Meet
Ottamissiah (Missy) Moore
Board Member Spotlight: Ottamissiah “Missy” Moore, a nationally recognized hospice nurse and end-of-life doula.
Ottamissiah (Missy) Moore is a certified hospice Nurse and End-of-Life Doula from Washington, D.C. Missy collaborates with national organizations such as the National Alliance for Wound Care and Ostomy and currently serves as the board president. Ms. Moore has been honored with numerous national awards for her contributions to the nursing field, including the 2014 Hospice LPN of the Year from the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association, the 2012 Community Nurse of the Year from the National Black Nurses Association, and the 2012 Lillian Küster Award from the National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses.
A Leader in Wound and End-of-Life Care
Ottamissiah “Missy” Moore, LPN, EOLD, CHPN, FAAN, is a nationally respected hospice nurse, end-of-life doula, and healthcare leader. Based in Washington, D.C., she brings deep expertise in wound care, palliative care, and community-based nursing — essential areas of focus for the mission of the Coalition for At-Risk Skin (CARS).
National Recognition for Nursing Excellence
Missy has received multiple national awards honoring her excellence in nursing, leadership, and service:
• Hospice LPN of the Year (2014) – Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association
• Community Nurse of the Year (2012) – National Black Nurses Association
• Lillian Küster Award (2012) – National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses
These accolades reflect her enduring contributions to the nursing profession and her impact on patients, families, and communities nationwide. Missy currently serves as the Board President of the National Alliance for Wound Care and Ostomy (NAWCO). In this role, she collaborates with clinicians, educators, and national partners to promote best practices and improve outcomes for individuals with at-risk skin.
Her leadership complements CARS’ commitment to evidence-based skin health strategies and access to care across all settings — including hospice and palliative care.
A Strategic Contributor to CARS
As a Board Member of CARS, Missy offers critical insight into:
• Skin care and wound prevention in hospice and palliative populations
• Culturally competent and community-focused care models
• Clinical leadership in at-risk populations
• Support for caregivers and frontline nursing teams
Her expertise strengthens CARS’ goal of providing holistic, accessible, and compassionate care for individuals at risk of skin injury, especially those receiving end-of-life care.
📘 Explore the full CARS Consensus Document and learn more about Catherine’s role in shaping the future of at-risk skin care.
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