Kathleen Boreale
Mountainside
Summary
Experienced nurse educator and academic administrator with over 30 years in hospital-based nursing, nursing education, and academic leadership. As Dean of a School of Nursing and Health Services, directs curriculum design, faculty development, and program outcomes. Previously led staff development for over 120 ICU and telemetry nurses and managed a hospital nursing certification program. Holds a PhD in Nursing with expertise in regulatory compliance and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean & Associate Professor
Caldwell University, School of Nursing and Health Services
Caldwell, NJ
07.2024 - Current
- Direct academic and administrative operations for School of Nursing and Health Services, ensuring program quality and faculty development.
- Manage comprehensive budget planning processes to ensure financial stability and support operational efficiency across various academic and revenue-generating departments.
- Direct efforts to enhance accreditation curriculum and establish strategic academic-practice partnerships.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for departmental initiatives at school and university levels.
- Facilitate program assessment initiatives to ensure alignment with accreditation standards and desired outcomes.
Associate Dean & Assistant Professor
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed nursing administration team in executing strategic initiatives aligned with departmental mission and achieving targeted results.
- Implemented strategic initiatives aimed at improving academic offerings and advancing faculty professional growth.
- Partnered with diverse teams to develop and implement strategies aimed at improving student engagement and retention.
- Supervised curriculum design and implementation, ensuring compliance with institutional goals and adherence to accreditation standards.
Assistant Dean & Assistant Professor
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted in driving departmental leadership initiatives and optimizing program outcomes as an assistant administrator.
- Developed and implemented strategies aimed at improving student engagement and retention rates.
- Designed and instituted academic policies and procedures aimed at streamlining operations.
- Organized and led faculty development workshops to strengthen collaborative practices and professional growth among academic staff.
Assistant Professor / Instructor
Caldwell University
09.2016 - 08.2022
- Led the development and delivery of didactic and clinical courses across baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs. Oversaw clinical course implementation to improve student achievement. Designed and introduced new curriculum frameworks for undergraduate and graduate studies.
- Guided pre-licensure students through practice transition by assessing engagement in quality improvement activities and adherence to Magnet principles.
- Created and established comprehensive curriculum for undergraduate courses to enhance educational quality and compliance with academic standards.
- Supported junior faculty through mentorship, focusing on the advancement of pedagogical skills and teaching effectiveness.
- Conducted research to contribute to academic publications and advance knowledge in the field of expertise.
Nurse Practitioner
Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group
01.2012 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive direct care to inpatient and outpatient epilepsy patients and families.
- Design and implemented educational programs for patients and healthcare providers, ensuring alignment with nursing and allied health continuing education standards.
- Engage in clinical research initiatives, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance study effectiveness.
- Provide comprehensive patient assessments to formulate individualized care plans for effective epilepsy management.
- Engaged with neurologists and healthcare teams to improve treatment protocols and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on seizure management techniques to foster empowerment and compliance.
Nursing Certification Coordinator
Morristown Medical Center
05.2011 - 06.2012
- Spearheaded hospital-wide nursing certification program, enhancing certification rates among staff nurses across all nursing units.
- Cultivated and maintained strategic partnerships with sponsors while managing program budget and obtaining necessary grant funding.
- Championed initiatives that secured awards for emergency department, showcasing nursing excellence.
Assistant Professor
Kean University, School of Nursing
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Designed and implemented didactic and clinical courses for RN-BSN program, emphasizing leadership and quality improvement principles.
- Coordinated logistics for clinical courses to enhance operational efficiency.
- Designed and executed innovative curricula for nursing programs, fostering enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated mentorship programs to support academic growth and professional development for junior faculty and students in the school of nursing.
Nurse Practitioner
Private Practice, Pain & Palliative Care; Minute Clinic; Summit Pain Management & Palliative Care
01.1999 - 01.2012
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to develop tailored management plans for optimal pain and symptom control.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based protocols aimed at improving patient outcomes in pain and symptom management.
- Facilitated training sessions for nursing staff focused on pain management techniques and patient education methodologies.
- Assessed and optimized medication regimens to enhance patient outcomes and minimize side effects.
- Created comprehensive resources for patients and families to facilitate effective pain and symptom management and access to available support.
- Administered and supervised pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment plans to address underlying conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Collaborated with diverse healthcare professionals to discuss patient cases and develop effective treatment strategies.
- Provided comprehensive care across the lifespan in multiple settings to promote health, disease prevention, and quality of life in various health settings.
Faculty Associate / Instructor
Seton Hall University, College of Nursing
09.2005 - 05.2010
- Developed and instructed nursing curriculum for undergraduate and graduate programs, advising a diverse cohort of more than 180 students.
- Delivered engaging lectures to nursing students, fostering comprehension of complex healthcare concepts.
- Formulated and applied creative instructional methods aimed at improving student engagement and academic performance.
- Collaborated with faculty to create educational resources aligned with curriculum requirements and institutional goals.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Union Hospital
01.1996 - 12.1998
- Directed staff development initiatives and nursing orientation for 120 nurses in ICU, ED, and telemetry units to enhance onboarding experience.
- Led initiatives focused on evidence-based practices and quality improvements, promoting a culture dedicated to continuous enhancement of patient care services.
- Implemented triage certification training across St. Barnabas Healthcare System facilities to enhance patient assessment skills and ensure uniformity in triage practices.
Registered Nurse
Overlook Hospital
01.1990 - 01.2007
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in critical care, medical-surgical ICU, and emergency department environments.
- Delivered medications and treatments in alignment with established protocols to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Conducted continuous assessment of vital signs to ensure accurate documentation of patient condition changes.
- Coordinated efforts with interdisciplinary teams to create and enhance comprehensive care strategies tailored to patient needs.
- Delivered comprehensive guidance to patients and families to enhance understanding of health management and post-discharge care.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure patient needs were prioritized, resulting in timely interventions and effective care delivery.
- Performed regular assessments to monitor patient condition changes and ensure timely interventions.
Education
PhD in Nursing -
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
01-2020
Post-Master's Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
Monmouth University
01-2001
Post-Master's Certificate - Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
New York University
01-2000
Master of Science - Critical Care Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
01-1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lynchburg College
01-1990
Skills
- Leadership Development
- Accreditation Standards
- Curriculum leadership
- Regulatory Compliance
- Accreditation Leadership
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Team development
- Quality & Peer Review Integration
Certification
- Registered Nurse & Nurse Practitioner — NJ, NY (active)
- Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse (ACHPN), NBCHPN — 2003–Present
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), ANCC — 2001–Present
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), AACN — 1994–2020
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
- Full publication and presentation list available upon request. Recent selections:
- Doctoral dissertation, Rutgers University (2020): parental experience caring for children with drug-resistant epilepsy.
- Book chapter on communication, in Conversations in Palliative Care, 4th ed. (HPNA, 2017).
- Multiple peer-reviewed presentations at American Epilepsy Society annual meetings (2015, 2018).
SELECTED LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
- Journal of Pediatric Nursing — Peer Reviewer (2020–Present)
- American Association of Neuroscience Nurses — Education Provider Committee; Abstract Reviewer (2016–2022)
- New Jersey State Nurses Association — Chair, Nominations & Elections Committee (2017–2018); Chair-elect (2016–2017)
- American Epilepsy Society — Co-Chair, Nursing SIG (2016–2018)
- Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association — Awards Selection Committee; Abstract Reviewer (2016–2018)
Timeline
Dean & Associate Professor
Caldwell University, School of Nursing and Health Services
07.2024 - Current
Associate Dean & Assistant Professor
Caldwell University
08.2023 - 07.2024
Assistant Dean & Assistant Professor
Caldwell University
08.2022 - 08.2023
Assistant Professor / Instructor
Caldwell University
09.2016 - 08.2022
Nurse Practitioner
Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group
01.2012 - Current
Nursing Certification Coordinator
Morristown Medical Center
05.2011 - 06.2012
Assistant Professor
Kean University, School of Nursing
09.2010 - 06.2012
Faculty Associate / Instructor
Seton Hall University, College of Nursing
09.2005 - 05.2010
Nurse Practitioner
Private Practice, Pain & Palliative Care; Minute Clinic; Summit Pain Management & Palliative Care
01.1999 - 01.2012
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Union Hospital
01.1996 - 12.1998
Registered Nurse
Overlook Hospital
01.1990 - 01.2007
Post-Master's Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
Monmouth University
Post-Master's Certificate - Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
New York University
Master of Science - Critical Care Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lynchburg College
PhD in Nursing -
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey