Olivia Riddle Appointed Student Representative to Kentucky Association of Nurse Practitioners & Nurse Midwives Board
Grayson, KY – April 5, 2025 – Kentucky Christian University (KCU) is proud to announce that Olivia Riddle, BSN (Class of 2019), RN, has been appointed as the Student Representative to the Board of Directors of the Kentucky Association of Nurse Practitioners and Nurse Midwives (KANPNM). Riddle was selected on March 25, 2025, through a competitive statewide application process and will serve a one-year term in this prestigious leadership role.
With a strong clinical and academic background, Riddle earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 2019 and has since gained frontline nursing experience in both medical-surgical and labor & delivery units. She currently serves as the MSN Clinical Coordinator for KCU’s Yancey School of Nursing in Grayson, KY, and is pursuing her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) focus. Her ongoing graduate studies and hands-on experience underscore her dedication to advancing her education and expertise in the nursing field.
As Student Representative on the KANPNM Board of Directors, Riddle will have an active voice in guiding the organization’s initiatives alongside experienced nurse practitioners and nurse midwives. In this role, she will:
Serve as a voting board member in all KANPNM Board of Directors meetings, contributing to decision-making processes.
Participate in board committees, working on projects and initiatives that support the association’s mission.
Act as a liaison between KANPNM and nursing students across Kentucky, communicating student perspectives and encouraging student involvement in professional advocacy.
"Being appointed to represent my fellow nursing students is a true honor," Riddle said. "Nursing has always been my passion, and I am committed to leadership and advocacy that advance our profession. I’m excited to serve as a voice for student nurses across Kentucky and to learn from the incredible nurse leaders on the board."
Riddle’s selection for this role reflects her exceptional leadership, academic excellence, and dedication to the advancement of nursing education and advocacy. Her appointment underscores the importance of including student voices in professional healthcare organizations. As she steps into this statewide leadership position, Riddle’s contributions are poised to bridge the gap between nursing education and practice, inspiring her peers and positively impacting the nursing community across Kentucky. The KCU community and KANPNM celebrate this achievement, confident that her involvement will help shape the future of nursing in the Commonwealth.
