We're honored to have Dr. Michael L. Jones, to share his inspiring journey and insights amidst societal expectations, making history as the first African American male to graduate from his nursing program and earn a PhD in Nursing from a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). Dr. Jones emphasizes the importance of black and male representation in nursing and its effect on black men's health. He also shares how mentorship has been crucial in his career, the current challenges black male nurses face in the healthcare industry and how The Network of Black Male Nurse Leaders addresses these obstacles through advocacy and support. Collaboration and partnership is the future. This is how we can envision being able to continue to inspire, support, and nurture black male nurses, driving positive change and ensuring quality care for all communities. 
 
PODCAST HOST: Fallon M. Flowers, MSN, BS, RN, WHNP-BC
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ABOUT THE GUEST:  Michael L. Jones, a native of Leake County, Mississippi, currently serves as the inaugural Associate Dean for Culture, Engagement, and Professional Development as well as Clinical Associate Professor for the East Carolina University College of Nursing, which is in Greenville, North Carolina. Prior to serving in this role, Dr. Jones served as Richards Endowed Graduate Nursing Chair, Assistant Professor of Nursing, and Research Development Coordinator for the Mary Inez Grindle School of Nursing at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. Dr. Jones also serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the School of Public Health at Jackson State University, which is an HBCU in Central Mississippi.

Over his 24-year career, Dr. Jones has worked tirelessly to address health disparities and inequities such as his tenure as Chief Community Health Officer for the University of Mississippi Medical Center. In this role, Dr. Jones worked to improve relationships between the sole academic medical center in the state of Mississippi and Federally Qualified Health Centers. Additionally, he worked alongside the Office of Multicultural Affairs to manage programs aimed at ensuring minority students received equity in the educational offerings at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Dr. Jones did his initial college coursework at East Central Community College. He received his formal nursing education at Meridian Community and the University of Mississippi Medical Center.  

He received is Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing from Hampton University, becoming the first African American male to graduate from their program and the first African American male to graduate from an HBCU with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing. Dr. Jones serves on several local, state, and national boards and committees including Board of Directors for the Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health where he serves as founding Board Treasurer. Dr. Jones is the Immediate Past Chair of the National Advisory Panel on Clinical Trials for the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). Additionally, Dr. Jones serves as a member of the National Advisory Committee for the Minority Fellowship Program, which is sponsored by the American Nurses Association and the Substance abuse Mental Health Services Administration.  

Dr. Jones is the recipient of the 2023 Faculty Scholar Grant by the Foundation for Academic Nursing, which is an arm of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Through this award, Dr. Jones is conducting research to understand the perspectives of middle school students, parents, teachers, and guidance counselors related to pursuing nursing as a profession. Additionally, Dr. Jones was funded by the National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing (American Nurses Association) to conduct research to understand the perspectives of high school students, parents, teachers, and guidance counselors related to pursuing nursing as a profession. The ultimate goal of both awards is to increase the number of individuals from underrepresented populations in the nursing profession.  

Dr. Jones serves as an Assistant Editor for the Association of Black Nursing Faculty Foundation Journal as well as a member of the Editorial Board for Nursing Management – The Journal of Excellence in Nursing Leadership. Dr. Jones serves as an independent nursing, healthcare, and research content writer where he develops instructional materials for various organizations. Dr. Jones, in his spare time enjoys gardening and collecting African art. Dr. Jones is a proud member of the Eta Eta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma, Inc.    

Connect with Dr. Jones on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-l-jones-phd-mba-hcm-rn-a3945437/  

Visit Dr. Jones aka Dr. Mike’s website: https://drmikespeaks.net  

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