CompassRN is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting the next generation of nurses—from middle school through licensure. We expand access to the nursing profession by sparking interest in students who may not have previously considered the field, while offering insight and direction to students already exploring the career.
Through immersive summer nurse camps, year-round learning experiences, and long-term mentorship, we create meaningful pathways into nursing for students across the Greater Houston area and beyond. Our supportive peer community keeps students connected, inspired, and empowered every step of the way.
We envision a future where all youth, regardless of their background, have the knowledge, support, and access to pursue fulfilling careers in nursing. CompassRN aims to transform healthcare for generations to come by adding an equipped and diverse nursing workforce.
Initial outreach begins with our summer nurse camps – at the conclusion, students who show continued interest have the option to remain connected with CompassRN. As students progress in grade, year-round opportunities are available to further engage with the nursing community and healthcare.
The CompassRN Mentorship Program is a dynamic initiative to connect high school students with experienced nurse mentors, fostering a supportive relationship that extends from the formative years of their education through their journey to becoming nurses.
56% of undergraduates nationally were first-generation college students (neither parent had a bachelor’s degree) and 59% of these students were also the first sibling in their family to go to college.
(Center for First-Generation Student Success, 2019)
The federal government projects that more than 203,000 new registered nurse positions will be created each year from 2021-2031.
(AACN, 2022)
By 2044, more than half of all Americans are expected to belong to a minority group (any group other than non-Hispanic White alone)
(U.S. Census, 2015)
Nurses comprise the largest component of the healthcare workforce, are the primary providers of hospital patient care, and deliver most of the nation’s long-term care.
(AACN, 2022)
Renée G. Omoyeni is a native to Orlando, FL, and began her pre-nursing journey at Valencia Community College in 2002. She later transferred to Bethune Cookman University and graduated with a BSN degree in 2010. Soon after, she joined the United States Army as a RN and worked on a Med-Surg unit until 2014.
Since that time, Renée has worked in RN case management, IV infusion therapy, and earned her MS degree in Health Education & Promotion. CompassRN was birthed from a long time passion for mentoring, a love for the nursing profession, and her own personal struggle throughout her pre-nursing journey.
Outside of her career life, Renée is a newlywed, dog mom, brunch fanatic and ice cream lover, sports fan, enjoys traveling, the outdoors, theater shows, and the symphony.
