Cheryl McKenna

• Co-wrote the BSN Program
• Developed and delivered curriculum for undergraduate courses in Fundamentals of Nursing (Developed Learning Simulation on Medication Administration), Obstetrical Nursing (Co-developed Learning Simulations covering High-Risk illnesses, including PIH, PP Hemorrhage), Pathophysiology, Pediatric Nursing (Developed Learning Simulations covering Acute gasteroenteritis, Asthma, Communicable Disease Precautions/Isolation Procedures (adapted simulation to generically encompass all nursing courses)), Pharmacology.
• Mentored students in clinical, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Collaborated with colleagues to enhance departmental programs and initiatives.
• Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and improve learning outcomes.
• Served on university committees to develop strategic plans for academic growth.
• Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
• Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
• Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
• Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
• Increased academic achievement by providing one-on-one mentoring and support to struggling students.
• Revised course objectives, course materials, instructional and assessment strategies for multiple courses.
• Proctored exams and provided remediation for learning improvement goals.
• Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
• Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for nursing curriculum.
• Secured grant funding to support innovative research projects involving faculty members and students with the department of nursing.

• Developed and implemented innovative nursing curricula to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Evaluated student performance through assessments, ensuring alignment with clinical competencies and industry standards.
• Collaborated with healthcare organizations to develop internship opportunities that integrate theory with practical experience for students.
• Mentored nursing students, fostering critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills for future practice.
• Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on advancements in nursing education and practice, incorporating new knowledge into course design and delivery.
• Improved student comprehension by incorporating evidence-based teaching methods in nursing courses.
• Evaluated program outcomes using data-driven approaches to inform continuous improvements in course content, delivery, and assessment strategies.
• Promoted student success by providing individualized feedback on assignments, exams, and clinical performance evaluations.
• Contributed to departmental goals by participating in academic committees, sharing expertise in nursing education and practice.
• Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
• Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate students on topics such as pharmacology, mental health nursing and community health care practices.
• Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.

4.0 GPA

• Graduated with honors