I am a registered Clinical Nurse Specialist in Virginia, and am also board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, as an Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist.  I am a member of the Virginia Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, as well as a member of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists.  I fully support the notice of intended regulatory action (NOIRA) that has been submitted.  

I stand behind any collaborative efforts that will align the Code of Virginia with the Consensus Model for APRN regulation, licensure, accreditation, certification and education.  The residents of Virginia deserve access to the very best care providers available, practicing to their fullest educational preparation levels.