Dr. Jeliah Akombe Launches the Kenyan Nurses Association Of America (KNAA). Check out her Biography and Profile.
Dr. Jeliah Akombe, a distinguished healthcare professional, holding dual certifications as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner successfully launched the Kenyan Nurses Association of America, KNAA in the year 2022!
In collaboration with the other key stakeholders, she successfully held a nurses gala for all the members on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Dr. Jeliah Akombe is a sassy, audacious, diligent and passionate medic, whose ingenious ideas have had a significant impact on the medical field. Besides, she is a philanthropist who would not dither when it comes to lending a helping hand. Her intuitive, amiable and charming nature makes her stand out from the rest, propelling her to the greatest heights that anyone could yearn for.
About Dr. Jeliah Akombe (Nyakerario)
Born and bred in Kenya, Dr. Jeliah Akombe alias Nyakerario Akombe relocated to the United States of America in pursuit of academic excellence decades ago. She is a famous digital creator with over 5.9K followers on Facebook. She has been on the limelight owing to her best practices and unrivalled professionalism.
Dr. Akombe rose to fame when she took it upon herself and called out to the North Carolina nurses and well wishers to hold a prayer vigil in honor of June Onkundi, PMHNP, a Kenyan nurse who went to work on October 18, 2023 only for her to meet her untimely demise, becoming a statistic of work place violence (WPV).
“Our North Carolina nurses, healthcare workers and well wishers, let’s support this cause. June was a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who was murdered by her patient while serving him. Let’s keep her legacy alive!” wrote Dr. Akombe on her Facebook page.
Dr. Jeliah Akombe’s fame was further crowned by the official launch of the Kenyan Nurses Association of America, KNAA in the year where she serves as the Chief Executive Officer, CEO.
Dr. Jeliah Akombe holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from New Jersey City University (NJCU), Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in family nurse practice from Walden University, a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Stamford University in Alabama and a Post Doctorate degree as a Psychiatric Mental Nurse Practitioner from the University of Massachusetts. She is also a proud alumnae of Nyabururu Girls High School.
About KNAA
The Kenyan Nurses Association of America (KNAA) is a tax-exempt 501(c)3 non-profit organization, founded by Nurses of Kenyan heritage in the USA. The association is dedicated to promoting professional and educational activities designed to encourage, support, and enhance the professional practice of Advanced Practice Nurses, Registered Nurses, and Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses. The association is also dedicated to improving the quality of nursing care for the public.
KNAA- Philosophy
Creating Something Better
At the Kenyan Nurses Association of America (KNAA), we take pride in being problem solvers who are not afraid to take risks. We believe that with boldness, creativity and heart, there is nothing we can’t accomplish. But above all, our strength lies in teamwork. Each and every one of us has the capability to contribute no matter their experience or background. With this strength behind us, just imagine what we can achieve together.
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