Choosing the right Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) program is a significant step in advancing your nursing career. The faculty within these programs are the cornerstone of your education, providing the expertise and guidance necessary to excel in this demanding and rewarding field. Our distinguished faculty are dedicated to fostering a learning environment that champions your academic and professional growth, bringing a wealth of real-world nurse practitioner experience directly into the classroom. They are committed to equipping you with the advanced knowledge and specialized skills critical for success in pediatric critical care.
Sean Convoy
DNP, PMHNP-BC
Associate Professor
Kathleen Turner
DNP, RN
Associate Professor
Casey Brown
DNP, RN, AGPCNP-BC, AOCNP
Assistant Professor
Stephanie Ibemere
PhD, RN
Assistant Professor
Karin Reuter-Rice
PhD, CPNP-AC, FCCM, FAAN
Associate Professor
Within our Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Programs, you will learn from faculty who are not only educators but also active practitioners and leaders in the field. This ensures that the curriculum is not only theoretically sound but also grounded in the realities of contemporary pediatric critical care. Our faculty are dedicated to mentoring the next generation of PNP-ACs, fostering an environment of inquiry, critical thinking, and compassionate patient care.
Desi Newberry
DNP, NNP-BC
Associate Professor
Allison Stafford
PhD, RN
Assistant Professor
Kara McGee
DMS, MSPH, PA-C, AAHIVS
Associate Professor
Ragan Johnson
DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, FAANP
Associate Professor
Jamison (Jamie) Lord
DNP, MSN, RNC, PMHNP-BC
Assistant Professor
Our faculty’s commitment extends beyond the classroom. They are actively involved in research, clinical practice, and professional organizations, ensuring they are at the forefront of advancements in pediatric critical care. This dedication to excellence is directly transferred to our Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner programs, enriching your learning experience and preparing you to be a leader in your field.
Michael Zychowicz
DNP, ANP, ONP, FAAN, FAANP, FNAON
Professor
Cristina Hendrix
DNS, GNP-BC, FNP, FAAN
Associate Professor
Jennie De Gagne
PhD, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CNE, ANEF, FAAN
Professor
Mitchell Knisely
PhD, RN-BC, ACNS-BC, FAAN
Associate Professor
Elaine Kauschinger
PhD, ARNP, FNP-BC, FAANP
Assistant Professor
Choosing a Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner program means investing in your future. Selecting a program with dedicated and experienced faculty is paramount to ensuring you receive the highest quality education and are fully prepared to meet the challenges and rewards of this vital nursing specialty. Our faculty are committed to your success, providing the mentorship and resources you need to become an exceptional Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner.
Kathryn Kreider
DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP
Professor
Kais Gadhoumi
PhD
Assistant Professor
Mary Lou Affronti
DNP, MHSc, RN, ANP, FAAN
Professor
Brandon Knettel
PhD
Assistant Professor
Sophia Smith
PhD, MSW, FAOSW
Associate Professor
Alison Edie
DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP
Associate Professor
Amie Koch
DNP, FNP-C, RN, ACHPN
Associate Professor
Lisa Lewis
EdD, MSN, RN, CNE
Associate Professor
Marissa Abram
PhD, PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP, FIAAN
Assistant Professor
Michelle Webb
DNP, RN, CHPCA
Assistant Professor
Margaret (Peggy) Bush
PhD, MBA, RPh
Professor
Debra (Debbie) Travers
PhD, MSN, RN, FAEN, FAMIA
Associate Consulting Professor
Kathryn Trotter
DNP, CNM, FNP-C, CHSE, FAANP, FAAN
Associate Professor
Ryan Shaw
PhD, RN, FAAN
Associate Professor
Maryellen Kelly
DNP, CPNP, MHSc
Assistant Professor
Tonia Poteat
PhD, MPH, PA-C, AAHIVS, DFAAPA
Professor
Marilyn Oermann
PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN
Thelma M. Ingles Distinguished Professor of Nursing
Jacquelyn McMillian-Bohler
PhD, CNM, CNE
Assistant Professor
Staci Reynolds
PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNRN, CPHQ, FAAN
Professor
Margaret (Midge) Bowers
DNP, FNP-BC,CHSE, FAANP, FAAN, FACC
Professor
Malinda Teague
DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC/PC
Assistant Professor
Devon Noonan
PhD, MPH, FNP-BC, CARN, FAAN
Associate Professor
Carolina Tennyson
DNP, ACNP-BC, AACC
Assistant Professor
Thomas Blodgett
PhD, RN, AGACNP-BC
Assistant Professor
Shari Rushton
DNP, MS, RN, CCM, CNE
Associate Professor
Benjamin Smallheer
PhD, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, CCRN, CNE, FAANP
Associate Professor
Blanca Iris Padilla
PhD, MBA, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP
Associate Professor
AnnMarie Walton
PhD, RN, MPH, OCN, CHES, FAAN
Term Chair for the Dorothy L. Powell Professorship, Associate Professor
Rémi Hueckel
DNP, CPNP-AC, CHSE, FAANP
Associate Professor
Anne Derouin
DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHS, FAANP, ANEF
Professor
Tara Albrecht
PhD, ACNP-BC, ACHPN, RN
Associate Professor
Michael Cary
PhD, RN
Associate Professor
Deirdre Thornlow
PhD, RN, CPHQ, CNE
Associate Professor
Valerie Sabol
PhD, MBA, ACNP, GNP, CHSE, CNE, ANEF, FAANP, FAAN
Professor
Christina Leonard
APRN, DNP, FNP-C, CNL
Assistant Professor
Schenita Randolph
PhD, MPH, RN
Associate Professor
To further explore the expertise within our faculty and learn more about how they contribute to our Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner programs, we encourage you to Learn More About Our Faculty.
