Leah Ramos, DNP, RN, CENP, NE-BC, CCRN
Dr. Leah Ramos is the Associate Chief Nursing Officer for the Adult Hospital at MUSC Health–Charleston, where she supports strategic planning, nursing operations, quality, and patient safety initiatives. With more than 25 years of healthcare experience, she has served in a variety of roles spanning acute care, critical care, education, and nursing leadership. Her professional interests include nursing operations, clinical research, patient safety, and quality improvement, with contributions to multiple publications and presentations in these areas. Leah earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Saint Louis University in the Philippines and her Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership from the University of South Carolina. She holds three nationally recognized certifications in critical care and nursing leadership. She is also an alumna of the Amy V. Cockcroft Leadership Fellowship and currently serves as the Region 4 representative for the South Carolina Organization of Nurse Leaders. Leah has been recognized with multiple national, statewide, and organizational awards, including the MUSC Health Earl B. Higgins Leadership in Diversity Award, the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Circle of Excellence Award, the South Carolina League for Nursing Excellence Award, and the South Carolina Palmetto Gold Award.
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Global Success: What Healthcare Leaders Look for in International Nurses
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What helps internationally educated nurses thrive in today’s healthcare environments? In this candid panel discussion, nurse leaders and healthcare employers will share their perspectives on what drives long-term success for global nurses entering the U.S. workforce. Panelists will discuss the strengths international nurses commonly bring to patient care—including adaptability, resilience, and cultural awareness—while also honestly addressing some of the most common transition challenges, such as communication styles, documentation expectations, and confidence in escalation and advocacy. The conversation will also explore how healthcare organizations are improving orientation, mentorship, and cultural integration efforts to better support international nurses from day one. Attendees considering this path will leave with valuable insight into what employers truly value beyond credentials—and how to prepare for a successful transition into practice in the United States.