Reginald T. Brown

Doctorally-prepared nurse educator, U.S. military veteran, and academic consultant with over 22 years of diverse experience spanning critical care, healthcare leadership, and higher education. Committed to student success, I specialize in empowering pre-licensure and novice nursing students through inclusive, competency-based, and learner-centered instruction. My approach integrates simulation-based education, constructivist and andragogical frameworks, and strategic curriculum design to foster clinical judgment, engagement, and resilience. Proven track record of enhancing academic outcomes, mentoring faculty, and aligning nursing education with professional standards in both traditional and hybrid learning environments. Known for creating high-impact learning experiences that support Rasmussen University’s mission to prepare career-ready nurses for today’s evolving healthcare landscape.

• Master's Certificate in Healthcare Leadership, Cornell University, 2015
• Florida/Multi-State Nursing License, RN9335154
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Certification, American Association of Critical Care Nurse (AACN), Alumnus
• Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Application (AHLTA)
• Composite Health Care System (CHCS)
• Global Decision Support System (GDSS/GDS2)
• US Transportation Command Regulating and Command & Control Evacuation System (TRAC2ES)
• Defense Healthcare Management System (DHMS)
• Logistical Medical Application (LogMed)
• Theater Management Data System (TMDS)
• Theater Medical Information Program-Joint (TMIP-J)
• Defense Medical Human Resource System internet (DHMRSi)
• Department of Defense Automated Time Attendance and Production System (ATAAPS)
• Medical Readiness Decision Support System (MRDSS)

• Designed and implemented large-scale disaster simulations for nursing students, integrating HICS, SALT triage, and real-time scenario management.
• Built and delivered the V.I.S.I.O.N. Coaching Program™, an original mentorship framework supporting early-career nurses in resilience, purpose, and professional growth.
• Led interagency planning missions with NATO and DoD, developing forward-deployed medical capabilities in hostile environments.
• Partnered with NASA to provide contingency medical support for STS missions, including recovery planning and airframe logistics in multinational settings.
• Elevated educational programs by embedding adult learning theory, simulation strategies, and inclusive pedagogy into curricula across diverse institutions.

• Ramstein Air Base Coordinator, Invictus Game, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, 2018
• Medical Director, Special Olympics, Kaiserslautern, Germany, 2016
• Medical Director, Relay for Life, Kaiserslautern, Germany, 2015
• Nurse Assistant Training Program Manager, Red Cross, Landstuhl, Germany, 2013

• Summit Architect and Program Manager for the 2017 European Air Operations Center Commanders Summit, Germany, Gathered European Air Partner’s and Air Operations Center Commander’s together to discuss current and future concerns.
• Presenter, Heavy Airlift Wing (HAW) Strategic Planning Conference, Papa Air Base, Hungry, 2016, Discussed the US AE system support capabilities.
• Project Architect, Afghanistan Medical Transport Symposium, Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, 2014, Identified essential pre-hospital/pre-surgery actions required for poly-trauma patient transport success.
• Presenter, War and Disaster Medicine Conference, Estonian Association of Military Doctors and Nurses, Tartu, Estonia, 2014, Presented, Damage Control Surgery in the Disaster Environment.
• Program Manager, Tactical Combat Casualty Care Program Manager, Africa, 2013, Provided training to African and British medical personnel.
• Organizer, Joint Exercise Gremlin Victory, Ramstein Air Base and Landstuhl, Germany, 2013, Trained US Army medics in pre-hospital, pre-flight medical care, and rotor-wing operations.

• Contingency Wartime Planners Course, Maxwell AFB; Montgomery, AL, 2016
• Air Command and Staff College (Non-resident), Maxwell AFB; Montgomery, AL, 2016
• Joint Medical Operations Course (JMOC)(Basic), Falls Church, VA, 2016
• Joint Medical Planning Tool (JMPT) Course, Falls Church, VA, 2016
• Air and Space Operations Center Air Mobility (Initial Qual), Hurlburt Field, FL, 2015
• SOF Multidiscipline Training Course, Crawfordsville, AL, 2013
• USAFSOS, Mission Commanders Course, Hurlburt Field, FL, 2013
• USAFSOS Introduction to Special Operations Medicine Course, Hurlburt Field, FL, 2013
• Advanced Critical Care Air Transport Team Course (w/TCCET), University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, 2013
• AFSOC Air Commando Medic Course, Crawfordsville, AL, 2012
• AFSOC Casualty Evacuation Course, Hurlburt Field, FL, 2012
• AFSOC Special Operations Course, Hurlburt Field, FL, 2012
• Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) – Level C Course, Fort Rucker, AL, 2012
• Expeditionary Medical Support Course, San Antonio, TX, 2010
• Squadron Officer School, Maxwell AFB; Montgomery, AL, 2009
• Expeditionary Medical Support Basic Course, San Antonio, TX, 2008
• Level B Med Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape Training Course, San Antonio, TX, 2007
• Flight Nurse Course, San Antonio, TX, 2007
• CCATT Advanced Course, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, 2006
• Critical Care Air Transport Team Course, San Antonio, TX, 2005
• Air and Space Basic Course, Maxwell AFB; Montgomery, AL, 2004
• Officer Training School, Maxwell AFB; Montgomery, AL, 2003

• Veteran healthcare leader with global operational experience in prehospital, critical care transport, and aeromedical evacuation across joint military environments. Successfully transported civilian, DoD, and NATO patients in combat and permissive environments across the Middle East (Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria), sub-Saharan Africa (Mali, Mauritania), Europe, and the U.S.
• Strategic medical planner for NATO operations; developed and executed plans to deploy specialized medical teams into high-threat regions and matched patients to appropriate airframes, extending the reach of medical support to all DoD assets in theater.
• NASA medical mission support specialist for Space Shuttle recovery efforts (STS-125, 126, 127); partnered with international teams in Istres, France, and Zaragoza, Spain to create C-130 airframe load plans, medical support logistics, and contingency routes for astronaut recovery.
• Developer of immersive simulation-based learning experiences aligned with QSEN, AACN Essentials, and NCLEX-RN preparation, enhancing critical thinking, clinical judgment, and learner engagement.
• Thought leader in nurse coaching and mentorship, guiding new graduate RNs and early-career clinicians through professional identity formation, stress management, and resilience-building practices.
• Experienced disaster simulation and event planner, specializing in Hospital Incident Command System (HICS), mass casualty triage, and scenario-based learning for nursing students and faculty.

• Meritorious Service Medal (4x) – Recognized for exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in healthcare operations and education.
• Air Medal – Awarded for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight under combat conditions.
• Air Force Commendation Medal (5x) – Honored for sustained acts of heroism, meritorious service, and outstanding achievement.
• Air Force Achievement Medal – Recognized for outstanding performance and dedication beyond normal expectations.
• Navy Achievement Medal – Awarded for exemplary performance while serving in joint operational environments.
• Combat Readiness Medal – Recognized for sustained individual readiness in combat or mission-ready status.
• National Defense Service Medal – Awarded for honorable active service during designated periods of national emergency.
• Kosovo Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal – Recognized for direct support of military operations in designated conflict zones.
• Air & Space Campaign Medal – Awarded for direct support of significant operations involving U.S. space or air assets.
• NATO Medal – Honored for international service under NATO-led missions.
• Quarterly and Annual Awards Winner – Multiple-time recipient of unit- and command-level recognition for excellence in leadership, education, and mission performance.