Pettis Memorial Registered Nurses Association
Minerva Aller-dela Fuente, RN
Minerva@unac-ca.org
President – Mary Jane Mendoza, RN
maja66rn@yahoo.com
Vice President – Arlene Cortes, RN
ajoyc83@yahoo.com
Assoc. Rep. Coordinator – Rita Ihenacho, RN
adannayar@yahoo.com
Treasurer – Brenda Jordan, RN
Amaree9991@yahoo.com
Secretary – Phillip Farmer, RN
Pettis News
Governor Brown Vetoes Board of Nursing Renewal Bill — Write Your Legislators So We Can Get it Back ASAP
Email your legislators on our site to ask for rapid action on a special session to pass legislation to ensure the BRN is maintained. Read moreBecome a Steward
Do you feel empowered to be more involved with your union? Do you want to help serve as a bridge between your unit and your union representatives? Together we can! Become a Steward! Attend Steward trainings, proudly wear your Steward button when on your unit and together we can help build a stronger union. If members are interested, feel free to contact any of the officers.
Our Numbers are on the Rise!
There is strength in numbers! Our union membership is at an all time high and growing! Together we can make those numbers even better! Interested in becoming a member? Know someone who is not a member? It’s as easy as filling out a postcard! Come to the PMRNA office located on 2SW room 2D-48 and our officers will gladly give you more information!
Knowledge is Power!
Basic Labor Management Training coming soon! Earn up to six (6) CE contact hours upon completion of this program. Lunch will be provided. Come and get more involved with YOUR union. There is a $10.00 attendance fee to reserve your spot that will be refunded to you on the day of the class.
Mail check or money order with completed form to:
UNAC/UHCP Seminars
955 Overland Court Suite #150
San Dimas, Ca 91773… Read more
Biographies of PMRNA Officers
Mary Mendoza, MSN, Ed, RN, CCRN
President
In April 2005, Mary Mendoza started her employment at Jerry L. Pettis VA Medical Center as a critical care nurse. Her nursing experience is extensive and diverse. Mary worked in four other acute care hospitals besides the VA Medical Center. She provided nursing care to diverse clients from across the life cycle. Besides Intensive Care, Mary worked as a staff nurse in other nursing specialties: Postpartum, Nursery,… Read more
Get the Latest News
In the last year, UNAC/UHCP has emailed out critical information to members about contract negotiations, license notices, and health care benefits. Don’t be left out because we don’t have your email address. Send us your email address at publicaffairs@unac-ca.org along with your name and your affiliate.
UNAC/UHCP Retiree Council Plans Next Steps
Members of the United Nurses Association/Union of Health Care Professionals Retirees Council Committee met in the UNAC/UHCP San Dimas office to plan for the future. Committee member Barbara Jordan, RN, said, “UNAC/UHCP does not end when you retire. It is a new beginning.” Read moreOctober 2010 Pettis Pulse Newsletter
Message from the Vice President
Pettis Memorial Registered Nurses Association (PMRNA) has made huge strides in growth, increasing our membership this year by 71 members as of the end of September.
Your awareness and interest in becoming active ensures we remain a thriving and integral part of the Loma Linda VA Hospital. We encourage you to become StarRNs on your respective units. For more information on becoming a StaRN, please speak with one… Read more
Affiliate Officer Spotlight – December 7, 2009
Affiliate Officer Spotlight
John Currie was elected Vice President in December of 2008. He is a staff nurse on 2NE day shift. John has been employed at the VA for 3 years. He has been an RN for 20 years. John is also a clinical nursing instructor for Victor Valley College and Chaffey College. John is the founder of the International Reach and Touch Institute, a nonprofit organization committed to… Read more







