Sebelius appoints Olathe resident to Board of Nursing

Nurses are a critical part of Kansas’ health care system, and to help ensure all nurses are properly trained and qualified, Governor Kathleen Sebelius has announced the appointment of Jeanne Walsh to the State Board of Nursing.

“Every day, nurses play a vital role in keeping Kansans healthy.  Their job will only become more important as the population ages, which is why Kansas has been working to help more students pursue nursing as a profession,” said Sebelius.

The State Board of Nursing protects the public health by overseeing the licensure process and ensuring all nurses receive the proper training.

Walsh, Olathe, has worked as the academic director of the Associate Degree Nursing Program at Johnson County Community College since 1989.  She graduated with a master’s degree in nursing from the University of Evansville in 1978.  Walsh is also a member of the Task Force for Nursing Recruitment and was a nominee for the Nursing Heart of Health Care Award in 1995.  She will serve a four-year term.

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