August 19th, 2021

The Reason I Serve: Judith M. Scott, PhD, RN

In your view, why is it important for nurses to serve on boards? It is the responsibility of all citizens to offer leadership and expertise where it can benefit the larger population, and this includes nurses. I tell my students this at every opportunity. Share an experience of how you have made an impact serving on boards. This is my ...

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January 22nd, 2021

The Reason I Serve: Susan Taft, RN, BSN, MSN, PhD

When you first join a board, especially as a nurse, take the time to observe the process for a few meetings and personally introduce yourself to other board members and staff assisting the board. Include a personal introduction to the secretary taking minutes. After you have a good sense of the board's culture and procedures, don't sit quietly through meetings: establish ...

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December 18th, 2020

The Reason I Serve: Janet Dewan, PhD, CRNA

Q1 Which Nursing Organizations are you currently a member of? AANA, MANA, ANA, HVO anesthesia Which board(s) are you currently serving on? International Organization for Women and Development medical advisory Board Q2 Tell us how your input on the board creates new perspectives for thinking about board activities or priorities. I helped integrate nursing into a medically dominated direction for ...

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