About the Instructor – Wendy Niskanen

Uniquely Qualified Instructor

Wendy Niskanen brings over 17 years of dedicated service and leadership to school nursing. Her work with families in poverty and homeless students early in her career started a lifelong interest in the impact of trauma on health and learning. She brings passion and expertise to the field of behavioral health in school nursing practice, and has developed in-service programs to create a trauma-sensitive culture in schools.

An experienced educator and respected school nurse leader, Wendy is a member of her state's School Nurse Advisory Group, and a board member of her state's School Nurses' Association. She is a frequent state and national school nursing presenter. Her current work centers on ensuring school nurses can access up-to-date guidance and trainings, and on bringing school nurses together to share peer support and to develop resources for evidence-based and equity-focused practice.

Wendy is also the author of SCHOOL NURSES: Practical Strategies for Proactive Behavioral Health Services, the extensive digital resource handbook you will receive at the seminar.

What Your Colleagues Say About Your Presenter

"Wendy is at the top of her professional field in child health and remains down-to-earth and engaging."

"Wendy's friendly demeanor puts her audience at ease. She has a unique ability to deliver information to a wide range of session participants at the same time, covering basics for those new to the topic while also offering more advanced insights for the seasoned professional."

"Wendy is a dynamic presenter who successfully delivers the content in a manner accessible to all."

"Wendy is a great presenter who knows how to engage with her audience and uses her education and healthcare experience to provide real-life examples."

"Wendy's passion for the whole child comes through while she thinks critically about how to support each and every student."

"Wendy has a wonderful ability to keep participants engaged in active learning."

"Wendy is an amazing presenter. She is a passionate speaker who is engaging and easy to listen to. I enjoy hearing her speak."

"Wendy brings many diverse experiences to her presentation that enhance the practicality of her content."

"Wendy's background in both education and nursing provides for relevant application strategies."