The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) Executive Board is comprised of leaders in advanced practice nursing and child health who have specialized expertise in acute care, primary care, mental health and nursing education. Board members are elected by their peers after years of distinguished service to NAPNAP’s chapters, special interest groups (SIGs) and committees. Board elections are held every spring and nominations open in the fall.
Executive Committee
Felesia Bowen PhD, DNP, PPCNP-BC, FADLN, FAAN
President
Dr. Felesia Bowen is a professor and an associate dean at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing. She is a certified pediatric primary care nurse practitioner and nurse scientist. Her clinical interests are pediatric asthma and other conditions associated with pediatric health disparities and equity. Presently she is funded by HRSA and is conducting an upstream intervention to prevent chronic diseases by focusing on healthy lifestyles in children. Dr. Bowen is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of all children, their families, and communities.
Nutrena H. Tate PhD, MBA, APRN, CPNP-PC
President-elect
Dr. Nutrena Tate is a certified primary care pediatric nurse practitioner, nurse scientist, educator, executive, and entrepreneur. With over 28 years of experience, Dr. Tate leads at the intersection of clinical care, research, and health equity. As director of nursing research at a major health system and a tenured professor, she advances nursing science through clinical inquiry and mentors emerging nurse leaders. Her scholarly work focuses on health disparities among vulnerable populations, particularly children. Through Brand Nu Enterprises, she empowers organizations with strategic solutions in leadership, program development, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Dr. Tate is a visionary leader committed to transforming health care and academic excellence.
Daniel Crawford, DNP, ARNP, CPNP-PC, CNE, FAANP
Immediate Past President
Dr. Dan Crawford is a pediatric nurse practitioner and nurse educator who is committed to improving children’s health and preparing future APRNs. Dr. Crawford is an associate professor (clinical) and director of the Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Iowa. He practices clinically in pediatric epilepsy at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. He is a leader in APRN curriculum design and improving access to and quality of care for children with neurologic disorders. His work has been widely presented, published, and recognized nationally and internationally. He is honored to serve NAPNAP in this role.
Cassandra Newell, MSN, RN, CPNP-PC
Secretary
Cassandra Newell is a pediatric nurse practitioner at Children’s Mercy Kansas City Urgent Care.  She has practiced in general pediatrics, the pediatric Emergency Department and is adjunct faculty for PNP students at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.  She has served in leadership roles for the Greater KC NAPNAP chapter and as PEC SIG secretary.  Cassandra hosted four episodes on NAPNAP’s TeamPeds Talks podcast FocusED.  She is an ACT Advocate for NAPNAP Partners for Vulnerable Youth.  Cassandra presents locally and nationally on pediatric topics and is founder/co-host of NAPNAP’s first book club!  Cassandra is grateful to serve on the NAPNAP board. Â
Dani Sebbens, DNP, CPNP-AC/PC, FAANP, FCCM
Treasurer
Dani Sebbens is a seasoned clinical professor with a robust academic and clinical foundation. As the assistant dean for practice and clinical education at Arizona State University (ASU), she has played a pivotal role in advancing nursing education and practice. She founded ASU’s Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ACPNP) program — the only one in Arizona — addressing a critical gap in pediatric advanced practice nursing education in the state. She maintains an active clinical practice in the pediatric intensive care unit at Phoenix Children’s, ensuring her leadership remains grounded in direct patient care. In addition to her clinical and academic roles, she is a recognized thought leader with numerous peer-reviewed publications and national presentations focused on pediatric acute care and advanced practice nursing.
Executive Board Members-at-large
Samantha Casselman, DNP, CPNP-PC
Member-at-large
Dr. Samantha Casselman is a highly accomplished pediatric nurse practitioner with a strong background in pediatric dermatology. She owns and operates Happy Skin Pediatric Dermatology in Phoenix, where she provides specialized care to pediatric patients. Dr. Casselman has been practicing since 2015 and has demonstrated leadership within NAPNAP through leadership positions in the Arizona Chapter and as chair of the Membership Committee. Dr. Casselman is a founding member of NAPNAP’s Dermatology SIG and has contributed significantly to the organization’s most recent strategic plans. Beyond her professional commitments, Dr. Casselman is actively engaged in advanced practice provider networks in dermatology and advocates for patients with atopic dermatitis through various advocacy groups and interactions with industry leaders. She is also a sought-after speaker, sharing her expertise on pediatric dermatology and independent practice at local and national levels.
Shenoa Rose Dale, CPNP, SANE-A, SANE-P
Member-at-large
Shenoa Rose Dale is employed as a nurse practitioner in a dual role with the Child Advocacy Center and Adolescent Medicine at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. She is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care and certified as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner for Pediatrics and Adults/Adolescents. Shenoa provides care in unique community-based settings, including a clinic in the county courthouse, a youth drop-in center, youth shelters, and a youth detention center. Her passion is strength-based care for all young people particularly system-involved youth. Shenoa has been involved with NAPNAP since 2002 when she joined as a student. Â
Jeremy Jordan, PhD, CRNP, CPNP-AC, CCRN, CNE, FAANP
Member-at-large
Dr. Jordan has more than 12 years of experience as a clinician, educator, and researcher. He is an Assistant Professor & Coordinator of the Acute Care PNP Specialty Track at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a practicing PNP in the Pediatric ICU at Children’s of Alabama. In addition to teaching and clinical practice, Dr. Jordan conducts research on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of pediatric neurologic injury. He has served as Co-Chair of the Acute SIG and as a member of the inaugural DEI Committee of NAPNAP. He is honored to continue his service with NAPNAP.
Kelly Keefe Marcoux, PhD, CPNP-AC, PPCNP-BC, CCRN
Member-at-large
Dr. Keefe-Marcoux is a pediatric health care leader with decades of experience. She is a Robert Wood Johnson scholar, a Hillman scholar and received her BSN from Johns Hopkins University, MSN from University of Pennsylvania, and PhD from Seton Hall University. She was one of the first pediatric critical care NPs and has held roles of increasing responsibility in quality, academia and hospital leadership. She currently serves as vice president and chief nursing officer for Children’s Specialized Hospital, the nation’s leading provider of care to children with special health care needs. She is honored to serve on the NAPNAP board.
Brigit VanGraafeiland, DNP, CPNP-PC, CNE, FAAN, FAANP
Member-at-large
Brigit VanGraafeiland is an associate professor and DNP program director at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. She has been a pediatric nurse practitioner for 35 years and a nursing educator for over 25 years in undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. She has practiced extensively in both rural and urban primary care settings. Dr. VanGraafeiland’ s experience and expertise working with vulnerable and underserved populations give her a valuable perspective when teaching. Her scholarship focuses on improving outcomes for children in foster care, child maltreatment, and trauma-informed care.
Maria (Chelsea) Woosley, DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC/PC
Member-at-large
Dr. Maria (Chelsea) Woosley is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UT Health San Antonio. She earned her DNP from Vanderbilt University and primarily holds the clinical role of nurse practitioner in the pediatric intensive care unit.  She also holds the academic role of associate chair for APPs in the Department of Pediatrics. She has more than two decades of experience in pediatric critical care, and contributes to the profession with publications, presentations, and article reviews. Dr. Woosley is dedicated to advancing pediatric healthcare through education, mentorship, and clinical excellence.
To contact any NAPNAP Executive Board member, please email Eileen Arnold-Ley at [email protected].
Click here to view the past presidents of NAPNAP. You can learn more about our national committee members here.
