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2024 R. Louise McManus Award.

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An accomplished and admired leader at the state,
national and international levels,

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Jay Douglas is known as someone unafraid to make tough
decisions, tempered by careful consideration

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of their possible impact.

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Recognized for her good humor, kindness,
dedication, honesty, integrity, and passion

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about regulatory excellence,
Jay has been a mentor to many.

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Her leadership style fosters growth,
innovation, and collaboration.

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Jay fearlessly led Virginia through several licensure
process changes, spearheading the move

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to paperless licensing, verifications,
and renewals for all professions and

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streamlining licensure application processes.

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Under her leadership,
the state also implemented the Nurse Licensure Compact.

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Jay has been an advocate for improving all aspects of
nursing regulation, and in 2023 received the Champion

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of Nursing Award from the Virginia Nurses Foundation.

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She has also been significantly involved in NCSBN
through service on committees,

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the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact
Administrators, and the Board of Directors.

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As NCSBN Board President,
Jay skillfully navigated the organization through the

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challenges of a global pandemic.

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She has also consistently encouraged her staff and
board members to participate in NCSBN committees,

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events and meetings.

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For her sustained and significant contributions through
the highest commitment and dedication to the mission

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and vision of NCSBN, Jay is honored
with the R. Louise McManus Award.

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