NAPNAP Michigan Chapter

Our Chapter History

Since 1979, the Michigan Chapter has connected pediatric-focused clinicians, advanced education, strengthened advocacy, and helped expand recognition of nurse practitioners across the state.

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1979 Established in April

8th NAPNAP chapter in the nation

40 → 300+ Growth in chapter membership

Where we began

One of NAPNAP’s earliest state chapters

The Michigan Chapter was established in April 1979 as the eighth chapter of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. Beginning with approximately 40 pediatric nurse practitioners, the chapter grew to more than 300 members.

From its earliest years, the chapter focused on building a strong professional community for pediatric nurse practitioners while improving the quality and accessibility of care for children and families throughout Michigan.

The chapter’s history reflects a consistent commitment to pediatric expertise, professional leadership, and advocacy for children.

Longstanding chapter priorities

Leadership and resources for Michigan nurse practitioners

The chapter’s work has historically centered on four connected goals.

Continuing Education

Provide relevant educational programs that strengthen pediatric and advanced practice nursing.

Legislative Advocacy

Promote policies that improve pediatric care quality and advance the role of nurse practitioners.

Professional Collaboration

Build relationships with organizations that share commitments to child health and advanced practice nursing.

Public Education

Increase awareness of pediatric health needs and the expertise pediatric nurse practitioners bring to care.

A major advocacy milestone

January 5, 2017

House Bill 5400 became Public Act 499

The chapter records that collaboration with other nursing and health organizations contributed to the passage of House Bill 5400, which Gov. Rick Snyder signed into law as Public Act 499 of 2016.

The act:

Established an advanced practice registered nurse designation in the Michigan Public Health Code.
Authorized APRNs to independently prescribe nonscheduled prescription drugs.
Permitted prescribing of controlled substances under physician delegation.
Expanded statutory recognition of APRN roles and selected practice functions.

Public Act 499 represented meaningful progress for APRN practice in Michigan, but it did not establish full practice authority. Its provisions reflected broader national efforts to reduce unnecessary scope-of-practice barriers and allow nurses to practice more fully to their education and training.

View HB 5400 Read Public Act 499 Future of Nursing Report

Chapter leadership

Michigan Chapter Presidents

The chapter’s presidents represent nearly five decades of service, professional leadership, and commitment to pediatric health.

2020s

2026–28 Current

Christina Quick

2024–26

Megan Harris

2022–24

Ann Marie Ramsey

2020–22

Danielle VanDamme

2010s

2018–20

Nicole L. Boucher

2016–18

Kimberly K. Fenbert

2014–16

Joanne M. Howard

2013–14

Kimberly K. Fenbert

2012–13

Esther C. Sikorski

2011–12

Victoria F. Trabucchi

2010–11

Bethany H. Musallam

2000s

2009–10

Lindsay Drouillard

2007–09

Kristin Ahrens

2005–07

Mary Targosz

2003–05

Jan Goertz

2000–03

Ann Sheehan

1990s

1999–2000

Jean Martin

1997–99

Rebecca Brown

1995–97

Tondi Harrison

1993–95

Linda Robinson

1991–93

Madelyn McMurtrie

Founding Years

1989–91

Jonnie Hamilton

1987–89

Jan Goertz

1985–87

Karen Moore

1983–85

Mary Ann Norton

1981–83

Julie Ann Dodge

1979–81

Emma Tillman

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