Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Brianna Jones for appointment to the Board of Nursing in the District of Columbia, filling a vacant seat previously held by Ronald Cheli. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the District Columbia Health Occupations Revision Act of 1985. Ms. Jones, a resident of Ward 5, is a licensed nursing home administrator with extensive experience in long-term care leadership, currently serving as the Administrator of Inspire Rehabilitation and Health Center. Her term on the Board will last until July 21, 2027.

The proposed resolution confirms Ms. Jones's appointment and outlines her qualifications, including her educational background with degrees from Howard University and Georgetown University, as well as her commitment to improving access and quality outcomes for diverse older adult populations. The resolution is legally unobjectionable, having passed a legal sufficiency review, and is set to take effect immediately upon adoption by the Council of the District of Columbia.