My work extends beyond the bedside into county councils , disability justice committees , and national research panels . I ’ m dedicated to integrating health policy and law with nursing to break down the barriers that stand in the way of equity and justice in healthcare . I believe that our work as nurses has the power to transform lives — not just through care but through advocacy , policy , and creating a more just world .
I ’ m ready to build that world alongside you . Let ’ s connect at the 2025 NSNA Annual Convention in Seattle , WA ( my hometown !), and create something that lasts !
Mary Ella McCarthy
University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh , PA
Hi NSNA members ! I am so grateful for this opportunity to serve on this year ’ s NSNA Resolution Committee . I ’ m Mary Ella , a senior at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh , PA pursuing a BSN and a certificate in Global Health . Additionally , I serve as the Vice President of my school ’ s Nursing Student Association . I hope to be a pediatric transplant nurse upon graduation in the spring ! Outside of clinical and studying , I love to paint , read , and hang out with my two cats Ron and Ginny .
Resolutions are an opportunity for your voice to be heard in healthcare policy and advocacy . Whether it is things you see in a clinical day , or your passions that you advocate for , they can be brought to the NSNA community to encourage collaboration with others and advocating for policy . I encourage you to use your voice in resolutions and know that the NSNA Resolutions Committee is here to support you every step of the way ! I am looking forward to meeting you at Annual Convention in the spring , and please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions .
Rachael Ojeikhodion
University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis , MN
Hello fellow NSNA members ! I am honored to serve as a Resolution Committee member this year . I ’ m from Rochester , MN , and currently a senior nursing student in the BSN program at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities . My interests in nursing include working in the CVICU in North Carolina and exploring opportunities as a legal nurse consultant . In the long term , I aim to pursue a career as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist ( CRNA ).
Outside of nursing school , I love spending time with my friends and family , playing games , going on walks , and having great conversations . I also enjoy pickleball , basketball , and reading when I get the chance .
I ’ m excited to be part of such an amazing team on the Resolutions Committee , and I look forward to helping others achieve their goals while growing within this incredible organization . I ’ m grateful to be working alongside such dedicated and inspiring people !
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