Dr. Britney Snipes
My name is Dr. Britney Snipes, and I serve as lead faculty in the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program. I have over 18 years of pediatric nursing experience including general peds, inpatient medical surgical, ICU, and outpatient specialty clinics. I also have over 13 years of nursing education experience serving as faculty for local and online nursing schools. I have a pediatric acute care certification (PNP-AC). I live in Northern Virginia about 35 miles from Washington DC. My husband and I have a 15-year-old son and a 9-year-old daughter. We are a busy family, running around with both kids for travel lacrosse, football, softball, and competitive gymnastics. We are an extremely active family (some may say aggressively competitive 馃檪) but we enjoy traveling and trying new things.
What is a powerful moment that has stayed with you through your nursing career?
Early in my nursing career, I was working with a toddler. He was extremely fussy and crying for his mother. The patient鈥檚 temperament caused me to be a little nervous, to the point where I became unsure of myself. I remember the mom just coming over and taking the patient from my arms. This was a memorable moment for me because the toddler鈥檚 reaction caused me to lose my confidence even though I knew what I was doing. I realized then how important confidence is in healthcare, especially in pediatrics. I also learned never to doubt myself and to trust what I know and my experiences.
What is one piece of advice that you wish to share with nursing students?
I learned not to let anyone take away my confidence and I want students to feel the same way.
