Jill Price’s Path to Board Service Through NOBC

Jill Price, PhD, MSN, RN, FAAN, Professor at Walden University, recently earned an appointment to the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)’s Cardiovascular Board Specialty. Her experience shows how nurses can step into influential leadership roles — and how the Nurses on Boards Coalition (NOBC) helps make those opportunities visible.

Why She Signed Up

Jill signed up because she wanted an opportunity to contribute her clinical expertise and nursing perspective to a national organization that influences standards in cardiovascular care. She saw board service as a meaningful way to give back to the profession and help shape the future of certification and quality improvement in healthcare.

How She Learned About the Opportunity

She learned about the opportunity through the Nurses on Boards Coalition (NOBC). Their outreach and resources highlighted the importance of nurse representation on boards and made her aware of opportunities where nurses can have a significant impact on healthcare decision‑making.

“Working with NOBC on board placements has been an exceptional experience. The process was seamless, well-organized, and incredibly supportive from beginning to end. NOBC made it easy to explore meaningful board opportunities by providing a curated list of boards seeking members, allowing nurses to identify organizations that align with their professional experience, expertise, and interests. Their guidance, clear communication, and commitment to helping candidates find the right fit truly set them apart. I highly recommend NOBC to anyone considering board service and looking for a rewarding opportunity to expand their leadership and professional impact.”

What Motivated Her to Apply

Jill was motivated by the chance to ensure that nursing perspectives are included in discussions that influence patient outcomes, professional standards, and healthcare quality. She also viewed it as an opportunity for personal and professional growth while serving the broader healthcare community.

Her Experience With the Selection Process

From her perspective, the process was well organized, transparent, and professional. It encouraged applicants to reflect on their leadership experiences, expertise, and commitment to service. Throughout the process, she felt that diverse perspectives and qualifications were valued.

What Excites Her Most About Serving

Jill is most excited about the opportunity to collaborate with interdisciplinary leaders who are dedicated to advancing cardiovascular care. She is especially enthusiastic about contributing a nursing perspective — as the only nurse appointed to the cardiovascular specialty board — to discussions around certification, professional standards, lifelong learning, and improving outcomes for patients with cardiovascular conditions.

Her Advice to Nurses Considering Board Service

Her advice to nurses is to recognize the value of their unique expertise and voice. Nurses bring critical insights into patient care, systems improvement, and healthcare delivery. Even if you do not feel you meet every qualification, apply anyway. Board service provides an excellent opportunity to learn, grow as a leader, and make a meaningful impact on healthcare at a broader level.

Ready to Explore Board Service Yourself?

Jill’s story began with a simple step: learning about opportunities through NOBC.

If you’re a nurse who wants to serve — or even just wants to stay informed about upcoming board openings — you can sign up to receive opportunities directly from NOBC.

Visit: https://www.nursesonboardscoalition.org/i-want-to-serve/

Your expertise matters. Your voice is needed. And, as Jill’s experience shows, the path to board service often begins with simply raising your hand.