Welcome back to another enriching episode of Nurses with Voices! In today's episode, your host, Dr. Lendra James, engages in a captivating conversation with the distinguished Dr. Danielle McCamey, founder of DNPs of Color. This organization is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion within the nursing profession.

Get ready to dive into Dr. McCamey's inspiring nursing journey, from her early days influenced by her mother's home health nursing to her vibrant career in surgical critical care. She will share the challenges she faced as a black woman in a DNP program and how those experiences led her to create a supportive community for nurses of color.

You'll also hear about her groundbreaking mentorship program, the importance of publishing impactful DNP projects, and her recent recognition by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. Join us as Dr. McCamey offers invaluable advice for advancing nursing careers and making meaningful impacts in diverse communities.

Stay tuned for a conversation filled with education, empowerment, and inspiration!

Connect with Danielle and DNPs of Color:

- Website: DNPs of Color https://www.dnpsofcolor.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dnpsofcolor

Events: https://www.dnpsofcolor.org/news-and-events/

Sneakers: https://www.dnpsofcolor.org/doc-shop/

00:00 Preferring surgical critical care to medical ICU.
04:02 Chose DNP over other tracks, faced challenges.
07:05 Diverse nurses lack support and recognition.
10:04 "I'm so happy for you, very inspiring."
16:05 Overcoming trauma, funding, and professional collaboration struggles.
17:11 Behaving in certain rooms can be tiring.
21:52 Four mentors: parent, career strategist, goal model.
24:00 Recognition of entrepreneurial needs through mentorship.