Ms. Floyd started her nursing career in 1981, graduating with a diploma in nursing and immediately transitioning into critical care. Years at the bedside and desire to grow both in skill and knowledge resulted in further pursuit of career goals, including a BSN and later a Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Education (MSN-Ed) degree.

A passion for people and learning drives Ms. Floyd to explore opportunities to improve the art and science of nursing. With nearly 40 years of experience in nursing and leadership, particularly in critical care and trauma, Ms. Floyd’s career has been focused on creating and building high-functioning teams, resulting in positive patient outcomes and experiences. She has demonstrated success in the collaborative implementation of evidence-based practices to improve the delivery of safe, quality patient care. She has established essential partnerships through the engagement of direct care staff, physicians, and leaders to attain these achievements.

Ms. Floyd has published and presented her work in national and international forums and continues to seek opportunities to promote excellence in nursing practice.