Executive Committee Members

Mary Sirmons RN, BSN, MS
Assistant Treasurer/Secretary Retired Nurse Educator
Dr. Patricia Orender
President Elect Columbia County Florida Gateway College
Dr. Marilyn Pestano-Harte
President Broward County School District Atlantic Technical College
Dr. Lisa Wright
Past President The School District of Lee County
Donna Llerandi RN, MSN
Citrus County School District Withlacoochee Technical College
Sarah Dillard RN, MSN
Citrus County School District Withlacoochee Technical College
Karen Crider
Miami Dade County School District Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College
Dr. Sharmin Anderson
Treasurer Retired Nurse Educator
Susan Espenship
Florida Gateway College Columbia County
Melanie Champion
Miami Dade County School District Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College

Overview

APNEF is a non-profit professional organization whos purpose is to improve the quality of Practical Nursing education in the state of Florida
Mission and Vision of APNEF Organization
Our Mission is to promote academic education, professional development and lifelong enhancement of nurses, competent in patient care and leadership. We advocate for healthcare policy and the advancement of health and healthcare knowledge within our population.

APNEF Objectives

1. Promote the professional development of all members through continuing education and workshops 2. Serve as a vehicle to disseminate pertinent information and issues of concern relating to Practical Nursing Education 3. Provide opportunity for effective exchange of information with all members relating to educational resources and clinical expertise 4. Foster good interpersonal relationships with related professional, educational, and health care organizations 5. Participate in and recommend action on local, state and national issues relating to Practical Nursing education and Nursing Practice
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