MARY LOU CULLEN
MARSHFIELD HILLS,MA
Summary
Accomplished Nurse Educator with expertise in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation. Passionate about motivating and encouraging nursing students and nursing staff to think critically in their practice. Excellent ability to deliver engaging and informative webinars. Strong communication skills to effectively convey information and recommendations. Expertise in building and maintaining quality relationships with colleagues, patients and interdisciplinary teams. In-depth knowledge of ATI products, serving as a Champion. Innovative thinker with creative problem-solving abilities. Strong analytical skills to provide valuable insights for decision-making. Excellent organizational skills to manage and prioritize tasks. Attention to detail with thoroughness and accuracy. Proficient in current technology, MS Office, and webinar platforms. Willingness to travel and adapt to various client needs and schedules. Dedicated staff nurse with more than 30 years of experience caring for patients in the Cardiac Surgical ICU.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Dean, Pre-Licensure Nursing
REGIS COLLEGE
Weston, MA
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated faculty recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and promotion processes
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures related to academic matters
- Reviewed and evaluated college curricula, programs, and courses
- Provided guidance on student-related issues such as admissions, registration, discipline, records maintenance, and graduation requirements
- Advocated for resources to support student success initiatives
- Served as a liaison between faculty and administration
- Participated in departmental meetings to discuss budgeting needs and other administrative concerns
- Collaborated with deans from other departments to ensure proper implementation of university standards across all disciplines
- Analyzed data related to retention rates, enrollment trends, course offerings, curriculum changes., in order to identify areas for improvement or growth opportunities
- Conducted periodic audits of departmental budgets to ensure compliance with established financial guidelines and regulations set forth by governing bodies at local, state, federal levels
- Organized workshops focused on topics such as teaching strategies or best practices related to assessment methods used within higher education settings
- Developed programs and initiatives to increase student enrollment and promote retention
- Prepared reports using academic or institutional data and information
- Advised students on course selection, progress toward graduation and career decisions.
Director, Clinical Resource & Simulation Center
REGIS COLLEGE
Weston, MA
01.2019 - Current
- Responsibilities include: program, schedule, and course management, hiring and managing of adjunct lab faculty, budget oversight, technology purchasing and managing, collaborating with other Directors in the School of Nursing in planning and organizing community events highlighting the Simulation lab
- Created annual budget and developed comprehensive plan to accomplish the College's objectives while staying within budget
- Mentors students and new faculty
- Supported weekly nursing lab sessions, contributing to student engagement, comprehension and learning objectives
- Manages 10-year $350,000 grant
- Mitigated costs while collaborating with vendors to manage inventory items.
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
Boston, MA
01.1985 - Current
- Provide care for post-op cardiac surgical patients including heart transplants, bypass, valves, and aortic aneurysm repairs
- Proficient in management of CVVH, IABP, ECMO, VAD's, advanced hemodynamic monitoring
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
Assistant Professor
RICHARD AND SHELIA YOUNG SCHOOL OF NURSING, REGIS COLLEGE
Weston, MA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the Nursing Resource Center
- Identify and procure print, online and simulation materials
- Coordinate faculty led tutoring for all clinical pre-licensure students
- Develop a peer mentoring program
- Assist the Director of the Clinical Resource and Simulation Center in collecting and submission of data for Cummings Foundation Annual Report
- Supervise a graduate assistant and assist an outside evaluator to help measure the impact and efficacy of the Center
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations, including visual, aural and social learning modalities.
Assistant Professor, Lecturer, Clinical Nurse Specialist
RICHARD AND SHELIA YOUNG SCHOOL OF NURSING, REGIS COLLEGE
Weston, MA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations, including visual, aural and social learning modalities.
Adjunct Faculty
RICHARD AND SHELIA YOUNG SCHOOL OF NURSING, REGIS COLLEGE
Weston, MA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Assisted in planning, pre-briefing, implementing, debriefing simulations, and evaluating students
- Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion
- Evaluated and selected instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention
- Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
RICHARD AND SHELIA YOUNG SCHOOL OF NURSING, REGIS COLLEGE
Weston, MA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations
- Coordinated with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Created training materials and implemented instructional strategies to track student progress, ascertain skills and development and perform staff assessments.
Education
DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE -
Regis College
01.2020
MASTERS OF SCIENCE: NURSING-CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST -
Regis College
01.2015
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE: NURSING -
Northeastern University
01.1992
ASSOCIATE DEGREE: NURSING -
Quincy College
01.1989
Skills
- Policy compliance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Technology-Based Curriculum
- Student Progress Reporting
- Budgeting
- Adult Education
- Staff Development
- Lecturing
- Curriculum Development
- Project Management
- Project Coordination
- Content Development
- Academic plan development
- Academic advising
- Faculty Collaboration
Certification
- Massachusetts Registered Nurse License
- Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (ACCNS-AG)
- Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
- Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE)
- ACLS/BLS Instructor
Accomplishments
- Glynn, D., Cook, M., Cullen, M., Landers, E. (2021). Transition to pandemic: Reality shock and role development for the novice nurse. Accepted for publication. Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
- Developing Critical Care Skills: Simulation is the Solution” poster, lead author accepted INACSL conference June 2018
- Community Nursing Simulation Day: Addressing Contemporary Issues in the Simulation Lab” poster, co-author' accepted at MARILN conference April 2018
- Development of a peer mentoring program in a cardiac surgical ICU” poster, lead author, accepted Discover Brigham Day, Brigham and Women's Hospital, November 2018
- Ebola: Development of an educational program for healthcare workers in a Boston hospital” podium presentation, Greater Boston Chapter of AACN/Regis College April 2015
- Living with a VAD: Quality of Life Outcomes” poster accepted Discover Brigham Day, Brigham and Women's Hospital, November 2014.
Committeeinvolvement
- President- (2020-2022) Pi Epsilon-At-Large Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society
- Vice President- (2018-2020) Pi Epsilon-At-Large Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society
- Leadership Committee Chair (2016=2018) Pi Epsilon-At- Large Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society
- Board Member (2018-2020) Massachusetts/Rhode Island League of Nursing (MARILN)
- Nurse Practice Committee Chairperson CSICU (2017-2021)
- Nurse Practice Committee Member CSICU (2015-2017)
- Research & Innovation Committee Member (2017 – 2020)
Activities
- Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society (STTI) Pi Epsilon-At-Large Chapter of STTI
- International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL)
- Massachusetts/Rhode Island League of Nursing (MARILN)
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
Timeline
Associate Dean, Pre-Licensure Nursing
REGIS COLLEGE
01.2023 - Current
Director, Clinical Resource & Simulation Center
REGIS COLLEGE
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Professor, Lecturer, Clinical Nurse Specialist
RICHARD AND SHELIA YOUNG SCHOOL OF NURSING, REGIS COLLEGE
01.2017 - 01.2018
Assistant Professor
RICHARD AND SHELIA YOUNG SCHOOL OF NURSING, REGIS COLLEGE
01.2016 - 01.2019
Adjunct Faculty
RICHARD AND SHELIA YOUNG SCHOOL OF NURSING, REGIS COLLEGE
01.2014 - 01.2016
Clinical Nursing Instructor
RICHARD AND SHELIA YOUNG SCHOOL OF NURSING, REGIS COLLEGE
01.2013 - 01.2014
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
01.1985 - Current
DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE -
Regis College
MASTERS OF SCIENCE: NURSING-CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST -
Regis College
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE: NURSING -
Northeastern University
ASSOCIATE DEGREE: NURSING -
Quincy College
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