Personal Background

Ann Marie Brown was brought to the United States at the age of 7 along with her 9 siblings. Her parents' main goal was for their children to receive a good education. Ann Marie's parents were givers, always sharing food, faith, and knowledge with everyone they encountered. These core attributes continue in Ann Marie.

Professional Background

Ann Marie Brown is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 24 years of experience in neonatal and pediatric care. She has served in various capacities at Children’s National Medical Center, from bedside nurse to Clinical Instructor, gaining a comprehensive understanding of critical care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the importance of nurturing new talent. Her dedication to excellence in nursing has been recognized through honors such as the Daisy Award and membership in Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Ann Marie is particularly proud of co-authoring an award-winning publication on NICU evacuation preparedness.

Mentorship Experience

Ann Marie completed a mentor training class in 2012 and has mentored many Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), Unit Clerk Associates (UCAs), and Educator Technicians (ETs) at work. Outside of work, she has mentored young people at her church during their nursing school journey. When Ann Marie was a new graduate, she had a mentor who encouraged her at every step of her career advancement. She believes it is important to have someone to confide in a non-judgmental way. The Conway Pathway Mentor Program is a great opportunity for Ann Marie to give back and guide a mentee through their nursing career.

Education

Ann Marie holds a Masters in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in Informatics from Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota, earned in August 2014. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Columbia Union College, Takoma Park, MD, earned in May 1999. Ann Marie aims to further her education by pursuing a PhD in Nursing Education, starting in July 2025.

Certifications

Ann Marie holds several certifications, including:
- District of Columbia Board of Nursing Certification (License Number: RN960568, Expiration Date: June 30, 2028)
- Certified in First Aid and CPR by the District of Columbia (Expiration Date: July 26, 2028)
- STABLE Certification (Expiration Date: September 30, 2028)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (Expiration Date: July 24, 2028)
- Registered Nurse Certified-Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing (RNC-NIC) (July 2017-December 2024)

Honors & Awards

Ann Marie has received several honors and awards, including:
- Outstanding Community Service Award, 2003
- Daisy Award, 2011
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, 2014
- Award for Magnet Component: Structural Empowerment, 2017

Publication

Ann Marie co-authored an award-winning publication titled 'Simulation Prepares an Interprofessional Team to Evacuate a 60-Bed Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit'. This publication was named the best for the neonatal section for the Journal of Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing for 2018-2019.

Future Goals

Ann Marie aims to further her education by pursuing a PhD in Nursing Education, started in July 2025. She is committed to giving back to the nursing community through mentorship and education and hopes to continue making a positive impact on patient care and professional development.