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Donna Cardillo
MA, RN, CSP, FAAN
Donna Cardillo, MA, RN, CSP, FAAN

​Donna Cardillo, MA, RN, CSP, FAAN, is known as The Inspiration Nurse. She is a powerhouse of energy, wisdom, and humor who has been referred to as a positive force of nature who lights a path for others to follow. She is the original “Dear Donna” columnist at Nurse.com. Her accomplished career combines over 35 years of clinical, managerial, and business experience, not to mention her stint as a professional singer. Donna is author of four books including the award-winning Falling Together: How to Find Balance, Joy, and Meaningful Change When Your Life Seems to be Falling Apart. She is a certified meditation teacher and chair yoga instructor, labyrinth facilitator, Reiki Master, and Certified Forest Therapy Guide. Donna is a life-long Jersey Girl with attitude and chutzpah to spare!

Endnote Speaker

Randolph F. R. Rasch, PhD, RN, FNP, FAANP, FNAP, FAAN, FADLN​

​Randolph F. R. Rasch, PhD, RN, FNP, FAANP, FNAP, FAAN, FADLN Professor and the ninth and immediate past dean of the Michigan State University College of Nursing. Dr. Rasch has over thirty years of experience teaching in BSN, MSN, DNP and PhD programs in nursing. Dr. Rasch was the first State-wide Director of Nursing Services/Programs Director in the Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) and lead the development of the Quality Assurance Program for Health Services. Also, with over 30 years’ experience of coaching/mentoring experience, he recently certified as an Executive/Life Coach by the Hudson Coaching Institute. He has published and presented in the areas of primary care, HIV risk reduction, and diversity in health care education and clinical practice.
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Randolph F. R. Rasch
PhD, RN, FNP, FAANP, FNAP, FAAN, FADLN
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