Education
- Diploma in Nursing, Bronson Methodist Hospital School of Nursing, 1972
- BS, Health Sciences, Western Michigan University, 1986 (Cum Laude)
- MSN, Adult Health, Grand Valley State University, 1989 (Magna cum Laude)
- Doctoral study, Wayne State University, 1991-1996
- Doctoral study, Michigan State University, 1997-2000
Professional Experience
- Calvin College Department of Nursing, Associate Professor, 2002 - present
- Hope-Calvin Department of Nursing, Associate Professor, 1989-2003
- Butterworth Hospital, Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse, Critical Care, 1981-1989
- Blodgett School of Nursing, Faculty, 1974-1980
- Blodgett Hospital, Staff Nurse, Medical & Critical Care, 1972-1974
Specialty Areas
- Cardiovascular Nursing, Critical Care
Academic Interests
- Families of persons experiencing chronic cardiac disease
- Self-care of cardiovascular patients
- Nursing education
Professional Services
- Board Member, Christian Rest Home (Chair, Personnel Committee)
- Elder, Grace Christian Reformed Church
- Parish Nurse, Grace Christian Reformed Church
Professional Associations
- American Society on Aging
- -- Kappa Epsilon Chapter-at-Large
- Phi Kappa Phi
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 1982-1985
- Michigan Nursing Diagnosis Association, Program Chair, 1992-1993
- Hope-Calvin Honor Society, Faculty Advisor, 1994-1996
- Grand Valley State University Alumni Board, 1994-1995
Awards
Grants:
- "Types, Extent & Effect of Spiritual Care for Residents at the End-of-Life in Continuum of Care Facilities." Fetzer Foundation, grant pending (2002-2003).
- "Client's Perceived Adequacy of Education related to Fears and Adjustments following Myocardial Infarction." American Heart Association, 1988.
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