“The Nurse is IN”: Model Overview

Element                            Description

Platform:                  Non-Profit umbrella for Nurse-led initiatives

Programs:                Clinics, education and leadership advocacy, digital literacy

Support Tools:          AI literacy and leadership curriculum, mentorship, technical access

Revenue Streams:   Grants, donations, program fees, branded materials and products, fundraising     

Business Model: “The Nurse is IN”

Component                              Details

Value proposition:     Accessible, nurse-led health services, education and programs tailored to                                              community needs

Customer Segments:  Underserved communities, caregivers, schools, faith groups, nurse                                                        entrepreneurs

Channels:                     Local pop-ups, virtual clinics, workshops, digital platforms, partnerships  

Customer Relationships: Trust-based culturally sensitive, on-going engagement

Revenue Streams     Grants, donations, sponsorships, educational programs, fees, branded materials

Key Activities:            Health education, advocacy campaign, nurse mentorship, AI powered outreach

Key Resources:         Nurse leaders, digital tools, community spaces, mobile units

Key Partners:             Local health departments, schools, tech platforms, philanthropic organizations  

Cost Structure:           Staff stipends, tech infrastructures, outreach materials, training programs   

Poster Proposal For Presentations

Title:

The Nurse is IN: A Nonprofit Business Model for Nurse-Led Advocacy and Innovation

Presenter:

Myrna Santos, MSN, RN, Founder of The Nursing Office.Com and The Nurse is IN

Abstract

The Nurse is IN is a national nonprofit initiative that empowers nurses to lead community health, education, and advocacy through mobile wellness hubs, leadership bootcamps, and ethical AI integration. This proposal introduces a replicable nonprofit business model designed to help nurses launch their own advocacy offices—combining clinical expertise, adult learning theory, and transparent technology use. By shifting healthcare from politics to practice, The Nurse is IN models open-source leadership and invites nurses to build legacy through service.

Objectives

Participants will:

•           Understand the legal and operational steps to form a nurse-led nonprofit

•           Explore condensed, empowering curricula for leadership and AI literacy

•           Receive a starter toolkit to replicate The Nurse is IN in their own communities

•           Learn how to integrate ethical AI into public health education and outreach

•           Connect with a national movement of nurse innovators and changemakers

Target Audience

•           Nurse entrepreneurs

•           Community health advocates

•           Nurse educators and leaders

•           Nurses seeking nonprofit pathways to impact

Format

Presentation and Interactive Workshop

•           30-minute overview of the nonprofit model

•           30-minute guided session using the starter kit

•           Q&A and networking invitation to join the national rollout

Value to  Attendees

This session offers a practical, visionary roadmap for nurses to build sustainable, mission-driven organizations. It bridges business strategy with public health impact, and introduces a transparent, ethical approach to AI partnership in nursing. Attendees will leave with tools, templates, and inspiration to launch their own advocacy offices, and to walk with AI as the other half of their IQ.

Submitted by:

Myrna D. Santos, MSN, RN

myrnyc@msn.com

718-687-2581

HEALING and WELLNESS CIRCLE 

MISSION:

To establish Nursing presence in the Rehab World and add to the efficacy of Physical Rehabilitation through health teachings and maintenance using natural healing and wellness principles and practices.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

To promote Non-conventional Modalities of Healing and Wellness for Individuals, Children, and their Families and Care-givers.

To provide a Sanctuary (or Safe Space) for Non-conventional Healing Modalities for Practitioners, Clients, Families, and Caregivers.

To utilize Native American, Asian, African, and/or Middle Eastern traditions in Circle Stages, Ethnic Food, Music, Dancing, and Storytelling as Healing Formats and/or Environments.

To allow the Creative Modes of Non-conventional Traditional Healing and Self-care to Flourish and Prosper for the General Wellness of the Community.

To connect and/or integrate non-conventional modes of healing & wellness with institutional health facilities open to collaborating with alternative medicine and innovative, nurse-driven healthcare solutions.

Non-conventional Healing (def.): Any or all healing modalities that flow with or use natural energies or elements not dependent on pharmaceutical or artificial chemical drugs; any modality that ensures health & wellness beyond codependency on drugs.

PROGRAMS &/OR ACTIVITIES

1.         CIRCLE OF HEALING (STAGES)

            Getting Acquainted, Building Relationships, Addressing Issues, and

            Taking Action

2.         STORY-TELLING

            Introduction, Incident, Impact, Reflection

3.         FOOD AS MEDICINE

            Nutrition/ Supplements/ AKA Wellness: Natural Organic Health

            Proper Choices, Preparation, Cooking, Enjoyment

4.         MOVEMENT AS HEALTH

            Qi Gong, Yoga, Tai Chi Exercises, Rhythmic Dancing

5.         STILLNESS MEDITATION

            Qi Gong, Healing Sounds, Breathing Techniques, Focused Prayer

6.         HOLISTIC HEALING

            Naturopathy, Homeopathy, Ayurveda

7.         THE NURSE IS IN:  Health Screening, Education, & Outreach

                                           Nutrition & Organic, Natural Foods Education

8.        THE NURSES LOUNGE: Stress Reduction for Nurses

9.        The Colors of AUTISM (Special Program for Autistic Children)

10.      HAPPYNESS ( Special Program for Children)

11.      RESiLIENCE: The Art of Self-Defense