Brittany Reece Norman
Lewisville,United States
Summary
Nursing educator with extensive experience, specializing in simulation design and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated success in curriculum development and faculty training, leading to improved clinical judgment evaluation. Skilled in data analysis and quality improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance and excellence in nursing education.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Simulation Faculty
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, North Carolina
01.2024 - Current
- Design, implement, and evaluate high-fidelity, standardized patient, and virtual simulations across BSN and graduate nursing programs.
- Collaborate with faculty to integrate leadership, quality improvement, and systems-based practice into simulation-based learning.
- Coordinate simulation scheduling, Standardized Patient (SP) management, and use of simulation software systems (SimCapture, OMS, LLEAP, EHR Tutor).
- Provide faculty and student training on simulation technologies, evaluation rubrics, and debriefing methods aligned with the Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM).
- Lead data collection and analysis through Qualtrics surveys to guide continuous improvement in simulation and curriculum alignment.
- Support interprofessional education (IPE) through collaboration with social work, paramedic, and public health programs.
Full-Time Faculty, ADN & LPN-RN Programs
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
12.2022 - 12.2024
- Piloted the first LPN-to-RN Bridge cohort, developing curriculum and simulation-based assessment strategies aligned with ATI and QSEN competencies.
- Provided didactic, lab, and clinical instruction for courses including NUR 114, NUR 211, NUR 213, and NUR 214.
- Integrated the Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) framework and case-based reasoning to enhance clinical judgment.
- Assisted in CNEA accreditation preparation and program evaluation.
- Served as Faculty Advisor for the Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society and member of the Evaluation Committee.
Nurse Aide Faculty & Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Davidson-Davie Community College
Thomasville, North Carolina
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Taught Nurse Aide I curriculum, clinicals, and labs for high school and ADN students.
- Developed interactive lessons and online learning modules using Canvas and iSpring Suite.
- Ensured compliance with NC DHSR requirements and managed clinical clearance documentation through Complio and Clinical Exchange.
- Elected Faculty Senate Member for the Health Sciences Department (2022).
Nurse Consultant (Surveyor)
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Raleigh, North Carolina
11.2016 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: Division of Health Service Regulation
- Conducted federal and state regulatory surveys for skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities to ensure compliance with CMS standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate quality, staffing, and patient outcomes.
- Obtained Federal SMQT Certification following completion of CMS surveyor training.
- Developed corrective action plans and education initiatives to improve long-term care operations and patient safety.
- Division of Health Service Regulation
CCU/CT Surgery/Trauma ICU RN
Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital
Greensboro, NC
08.2014 - 11.2016
- Delivered care for critically ill patients requiring advanced hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and post-surgical stabilization.
- Precepted new nurses and collaborated with the ICU Academy to mentor graduate RNs.
- Participated in the CAUTI prevention research initiative, contributing to policy improvements in critical care infection control.
RN Supervisor & Staff Development Coordinator
Homestead Hills Retirement Community
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Oversaw nursing operations and conducted staff development programs focused on documentation, care quality, and regulatory readiness.
- Improved clinical documentation accuracy, leading to higher compliance and reimbursement performance.
Telemetry & Pre-Cardiac Procedure RN
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Winston-Salem, NC
06.2013 - 08.2014
- Provided cardiac monitoring, patient prep for diagnostic and interventional procedures, and served as charge nurse.
- Conducted ECGs and applied heart monitoring devices for inpatient and outpatient cardiac evaluations.
- Organized the Heart & Stroke Walk Annual Charity Golf Tournament, supporting cardiac research fundraising efforts.
Cardiology Technician
Wake Forest Baptist Health
Winston-Salem, NC
02.2010 - 06.2013
- Developed excellent patient relations skills in a fast-paced atmosphere
- Performed ECGs and applied several types of heart monitoring devices ordered for inpatient and outpatient heart monitoring
- Continued my education, and expanded my skill set of ECG editing to include pacemaker readings via telephone monitoring devices
- Organized and coordinated two Annual Charity Golf Tournaments for the Heart and Stroke Walk
Pro-Shop Assistant Manager
Silo Run Golf Course
Boonville, North Carolina
08.2008 - 02.2010
- Formulated innovative marketing strategies that enhanced pro-shop sales.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of financial documents for diverse accounts.
- Leveraged auditing skills to identify fraud, preventing potential company losses.
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries at the golf course shop.
- Managed inventory, restocking merchandise, and organizing displays effectively.
- Provided information on golf course services, events, and memberships to visitors.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC12.2014
Associate Degree - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC05.2013
High School Diploma - Honors
Forbush High School
East Bend, NC05.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality & Tourism Management
Appalachian State University
Boone, NCSkills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Simulation design
- Standardized patient management
- Simulation software proficiency
- Curriculum development
- Clinical judgment evaluation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Quality improvement processes
- Program accreditation readiness
- Classroom management
- Data analysis and reporting
- Effective communication
- Student assessment strategies
- Faculty training coordination
- Critical thinking application
- Leadership development
- Training & Development
- Microsoft office
- Adobe Photoshop
- Email management
- Data analysis
- Task prioritization
- Social perceptiveness
- Calm under pressure
- Networking
- Flexible and adaptable
- Quality assurance
- Attention to detail
- Public speaking
- Troubleshooting
Professional Interests
- Healthcare Leadership & Operations Management
- Simulation-Based Learning & Faculty Development
- Quality & Safety in Healthcare Systems
- Interprofessional Education & Collaboration
- Curriculum Innovation and Online Teaching Excellence
Credentials
- MSN
- RN
- ACUE Certified
License
North Carolina RN License, #261190, Compact License – NC
Academic And Professional Service
- Board Member, North Carolina Associate Degree Nursing Council – Alpha Delta Nu, 2024-Present
- Faculty Advisor, Alpha Delta Nu Honor Society, 2023-Present
- Committee Member, Forsyth Tech CNEA Accreditation Evaluation Committee, 2023-2024
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, 2023-Present
- Member, North Carolina Nurses Association & American Nurses Association
- Mentor, ICU Academy – Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, 2014-2016
- Volunteer, Food Bank of Winston-Salem & Storehouse for Jesus
Certifications And Credentials
- Registered Nurse, North Carolina, #261190
- ACUE Certification in Effective College Instruction, 2024
- ATI Champion, 2023
- NGN Navigator, 2023
- PAC Certified Trainer for Dementia Care, 2022
- LVAD Certified Care Provider, 2013-Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS)
- Simulation Faculty Certification, Applying the New Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice to Technology-Enhanced Learning, ATI Academy, 05/24
Affiliations
- Facilitate and guide student tours of SCENE facilities during all events for admissions, clubs, and high school student outreach programs at UNCG (2024-Present)
- Member of the Competency Based Evaluation Committee at UNCG (2024-Present)
- North Carolina Associate Degree Nursing Council – Board Member for Alpha Delta Nu (2024-2025)
- Forsyth Tech Community College – Member of the Evaluation Committee for CNEA Accreditation (2023-2024)
- Forsyth Tech Community College – Alpha Delta Nu Faculty Advisor for Nursing Honor Society (2023-2024)
- Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society Member (2023-Present)
- Davidson Davie Community College – Elected Faculty Senate Member 2022 for Department of Health Sciences
- Active member of the North Carolina Nursing Association and American Nurses Association
- Mentored and trained new graduate RN’s in the ICU Academy at Moses Cone for each clinical rotation starting in 2014
- Was selected by SICU Director to educate and mentor all student nurses from various colleges during their clinical rotations
- Joined the CAUTI organization with Cone Health in 2014 to assist with research initiatives that analyzed collected data and improved patient outcomes by developing policies to help prevent urinary tract infections in critical care units
- Quality Council Representative & Auditor for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center (2013-2014)
- Initiated and Organized the 2010/11 Heart and Stroke Walk Annual Golf Tournament for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
- Served as the Vice President of our 2013 graduating class at Forsyth Technical Community College
- Member of the Student Nurse Association (2011-2013)
- Volunteered 20 Hours at The Food Bank in Winston-Salem NC (May 2013)
- Volunteered 30 Hours at The Storehouse for Jesus in Mocksville, NC (September 2014)
Timeline
Simulation Faculty
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
01.2024 - Current
Full-Time Faculty, ADN & LPN-RN Programs
Forsyth Technical Community College
12.2022 - 12.2024
Nurse Aide Faculty & Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Davidson-Davie Community College
10.2020 - 10.2022
Nurse Consultant (Surveyor)
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
11.2016 - 09.2020
RN Supervisor & Staff Development Coordinator
Homestead Hills Retirement Community
05.2016 - 09.2016
CCU/CT Surgery/Trauma ICU RN
Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital
08.2014 - 11.2016
Telemetry & Pre-Cardiac Procedure RN
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
06.2013 - 08.2014
Cardiology Technician
Wake Forest Baptist Health
02.2010 - 06.2013
Pro-Shop Assistant Manager
Silo Run Golf Course
08.2008 - 02.2010
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
High School Diploma - Honors
Forbush High School
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality & Tourism Management
Appalachian State University