The Reason I Serve

Judy Schneider RN, CPAN

My journey started with my professional organization, North Carolina Association of Peri-Anesthesia Nurses (NCAPAN). I was asked to join the BOD because I was active at the local level. This was my first Board experience, which was non-threatening, because I was among peers, and so it provided a wonderful learning environment. I have served in several positions, including President, and am currently their Governmental Affairs Director. When I attended the NCNA conference a couple of years ago, there was an announcement about the ANA initiative to get Nurses on Boards. That prompted me to apply for a position on the Board of Urban Ministries of Wake County. I had volunteered at their clinic for years, so I knew a little about the organization, and I was invited to join. I am serving my 2nd year of a 3-year term. Continue Reading

- RN, CPAN

Boards: Urban Ministries of Wake County

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Jessica Peck DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, CNE, CNL

I began serving on the Board for the Alumni Association for the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Nursing, my first board experience. One of my former faculty members who had been the director of my PNP program, encouraged me to run for a board position for NAPNAP. I had very little confidence in my qualifications or ability to make an impact at that time, but I had confidence in my faculty member and trusted her advice. To my surprise, I won the election! I was quickly surrounded by articulate, accomplished, inspiring nursing leaders. I sought acceptance into the NLN LEAD program, which further honed my leadership skills and ability to lead and influence others. That first experience has led to other multiple national placements and the wonderful opportunity to serve the nursing profession in a multitude of ways. Continue Reading

- DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, CNE, CNL

Boards: AANP- State Representative, NAPNAP Partners for Vulnerable Youth

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