Bio
I have been a registered nurse since 1999. My degree in nursing has allowed me to explore the various roles of the professional nurse: bedside nurse, office nurse, case management, nursing education, and nursing educational leadership. Of all the roles I have had, my passion lies in working with nursing students. I have been a nurse educator since 2007 working with associate degree (RN) and licensed practical nursing (LPN) students. In August of 2020, I joined the University of Southern Indiana as an Assistant Professor. I currently work with BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, and DNP students.
Specialty Certification:
National League for Nursing Certified Nurse Educator (CNE): 2015 - present
Education
- Doctor of Nursing Practice, Nursing Educational Leadership, American Sentinel University, 2019
- Master of Science in Nursing, Nursing Education, University of Southern Indiana, 2008
- Bachelor of Science , Nursing, University of Evansville, 1999
- Case Management Certificate Program, , University of Southern Indiana, 2000
Research Interests
- My research focus is centered upon student success, whether it be by exploring teaching strategies to support the growth of a novice student's confidence level, growth mindset, identifying one's level of grit and evaluating it relationship to program attrition, retention, and pass rates, or helping students to develop their resilience. I am passionate about helping students meet their educational goals and safely transition into the role of the professional nurse.
Office Hours
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (HP3010 or https://usi.zoom.us/j/8122285064)
- By Appointment
Courses
- NURS 246, Introduction to Professional Nursing
- NURS 247, Health Assessment
- NURS 307, Health Assessment for RNs (RN-BSN Program)
- NURS 327, Transitions to Advanced Nursing Practice (RN-BSN Progam)
- NURS 356, Pharmacology for Nurses
- NURS 357, Introduction to Patient Care
- NURS 358, Nursing Care of Adults I
- NURS 488, Leadership in Care Delivery
- NURS 602, Evidence-Based Practice for Advanced Nursing
- NURS 605, Healthcare Informatics for Advanced Nursing Practice
- NURS 866, DNP Project Proposal
- NURS 874, DNP Project I
- NURS 875, DNP Project II
Advising Activities
Faculty advisor for the RN-BSN program
Mentor for Doctor of Nursing Practice students
