It's Monday! Which means that it's time for this week's ISAPN Member Highlight! Read ahead to learn about Ann Altgilbers. 

Ann Altgilbers

 

What are your credentials?

MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CPN

What is your area of practice/specialty?

Endocrinology/Diabetes

If you could vacation anywhere, where would you go and why?

My current dream vacation is a European River Cruise to see the Christmas Market! Europe, Christmas and German Mulled Wine (Glühwein).

How many years have you worked in healthcare?

I started working as an Activity Aid at the age of 15, so 20 years. 14 years as an RN and 9 as an APRN.

What inspired you to become a member of ISAPN?

I was taught to always be in a state and national organization that represent your license. Join ISAPN and becoming a committee member, has helped me stay informed and part of changing my profession for the better.

What is your favorite book?

I love historical fiction; My favorite is The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

If you couldn't be an APRN, what other job would you try?

Maybe a baker or history teacher.

How has being a member of ISAPN benefited you?

ISAPN has allowed me to grow in my career through education and advocacy

If you could go back in time and give yourself advice as a student, what would it be?

You got this! Keep up the amazing work, you are a good nurse and will make a difference in your patients lives.

Social Media handles: 

Facebook- Ann Mary 
Insta- @aaltgil 
LinkedIn- linkedin.com/in/ann-altgilbers-5b42887a 

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