New Member Spotlight

Welcome to the following NurseTRUST New Members! 

Dr. Melanie Smith-Fortney, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
Executive Leadership Consultant
MSF Healthcare Advisory, LLC

 

Melanie Smith-Fortney has been a registered nurse for more than 30 years and holds her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Formerly serving as Vice President Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer in a southwestern Pennsylvania academic medical center, she is a CCRN alumnus and is nurse executive advanced-board certified (NEA-BC). Melanie has held clinical roles in many specialties; however, she spent most of her bedside nursing years in the Level 1 neurotrauma intensive care unit before entering progressive leadership roles where she has led her clinical teams in achieving comprehensive stroke certification, reaccreditation as a Level 1 trauma center, and initial Magnet designation. She is currently contributing faculty for Walden University's online DNP Program and is founder of MSF Healthcare Advisory, a boutique leadership consulting business. She is married to her husband, Shawn, and has two daughters who both work in healthcare. In her free time, you can find her kayaking on a local lake or river and hiking in nature.

Dr. David Marshall, JD, DNP, RN, CENP, NEA-BC, NHCDP-BC, FAAN, FAONL
Senior Vice President & Chief Nursing Executive
Cedars-Sinai 

 


I am David Marshall, JD, DNP, RN, CENP, NEA-BC, NHCDP-BC, FAONL, FAAN, senior vice president and chief nursing executive at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. For more than 30 years, I have had the privilege of serving in nursing leadership roles focused on advancing compassionate care, strengthening workforce engagement, fostering innovation, and achieving organizational excellence. My career has included executive leadership at Cedars-Sinai and UTMB Health, service as chair of the ANCC Commission on Magnet®, and federal service as deputy team commander for a National Disaster Medical System disaster medical assistance team. I am also honored to be a fellow of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership and the American Academy of Nursing. Across these roles, I remain committed to advancing nursing excellence, supporting patients and families, and creating environments where nurses and healthcare teams can thrive.

Dr. Crosby Lindner, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Florida Gulf Coast University

 


Dr. Crosby Lindner is a Family Nurse Practitioner with Lee Physician Group in Fort Myers, Florida, serving as an inpatient pain management consultant. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based care for patients experiencing acute and chronic pain in the hospital setting, including those with cancer-related, trauma, sickle cell disease, postoperative, and orthopedic pain.She is dedicated to caring for all patients, including individuals with mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and is committed to delivering judgment-free, patient-centered care that emphasizes dignity, respect, and shared decision-making. Dr. Lindner believes that effective pain management requires a multidisciplinary approach that balances comfort, function, safety, and each patient's individual goals. She strives to build trusting relationships with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans that optimize outcomes.Dr. Lindner is passionate about helping patients regain comfort, function, and quality of life while ensuring they feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their care.

Linda McCauley, RN, PhD, FAAN

CEO & Former Dean
Professional Nursing Validation Company and Emory University

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Jonathan Gapilango, DNP, MMIN, RN, NE-BC, NE-BC, OCN, CCRP, FNYAM
Administrative Director of Oncology Performance Measures & Accreditation
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

My name is Jonathan Gapilango, and I’m excited to be part of this community. I value connection, growth, and making a positive impact wherever I can. In my free time, I enjoy exploring my interests, spending time with family and friends, and finding opportunities to learn something new. Whether it’s staying active, traveling, or simply enjoying meaningful conversations, I believe in maintaining a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.Family is important to me, and I take pride in being present for the people who matter most. I also appreciate the small things in life—moments that bring joy, perspective, and inspiration. Joining this organization is a great opportunity for me to contribute, collaborate, and continue growing both personally and professionally. I look forward to building strong relationships and being an active, supportive member of this community.

Michelle BornickMichelle Bornick, MSN, MBA, CNL, CHPN
DNP Student
Arizona State University

 

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Assistant Dean/Assistant Professor
UNMC College of Nursing

Angela Johnson, Ed.D, RN, serves as the Assistant Dean of the Northern Division at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing. She earned her Master’s in Nursing Leadership from UNMC and later completed her Doctorate in Nursing Education at Bryan College of Health Sciences.Angela is passionate about helping students succeed and is especially interested in academic coaching, student wellness, and innovative teaching strategies. Her work focuses on creating meaningful learning experiences and finding new ways to support nursing students both academically and personally.