Professor and Cordinator of Master’s in Nursing Education Program

• Aug 2018 - Present

Professor

• 1977 - Present

Began career teaching rehabilitation in the precursor of Research College of Nursing's BSN program, its 70 year old diploma program. Participated in its conversion to one of the first 3 single-purpose institutions in the country in collaboration with Rockhurst University in 1980. Chair of several college committees, Level III (Sr. level) coordinator, course coordinator for several courses including Foundations of Nursing, Leadership, and Capstone. One of the key faculty who developed the country's 31st accelerated program in 1991, moved into director position in 2001, and taught hybrid courses in this curriculum until 2008. Began teaching as an instructor in 1977 and moved up to the rank of professor in 2004. Began teaching in MSN program in 1998 when completed PhD in Education with a minor in Nursing. See below for courses taught in MSN program. Held course coordinator position and all 4 courses.

Director of Accelerated Option Nursing Program

• Jan 2001 - Apr 2008

Coordinated the admission and preparation of prospective students. Implemented orientation program that prepared students for the pace and learning strategies needed for success. Developed a weekly "Keep on Track" program that improved retention of students who were struggling. Initiated use of online textbooks and learning tools in 2005 to support accelerated pace of program. Decreased attrition rate by 50% and maintained an average NCLEX pass rate of 95%.

Adjunct Research Professor

• Aug 2013 - Present

Dissertation Advisor Dissertation Advisor

Part Time Nursing Education Consultant

• 2018 - Present

Specializing in curriculum consultations; including concept-based curricula and related development of accreditation-based program evaluation plans. Provides workshops on curriculum development, active instructional strategies, item-writing, priority-setting frameworks, needs of adjunct clinical faculty, and how to developand implement a concept-based curriculum. Integral in the identification, development, and promotion of nursing student and educator support materials. Served as Director of Nursing Education Consultation Services from 2014 to 2018.

Director of Nursing Education Consultation Services

• Jan 2014 - Jul 2018

Nursing education specialist

• Jan 2008 - Jul 2018

Worked in research and development creating standardized tests and interactive tutorials for nursing students. Developed the specifications for new products and reviewed/edited final product. participated in new product research in the role of subject matter expert and assisted with interpretation of data for creation of new products.