Casey-Ann Collins
Posted on 28 August 2020
Casey-Ann Collins - a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner, specialized in Women’s health and Dermatology. She has a passion for helping people, whether it is treating their medical concerns or helping them achieve goals. She is the founder of Motivation Chase, a mentoring program and Operation Faith Filled (O.F.F.) a non- profit organized for the less fortunate. She currently resides in New York. "I believe we all have the potential to be the best version of ourselves but sometimes we just need a little help. In my journey, I have been blessed with amazing mentors, who have been a blueprint for my success today. I am just trying to pass the baton. As a practitioner, I spend my days empowering my patients. However, I take great joy in seeing people succeed in “all” areas of life. My mentoring program Motivation Chase, is designed to inspire and motivate people of all ages and backgrounds but specifically for those with a passion for Nursing. I see you Motivation Chasers, keep shining and being great! The world needs you!" Via www.pagingnursecasey.com 
(SISS) Hi Casey-Ann, where are you from and where are you currently spending your time? (CASEY-ANN) HEYYYYYY, FIRST AND FOREMOST I WANT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR RECOGNIZING AND LETTING ME BE A PART OF YOUR AMAZING PLATFORM AND MOVEMENT. I HAVE BEEN A FAN FOR A WHILE. I RESIDE IN NEW YORK (LONG ISLAND) BUT HAVE CARIBBEAN ROOTS, JAMAICA TO BE EXACT (BIG UP). (SISS) What was one of the hardest things that you had to go through? What advice would you give someone going through the same struggle? (CASEY-ANN) I WOULD PROBABLY SAY WHEN I FIRST STARTED NURSING SCHOOL AS AN UNDERGRAD, WHILE I ALWAYS DID WELL IN SCHOOL, NURSING SCHOOL WAS A CHALLENGE BECAUSE I WAS ALSO WORKING FULL-TIME. THIS MEANT I HAD LITTLE TO NO SOCIAL LIFE, SO I MISSED A LOT OF WEDDINGS, BIRTHDAYS, GIRLS TRIP, ETC. BUT THE SACRIFICE HAS DEFINITELY PAID OFF NOW. (SISS) MSN | APRN | FNP-BC | Board Certified Nurse Practitioner | Women’s Health & Dermatology | Mentor & Founder of @motivationchase #SISS Tell us more… who is @pagingnursecaseytv and what are you most proud of? (CASEY-ANN) I AM A PERSON WHO STRIVES FOR GREATNESS, TO WALK AND EMBRACE MY FULL PURPOSE AND TO BE THE CHANGE I WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD. I AM PROUD OF THE WOMAN I AM BECOMING, MY DESIRE TO SERVE AND HELP THOSE IN NEED AND MY ABILITY TO BALANCE WORK AND PLEASURE BECAUSE THAT IS NOT ALWAYS AN EASY TASK. I’M TRYING TO… (SISS) Finish this sentence, I have a dream… ? (CASEY-ANN) I HAVE A DREAM OF BEING THE CHANGE I WISH TO SEE, TRAVELING THE WORLD, HELPING PEOPLE AND SPREADING LOVE. I WISH TO CREATE AN ORGANIZATION IN MY HOMETOWN; JAMAICA, IN ORDER TO GIVE BACK AND SERVE THE CHILDREN OF THE COMMUNITY. (SISS) What makes you the happiest? What is fun for you? (CASEY-ANN) I AM HAPPIEST WHEN I FEEL I CAN BE MY 100% AUTHENTIC SELF, NO MATTER THE SETTING AS LONG AS THERE IS GOOD VIBES AND ENERGY THEN I’M GOOD. FUN FOR ME INCLUDES ANYTHING WITH MUSIC, GOOD COMPANY AND HAVING A GOOD TIME. (SISS) How do you deal with 
disappointment? How do you Keep Going? (CASEY-ANN) I TRY TO SEE THE GOOD IN CLOSED DOORS AND IN THE “NO” BUT ALSO SEE IT AS ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME OR DO SOMETHING BIGGER AND LEVEL UP. NO LOSSES JUST LESSONS IS MY MOTTO. (SISS) What is your superpower? (CASEY-ANN) BEING ABLE TO SEE ALL SIDES OF A SITUATION, PEOPLE OFTEN COME TO ME FOR ADVICE BECAUSE OF THIS ABILITY. I GUESS ITS PART OF MY LIBRA ENERGY. (SISS) Finish the sentence, my life has gotten so much better since… ? (CASEY-ANN) MY LIFE HAS GOTTEN SO MUCH BETTER SINCE I’VE LEARNED TO UTILIZE FAITH MORE AND BALANCE THE WORK AND PLAY IN MY LIFE. TOO MUCH OF ANYTHING IS NO GOOD. PLUS, I’VE LEARNED YOU CAN’T PLEASE EVERYONE AND THAT’S OKAY. I AM NOT FOR EVERYBODY. (SISS) Can you tell us five things people might not know about you? (CASEY-ANN) (1) I PLAYED BASKETBALL THREE YEARS IN HIGH SCHOOL. (2) I CAN RHYME/RAP, MIX RECORDS, YES LIKE DJING. (3) EVERYONE THOUGHT I WOULD BE A NEW REPORTER WHEN I WAS YOUNGER. (4) I HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO WRITE A BOOK SERIES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN. (5) I CAN’T STAND THE SIGHTS OF SLUGS. (SISS) Can you tell us where else can our readers follow your daily inspiration? (CASEY-ANN) WEBSITE PLUS INSTAGRAM PAGE AND YOUTUBE CHANNEL. (SISS) What’s your favorite quote? (CASEY-ANN) WORK HARD PLAY HARDER, BELIEVE IN YOU AND YOU ARE HALF WAY THERE. (SISS) At Smart is so sexy we love to see women who are thriving in their career or business. What are you most passionate about? (CASEY-ANN) HELPING PEOPLE, WHETHER THAT MEANS PROVIDING RESOURCES AND HEALTHCARE TO THE LESS FORTUNATE OR MOTIVING, MENTORING AND INSPIRING PEOPLE. ESPECIALLY, THOSE OF COLOR WHO MAY NOT HAVE THE OPPORTUNITIES OTHERS MAY HAVE TO SHINE AND BE GREAT. (SISS) Who was the most influential person in your life and why?
(CASEY-ANN) GOD, MY PARENTS AND MY MENTORS. MY CARIBBEAN PARENTS TAUGHT ME EARLY ABOUT BEING GREAT AND NEVER PUTTING LIMITS ON YOURSELF AND I AM SO THANKFUL FOR THERE CONSTANT MOTIVATION. I HAVE ALSO BEEN BLESSED TO HAVE AMAZING MENTORS ALONG THE WAY, WHO WERE THERE FOR SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE WHEN IT CAME TO GOALS AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT AND GOD HAS BEEN MY GUIDING LIGHT AND HAS NEVER EVER LET ME DOWN, ANYTHING HE KEPT ME FROM, WAS A BLESSING IN DISGUISE. (SISS) Where were you five years ago? What advice would you tell your five years younger self? (CASEY-ANN) FIVE YEARS AGO, I WAS WORKING AS AN RN IN DERMATOLOGY AND FELT LIKE I NEEDED TO CATCH UP WITH EVERYONE BUT THAT WAS A COMPLETE LIE. I WOULD TELL MYSELF TO MOVE AT YOUR OWN PACE, DON’T BELIEVE THE HYPE AND DON’T COMPARE YOUR CHAPTER 10 TO SOMEONE’S CHAPTER 20. (SISS) Can you take us through a typical day? From Waking up to going to bed, can you give us a play by play of a typical day for you? (CASEY-ANN) WAKE UP THANK THE LORD FOR GUIDANCE, AND USUAL GO RIGHT INTO A WORKOUT (AT HOME WORKOUTS NOW DUE TO COVID), I HAVE A PROTEIN BAR OR SHAKE AFTER THAT THEN I SHOWER WHILE LISTENING TO MOTIVATIONAL VIDEOS OR MY FAVORITE SONG TO GET ME PUMPED FOR THOSE DAY. DEPENDING ON THE DAY, I AM PROBABLY ON MY LAPTOP GETTING WORK, REVIEWING PT CHARTS, CALLING MY PATIENTS BACK WHO MAY HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS. I AM OFTEN DOING RESEARCH ON VARIOUS SUBJECTS LIKE THE SISS I AM. I MAY, OR MAY NOT TEND TO MY SOCIAL MEDIA (IT DEPENDS ON MY MOOD BECAUSE THIS CAN SOMETIMES BE DISTRACTING). THEN I AM OFF TO WORK. AFTER A LONG DAY OF ADDRESSING AND TREATING VARIOUS FEMALE CONCERNS I TAKE OFF MY CAPE AND PREPARE TO UNWIND EITHER WITH MEDITATION, WINE, SPENDING TIME WITH A LOVED ONE, ETC. 
(SISS) What is your favorite book and/or the latest one you’ve read? (CASEY-ANN) WHOLENESS BY TOURE ROBERTS (SISS) What would be a good theme song for your life? (CASEY-ANN) LL COOL J “MAMA SAID KNOCK YOU OUT”, & CUTTY RANKS “WAIT DEY MAN”, BEYONCE “DIVA”, NICKI MINAJ “FEELING MYSELF” (SISS) When do you feel the sexiest? (CASEY-ANN) WHEN I AM ABLE TO SHINE, AND BE SEEN (APPRECIATED) FOR MY MOST AUTHENTIC SELF BUT HONESTLY THAT ALSO GOES WITH MY MOOD AND FITNESS ROUTINE, WHICH RENEWS MY BODY AND SPIRIT. BEAUTY TO ME STARTS FROM THE INSIDE OUT! (SISS) Is there someone on social media that inspires you and is a great follow? (CASEY-ANN) WELL DEFINITELY @SISS OF COURSE BUT HONESTLY, MY TIMELINE IS FILLED WITH SO MANY BOSS LADIES SO THERE ISN'T JUST ONE PERSON. (SISS) What does Smart is so Sexy mean to you? (CASEY-ANN) SISS TO ME MEANS THAT BEING A NERD, BRAINIAC, BOOK WORM “SCHOOL GIRL” IS PART OF WHAT MAKES A WOMAN ATTRACTIVE AND APPEAL. I BELIEVE BEING THAT “SMART” GIRL IS SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE NOT TO HIDE. INTELLECTUALISM IS VERY SEXY! FEMALES ARE OFTEN TAUGHT TO PLACE MORE EMPHASIS ON THEIR EXTERNAL APPEARANCE AND WHILE THAT IS GREAT, IT IS IMPORTANT TO TEACH YOUNG GIRLS TO EMBRACE THEIR BRAINS AND BEAUTY, TO BE CONFIDENT AND OUTSPOKEN, SO THEIR VALUE WON’T JUST BASED SUPERFICIALLY. (SISS) Thank you so much Casey-Ann, you are a great example. Keep Going #SISS
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