Meet Shari Billinger, MSN, RN Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "I became a nurse over 30 years ago after working as a phlebotomist for 6 years. During that time, I witnessed firsthand the incredible impact nurses had on patients' lives. Watching them save lives and provide [...]
Meet Timothy Walker, RN, CDCES Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "I was inspired and excited to become a nurse mostly because I wanted to help people and by my sister-in- law who is nurse." Q: What is your favorite part of being a nurse? A: "My [...]
Meet Tracey Rausenberger, BSN, RN Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "Well, when I was in high school (a very long time ago) my dad said, I think you would make an excellent nurse and "I will pay for your schooling if you go into nursing after [...]
Meet Melanie Palma, APRN-CNP Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "When I was about 10 years old, my bother lacerated the skin off his kneecap while running home in the rain. We had a gravel driveway with a metal trench at the end to allow for water [...]
Meet Miranda Mulder, MSN, BSN, RN, CCRN Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "I wanted the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on people's lives by providing care and support, especially during vulnerable times." Q: What is your favorite part of being a nurse? A: [...]
Meet Laura Berry, NRO, RN Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "I fell in love with caring for people and wanted to be able to help my patients beyond taking care of them. I wanted to be able to be able to advocate for my patients when [...]
Meet Tosha Rains, MSN, APRN, CCRN Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "Interestingly nursing wasn't my first career choice but, after obtaining a degree in healthcare management, I realized I was more drawn to the clinical side of healthcare prompting me to return to college to complete [...]
Meet Jessica Dold, BSN, RN, RNC-LRN Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "I was initially drawn to the flexibility and opportunities nursing has to offer. I was intrigued by the numerous career options and areas for growth." Q: What is your favorite part of being a nurse? [...]
Meet Katie Kirkpatrick, Rn, BSN, Nurse Manager Question: Why did you become a nurse? A: "I love helping people. I always have. Being a caregiver and resource person makes me feel good. There is no better feeling than solving problems to help someone overcome their issues whether they are [...]
Meet Kelly Groh, RAC Member 2024 Question: Tell us a little more about yourself A: "My name is Linsey Ferrell, and I’m passionate about driving meaningful change through nonprofit leadership. I grew up in Lawson, MO, and the Kansas City area has always been home. My parents still live [...]
