The Reason I Serve

Randi Kopf RN, MS, JD, BS

Nurses have a unique perspective to contribute to any board not just scientific/nursing/medical/pharmaceutical knowledge, but also unique problem solving skills utilizing their experiences of the human condition, the ability to integrate large amounts of data to determine what people need, how they respond to situations to solve problems that can be urgent, chronic or challenging that will be an asset to any board. Continue Reading

- RN, MS, JD, BS

Boards: The American Association of Nurse Attorneys Foundation, The Charles E. Smith Life Communities, Chesapeake Nurse Attorneys, Inc.

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Kim Newlin RN, ANP-C, CNS, FPCNA, FAHA

Nurses bring a unique perspective to any board, with the special blend of clinical knowledge and direct patient care experience that allows for insights into complex issues that many boards are trying to address. I am also currently the team coordinator for our local Girl Scouts service unit and troop leader, and my educational and professional experience allow me to bring depth to the STEM and healthy behavior focus of this organization. Continue Reading

- RN, ANP-C, CNS, FPCNA, FAHA

Boards: Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association

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Teresa Garrett DNP, RN, APHN-BC

It’s time to leverage the trust that patients and families give to our profession by serving our communities on boards. We offer a unique, caring perspective not available by any other professional group. Continue Reading

- DNP, RN, APHN-BC

Boards: American Public Health Association Action Board, Utah Organization of Nurse Leaders, Utah Action Coalition, Holy Cross Ministries, YWCA Public Policy Board, Salt Lake City Police Civilian Review Board

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Jackie Webb DNP, FNP-BC, RN

The art of caring allows us to examine potential problems by listening for various approaches to problem solving, communicating effectively and always keeping the client at the center of any management plan. These are incredible skills to have as a board member. Continue Reading

- DNP, FNP-BC, RN

Boards: Oregon Health Authority Cultural Competence Continuing Education Review, Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization Committee International Nursing Re-entry Program Board, National Association of Hispanic Nurses Policy Board

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