CRISCELLE S. COSTEA
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic nursing educator, excelling in curriculum development and student engagement. Adept at clinical supervision and fostering professional growth, I have successfully mentored faculty and enhanced program effectiveness, ensuring high standards in nursing education and training. Passionate about empowering future healthcare leaders.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Chamberlain University
Charlotte, North Carolina
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered lectures and seminars in Capstone, Fundamentals, Pharmacology, and Leadership & Management.
- Supervised clinical practice, ensuring adherence to safety and ethical standards, enhancing student competence.
- Facilitated student engagement through interactive discussions, fostering critical thinking and collaborative learning.
- Evaluated student performance with diverse assessment tools and methods.
- Advised students on academic pathways and professional development strategies.
- Mentored junior faculty on effective teaching methodologies, improving instructional quality and faculty development.
- Participated in faculty meetings to drive program improvement initiatives.
- Fostered an inclusive environment promoting diversity among faculty across all academic ranks.
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Advocate Health
Charlotte, NC
12.2024 - Current
- Created comprehensive training materials to enhance knowledge and skills of healthcare staff across departments.
- Led skill-enhancement workshops for clinical and administrative teams to improve competencies and collaboration.
- Collaborated with experts to design employee educational programs.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through participant feedback and assessments.
- Implemented modern learning technologies for remote training initiatives.
- Coordinated onboarding sessions to streamline integration of new hires into the health system.
- Researched industry trends to maintain current and relevant training programs.
- Shared best practices in professional development with colleagues.
Nursing Program Coordinator/Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Southeastern College
Charlotte, NC
01.2024 - Current
- Program coordination and curriculum oversight.
- Taught all PN courses ensuring curricular consistency, including Medical-Surgical, Pharmacology, Maternity, Mental Health, Fundamentals, Pediatrics and End of Program NCLEX review course
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Supported faculty in curriculum development and resource allocation to enhance course effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented program activities according to established goals and objectives.
- Coordinated student communications through emails, newsletters, and social media to foster engagement and information sharing.
- Identified and proposed improvements to streamline processes and enhance program efficiency.
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Concordia University
Irvine, California
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Facilitated hands-on training that enabled participants to master new nursing skills.
- Teamed with colleagues to improve program effectiveness and delivery methods.
- Assessed participant progress and delivered regular, constructive feedback to support growth.
Clinical Nurse Educator / PTAP Site Coordinator
Providence St. Jude Medical Center
Fullerton, California
05.2020 - 12.2024
- Guided PTAP-accredited nurse residency, ensuring high standards of excellence in nurse training.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to assess and optimize educational resources.
- Conducted patient care training sessions following best practices and procedures.
- Developed comprehensive staff training materials, including manuals and presentations, to support ongoing education.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through systematic feedback and assessments.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical skills and patient management techniques.
- Facilitated workshops to promote nursing staff's professional development and enhance clinical skills.
- Ensured educational content compliance with regulatory standards.
Assistant Program Director
Stanbridge University
Irvine, California
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with professionals to define program curriculum and establish measurable goals.
- Contributed to program evaluations, providing actionable insights that enhanced educational offerings.
- Developed strategies to optimize resource utilization, enhancing overall program efficiency.
- Managed administrative tasks and addressed student inquiries, facilitating support for faculty needs.
- Facilitated communication among students, faculty, and administration to enhance collaboration.
- Maintained comprehensive records for compliance with accreditation standards.
Campus Associate Dean / Assistant Program Director
West Coast University
Ontario, California
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Led development of academic programs and curriculum enhancement initiatives.
- Oversaw compliance with accreditation standards and institutional policies.
- Managed student affairs, addressing academic concerns to enhance student satisfaction and success.
- Coordinated faculty recruitment and professional development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration among academic departments.
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions with administrative teams.
- Analyzed data on retention rates to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Created reports summarizing data analysis findings, providing insights that informed decision-making for senior leadership.
Skills Lab Manager
West Coast University
Ontario, California
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed daily laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Supervised laboratory staff and coordinated comprehensive training for new hires.
- Developed standard operating procedures to enhance consistency across laboratory processes.
- Oversaw inventory management and procurement of essential laboratory supplies and equipment to support uninterrupted lab functions.
- Monitored equipment maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication to streamline workflows within the laboratory.
- Conducted assessments of lab procedures to identify improvement opportunities in efficiency and effectiveness.
- Produced skills validation video with team, achieving over three million YouTube views.
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
West Coast University
Ontario, California
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and clinical examinations, ensuring readiness for clinical practice.
- Mentored nursing students to develop critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
- Guided students in practical patient care techniques, fostering competency in best practices.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance teaching methodologies and educational resources, improving overall course effectiveness.
- Designed lesson plans, assignments, and exams tailored to student needs.
- Provided constructive feedback on clinical competencies and professional behavior.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nursing Education
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL02.2026
MSN - Nursing Education
University of Texas at Arlington
BSN -
University of Texas at Arlington
ADN -
Rio Hondo College
Skills
- Nursing education
- Clinical supervision
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Program coordination
- Professional development
Teaching Experience - Courses Taught
- Capstone
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Pharmacology
- Leadership & Management
- Skills Lab & Clinical Practicum
Clinical Education And Professional Development
- Clinical Nurse Educator / PTAP Site Coordinator, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, 01/01/20, Current, Leads PTAP-accredited nurse residency with distinction.
- Nursing Professional Development Specialist, Advocate Health
Scholarly Interests
- Nursing education
- Curriculum development
- Nurse residency programs
- Faculty development
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN)
Academic Program Leadership
- Nursing Program Coordinator, Practical Nursing Program, Southeastern College, Current, Program coordination and curriculum oversight., Taught all PN courses ensuring curricular consistency.
- Assistant Program Director, BSN Program, Stanbridge University, 01/01/23, 01/01/24
- Campus Associate Dean / Assistant Program Director, BSN, West Coast University, 01/01/22, 01/01/23
Academic Appointments
- Assistant Professor of Nursing, Chamberlain University, Current, Teaches Capstone, Fundamentals, Pharmacology, and Leadership & Management., Facilitates clinical judgment development aligned with AACN Essentials and NCLEX.
- Adjunct Nursing Instructor, Concordia University, 01/01/23, Current
Timeline
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Chamberlain University
09.2025 - Current
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Advocate Health
12.2024 - Current
Nursing Program Coordinator/Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Southeastern College
01.2024 - Current
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Concordia University
01.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant Program Director
Stanbridge University
11.2023 - 05.2024
Campus Associate Dean / Assistant Program Director
West Coast University
07.2022 - 10.2023
Skills Lab Manager
West Coast University
10.2020 - 07.2022
Clinical Nurse Educator / PTAP Site Coordinator
Providence St. Jude Medical Center
05.2020 - 12.2024
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
West Coast University
05.2018 - 10.2020
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nursing Education
Chamberlain University
MSN - Nursing Education
University of Texas at Arlington
BSN -
University of Texas at Arlington
ADN -
Rio Hondo College