Lisa Crane

Lisa Crane

Credentials: MSN, RN

Place of Employment: Family Partnership at Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana

Which Nursing Organizations are you currently a member of: ANA, ISNA

Board(s) currently serving on: Indiana Center for Nursing, Community Action of Greater Indianapolis

 

Tell us about your journey to the boardroom. What inspired you to seek a leadership position?

I lead a nurse-led, evidence-based community health program in Indiana (Nurse-Family Partnership) and wanted to bring attention to nurse’s role in community health while addressing social determinants of health.

What are you doing to ensure you continue to grow and develop as a leader?

I have several mentors and seek out opportunities to learn (formally and informally).

What impact have you had serving on a board? Example?

I have worked to connect our Community Action Organization with the School of Medicine and we’re exploring ways we can research how improving housing can improve health outcomes.

What advice would you give someone going into a board leadership position for the first time?

Take time to listen and learn, then seek to influence in a way that capitalizes on your expertise and experience in healthcare.

What are a few resources you would recommend to someone looking to gain insight into becoming a better leader and eventually obtaining a board position?

Why do you feel it is important for nurses to serve on boards?

To represent “health in all policies” -American Public Health Association

What do you think is the most significant barrier to nurses serving on boards?

Time limitations.

- MSN, RN

Lisa Crane MSN, RN October 30, 2017

Boards: Indiana Center for Nursing, Community Action of Greater Indianapolis

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