Who We Are
Our Mission: VNF is committed to improving the health of Virginia’s communities by developing an educated and diverse nursing workforce through leadership development, research, and innovation.
VNF President's Message
Hello, I'm Mesha Jones and I have the privilege of serving as president of the Virginia Nurses Foundation. I'm a nurse leader, advocate, and a lifelong learner who is passionate about advancing the nursing profession and championing health equity across our communities. My journey in nursing has been shaped by a deep commitment to service, mentorship, and amplifying the voices of those who care for and those who care.
Through my role at VNF, I strive to create a space for innovation to support the growth of our current and future nurse leaders, and to ensure that nurses across Virginia feel empowered, valued and heard. I'm excited to continue this important work alongside so many dedicated professionals.
Together, we'll shape a stronger, more equitable future across the commonwealth.
Mesha Jones, MSN, RN, NEA-BC
VNF President
VNF Leadership
President
Mesha Jones, MSN, RN, NEA-BC
UVA Health
Vice President
Kathy Baker, RN, PhD, NE-BC
UVA Health
Treasurer
Llewellyn Smith, MSN, RN-BC
Sentara Healthcare
Ex officio
Commissioner on Resources and Policy
Sabrina Gregory Hancock, DNP, FNP-BC, RN, CNML
Ex officio
Commissioner on Nursing Practice
Tiffany Covarrubias-Lyttle, MSN, NEA-BC
Centra
Ex officio
Trustee-at-Large
Nancy Littlefield, DNP, MSHA, RN, FACHE, NEA-BC
Trustee-at-Large
Tomeka Dowling, DNP, RN
VNF Immediate Past President
Phyllis Whitehead, PhD, APRN/CNS, SCHPN, PMGT-BC, FNAP
Carilion Clinic
Community Member
Community Member
Dr. Angela Jones, Ed.S., NCSP
Richmond City Public Schools
Community Member
David Brown, DC
Former Director of the Department of Health Professionals (Retired)
Community Member
Jeanne Holmes
Retired
Board Advisor
Dipti Ramnarain
COO and General Counsel, AmCare Clinic
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