HOSA Alumni Highlight: Jeremy Beane, DNP, FNP – The power of saying “yes”

Jeremy Beane, DNP, FNP, a dedicated nurse practitioner and HOSA alumnus, began his healthcare journey in 2002. What started with a dual credit program became the foundation of a decades-long relationship with HOSA – Future Health Professionals.

Beane’s involvement with HOSA began when he was a high school student participating in dental terminology. He earned first place nationally and attributes much of his success to the mentorship and encouragement of Ms. Cassandra Thompson, his HOSA advisor and dual-credit teacher. Her work ethic, commitment to students, and passion for nursing inspired Beane to become more active as a state officer for North Carolina. This role refined his leadership skills, an experience that significantly transformed him. 

“Before [HOSA], I was shy and didn’t get involved,” Beane recalled. “The defining moment came when I stood on stage at a podium, facing thousands of people, and realized, ‘I can do this.’ Now, if I have ideas, I’m definitely not afraid to share them.”

Beane also played an active role in establishing a HOSA chapter at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where he completed his undergraduate degree. Under his leadership, the student-driven chapter emphasizes teamwork and collaboration through events such as a large-scale jump rope competition among multiple campus organizations.

Despite his active participation in HOSA, Beane resisted becoming a nurse practitioner. But, working for years as a certified nurse assistant (CNA) exposed him to other nursing possibilities.

“Nursing is one of the most diverse jobs out there,” he said. “The social mobility in nursing allows you to keep elevating and leveling up. There’s a pathway that can lead to financial independence.”

Beane became a first-generation college graduate and a nurse and later earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Today, Beane works at Novant Health in an outpatient family practice setting, caring for patients from birth through end-of-life care. He is deeply involved in mentoring students and precepts nurse practitioner and physician assistant students. 

“Teaching is something I really enjoy,” Beane said. “The patient often likes the extra attention, and you can see on the student’s face the moment they finally get it.”

He co-chairs the Advanced Practice Provider Business Resource Group, focusing on community engagement and health equity, and serves on the North Carolina HOSA Board of Directors, advocating for the organization’s role in preparing future healthcare professionals.

Beane advises current HOSA members to get involved, shadow, and take advantage of opportunities. He consistently highlights the social mobility and diverse specialties within nursing and, more importantly, emphasizes the importance of saying ‘yes.’

“Take initiative and take on leadership, but commit within reason,” Beane said. “If it’s not now, it doesn’t mean not ever—but taking advantage of opportunities can put you on a springboard to success.”

Beane’s journey from a shy high school student to a confident, accomplished healthcare provider exemplifies HOSA’s transformative power. His experiences in leadership, mentorship, and professional development have shaped his career and continue to inspire future healthcare professionals. 

Just as his work at Novant Health positively impacts his community, Beane also remains committed to fostering the growth and development of those following in his footsteps.

Learn more about HOSA and how its student-led programs and alumni network can help you build meaningful connections and contribute to the future of healthcare. Visit https://hosa.org/. 

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