Title: Registered Nurse
Company: Orlando Health
Location: Ocoee, Florida, United States
Monica Q. Akins, Registered Nurse at Orlando Health, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Nurses for dedication, achievements and leadership in health care.
Ms. Akins has dedicated over 15 years to nursing, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to patient care and community service. Currently, she serves as a registered nurse in the ambulatory care outpatient cardiac setting at Orlando Health in Orlando, Florida, where she has served in this capacity since 2023. In this role, Ms. Akins collaborates with a primary team that includes a cardiologist, medical assistant and scheduler. Her responsibilities encompass organizing team operations, managing patient communications and ensuring the daily schedule is efficiently maintained. Ms. Akins’s expertise in outpatient cardiology is a testament to her dedication and skill in this specialized field.
Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Orlando Health has been recognized as a leader in the community for over a century. The nonprofit health care organization serves the entire southeastern U.S. and has over 25 facilities.
Before her role in the ambulatory care outpatient cardiac setting, Ms. Akins worked in the observation unit at Orlando Health. Her earlier roles included being a registered nurse in behavioral health and home health settings. These experiences have equipped Ms. Akins with a comprehensive understanding of diverse patient needs and the ability to provide compassionate care across various health care environments.
Ms. Akins’s educational background laid the foundation for her successful career. She earned a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Florida A&M University in 2008, an achievement that propelled her into the nursing field with a robust academic grounding. She also holds professional credentials as a certified nursing assistant from North Florida College and a home health assistant. These credentials have been instrumental in Ms. Akin’s professional development and ability to deliver high-quality care.
Beyond her primary career endeavors, Ms. Akins’s commitment to service extends to her leadership and dedication to various professional organizations. As the president of the Central Florida Black Nurses Association since 2024, she has played a pivotal role in fostering community engagement and support among nurses of color. She is also an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., where she serves as chairperson of the Omega Nu Omega chapter and participates in the sorority’s medical response team. Moreover, Ms. Akins’s involvement with the National Black Nurses Association further underscores her dedication to advancing the nursing profession.
Ms. Akins’s civic contributions are equally noteworthy. She volunteers with her local church ministry and leads the health ministry at Heart of Mercy Ministries, reflecting her passion for community health education and outreach. Her motto of serving with passion, integrity and effective communication resonates through these endeavors, providing a strong foundation for her impactful work.
Looking ahead, Ms. Akins aspires to achieve cardiology and ambulatory medicine certification while continuing her leadership role within the Central Florida Black Nurses Association. She also aims to assume leadership at the National Black Nurses Association, furthering her influence within the nursing community.
Reflecting on her career journey, Ms. Akins attributes her success to her faith and the guidance she believes it provides on her journey. Her connections with others and continuous pursuit of knowledge enable her to help more people effectively, embodying the values she holds dear in her personal and professional life.
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