Kristen Oakley, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN, CNEcl
Biography
Professor Oakley serves as an assistant professor in the undergraduate nursing program. Mrs. Oakley has a background in medical-surgical nursing and nursing professional development. She has a passion for bedside patient care and enjoys the opportunity to educate students on both the art and science of nursing practice in the clinical and classroom settings. Mrs. Oakley currently resides in Lynchburg, VA with her husband and their three children.
Professional Memberships
- Sigma Theta Tau International
- Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
- Association for Nursing Professional Development
- National League for Nursing
Courses Taught
- NURS 115: Pathophysiology
- NURS 021: Fundamentals in Nursing Clinical
- NURS 031: Strategies in Adult Health Care I Clinical
- NURS 032: Strategies in Adult Health Care II Clinical
Research Interests
- Clinical Education
- Curriculum Development
- Professional Development in Nursing
- Nursing Student Transition to Practice
- Teaching Strategies and Student Learning