October 20, 2025 |
On Saturday, October 18th, 2025, I had the honor of being inducted as a Fellow into the American Academy of Nursing in Washington DC. I was honored alongside 300 other talented nurses from across the globe to join the 3400 Fellows in the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN). The American Academy of Nursing (AAN)’s purpose… Read more
March 23, 2025 |
Their patients come first, often even before themselves. On January 13th, the Gallup poll released its data for the most honest and ethical professions as ranked by the public. “Three in four Americans consider nurses highly honest and ethical, making them the most trusted of 23 professions rated in Gallup’s annual measurement.” As a nurse, this… Read more
November 24, 2024 |
“I am going to have you sign the consent form.” I heard this while checking into my Primary Care Provider (PCP) appointment a few weeks ago. When I go into a healthcare appointment, I am always looking around for opportunities to improve on the patient experience. However, I never expect what I do encounter. This… Read more
August 25, 2024 |
What is the role of resilience in being a nurse? I believe I am a resilient person. I also believe that my resilience has been as a result of challenges that I have overcome over the years. Recently resiliency came up in conversation in the context of nursing practice. The U.S. Department of State describes… Read more
May 12, 2024 |
National Nurses Week runs May 6th through May 12th. The celebratory week culminates on Florence Nightingale’s birthday. May 12th is recognized as International Nurses Day by the International Council of Nurses. This year marks the 30th year of celebrating National Nurses Week. I have been a nurse for 24 years this June. I still remember… Read more
Dr. Kelley has 25 years of nursing and healthcare experience. She spent the last 21 years working in the field of nursing informatics. Read more
