Anja, a dedicated nurse educator and certified case manager, actively advocates for patients in every role she undertakes. She draws on a strong clinical background in pediatric rehabilitation and long-term care nursing to consistently center the voice, rights, and needs of patients, particularly vulnerable pediatric populations. During her years as a nurse case manager, she coordinated comprehensive care plans, navigated complex healthcare systems, and ensured continuity of care for adult patients across the healthcare continuum in multiple states. Certified in Pediatric Nursing, Case Management, and Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid, Anja blends clinical expertise with compassionate advocacy. She educates and supports patients and their families, empowering them to make informed medical decisions and access essential resources. Through her academic and professional work, including teaching future nurses at multiple universities in New Jersey, Anja demonstrates her firm belief that strong advocacy is essential to ethical and effective nursing care.