Member Spotlight
NCNA's Member Spotlights celebrate the voices, experiences, and impact of NCNA members across North Carolina. Each spotlight highlights a nurse’s unique journey, professional insights, and dedication to advancing the nursing profession.
Read Jolene's Member Spotlight below to learn more about her career path, what inspires her work, and the advice she shares with fellow nurses.
Jolene Andrea Toney, RN-BSCN
Employed as a Student Learning Specialist at Chamberlain University, Jolene brings 19 years of nursing experience to the table. Within her role, Jolene facilitates labs and simulation-based education in a SimCare Center. Jolene is passionate about seeking to empower her patients, colleagues, and students through conversations along with being resourceful.
Share an 'ah-ha' moment when you knew you made a great career decision to become a nurse?
Nursing school was a “breeze”. It was at nursing school I realized this was the profession for me pursue “I love to help people”
What inspires you most about being a nurse?
The diversity of the profession and the leverage it gives for me to authentically contribute to the profession.
Share a nursing experience that stands out to you - when you learned something about yourself, or about being a nurse, that was meaningful to you.
When I was struck with feelings of burnout. Through that I learned I am powerful beyond measure by being an advocate for myself as I have always done for my patients.
What (or who) inspired you to become a nurse?
It was modeled to me as a noble and esteemed profession by the nurses in my community.
What motivates you to participate in the NC Nurses Association?
To learn more about the role the NC Nurses Association has here in North Carolina. To expand my network and contribute to a cause that aligns eventually
Share something awesome you are doing in your current role as a nurse.
I coach nurses young in their career to reinvent modern nursing through webinars, workshops, one-on-one coaching, and retreats.
Do you have a favorite quote, cartoon or image about nursing to share?
"Give me a fish and I will eat for a day, teach me to fish and I will eat for a lifetime". ~ Chinese proverb
Jolene's Advice for a New Nurse
Take care of yourself and be passion about what you do!
NCNA thanks you for being a part of our community and for your passion for nursing, Jolene!
