Arts in Nursing from the College of Scholastica in Duluth, 
Minnesota. She became a Registered Nurse in 1977 and a Certified 
Nephrology Nurse in 1992. Sandra currently is the lead Clinical 
Informatics Analyst and Application Coordinator at the SMDC Health 
System in Duluth Minnesota. Sandra has also worked at the Miller-Dawn 
Medical Center and St. Mary's Hospital, both in Duluth.
  I honor her efforts to promote the care of those suffering from 
kidney disease. I recognize her achievements as a nurse, patient 
advocate, and healthcare leader. I commend Sandra on her service to the 
American Nephrology Nurses' Association and our country.
  Please join me in commending Sandra M. Bodin for her years of vision, 
leadership, and commitment.

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