271 Millennium - Eighteenth Edition HEALTH AND WELLNESS Fortuné-Toney pursued a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. She went on to earn a Master of Science in health care administration, business, management, marketing and related support services at the University of New Orleans. In 2023, she graduated from the University of New Orleans with a Master of Business Administration, adding to her career expertise. Ms. Fortuné-Toney considers receiving her master's degree in healthcare administration to be a highlight of her career. While she initially aspired to become a nurse practitioner and began her career as a registered nurse at New Orleans East Hospital, she discovered her true passion in healthcare management. She finds fulfillment in overcoming the challenges of motivating and guiding employees to thrive in their roles and strives to be empathetic and person-centered in every interaction. To remain current in her field, she maintains membership in the Healthcare Financial Management Association, the New Orleans Black Nurses Association, and the Association for Healthcare Administrative Professionals. Outside of her primary professional pursuits, Ms. Fortuné-Toney volunteers for Christi Epiphany Catholic Church and as an instructor working with underserved youth. As a member of the health care field and an individual, she strives to help others reach their potential. In light of her fulfilling career, she largely attributes her success to the love and support of her parents, especially her mother. Looking to the future, Ms. Fortuné-Toney plans to continue to grow as a health care administrator and hopes to take on the challenge of a C-suite role. A s the director of nursing at Saint Margaret’s Daughters Home, Jaquetta Fortuné-Toney oversees nurses and certified nursing assistants to ensure that the home’s elderly clients receive compassionate, homelike, and high-quality care. Inspired to enter the health care industry after caring for her grandmother in hospice, Ms. JAQUETTA FORTUNÉ-TONEY DIRECTOR OF NURSING Saint Margaret’s Daughters Home New Orleans, LA
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