From teenage mom to chief nursing officer: Distinguished Graduate Shanell Murphy’s Journey

From teenage mom to chief nursing officer, first-generation college graduate Shanell Murphy shares her inspiring story of resilience and success and how her commitment to nursing education has paved the way. On this podcast, we explore her growth from her early days in Charleston, South Carolina, to her healthcare leadership chapters in Cleveland, Ohio, including her involvement with the American Nursing Association. Shanell has earned three degrees from WGU – her bachelor’s of science in nursing, her master’s in business administration with concentration in healthcare management, and most recently her master’s in nursing leadership and management. In September of 2024, Shanell was named a distinguished graduate of WGU.She is currently completing a book that documents her experiences and next has plans to embark on pursuing her Doctorate of Nursing Practice.