Chi Eta Phi Flashcards

Organization Overview

• Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. is a professional organization for registered and student nurses, representing diverse ethnic backgrounds.
• The organization was founded on October 16, 1932, at Freedman's Hospital, Washington, D.C. by Ailene Carrington Ewell.

Chapters and Membership

• The Lambda Chi Alpha Beta Chapter is located in the Midwest region.
• Membership is by invitation and includes more than 8000 nurses across over 83 graduate and 39 undergraduate chapters.
• Chapters are situated in 26 states, the District of Columbia, St. Thomas, and the US Virgin Islands.

Founding Members

• The twelve founding jewels of Chi Eta Phi are notable figures, including Ailene Carrington Ewell, Clara Beverly, and Lillian Mosely Boswell.

Mission and Vision

• The vision emphasizes leadership in health education, community service, and development.
• The mission focuses on providing service for humanity, elevating the nursing profession, and increasing interest in nursing.

Goals and Initiatives

• The mission is accomplished through continuing education, recruitment for health careers, fostering member relationships, and collaborating with other professional groups.
• The organization identifies core nursing leaders to promote social changes across various levels.

Greek Letter Significance

• Greek letters in Chi Eta Phi convey meanings: Chi (Character), Eta (Education), and Phi (Friendship).

Core Motto and Prayer

• The motto of the organization is "Service FOR Humanity".
• The Mary Stewart Prayer promotes virtues such as kindness, understanding, and a commitment to serving others.

Membership Categories

• Graduate Member: A licensed nurse from an accredited program who meets financial responsibilities.
• Undergraduate (Beta) Member: A nursing student maintaining acceptable academic standards, with the option to retain membership after graduation.
• Life Member: A graduate member who has been financially active for ten years.
• Member-at-Large: A graduate member residing where no chapter exists, meeting financial obligations.
• Honorary Member: A nurse recognized for outstanding contributions to the profession.

Current Theme and Initiatives

• The current theme focuses on developing healthy communities through advocacy, collaboration, education, leadership, research, and service.
• National programs include disease prevention, health promotion, and outreach programs for various demographics.