About

Her entrepreneurial journey began with the founding of American Nursing Services, Inc. in 1982, a supplemental staffing agency that under her stewardship, expanded to 28 locations before its sale in 2002. PK’s academic background, highlighted by her graduation from the Owner President Management at Harvard Business School, underscores her commitment to learning and professional growth.

PK’s dedication to nursing and ethical business practices is widely acknowledged. She founded the Great 100 Nurses Celebration to honor the contributions of nurses, showcasing her respect for the profession. Her accolades include the Humanitarian of the Year from the Southeast Chapter of the American Red Cross and the American Business Ethics Award from the Society of Financial Service Professionals. Her influence extends beyond healthcare, as seen in her induction into the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame and her role as Chairman of the Young Presidents Organization for Louisiana.

Her ambition extends to transforming healthcare. PK is committed to unlocking the potential of the nurse, which she regards as the most trusted profession. Her aim is to rebuild trust in healthcare by elevating nurses into leadership roles. Believing that nurses should be central to healthcare decision-making, PK is dedicated to bringing together nursing leaders globally to reform healthcare. She envisions reshaping healthcare into a trusted business sector, utilizing the strength and trust of the nursing profession. For PK, combining purpose and knowledge (PK) is key to her approach – leading with heart and excelling with intellect. Her vision is to restore trust in healthcare through the pivotal role of nurses.