EPISODE · Oct 14, 2021 · 8 MIN
Saga – Hazel Johnson-Brown
from NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted · host National League for Nursing
This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Hazel Johnson-Brown. Brigadier General Hazel Johnson-Brown was the first black female general in the United States Army and the first black chief of the Army Nurse Corps. Her career was marked by dedication to duty, excellence in clinical practice, and educational advancement, including earning a doctorate and implementing quality assurance measures in treatment facilities. Johnson-Brown's leadership led to significant reforms in the Army Nurse Corps, such as opening access to academic scholarships and establishing strategic planning conferences. Her legacy is honored in the National Museum of African American History, reflecting her historic contributions to both African American and military history.Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.
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This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Hazel Johnson-Brown. Brigadier General Hazel Johnson-Brown was the first black female general in the United States Army and the first black chief of the Army Nurse Corps. Her career was marked by dedication to duty, excellence in clinical practice, and educational advancement, including earning a doctorate and implementing quality assurance measures in treatment facilities. Johnson-Brown's leadership led to sign...
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Saga – Hazel Johnson-Brown
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