Chris-Tenna M.

Perkins, PhD, RN, ANP, CNE

Current Position Year

Associate Dean of Nursing 2014- present
Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing
8550 Magellan Parkway, Suite 1100
Richmond, VA 23227
804.627.5352
[email protected]

Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Education 2014
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, Colorado

Master of Science 2000

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia

Bachelor of Science in Nursing 1998

Bluefield State College
Bluefield, West Virginia

Associate of Science in Nursing 1996

Bluefield State College
Bluefield, West Virginia

Certifications/ Licenses
Registered Nurse 2019 exp year
Virginia Board of Nursing

Nurse Practitioner Adult 2019 exp year

Virginia Board of Nursing

Adult Nurse Practitioner 2020 exp year

American Nurses Credentialing Center

Certified Nurse Educator 2018 exp year

National League for Nursing

CPR 2017 exp year

American Heart Association
Academic Experience Year
ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSOCIATE DEAN OF NURSING 2014- present
Assists Dean of Nursing with the overall daily operation of the nursing
programs of the College of Nursing. Supervises 20+ full-time faculty and
~20 adjunct faculty. Responsible for ~ 500 students. Leads Nursing
Operations Committee. Leads faculty search committee in hiring and
onboarding process. Led onboarding and orientation of 20 new full-time
faculty and 18 new adjunct faculty. In the pre-licensure BSN track,
maintained 96% NCLEX pass rate for 6 years (2010-2017), 94% retention
rate, and 100% employment rate. In the post-licensure RN-BSN track,
participated in new RN-BSN curriculum development and
implementation (Fall 2014), increased admission over 300% (2013-2014),
maintained retention rate above 90%, and supported faculty development
in distance education. Chaired the Nurses for Good grants committee and
provides leadership for the BSHSI Academic Practice Partnership.
Selected as a Leadership for Academic Nursing Programs (LANP) fellow
with American Association of Colleges of Nursing (2014).

CURRICULUM CONSULTANT 2015

Facilitated the work of faculty to create a proposed new undergraduate
curriculum at Washington State University.

INTERIM DEAN OF NURSING 2013

In collaboration with the Acting Dean of Nursing/Provost, responsible for
the management of the nursing program. Managed 3 curriculum
coordinators, 19 full-time faculty, and 6 adjunct faculty. Responsible for
400+ students. Maintained 100% NCLEX pass rate and 92% retention
rate. Led a subcommittee of faculty to develop a strategic plan for the
nursing program. Facilitated the analysis of nursing curricula in relation
to the AACN BSN Essentials, VBON regulations, and unique program
outcomes. Led the development of course schedule for maximum
capacity of the pre-licensure nursing program. Prepared for VBON
approval visit and CCNE accreditation report due Fall, 2014.
Collaborated on technology plan to create the appropriate infrastructure
and process to support distance education growth. Supported the growth
of the RN-BSN program track. Participated in Bon Secours system work
to include Bon Secours Virginia CNE Council, Bon Secours Academic
Practice Partnership meetings, and chair of the Nurses for Good grants
committee.

BSN COORDINATOR 2012-2013

Responsible for the coordination of the traditional, pre-licensure nursing
program track that includes 350+ students. First graduating class had
100% first time NCLEX pass rate. Developed and implemented an Excel
program that assists with tracking nursing student progression in the
program. In collaboration with the Office of Student Success, developed
and implemented Curriculum Revision policy and procedure. Developed
 and implemented Excel spreadsheets for course planning and faculty
workload calculation for the Deans Administrative Team. In
collaboration with RN-BSN coordinator, created the 2013-2104 faculty
handbook. Assisted with the development of revised clinical contracts to
meet accreditation standards. In collaboration with the Acting Dean of
Nursing and RN-BSN coordinator, revised nursing policies to reflect BSN
program practices and standards. Collaborated with Student Services,
Nursing Administration, and College Administration to develop academic
timeline. Day to day management of BSN courses, faculty concerns, and
student issues.

ADULT NURSING COORDINATOR 2011-2012

Led the development, implementation, and coordination the courses listed
below. This work included an exhaustive assessment of the Bon Secours
Mission and Values, NCLEX Blueprint, AACN BSN Essentials, VBON
Regulations, and ANA Scope of Practice for inclusion/exclusion criteria
in the courses. Intentional development of threads in courses to repeat
critical concepts. Evaluation methods were developed and critically
reviewed by the Adult Nursing faculty. Created centralized calendar for
Adult Nursing courses to plan the students schedule. Obtained and
coordinated clinical sites for clinical courses, as well as, creating clinical
schedules for NUR 3104, NUR 3111P, and NUR 3112P. Led the
development of 8 patient SBAR simulation. Collaborated with course
faculty to develop and implement simulation in clinical courses.
Collaborated with faculty in the development of clinical assignments in
NUR 3111P and NUR 3112P. Managed 11 faculty members.
Competencies for Nursing Practice II (NUR 3104)
Adult Nursing Science I (NUR 3111)
Adult Nursing Science II (NUR 3112)
Adult Nursing Science I Practicum (NUR 3111P)
Adult Nursing Science II Practicum (NUR 3112P)
Pathopharmacology I (PHR I)
Pathopharmacology II (PHR II)

TEACHING
BSN BON SECOURS 2011-present
NUR 4330: Rooted in the Past, Standing in the Present, Reaching
Toward the Future: Awakening Ones Call to Serve
NUR 4230 : Nursing Independent Study
NUR 4122: Nursing Research
NUR 3111: Adult Nursing Science
Fluid and Electrolyte lecture
Hypertension lecture
Congestive Heart Failure lecture
NUR 3104: Competencies for Nursing Practice II
Practicum on IVCU at MRMC
Intravenous Medication simulation
Blood transfusion simulation
End of life simulation
 NUR 3111P: Adult Nursing Science I Practicum
Practicum on Renal Unit and Med-Tele at MRMC
SBAR Simulation - developed 8 patient simulation
COPD Simulation
Health fairs
NUR 2102: Lifespan Health Assessment and Clinical Prevention 2002-2011

DIPLOMA BON SECOURS

Nursing Care of Adults (N201); lecturer, clinical instructor
Nursing Care of Diverse Populations (N203); clinical instructor
Health Assessment and Clinical Therapeutics (N101); course coordinator,
lecturer, clinical instructor
Clinical Applications of Nursing Concepts (N102); course coordinator,
lecturer, clinical instructor
Foundational Concepts for Professional Nursing (N100); course
coordinator, lecturer, clinical instructor

OTHER
Health Assessment for Graduate student (ODU); lab 2012
Health Assessment for Undergraduates (VCU); lab 2002
Pharmacology for LPN students (RHT); lecture 1999-2000
Pediatrics for LPN students (RHT); lecture 2000
Professional Experience Year
ASSOCIATE DEAN OF NURSING, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (AUGUST, 2014) 2014-present
Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing, Richmond, VA
Coordinates the implementation and evaluation of the nursing curricula in
collaboration with the Dean and program faculty. Provides and monitors
the effectiveness of orientation programs for new and adjunct faculty.
Provides daily operational leadership to program faculty and conducts
performance appraisals in collaboration with the Dean. Creates
course/clinical schedule and faculty workload assignments with approval
from the Dean. Serves as liaison with nursing leadership of clinical sites
and monitors the efficacy of the sites in relationship to the curriculum.
Works in conjunction with Curriculum Committee and program faculty to
ensure that the needs for curriculum requirements, outcomes, and
resources are met. Uses data to monitor curriculum outcomes as it relates
to overall student learning and program outcomes and leads change for
performance improvement in collaboration with the Curriculum
Committee. Promotes and maintains effective working relationships with
cooperating agencies and other programs in nursing. Provides
recommendations regarding resources for the nursing programs in
collaboration with program faculty and assists Dean with annual budget
preparation. Monitors compliance with state approval requirements and
national program accreditation standards and writes required reports as
assigned by Dean. Maintains currency of knowledge in nursing education
through attendance at state, regional, and national meetings of nursing
educators and administrators. Assumes responsibility for nursing
programs in the absence of the Dean as required.
CURRICULUM CONSULTANT 2015
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, SPOKANE, WA
Provided facilitation of developing a new curriculum plan with a small
team of faculty. Completed a pre-assessment of the curriculum prior to
the site visit and shared with stakeholders. Utilizing the Appreciative
Inquiry model facilitated a small group of faculty through the Discover,
Dream, and Design phases. Faculty discovered what was great about the
current curriculum, were provided opportunity to dream about all of the
potentials of the new curriculum, and then design a new curriculum plan
(courses, course sequencing, pre-req/co-reqs).

INTERIM DEAN OF NURSING, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR 2013-2014

Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing, Richmond, VA
Assists the Acting Dean with the authority and responsibility for the
overall administration and operation of the nursing programs of the
College. Promotion to Associate Professor approved for August, 2014.

BSN COORDINATOR, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR 2012-present

Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing, Richmond, VA
Functions within the framework of the philosophy and goals of Bon
Secours Richmond and the Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
Provides leadership and coordination of the BSN program that consists of
350+ students. Led the implementation of a new curriculum. Led the
design of strategic planning of course and clinical schedules as well as
faculty workload assignments. Participates in the design and
implementation of the evaluation strategies of the curriculum. Provides
leadership in program improvement and accreditation standards. Current
chair of the curriculum committee.
CURRICULUM COORDINATOR ADULT NURSING, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR 2011- 2012
Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing, Richmond, VA
Functions within the framework of the philosophy and goals of Bon
Secours Richmond and the Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
Participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, analysis, and
evaluation of the curriculum. Responsibilities include classroom and
clinical instruction, professional and scholarly activities, and student
advisement. Practices nursing according to the Code for Nurses of the
American Nurses Association. Participates in the faculty and school
organizations, and forms responsibilities with the professional
community. Interprets and articulates the curriculum to students, alumni,
cooperating agencies, and other stakeholders.
ADJUNCT FACULTY 2011
Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
Facilitated clinical laboratory experience for graduate nursing students.
Responsible for teaching/learning and evaluation of students in a one
credit laboratory component of a health assessment course.
 INSTRUCTOR II 2002-2010
Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing, Richmond, VA
Participated in the assessment, planning, implementation, analysis, and
evaluation of the curriculum. Responsibilities included classroom and clinical
instruction, professional and scholarly activities, and student advisement.
Participates in the faculty and school organizations, and forms responsibilities
with the professional community.

ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR 2002

Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
Facilitated clinical laboratory experience for undergraduate nursing students.
Responsible for teaching and evaluating the laboratory component of a health
assessment course.

NURSE PRACTITIONER 2000-2003

Cardiology Associates of Richmond, Richmond, Virginia
Assessed, diagnosed, and treated patients with acute and chronic cardiac diseases
under physician supervision. Hospital and outpatient clinic duties included
history and physical exams, dictation, discharges, patient teaching, and follow-
up care. Weeknight and weekend call.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE INSTRUCTOR 1999-2000

Richmond Health and Technology, Richmond, VA
Classroom and clinical instructor in pediatric and pharmacology courses.
CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR AND RESEARCH ASSISTANT 1998-2000
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
Responsible for teaching and supervising undergraduate registered nursing
students during their medical-surgical clinical experience, as well as assisting
faculty with research projects.

REGISTERED NURSE 1996-1998

Bluefield Regional Medical Center, Bluefield, West Virginia
Provided primary nursing care to patients in the coronary care and
medical-surgical units.
Areas of Specialty
Nursing education, curriculum design and development, faculty development,
academic practice partnerships, cardiology, medical-surgical nursing, health
assessment, adult nurse practitioner.
Areas of Interest
Nursing education, faculty development, curriculum design and development,
nursing shortage, faculty nursing shortage
Honors and Awards Year
Leadership of Academic Nursing Programs Fellow 2014
American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Washington D.C.
Nurse Educator Award Nominee 2011
March of Dimes, Richmond, VA
 Temple Memorial Award 2000
Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Nursing
Ethel Bowen Foundation Scholarship 1993-2000
First Century Bank National
Professional Nurse Traineeship Fund Recipient 1998-2000
Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Nursing
MCV/VCU Cancer Education Council Grant Summer Fellowship 1999
Virginia Commonwealth University
99 Virginia Nurse of the Year Award, Honorable Mention 1999
Virginia Nurses Association
The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health Division of Surveillance and Disease 1997
Control of AIDS Participation Award
West Virginia Bureau for Public Health
Scholastic Achievement Award 1996-1998
Bluefield State College
Presentations
Perkins, C. & Poag, J. (2017, August). Flourish. Oral presentation at Convocation, Bon
Secours Memorial College of Nursing, Richmond, VA.

Perkins, C. & Feurer, A. (2016, November). NCLEX Success! A Collaboration between

Students, Faculty, Staff, & Administration. Poster presentation at American Association of
Colleges of Nursing BSN Conference, Anaheim, CA.

Perkins, C. & Vasel, L. (2016, November). Cultivating an Online RN-BSN Program to

Flourish within a Competitive Market: Curriculum, Advising, and Financial Incentives.
Poster presentation at American Association of Colleges of Nursing BSN Conference,
Anaheim, CA.

Sorbello, B. & Perkins, C. (2016, August). Education as a Ministry. Oral presentation at

Convocation, Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, Richmond, VA.

Perkins, C. (2015, July). Partnership Functioning and Sustainability in Nursing Academic

Practice Partnerships: The Mediating Role of Partnership Synergy. Oral presentation at
Sigma Theta Tau International's 26th International Nursing Research Congress, San Juan,
Puerto Rico.

Perkins, C. (2014, June). Academic Practice Partnerships: What is it all about? Oral
presentation at VCU Academic Practice Partnership Leadership, Richmond, VA.

Perkins, C. (2014, January). Bon Secours Academic Practice Partnership. Oral

presentation at Bon Secours St. Marys Hospital Nursing Strategic Planning, Richmond,
VA.

Perkins, C. (2013, November). Bon Secours Academic Practice Partnership. Oral

presentation at Bon Secours Chief Nurse Executive Council, Richmond, VA.
Perkins, C. (2013, September). Bon Secours Academic Practice Partnership. Oral
presentation at Bon Secours Richmond Nursing Council, Richmond, VA.

Perkins, C. (2013, May). A conceptual model of an academic-service partnership. Oral

presentation at Bon Secours PICO De Mayo Research Day, Richmond, VA.

Perkins, C. (2012, November). A conceptual model of an academic-service partnership.

Oral presentation at AACN BSN Conference, San Antonio, TX.

Perkins, C. (2011, November). Commission on Nursing Education Preparation: Faculty

Organization. Oral presentation at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, Richmond,
VA.

Perkins, C. (2011, April). Academic-Service Partnership: Change Project Presentation.

Oral presentation at Nurse Leadership Institute, Richmond, VA.

Bartlett, J. & Perkins, C. (2010, March). Strategies to promote critical thinking and active
learning. Oral presentation at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Academic
Transformation Session, Richmond, Virginia.

Perkins, C. (2009, October). Academic Transformation: Developing a Community of

Scholars. Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, Richmond, VA.

Perkins, C. (2009, July). Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing: Diploma to Bachelor
of Science in Nursing Program. Oral presentation at Bon Secours Memorial School of
Nursing Advisory Board Meeting, Richmond, Virginia.

Perkins, C. (2009, July). Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing: Diploma to Bachelor
of Science in Nursing Program. Oral presentation at Bon Secours Memorial School of
Nursing Faculty Development Educational Session, Richmond, Virginia.

Perkins, C. (2009, July). The nurse educators therapeutic use of self. Poster presentation
at the International Nurse Educator Conference of the Rockies, Breckenridge, Colorado.

Perkins, C. (2009, May). The art of leadership in nursing: Integration of theoretical

concepts. Poster presentation at Bon Secours Nursing Excellence Symposium, Richmond,
Virginia.

Perkins, C. (2009, March). Diploma to Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program:

Program and Curriculum Development Process. Oral presentation at Bon Secours
Memorial School of Nursing Curriculum Transition Workshop, Richmond, Virginia.

Perkins, C. (2008, July). Certified Nurse Educator Overview. Oral presentation at Bon
Secours Memorial School of Nursing, Hit and Run Educational Session, Richmond,
Virginia.

Perkins, C. (2008, January). Give students what they want: YOU! Poster presentation at
National Leagues for Nursing Leadership Conference, Orlando, Florida.
 Perkins, C. (2007, July). Establishing ideal learning relationships with students. Oral
presentation at the International Nurse Educator Conference of the Rockies, Breckenridge,
Colorado.

Perkins, C. (2008, April; 2007, November; 2007, April; 2006, November; 2006, April;
2005, November; 2005, April; 2004, November; 2003, November; 2003, April; 2002,
November; 2002, April). Cardiovascular lecture. In Dr. Sadeeka Al-Majid (Professor),
Nursing Adults I (NURS 325). Required nursing course at Virginia Commonwealth
University, Richmond, Virginia.

Perkins, C. (2005, October). Healthy workplace for nursing faculty. Oral presentation
Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing Professional Development Workshop,
Richmond, Virginia.

Minnick, P., Perkins, C., Grubbs, F., & Gordon, S. (1999, October). Health care reform:
Are we changing the system or adapting to system changes? Tenth Annual International
Critical and Feminist Perspectives in Nursing Conference, Williamsburg, Virginia.
Publications
Peer Review work:
Perkins, C. (2014). Partnership Functioning and Sustainability in Nursing Academic
Practice Partnerships: The Mediating Role of Partnership Synergy. Retrieved from
ProQuest Dissertations and Theses.
Non-Juried work:
Perkins, C. (1999, May). The American health care system financial catastrophe. Nurses
Network for a National Health Program Newsletter: Richmond, Virginia.
Research Reports:
Bodin, S. & Perkins, C. et al. (2011). Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing:
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education 2011 Self-Study. Bon Secours Memorial
College of Nursing, Richmond, VA.
Unpublished Papers:
Perkins, C. (2011). Nursing Academic-Service Partnership to Enhance Scholarship.
Unpublished manuscript, Nurse Leadership Institute, Richmond, VA.

Perkins, C. (2009). Connectedness: A concept analysis. Unpublished manuscript,

University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado.

Perkins, C. (2009). Faculty rank and role policy proposal. Unpublished manuscript,
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado.

Perkins, C. (2009). Profile of the Nursing Doctoral Student: A study of academic

motivation in relation to psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual individual factors.
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado.
 Perkins, C. (2006). Effective Student-Faculty Relationships. Unpublished manuscript,
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado.
Doctoral Committees
Mueller, L. (2017). Is There a Correlation Between Pre-Requisite Course Grades and
Student Success in Fundamentals of Nursing in an Associate Degree Nursing Program?
DNP Project Committee, Member, American Sentinel.
Daniels, A. (2016). Analysis of Nurse Practitioner Fellowship Programs: Promoting a
Seamless Transition to Practice into Primary Care. DNP Project Committee Member,
Chamberlain College.
Mauch, K. (2015). The Lived Experience of Nursing Students Following a Clinical
Rotation: A Phenomenological Inquiry. EdD Dissertation Committee Member, Liberty
University.
Funded Projects
Clinical Instructor in Boyle, A.H. & Jablonski, R. (1998-99). Improving Clinical
Competence and Collaborative Skills Through an Integrated Clinical Experience.
University Teaching Excellence Grant at Virginia Commonwealth University. $4,000.
Professional Association Membership/ Participation/ Service
Sigma Theta Tau

National League of Nursing

Gamma Beta Phi National College Honor and Scholarship Society

Alpha Chi National Honor Society

Academic Service Year
Nursing Operations Committee 2016-present

Faculty Development Committee 2016-2017

Global Outreach Committee 2015 - present

BSN Curriculum Revision Team, Consultant 2015

RN-BSN Curriculum Revision Team, Consultant 2014

Curriculum Committee (Chair 2013-2015) 2013-present

Nursing Program Strategic Planning Committee, Chair 2013- 2014

Program Improvement Committee 2013-2016

Institutional Effectiveness Committee 2013-2015

BSV- Academic Practice Partnerships 2011-present

 BSHSI Caritas Committee 2010-2012

Faculty Organization, Vice-Chairperson 2010-2011

Faculty Development Committee, Member 2010-2011

Curriculum Committee, Member 2010-2013

Faculty Development Committee, Chair 2009-2010

BSN Program Development Committee, Member 2008-2010

Student Satisfaction FADE Committee, Member 2008-2009

Student Affairs Committee, Member 2008-2009

Learning Resource Committee, Member 2007-2009

Admission, Progression, and Graduation Committee, Member 2005-2007

Admission, Progression, and Graduation Committee, Chair 2004-2005

Admission, Progression, and Graduation Committee, Member 2003-2004

Faculty Organization, Member/Ex-Officio 2002-present
BSHSI Service Year
Bon Secours St. Francis Research Council 2016- present

Bon Secours Virginia Grants Committee Chair 2013-2015

Bon Secours Chief Nurse Executive Council 2013-2014

Bon Secours Richmond Nursing Council 2012- 2016

Bon Secours Academic Practice Partnership 2011-present

Enterprise Caritas Council, Bon Secours Health System 2009- 2012

Nursing Research Council, St. Marys Hospital 2007-2008

Community Service Year
Remote Area Medical Clinic Group Leader July 2017
Wise, Virginia

Remote Area Medical Clinic Group Leader October 2016

Grundy, Virginia
 Remote Area Medical Clinic Group Leader October 2015
Grundy, Virginia

Westhampton Womens Junior Club 2010- 2014

Richmond, Virginia
MOMS Next 2010- 2011
Richmond, Virginia
Gayton Baptist Church Childrens Ministry 2005-present
Richmond, Virginia
United States Tennis Association Mid-Atlantic Section USA League Board 2005
Fairfax, Virginia
Bon Secours System Community Speaker 2003-2008
Bon Secours
Richmond, Virginia
Professional Development Activities (selected activities since 1999)
Campus Insight April 2017
Orlando, Florida
American Association of Colleges of Nursing BSN Conference November
Washington D.C 2016

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Instructional Leadership Network October 2016

Pre-Conference
Washington D.C.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Fall Deans Conference October 2016

Washington D.C.

Foundations of Catholic Healthcare Ministries November

Williamsburg, VA 2015

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Fall Deans Conference October 2015

Washington D.C.

Managing Faculty September

San Diego, CA 2015

Sigma Theta Tau International Research Conference July 2015

San Juan, Puerto Rico

NACADA Region 2 Conference March 2015

Richmond, VA

American Association of Colleges of Nursing BSN Conference November

New Orleans, LA 2014
American Association of Colleges of Nursing Fall Deans Conference October 2014
Washington D.C.

Introduction to Bon Secours Health System September

Marriottsville, MD 2014

Leadership for Academic Nursing (LANP), American Association of Colleges of July 2014
Nursing (AACN)
Annapolis, MD

Bon Secours Virginia Leader Day April 2014

Hampton, VA

American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Instructional Leadership Pre- November

Conference 2013
New Orleans, LA
American Association of Colleges of Nursing BSN Conference November
New Orleans, LA 2013
American Association of Colleges of Nursing Fall Deans Conference October 2013
Washington D.C.
Bon Secours Virginia Leader Day October 2013
Hampton, VA
AACN-AONE Academic Practice Partnership Meeting April 2013
Chicago, IL
Bon Secours Virginia Leader Day April 2013
Hampton, VA
American Association of Colleges of Nursing BSN Conference November
San Antonio, TX 2012
American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Executive Development Series November
San Antonio, TX 2012
Bon Secours Facilitative Leadership July 2012
Richmond, VA
Progression in Nursing: Virginia Plan May 2012
Richmond, VA
Pharmacology Update May 2012
Richmond, VA
Bon Secours New Leadership Orientation and Great Start Program January-
Richmond, VA October 2011
Nurse Leadership Institute September
Richmond, VA 2010-
May 2011
Writing for Publication December
Richmond, VA 2010
Respiratory Therapy and Nursing Integration in the Clinical Setting May 2010
Richmond, VA
Barkley Nurse Practitioner Review Course May 2010
Richmond, VA
Conference: National League of Nursing, Annual Summit September
Philadelphia, PA 2009
Conference: International Nurse Educator Conference of the Rockies July 2009
Breckenridge, Colorado
Conference: Bon Secours Nursing Excellence Symposium May 2009
Richmond, Virginia
Workshop: Assembly of Hospital Schools of Nursing Annual Conference April 2009
Richmond, Virginia
National League of Nursing Leadership Conference January 2008
Orlando, Florida
Workshop: Teaching & Transitioning the Nursing Student in the Age of April 2009
Entitlement
ASHON, Richmond, Virginia
Workshop: Assembly of Hospital Schools of Nursing Annual Conference April 2008
Chesapeake, Virginia
Conference: International Nurse Educator Conference of the Rockies July 2007
Breckenridge, Colorado

Conference: Assembly of Hospital Schools of Nursing Annual Conference: April 2006

Recapturing the Spirit of Teaching
Richmond, Virginia
Conference: Assembly of Hospital Schools of Nursing Annual Conference: How April 2005
to Survive (Thrive) As a Nurse Educator
Chesapeake, Virginia
Conference: Legal Issues in Nursing Education December
National League for Nursing 2003
Richmond, Virginia
Conference: Innovations in Healthcare 3 October 2003
Co-sponsors: Southside Regional Medical Center and Bon Secours Memorial
School of Nursing
Richmond, Virginia
Workshop: Third Annual Faculty Development Institute June 2003
Sponsored by the National League for Nursing
Villanova University, Pennsylvania
Conference: American Association of Nurse Practitioners Annual National July 2001
Conference (Contact hours: 39)
Orlando, Florida
Conference: Nurse Practitioners: Bringing Healthcare into the New Millennium April 2001
Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners Annual Conference (ANCC Contact
hours: 19)
Williamsburg, Virginia
Conference: Cardioquest 2000: Revolutionizing Ischemic Vascular Disease May 2000
Management
Richmond, Virginia
Conference: Unique Opportunities in the Nursing Profession: Nurse May 2000
Entrepreneur
Richmond, Virginia
Conference: Management of Angina in the Outpatient Setting February
Richmond, Virginia 2000
Conference: Region 3 Clinical and Practice Update for Nurse Practitioners November
(AANP Contact Hours: 10.5) 1999
Baltimore, MD