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8 Editor Art Director Associate Editor FALL 2019 Provo, UT84602-5544 500 KMBL Brigham Young University College ofNursing Miller, Newhall,CA. Pittsburg, CA;andMadeline Worth, TX;JessicaDaynes, the Cougar:SofiaAyala, Fort enjoy visitingwithCosmo Three nursingstudents ON THECOVER 18 17 16 ALUMNI NEWS 24 23 22 19 14 12 COLLEGE NEWS Alum Perspective In Memoriam Alumni Updates Faculty Achievements Contribution totheDiscipline Research Faculty Spotlight DAISY Recognition Mentored Learning 20 [email protected] nursing.byu.edu 801-422-4143 The Alumni Association at FOR NEARLY TWO DECADES, organization focused on helping alumni 20 Years the alumni association of the College of connect with students, alumni to con- Nursing at Brigham Young University has nect with each other, and [it] enlarges supported students as they graduate, the spirit of the Y through community An find jobs, and advance in their careers. efforts. If you are not aware of what the Through the years, the organization sup- association offers, you may be missing ported the college’s 50- and 60-year opportunities to mentor, reflect on, and celebrations, sponsored endowment support the programs of the college.” Organization’s fundraisers, saw dozens of faculty start Each year, the College Alumni Board employment or retire, and welcomed over sponsors 10 events for your participa- 2,000 additional members to its group. tion—both on campus and throughout “The alumni association is more than the nation—and several other methods Impact for you to become involved with students individuals raising money for the college,” says dean and professor Dr. Patricia and other nursing graduates. Ravert (AS ’74, BS ’75, MS ’94). “It is an

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2 BYU COLLEGE OF NURSING 3 Unique Events nity to learn about a variety of careers, ask WOMEN’S CONFERENCE ALUMNI ANNUAL NIGHT OF NURSING. This is professionals about their jobs, and know LUNCHEON. If you are attending BYU Like a broadcast watch party in your commu- what they need to do to reach their career Women’s Conference next year, make nity. One night each year, BYU College goals. For those living near campus, this sure to stop by on April 30 for a free of Nursing alumni meet together in small is a great way to connect with students. lunch! We will be on the northwest patio groups across the nation to reminisce, There is no cost for alumni to participate, of the Kimball Tower (enter from the or network, and have fun. This is perhaps but space is limited. To attend, RSVP to outside staircase or through room 130 the best way to connect with the college [email protected]. KMBL) and will offer food from 11:45 because we come to your community. a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A guest is welcome to Share. In 2020, we will gather on Thursday, SEMIANNUAL SPEED “NURSEWORK- attend with you. Attendees will receive a February 27. Large parties on campus, in ING” LUNCHEON. This luncheon, which unique college promotional item and can the Salt Lake Valley, and on the campus of occurs on campus in October and February, tour the Mary Jane Rawlinson Geertsen BYU–Idaho will connect via video confer- allows alumni to share their career insights Nursing Learning Center. Even if you ence with participating sites nationwide. with senior nursing students. The format are not attending the conference, please ALUMNI SERVICE PROJECT. On the Social Media Through a videoconference connec- is similar to speed dating, with students come and enjoy our company. To partici- Saturday of BYU Homecoming Week tion, locations can see other gath- changing tables each course of the meal pate, show up—no RSVP needed! (October 19 in 2019), alumni, faculty, Channels erings and participants. For those to meet more people. There is no fee for and students gather annually to assemble “The College of Nursing realizes its in person, alumni can meet peo- alumni to participate, but space is limited. WESTERN INSTITUTE OF NURSING materials for different kits. Each spring alumni are located through the nation term, senior nursing students distribute ple from their area for support To attend, RSVP to [email protected]. CONFERENCE RECEPTION. Each year, and world and attending events on cam- and career opportunities. “While dozens of college faculty and nursing these kits during their clinical practicum pus may not be an option,” says Ravert. each gathering varies, all focus on GRADUATE PROGRAM REUNION. students attend the Western Institute of sections of the public and global health “However, one thing that every graduate eating, socializing, remembering The second annual graduate program Nursing (WIN) Annual Conference. As nursing course. Kits are for newborns, can do regularly is read, like, share, and campus life, and having fun,” says reunion is November 12, 2019. This event part of the event, the college connects personal hygiene, dental care, first aid, offer comments to the content published Ravert. “The purpose of the activity is is for all nursing alumni completing the with local alumni in the conference city and home cleaning. The college appreci- by the college on its social channels.” to network and learn of individuals living master’s program and their families. The and invites them to enjoy an evening ates the financial gifts and donated items Here are some channels the college near you as a means for career support, evening will offer the opportunity for nurse with visiting College of Nursing faculty, received for this project. For more infor- utilizes: professional advice, or just friendship. I practitioners and nursing administrators to including Dean Patty Ravert, and other mation on assembling kits or donating encourage you to find a location near you connect with peers, receive updates from BYU nursing alumni. A free dinner is materials, email [email protected]. BLOG. For the past five years, the college and come be part of the next nationwide the college, and enjoy a free meal (along part of the gathering. The event next year has shared almost daily stories to promote posts. The page is BYU College of Nurs- broadcast parties.” with structured activities available for is on April 16 in Portland, Oregon. To THE MAGIC YARN PROJECT WIG the accomplishments of faculty, students, ing, and it can be found at facebook.com/ No event in your city? Offer to host! The children under 10 years of age). To attend, attend, RSVP to [email protected]. WORKSHOP. Each March, the College alumni, and its program on the Learning BYUNursing. college will help you plan and organize RSVP to [email protected]. of Nursing hosts a wig workshop for the the Healer’s Art blog. These posts range your event including sending you a kit with Magic Yarn Project that allows individu- from faith-promoting articles to stories of INSTAGRAM. Alumni often reflect on door prizes, invitations, and signage. als to craft soft and whimsical yarn wigs success and inspiration. The best way to let their time in simulation labs, clinicals, For next year’s parties, the college is for children battling cancer. All supplies others know you are proud of your alma and campus life. “Because you are inter- partnering with BYU–I nursing to invite are ready for assembly in the main ball- mater is to share their achievements with ested, we want to share how the nurs- their alumni in your community. “It will Become Involved. room of the Wilkinson Student Center your peers, friends, and family online. The ing program has evolved, and, at times, You may (next year on March 21). Bring your blog is found at byunursing.wordpress. how college learning hasn’t changed at be exciting to have both groups come together as they share the same values, family and friends and help the univer- com with stories linked on Facebook. all. With younger alumni following the profession, and sponsoring organization sity reach an annual goal of making 500 college, Instagram continues to be our of their university.” be missing wigs. The nonprofit organization was FACEBOOK. The College of Nursing fastest-growing network,” says Ravert. cofounded by alumna Holly Willardson Facebook page began in 2012 as a way For others just finding this network, SEMIANNUAL ALUMNI CAREER Christensen (’06) and was inspired by to connect with alumni, donors, and follow us for college photos on the offi- NIGHT. This luncheon, which occurs on opportunities Rachel G. Mecham (’06), whose daughter friends of the college. Posts include fac- cial account and tag us, @BYUNursing, campus in September and January, allows was the recipient of the first wig. ulty scholarly works projects, student in your shots to be featured. We can also alumni to share their career knowledge success, and ways alumni are succeeding like and share your materials if you use with early-program nursing students. in their careers. Followers to our page the hashtag #BYUNursing. “While the nursing program provides to be a mentor can add comments to posted material as extensive curriculum, it is not able to a way to answer questions, recall memo- LINKEDIN. Another great network- cover every career possible, and there are ries, or add value to the discussion. The ing resource available to both students several unique options out there,” says or lend your college also creates event pages on Face- and alumni is LinkedIn. There are over Ravert, “topics such as , book for the activities listed above and 252,800 people on the site who list BYU , nurse advocacy, or review- includes details for those planning to as their alma mater, which makes it a ing the advantages of advanced degrees.” attend. Remember to tag @BYUNursing great place to make connections and The event offers students the opportu- support. in your campus- and university-related establish relationships.

4 LEARNING THE HEALER’S ART | FALL 2019 BYU COLLEGE OF NURSING 5 “In terms of LinkedIn, you are not seeking likes, comments, or shares,” says Ravert. “Instead, the system gives alumni a place to connect and find people of University-Sponsored The alumni association is similar interest.” Because of its design, individuals can Opportunities about more than raising money. only connect with those in their network. BYU CONNECT. The university recently relaunched BYU Con- However, those who list BYU on their pro- nect, a platform to facilitate professional mentoring and network- file can associate with other BYU alumni Pay it ing opportunities within the BYU community. It allows students because of the affiliation. Their profiles can and alumni to connect (for career advice, job/relocation ques- Our be viewed by selecting Brigham Young tions, or even lunch appointments) and also allows alumni to University as the school in your profile. forward. build and maintain relationships with fellow alumni. Also, the college sponsors a LinkedIn “I see this tool as a way for an alum to find and reach out to Focus group called BYU Nursing Alumni and other alumni in beneficial ways,” says Ravert. “For example, an Students, which allows participants to alum may ask someone in Chicago the best place to live, or an Connect alumni with students have valuable discussions and meaningful individual moving to California may review a hospital with a (mentoring, clinicals, employment opportunities, pay-it-forward gifts) interactions with group members. Additional College- classmate from the area before accepting a new position there.” Being connected for good not only means staying connected to YOUTUBE CHANNEL. Find videos of Sponsored Opportunities the BYU community long term but also means being built upon Connect alumni to each other alumni events, profiles, program updates, the foundation of doing good. Create a free account and start (networking, career professional development, social activities, community) PAY-IT-FORWARD SCHOLARSHIPS. To pay it forward means and all things college-related. The channel that instead of paying the college or donor back for a received participating today at connect.byu.edu. contains materials produced by the col- scholarship, you contribute to the college for someone else. Enlarge the spirit of the Y lege media team, and it can be found at “Some alumni think they need to make a sizeable gift to make BYU RISE. Share your story. RISE is a program designed to illus- (awards, program recognition, service projects, college magazine) youtube.com/BYUNursing. a difference to the college,” says Ravert. “The sum of many small trate what alumni are currently doing in their lives. Whether you donations adds up and can combine to support students, faculty are raising a family, working as a professional, or leading a facility projects, and college programs in noticeable ways.” team, RISE allows you to tell your story. This is a great way for Ravert also suggests that when you pay it forward three things alumni to reconnect with their roots and show how BYU influ- happen: you change the circumstances of someone else for the enced and prepared them for success in their current responsi- better, you inspire generosity and compassion in others, and you bilities. Anyone can submit an entry to RISE through the BYU ing the Healer’s Art, “[Bush] brought college celebrate its 60th anniversary consider others’ needs. Alumni website alumni3.byu.edu/watch4cougars. ALUMNI CHAIRS back the pinning ceremony, where stu- in 2012, as well as establish a luncheon “At times, we think about our own needs without considering “Most nurses are humble or feel that they have not completed dents received their BYU nursing pin in for alumni attending BYU Women’s how our behavior affects others,” says Ravert. “Ultimately, the anything grand with their career,” says Ravert. “Remember, when a formal dinner ceremony. She recruited Conference. 2000–04 Carol Ann Bush person paying it forward grows as much as the person receiving you share an informative or inspirational narrative, you are not important members of the community Under the leadership of Jean M. Big- 2005 Roger B. Buxton the act of kindness. You may be the answer to a prayer or save boasting—you are letting others know how your degree has made and raised the visibility and stature of elow (AS ’80, BS ’82), the association another person’s life without even realizing it.” a difference. This helps promote the college, its faculty, and our 2006 Mary Ann Last Young the college.” collected donations for the clinical pract- You may make a contribution of any amount at give.byu.edu/ program.” The second board president was Roger icum for the public and global health 2007–08 JoAnne Price Edwards nursing. There, you may choose if your gift is used toward stu- B. Buxton (AS ’76, BS ’79). Marshall also nursing course, organized a day of ser- 2009–12 Jane Callahan Coats dents receiving scholarships (annual fund), being involved in states, “[Buxton] valiantly served while vice that coincides with homecoming, international clinical practicums (public and global health), or 2013–17 Jean M. Bigelow pursuing a doctoral degree in medical and expanded to offer its creative Night learning from a faculty member outside of class through a schol- 2018–19 Curtis C. Newman informatics and battling a diagnosis of of Nursing and speed luncheon events; arly works project (mentored learning). cancer. He challenged nursing graduates the college also broadened its reach to Tell others to give back to the College of Nursing.” alumni by doubling the number of maga- OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER. The college is always seek- IN 2000, THE UNIVERSITY FORMALIZED Buxton, 66, lost his battle and died in zine issues per year and sharing regular ing volunteers to serve on its alumni board, during campus con- how your the organization of its alumni board with June 2006. spotlights on social media channels. ferences, and at alumni events. If you would like to get involved members who specifically represented Mary Ann Last Young (AS ’74, BS ’77) Besides leading the board, Curtis in one of these ways, please contact [email protected]. degree has each college on campus. Dean Elaine followed, and she invited alumna and C. Newman (AS ’83) also supports the Marshall also took the opportunity to former member of the Relief Society college as an adjunct professor for the formally organize a College of Nursing General Board Mary Ellen Edmunds (BS Finland section of the clinical practicum Alumni Board. The founding president, ’62) to lend her name to the first major for the public and global health nursing made a Carol Ann Bush (BS ’65), gave count- endowment for the college. course. less hours to organizing the board, JoAnne Price Edwards (AS ’75) and All have led impressive boards who developing its mission and values, and Jane Callahan Coats (AS ’78) followed have donated thousands of hours to the promoting supportive relationships as capable leaders of the Alumni Board, service and support of the College of difference. with students and faculty. According including finding full funding for the Nursing. to Dean Marshall’s history book Learn- Edmunds endowment. Coats helped the

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Night of A Tradition Nursing of Fun “The best part was purely the chance to talk and share our varied experiences in By Quincey Taylor career, educational, and family paths. It is so insightful to see how others use their degrees and how they balance life after their degree.” HUNDREDS OF NURSING ALUMNI. FORTY DETROIT, —Emily Dougall, Chesterfield, MI many different locations celebrating, this ing alumni across the nation to partici- MI LOCATIONS. ONE NIGHT TO REMEMBER. year’s gatherings was the largest collective pate in their community. This unique March 7, 2019, was the College of Nurs- college-sponsored alumni event to date. collaboration will strengthen both alumni ing’s sixth annual Night of Nursing at One attendee sharing feedback on a groups as they share the same values, pro- Brigham Young University. This event post-event survey said, “We liked seeing fession, and sponsoring organization of Thanks to her employer, which pro- took place on campus but was broadcast those from far away cities. We saw others their universities. Hosts Make Night of vided some supplies, Dougall’s hosting to locations across the country, connect- around the country that we know or went Nursing Come Alive skills excelled as the refreshments for ing nursing alumni through a night of fun, to school with. Thank you for this event One expansion for the Night of Nursing Hosts offered to make Night of Nursing the party resembled a medical clinic lab. laughter, prizes, and inspiring messages. to keep us connected!” Another alum broadcast watch parties in 2020 is to happen in their hometown, wherever that There was apple juice in specimen cups The idea for this event was sparked wrote, “I loved being able to connect to include nursing alumni and friends of the may be. These hosts, who were not paid (urine collection), marshmallows (cotton to help nursing alumni throughout the so many locations and see classmates in university from BYU–Idaho! or compensated, opened their homes to balls), licorice ropes (blood vessels), cups nation stay connected to the college while other areas!” fellow nurses and BYU alumni out of the of candy (morning meds), and home- also learning of other nursing individu- Plan to join a party next year on Febru- goodness of their hearts. made brownies. als in their communities for support and ary 27, 2020. The broadcast will feature Emily Dougall (BS ’05, MS ’12) of She says, “There were five of us—three more networking opportunities. Dr. Sandra Rogers (BS ’74), former col- Chesterfield, Michigan, was the gracious BYU alumna with myself, Jennifer W. The evening focused on recruited hosts lege dean and current international vice host for the Detroit, Michigan area. She Maruri (BS ’00), and Annette J. Dahl (BS inviting nursing alumni and friends to president at Brigham Young University; was inspired to get involved after see- ’05), and two additional nursing friends their home; many sites joined a confer- she is also chair of the BYU Women’s ing pictures of Night of Nursing in other we know from the area. We had a great ence call to learn about current college Conference. Her message of humor, deep locations in 2018. She says, “After seeing night and plan to make it happen again happenings. Through the video broadcast, insights, and a powerful testimony will friends and fellow BYU alumni post pho- next year. The best part was purely the each location can hear a positive message, only be available to those participating tos to Facebook last year of their Night of chance to talk and share our varied expe- see other participants, and reminisce in a broadcast watch party. Nursing, I’ll admit I had a little Facebook riences in career, educational, and family about university experiences. The mes- The college is also partnering with envy. I felt left out. I decided I wanted to paths. It is so insightful to see how others sage originated on campus and featured BYU–Idaho Nursing to invite their nurs- a message from Dean Patricia Ravert. make it happen for my area the following use their degrees and how they balance Four hundred and thirty-four BYU year, even though I knew we’d be a very life after their degree. If you are wonder- alumni, nursing alumni, and friends small gathering.” After making the prepa- ing whether you should attend or not, do of the College of Nursing at Brigham rations and using the hosting kit provided it! Never miss a chance to connect with by the college, Dougall had great success. someone new.” Young University came together to cre- “We liked seeing those from faraway cities . . . ate friendships. With participants at so that we know or went to school with. Thank you for this event to keep us connected!” LIVE LIVE

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Nurses empathize with each other Another host shared how her guests different situations and needs as well as lege sends postcard invitations to alumni Healer’s art. The evening is also a great concerning the various experiences that opened up to each other and connected. just enjoy the feeling of being in a group in the area informing them of the party way to share your BYU pride.” they have in their line of work. By coming She says, “I invited nursing students, and where you have an instant connection details (time, location, host, etc.). Hosts appreciate together, nurses strengthen one another it lifted everyone. My guests ended up and common interests.” By finding these Every host is sent a hosting kit, or You Are Not Alone the party-in-a-box: and show that each is not alone. Heidi sharing testimonies. It was moving.” Even connections, nurses can find the best party-in-a-box, to make the experience W. Schaber (BS ’05), the host for the though this host did not originally plan opportunities for their careers. memorable. Included in the kit are BYU There are nurses wherever you go, The materials and information you need Spokane, Washington, gathering, says, “I to have a testimony meeting, the Spirit She believes the best part of Night of swag and prizes, games, balloons, a list of and many times, a friend is out there to be successful are provided! (door prizes, think nursing is a unique profession and was felt by all who attended, and she was Nursing was visiting and getting to know BYU nursing alumni invited to the loca- waiting to make a connection. Scha- raffle tickets, host guide, printed materials one where we can make quick bonds with grateful for the event’s flexibility. other great nurses in her community. tion, and extra invites. Simmons says her ber says, “There were more nursing for participants, etc.) other nurses who have the same love of Corrine B. Nelson, a BYU Family, “Personally, my favorite part is hearing favorite part of the hosting kit was the alumni close by than we realized.” service and caring for others.” Home, and Social Sciences graduate everyone’s story of what they have done recipe for BYU mint brownies. Making Night of Nursing will be continued as • BYU swag; free stuff with a BYU logo is Holly B. Simmons, a BYU Humanities hosted the event for the Dallas, Texas, in nursing and life since they graduated. this dessert brings a little bit of BYU into a tradition of fun, bringing strangers always welcome alumna from Arlington, Virginia, was area. She went above and beyond by serv- They have worked in a variety of areas the event, regardless of where you are. together and making friends who oth- • BYU mint brownie recipe, a reminder of the host for a Washington, DC, gather- ing dinner while guests shared memories and had different ways of balancing nurs- “As hosts, party-in-a-box makes us feel erwise might not have met. being on campus ing. She believes it is important for nurses of their time at BYU. Each attendee felt ing with the rest of life.” supported by BYU—we certainly feel unity The next Night of Nursing is Thurs- • Fun party games (with participant hand- to have the chance to meet and says, “It that she cared for and appreciated them, and the spirit of the Y,” Simmons relates. day, February 27, 2020. There are two outs included) helps to find other nurses who under- even though she did not study nursing College Support These gatherings, regardless of the number ways to participate: Host. Let us know • Signage and balloons to make decorat- stand the stress; they provide advice and while in school. of attendees, can bring the spirit of the Y if you are willing to host an event in ing a cinch. support to each other.” It was impact- Networking is another reason Night of To help make the process as seamless into the lives of BYU alumni in your area. your community by emailing nurs- ful to meet with other BYU alumni and Nursing is so helpful to nursing alumni. as possible, the College of Nursing staff Schaber says, “Hosting a Night of [email protected]. Attend. In February The extra invites are great to send out to share thoughts about their university Tammy B. Rampton (BS ’05), the host helps hosts in any way they can. Assis- Nursing broadcast watch party is very 2020, visit nightofnursing.com to view nurses in the area who are not BYU grads experiences. She says, “One of our nurses of the Boise, Idaho, gathering, says, “In tance for advertising as well as potential easy. It is a fun activity that gives you location details. but are interested in networking. shared several stories about his BYU pro- talking with one another, we were all able activities is given to all volunteers. satisfaction and helps you remember the Hosts may use the event to support fessors and what they meant to him.” to share job opportunities and ideas for Once a location is determined, the col- Each host is given the liberty to cus- their community, as an opportunity for tomize their gathering of how they youth in the community to learn about choose. Hosts are encouraged to be cre- nursing as a career, as a university alumni ative and celebrate nursing in different LIVE chapter activity, or as a service project to ways. Simmons used Night of Nursing as support youth programs or collect refugee an opportunity to teach stake youth about LIVE materials. the BYU nursing program. Opportuni- REXBURG, ties like this can be especially impactful ID to young people who are still thinking about who they want to become. “In talking with one another, we were all able to share job BOISE, opportunities and ideas for different situations and needs.” WASHINGTON, ID —Tammy B. Rampton, Boise, ID 10 DC 11 Mentored Learning The team’s research focused on orga- nizational learning in healthcare systems. Hammond describes organizational learning as “a process of positive change in an organization’s collective knowledge, Another Step Towards Lifelong Service cognition, and actions, which enhances the organization’s ability to achieve its By Corbin Smith desired outcomes.” Dr. Lyman and his team have been “This experience [with mentored learn- health background, more specific health- “This experience has taught trailblazers in researching how to apply ing] has taught me how rich an educa- care may be provided which can allow for organizational learning in a healthcare tional experience can become simply the detection and prevention of disease me how rich an educational setting. This lack of information has by looking beyond the classroom!” says and sickness for individuals.” experience can become allowed the team to lay the groundwork sixth-semester student Sarah Rushton. That was her motivation for the long so that others can further study how to “During the rest of my time at BYU, I research process. To complete the project, simply by looking beyond use this concept to achieve better patient intend to continue to create meaningful the students worked numerous hours to the classroom!” ­ outcomes in the hospital. relationships with professors and look conduct over 100 interviews and analyze The group wanted to share their proj- sarah rushton to explore different aspects of nursing.” the data. Together they reviewed their — ect with others, so they submitted three Rushton is one of several nursing stu- findings and obtained approval to share proposals for poster presentations at the dents working on nearly three dozen the results as a podium presentation for a podium in front of a room full of strang- WIN Conference. All were accepted and scholarly works projects currently being the Western Institute of Nursing (WIN) ers and spoke about their project with Ray, provided opportunities for the students offered as part of the college’s mentored- annual conference last April. its data, and its implications for nursing. to talk directly with session participants learning initiative. For Rogers, this opportunity to work They did not use notes, read from their about their results. Poster topics included One of the aims of a BYU education is closely with Ray has been indispens- digital slides, or even stammer for sci- organizational learning during a sig- to inspire students to lead a life of learn- able. “Through Ray’s mentorship I have entific answers during the Q&A session. JEFF PEERY (3) nificant hospital transition, instrument ing and service. To help achieve this gained confidence and know that I can Many of the conference attendees were development for developmental stages Dr. Bret Lyman (bottom left) mentors many students. With college inspiring learning funds, vision, students work with nursing pro- tackle hard projects, whether that be in surprised to find that Rogers and Rushton of organizational learning, and instru- Lyman took four students and three posters to a professional nursing conference in California. fessors as part of Brigham Young Univer- the nursing world, like starting my first were not PhD or master’s candidates, but ment development for contextual factors Pictured with him are Kylie Thorum and Emily Hammond. Also, (top left) is Kalene Ethington and Maggie Gunn sity’s mentored-learning initiative, which job, or in my personal life,” she says. undergraduate students being mentored. of organizational learning. (See a video encourages students to participate in This experience in the lives of Rog- When asked about the profession- featuring students during the WIN Con- extensive hands-on learning with faculty ers and Rushton was one that helped alism of the presentation, Ray says, ference at nursing.byu.edu.) research or other projects that contribute them look beyond the classroom to the “My research assistants had to acquire While the research was underway, the college professors have such strong ence and skills. Because of the guidance to the discipline. innumerable ways they can serve others knowledge and expertise in subject areas Hammond quickly learned the power passions and interests, and working with they received, many of them want to do For the past school year, Rushton, as nurses. Thanks to their time working beyond classroom options. This required of working in a team. “My favorite part them outside of class gives you a chance research on their own in the future and along with recent graduate Camry A. with Ray, both have gained experience them to present findings naturally and of doing research was coming together to get to know them better,” she says. follow their passions. Undoubtedly, each Rogers (BS ’19), worked with associate that will allow them to live lives of service to be able to discuss their research out- after we had gone through the hard work Thirteen students attended the WIN student is now more prepared to fulfill teaching professor Gaye Ray (AS ’81) in more easily. “She has encouraged me to comes with interdisciplinary educators of reading through articles,” she says. “I Conference. They presented 12 post- the four basic aims of BYU, especially her study of family health history. They one day inspire others as she has inspired and healthcare professionals, among the learned how to work effectively in a team ers and two podium sessions with the that of lifelong learning and service. learned to use various tools to acquire me,” says Rogers. reasons for the success of the university’s which will help me as a nurse as well as in mentoring of 10 faculty members. Other The college started a campaign in that history. When talking about the The inspiration may have already focus on experiential learning.” other aspects of life.” projects focused on breast cancer com- 2016 to raise funds to facilitate mentored information obtained, Rushton says, occurred during their 20-minute WIN Assistant professor Dr. Bret Lyman Besides the experience of attending a munication, 19th-century nursing his- learning and to allow as many under- “When we understand one’s familial presentation when both students stood at led another team attending the confer- professional conference with their pro- tory, and heart failure readmissions. graduate students as possible to receive ence. He recruited fourth-semester stu- fessor, Hammond and Gunn were also Nursing students often graduate with a unique outside-of-class learning experi- dent Kylie Thorum, graduates Margaret recently coauthors on one of Lyman’s arti- focus on how they will function in their ences while they are undergraduates. The “Maggie” M. Gunn (BS ’19) and Emily cles published in the Journal of Advanced role in caring for patients at the bedside. interest from this endowed fund is allo- L. Hammond (BS ’19), and second-year Nursing. He and Hammond were also Students who participate in learning his- cated for college grants to hire research graduate student Kalene Mears Ething- published last year in the Journal of Nurs- tory research can understand how their assistants or add more faculty research or ton (BS ’15, MS ’19). ing Management. In the past four years, bedside care fits within the context of contribution to the discipline projects. Lyman has seven publications, and six of many other aspects of the unit, as well as We are pleased to announce that the them include undergraduate nursing stu- the unit’s history. This broad perspective campaign has reached $572,794—57 dents as coauthors. prepares them to be clinical leaders and percent of the $1 million goal. Alumni, Gunn has loved learning from and get- play an active role in improving the per- students, and friends of the college may After giving a flawless podium presenta- tion, Sarah Rushton (left) and Camry Rogers ting to know Lyman. “It was awesome to formance of their unit. donate online at give.byu.edu/nursing (right) smile with their professor and men- have an opportunity to work so closely Mentored learning is vital for stu- (select “Nursing Mentored Learning” as tor Gaye Ray (center). with him. In addition to Lyman, all of dents looking to gain unique experi- the account).

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BYU COLLEGE OF NURSING nurse residency program at Methodist Chil Methodist at program residency nurse dren’s Hospital in San and Antonio, Texas, the in nurse pediatric a as working been has 2015. since setting care acute ’08) (BS Oddou Hope Melanie position as a health women’s nurse practi 10 had has She Permanente. Kaiser at tioner years of experience in full-scope OB/GYN practice. Jaclyn Coleman Thatcher (BS ’12) Wash at practice nursing of doctor a pleted ington State University. Her DNP project focused on using group medical visits for chronic pain management in the rural IN MEMORIAM vetted not are sketches life following The obituaries; online from obtained were and the highlight nursing to meant they are alumni. college as offered each influence The first dean ofBYU College of Nursing, Hansen Mitchell lege lege secretary, passed Her away. talents on the gath in instrumental were computers office early ering reports for Elaine accreditation when S. Dr. 2019. March died 89, Barbara, dean. was Marshall ’56) (BS Berntson Tew Norma from class graduating first the among was Norma she graduation, After Nursing. of College BYU the in worked Nevada, Elko, where she met her hus band, Dale Berntson, a surgeon. They had a son, eight a and grandchildren, daughter, seven great- nurse a as years 40 over spent She grandchildren. at Hospital, Primary Children’s eventually retiring as the head nurse of the recovery room staff in her was grandson in June later, years 1996. Three best the on staff the directed she and hospital, the 2019. died March him. Norma, 87, for treatment Bonnie Larson Bennett (BS ’61) graduation, Bonnie worked at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City. Seeking adventure, she went to Germany in 1965, where she met and married Thomas Bennett. After his tour of duty, they moved to Idaho and eventually settled in Provo to raise their three children. They also had eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Bonnie worked as a registered nurse for over 35 of Nursing at the university in 1952, including over including 1952, in university the at Nursing of and curriculum, program the uniform, first its seeing recruiting faculty from her nationwide network of 2018. died December 97, Vivian, colleagues. Carlson Barbara CREDITS

ANDREW HOLMAN ------Wos will be is a certified a is has been a nurse is a senior nurse finished her first recently started a is a nurse adminis Kelly Kelly K. Wosnik (BS ’99, MS ’03) honored during home coming with the col lege’s Alumni Achieve ment Award and will RM 270 RM 270 OCT AM 17 11 KIMBALL TOWER KIMBALL pediatric nurse Children’s Hospital at Texas in After Houston, two Texas. years of nurs ing experience, she took a 13-year hiatus to focus on her family. Her “second career” in nursing started in 2014 with the completion of the semester-long RN course refresher at Center Science Health Texas of University the in San Antonio. She completed the pediatric a master of public administration from inBYU patient of director the as served then and 2009 nine years. Hospital for at LDS services care students, alumni, to lecture campus a present and friends on Thursday, October 17, at 11 a.m. in room of 270 the Kimball Tower. nik is a nurse practitioner and owner of Bris tol Health, a clinic that offers mental health medication management in Orem, Utah. She has also as worked the medical director for a local pet food and manufacturer established and employees for clinic healthcare on-site its their families. David R. Hurst (BS ’00) new position as nurse administrator for Alta Utah. Hospital in Sandy, View ’00) (BS South Ashby Margaret Carolyn Carolyn C. Lewis (BS ’92) year as Lutheran director of nursing at Texas University in Seguin, She Texas. obtained a doctor of philosophy from Woman’s Texas University in 2005 and taught as an associ ate professor at East Central University in position. her current Oklahoma, before Ada, Bonnie L. Jacklin (MS ’95) executive director for the office of patient experience at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt she Lake Previously, City. served as the Health Intermountain for officer nursing chief nine years. for North Region care’s Ollerton (BS ’98) Jared W. anesthetist for 12 at years Madison Anesthe Idaho. sia in Rexburg, C. Hunter Terri (BS ’99) Hospital. She received at American Fork trator LEARNING THE HEALER’S ART | FALL 2019 LEARNING THE HEALER’S - - - - has spent the spent has began a new is the director of has retired after 19 after retired has ager ager for Salt River Pima–Maricopa Indian Arizona. in Scottsdale, Community educator. She then took 18 months to serve serve to months 18 took then She educator. City Quezon in specialist nurse mission a as North, Philippines. Lori Jones Eining (BS ’88) operations for regional women, newborns, and pediatrics clinical programs for the Intermountain Healthcare Central Region. She obtained her master of nursing in nurse University. Walden from administration ’92) (BS Bennett M. Marianne last eight years as a clinical services man Lorie H. Mitchell (AS ’81) (AS Mitchell H. Lorie years as a nurse manager at Intermountain operations daily the managed She Healthcare. ICU. care adult critical and staff of a 24-bed Aleta N. Billadeau (AS ’83) position as an associate professor at New Institute, Hampshire a Technical commu nity college in Concord, New Hampshire. Prior to this appointment, she worked for 28 years at Concord Hospital as a nurse oncology, oncology, cardiology, and home care. To stay she busy, works per diem in utilization management and case management. She health in degree science of master a received Col Mary’s St. from administration services in 1997. California, in Moraga, lege - - - was of Palo is beginning her has been the clini JoAnn C. Abegglen Dr. Elaine S. Dr. Marshall in February and Dr. Barbara Barbara Dr. and February in

As part of the Institute of Western Nursing (WIN) annual attending conference, faculty Califor Diego, San in reception college a at alumni local with together came students and Oregon. Portland, in 16 April next event another sponsor will college The 2019. April in nia, Alto, Alto, California, has retired after a 38-year career as a registered nurse at Stanford Health Care in various capacities, including surgery, and an OR staff nurse. surgery, Deanne Everson Welch (AS ’80) Center Center in Scottsdale, Arizona, for the past 15 years. Before this position, she served as its a OR perioperative specialty supervisor, coordinator for plastics and reconstructive Deanna H. Bell ’78) (AS cal director for HonorHealth Piper Surgery during her Catherine career. is the current Ms. Utah Senior America and third runner- in 2018. up at the national pageant She recently retired after 45 years of being a being of years 45 after retired recently She Hos Valley Utah at nurse delivery and labor pital and helped deliver over 3,000 babies Catherine Tooke Whittaker Catherine (AS Tooke ’74) Achievement of Mother Utah 2019 the given award by the Utah Mothers Association. 24th 24th year as a nursing instructor at BYU– Idaho teaching medical-surgical and geron courses. tology H. Mandleco in May. H. Mandleco Garbett (BS ’73) Susan W. turned 70 in March, and two faculty retired members turned 75— ’88) MS ’67, (BS Former college Former dean Alumni Updates Alumni 16 18 especially during arecent search and res had unique experiences since graduation, live in Johannesburg, South Africa. She has Mara and her husband, Tanner, currently From theblogpostingsof Help inaWorld Disaster The CollegePreparedMeto Alum Perspective ing howls of mourners. The headlights alongside car, the Ilistened to wail the of displaced to people nowhere walking rific thedark, in roads, withthousands rity, and out to waiting vehicles. On hor took our got passports, us through secu with Gift the the of Givers operation. They organization was headquartered. We were majorating of every inwhich asort base from over all world the had gathered, cre black. At emergency teams airport, the electricity, city the quiet was eerily and arrived, evening the in.Without had set for Mozambique. Beira, By we time the morning, as we to airport the headed DAY ONE and serve.” her education, she was ready to “go forth Cyclone Idai in March 2019.Because of cue/medical mission to Mozambique after

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One beloved individual left and several new faculty members recently joined the College joined the College faculty members recently new several individual left and One beloved publications. to be featured in future here, with others Three are highlighted of Nursing. degree. She has lived in California since in California since lived has She degree. earned additional has but graduating BYU–Idaho, from credentials and degrees in Kentucky, University Nursing Frontier and, England in Sheffield of the University Utah, of the University from recently, most When it comes to gaining an education, education, an gaining to comes it When hesitant not ’83) is (AS Denise Cummins Eng from came She afar. traveling about attend to the Church joining after land nursing earned first her she where BYU,

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Working Alongside the Next Generation Making a Difference in the Lives of Many of Genetic Experts Scott K. Summers, Assistant Teaching Professor, MS, FNP-C

Deborah O. Himes, Assistant Professor, PhD, APRN-BC Assistant teaching professor Scott Summers (MS ’11) has His greatest desire is to train those he spends time with in unique One important aspect of fac- what they potentially indicate. This suggests that family communication always enjoyed studying sci- ulty members doing research When a genetic professional first is critical in increasing genetic test results ence and helping people, and skills they may need to save a life—especially his if necessary— in their field is the opportunity informs the patient of their genetic test awareness. Though these findings cannot becoming a family nurse prac- when they are in remote areas or without required resources. to have students involved in results, the information is accurate and determine causation, the correlation is titioner allows him to do both. the process. Through men- reliable. However, once the patient shares worth noting.2 He can make a difference in toring, students can become that information with a relative who Another publication coauthored by the lives of others, whether it is teaching inspired and narrow their focus then shares it with a different health- Himes and Aubri E. Root (BS ’10, MS ’17) first aid to elementary school children or Hispanic culture has been a part of over 11,000 feet in elevation; so far, he for future careers. Assistant professor Dr. care provider, the true meaning becomes has gained considerable attention from encouraging patients to live healthier lives. Summers’s life for years. He served a has summited 11 of them. During a recent Deborah Himes (BS ’91) looks for occa- muddled. However, if a direct line of com- peers and healthcare providers.3 The Growing up and attending school in mission in Rosario, Argentina, for The climb, he had to cauterize the nose of a sions to include students in her research munication from a healthcare provider article, which includes instructions for Idaho, Summers completed a baccalau- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day peer-climber because the bloody nose on communication regarding breast can- to another healthcare provider is estab- calculating lifetime risk for breast cancer reate degree in nursing from Idaho State Saints. He still uses his Spanish in his would not allow them to descend. cer risk and family genetics. lished, confusion would be avoided. related to hereditary genetic mutations, University and worked at a trauma inten- clinical work. He also leads nursing stu- His work with others extends to the Primary care physicians must be pre- Himes has worked with several gradu- has over 50,000 online views. Himes is sive care unit in Boise. He continued his dents in the Ecuador section of the clini- graduate program of the college, where pared to care for the unique attributes ate students to find a solution to this pleased that her research has become a advanced nursing training by completing cal practicum for the public and global he serves as a clinical preceptor for nurse of individual patients, right down to their issue. In an article coauthored by gradu- useful tool in the hands of genetic profes- BYU’s nurse practitioner program. health nursing course each spring. practitioner students and allows them to DNA mutations. It is most effective to pro- ate student Deborah G. Gibbons (MS sionals and hopes to see the usage grow. His love of Provo allowed him to return Summers enjoys trail running and shadow him in his clinic for the experi- vide intensive screening and preventive ’19), Himes interprets the common mis- She is eager to share her research to BYU as an adjunct instructor in 2015 mountaineering. His greatest desire is to ence and mentoring opportunities. care for those individuals with the most conceptions patients have about their test results, even presenting at this year’s and as a full-time faculty member in train those he spends time with in unique Besides being a nurse practitioner risk for a disease, a variable that is deter- results.1 They found that when profession- National Student Nurses Association 2016. He currently teaches an under- skills they may need to save a life— for a Revere Health clinic in American mined and influenced by a variety of fac- als use terms like “uninformative nega- annual conference in Salt Lake City on graduate-level preview to nursing course, especially his if necessary—when they Fork, Utah, Summers is certified by tors, including individual genetic makeup. tive” or “indeterminate negative,” patients the future of nurses’ roles in genetics. a pharmacology class, and a graduate- are in remote areas or without required the American Academy of Nurse During the past four years, Himes are not sure how to interpret those terms Addressing an audience of over 3,500 level advanced health assessment across resources. He will team up with Nuttall Practitioners, with membership in has shifted her focus from quantitative to tell their family members. nursing students, Himes took the oppor- the life span course. on another project this school year; they the American Association of Nurse analysis of breast cancer patients and Himes has also discovered interesting tunity to share her knowledge with the Outside of class, Summers worked received a grant to teach an advanced first Practitioners and the Utah Nurse their communication habits to a deeper correlations in her research between fam- next generation of genetic experts. She with two peers—associate teaching pro- aid course that allows nursing students Practitioner Association (receiving an dive into qualitative research by analyz- ily communication and genetics knowl- continually finds ways to include students fessors Ryan Rasmussen (MS ’11) and Dr. access to various procedures and tech- excellence in clinical practice award from ing one-on-one interviews (see an intro- edge in unaffected family members who in her research and help them become Craig Nuttall (MS ’11)—to collaborate with niques most may eventually see in a clini- the latter in 2015). ductory story on page 30 of the 2015 did not attend genetic counseling. In an passionate about fighting cancer. students Janie Jensen (BS ’17) and Ashley cal setting. This will give nursing students His leadership with several nursing fall magazine). These interviews gave article she worked on with Sarah G. Davis Dyer (BS ’18) to develop a mobile phone earlier exposure in their career paths than organizations is valued; he serves the greater insight into how patients com- (BS ’11, MS ’18), they stated, “Participants Notes app that helps people determine if some- they otherwise would have had. Utah Emergency Nurses Association municate with family members about who reported higher levels of information 1 Himes, D. O., Gibbons, D. K., Birmingham, W. C., one has sustained a concussion. Creating Both professors just obtained a moun- by overseeing its guidelines for ethical Gammon, A. R., Kinney, A. Y., & Clayton, M. F. (2019). an app that reaches its target audience is tain medicine diploma (DiMM), a two- practices in research, and as a service genetic tests. With this richer data, shared by a family member about infor- Female family members lack understanding of inde- Himes discovered that study participants mation learned during a genetic counsel- terminate negative BRCA1/2 test results shared by a hard task, but with the support of these semester online course with 20 days of coordinator for the college chapter of did not have a very strong understand- ing session also demonstrated increased probands. Journal of Genetic Counseling. doi:10.1002/ individuals, the team made it happen. hands-on practice focusing on wilderness Sigma Theta Tau International. He is jgc4.1147 ing of what genetic test results mean and knowledge about breast cancer genetics.” (Search “Concussion Diagnostic Tool Kit” first aid. They have experienced unique also an ENT-based article reviewer for 2 Himes, D. O., Davis, S. H., Lassetter, J. H., Peterson, N. in the iTunes app store.) situations most will not, such as under- the Journal for Nurse Practitioners. E., Clayton, M. F., Birmingham, W. C., & Kinney, A. Y. standing how hypothermia affects the Summers will give another podium (2019). Does family communication matter? Exploring body by sitting in an ice bath and having presentation next month in Austin, Texas, knowledge of breast cancer genetics in cancer fami- their core temperature constantly moni- on identifying and addressing emergent Himes has shifted her focus . . . to a deeper dive into qualitative lies. Journal of Community Genetics, 1–7. doi:10.1007/ s12687-019-00413-y tored and completing complicated res- ear, nose, and throat conditions for an research by analyzing one-on-one interviews. . . . [She] cues with a helicopter basket. Summers conference and an 3 Himes, D. O., Root, A. E., Gammon, A., & Luthy, K. E. B. believes helping others to prepare for the advanced practice procedural skills lab. discovered that study participants did not have a very strong (2016). Breast cancer risk assessment: Calculating “what if . . . ” is essential. lifetime risk using the Tyrer-Cuzick model. Journal ZAK GOWANS understanding of what genetic test results mean and what they for Nurse Practitioners, 12(9), 581–592. doi:10.1016/j. One of Summers’s goals is to climb all Concussion Diagnostic App Summers nurpra.2016.07.027 34 of the Teton Mountain peaks that are potentially indicate. assisted in developing. ZAK GOWANS

22 LEARNING THE HEALER’S ART | FALL 2019 BYU COLLEGE OF NURSING 23 Faculty Achievements Hunsaker, S., & Whipple, K. (2019, February 27). Merrill, K. C., Hamilton, R.,* Nuttall, C., & Luthy, K. Rogers, C.,* Rushton, S.,* & Ray, G. (2019, April 12). Secrets of a successful electronic health record E. B. (2019, April 12). The knowledge and attitudes of Student nurses’ thoughts regarding usability of College of Nursing faculty members continue to showcase their dedication to and expertise in the healthcare industry through a implementation. Podium presentation at Human nurse practitioners towards antibiotic stewardship.2 family health history gathering tools.2 variety of achievements and publications. Following are a few notable examples of what they have accomplished. Patient Simulation Network world conference, Orlando, FL. Miller, K.,* Peterson, N. E., & Lassetter, J. H. (2019, Tesseyman, S., & Hallett, C.* (2019, April 12). Who’s August 14). Parental influence on children’s sed- dressing? Nurses, medical students, and nursing Journal Articles Published Lundberg, K., Corbett, C., Jackson, N.,* Brown, D.,* entary behavior: A systematic review. Podium work in 19th century Philadelphia and London.1 & Hammond, J.* (2019, March 9). Nursing students presentation at the International Family Nursing Bateman, M.,* & Merrill, K. C. (2018). Evidence-based 13: A review. JAMA Pediatrics, 171(4), 382–387. Merrill, K. C., Haslam, V. C.,† Luthy, K. E. B., & utilization of teach the teacher model to promote Conference, Washington, DC. Thomas, M., & Hunsaker, S. (2019, June 13). strategies for treatment and referral of chronic doi:10.1001/jamapediatrics.2016.4798 Nuttall, C. (2019). Educating patients about opi- health in Vietnam hilltribes. Poster presentation at Communication challenges in healthcare: How pain in primary care. All Student Publications. 233. oid disposal: A key role for perianesthesia nurses. Consortium of Universities for Global Health annual Palmer, S. P. (2019, April 12). Finding factors that to avoid misunderstanding and enhance col- scholarsarchive.byu.edu/studentpub/233 Himes, D. O., Davis, S. H.,* Lassetter, J. H., Peterson, Journal of . doi:10.1016/j. conference, Chicago, IL. influence pregnancy among indigenous girls in laboration. Podium presentation at the American N. E., Clayton, M. F., Birmingham, W. C., & Kinney, jopan.2018.12.008 Paraguay.1 Hospital Association Team Training National Birmingham, W. C., Macintosh, J. L., Vaughn, A. A., & A. Y. (2019). Does family communication matter? Lyman, B., Hammond, E. L.,* Gunn, M. M.,* & Conference, San Antonio, TX. Graff, T. C. (2019). Strength of belief: Religious com- Exploring knowledge of breast cancer genetics in Miles, L., Williams, N.,* Luthy, K. E. B., & Eden, L. Thorum, K.* (2019, April 11). Organizational learning Ray, G., Bates, K.,*& Shawcroft, C.* (2019, July 26). mitment, knowledge, and HPV vaccination adher- cancer families. Journal of Community Genetics, M. (2019) Adult vaccination rates in the mentally during a significant hospital transition.1 Nursing initiative promoting immunization train- Winters, B. A., & Simpson, A.* (2019, April 12). Time ence. Psycho-Oncology. doi:10.1002/pon.5071 1–7. doi:10.1007/s12687-019-00413-y ill population: An outpatient improvement proj- ing modules: Discovering gaps in student nurse to evacuate! Do you know where to go?1 ect. Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Lyman, B., Thorum, K.,* & Hammond, E. L.* (2019, knowledge.3 Callister, L. C.‡ (2019). Ebola virus disease in Himes, D. O., Gibbons, D. K.,* Birmingham, W. Association. doi:10.1177/1078390319831763 April 12). Contextual factors of organizational learn- Notes women and children. MCN: The American Journal C., Beckstrand, R. L., Gammon, A., Kinney, A. Y., & ing: Instrument development.1 Reed, S., Clouse, M.,* Monson, L.,* & Miller, E.* 1 Poster presentation at the Western Institute of of Maternal/Child Nursing, 44(3), 173. doi:10.1097/ Clayton, M. F. (2019). Female family members lack Neeley, C.,* & Freeborn, D.‡ (2018). Continuous glu- (2019, July 27). Effect of formal simulation training Nursing Annual Conference, San Diego, CA. NMC.0000000000000524 understanding of indeterminate negative BRCA1/2 cose monitoring: An overview for nurse practitio- Matthews, R. T.,* Hancock, M.,* Palmer, S. P., on debriefing for novice facilitators.3 2 Podium presentation at the Western Institute of test results shared by probands. Journal of Genetic ners. All Student Publications. 246. scholarsarchive. Heaston, S., & Reed, S. (2010, March 9). Identifying Nursing Annual Conference, San Diego, CA. Easler, J. K., Haueter, H. M., Roper, S. O., Freeborn, D.,‡ Counseling. doi:10.1002/jgc4.1147 byu.edu/studentpub/246 factors influencing teenage pregnancy among Reed, S., Palmer, S. P., Trujillo, R.,* Lee, J.,* Hancock, 3 Poster presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International & Dyches, T. (2018). Reasons for open and closed indigenous girls in rural Paraguay. Poster pre- M.,* & Heaston, S. (2019, June 10). Factors contrib- nursing research congress, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. attitudes regarding type 1 diabetes. Diabetes Hunt, T.,* Winters, B., & Newman, R. H. (2019). Use Oeding, N. B., & Bosque, E. (2018). Gastroschisis: sentation at Consortium of Universities for uting to pregnancy among adolescent girls in rural Spectrum, 31(1), 37–46. doi:10.2337/ds16-0054 of new oral anticoagulants in preventing isch- Development of an evidence-based post-surgical Global Health annual conference, Chicago, IL. Paraguay. Podium presentation at Association of * Denotes current BYU nursing student (BS or MS) emic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation. All feeding guideline. Scholarly Projects. dspace. Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses † Denotes BYU nursing alumnus Eden, L. M., Cairns, C., Luthy, K. E. B., & Koslap- Student Publications. 262. scholarsarchive.byu.edu/ creighton.edu:8080/xmlui/handle/10504/117860 annual conference, Atlanta, GA. ‡ Denotes emeritus faculty member Petraco, M. (2018). NAPNP position statement on studentpub/262 immunizations. Journal of Pediatric Health Care, Peterson, N. E., Osterloh, K. D., & Graff, M. N. (2019). AWARDS 32(6), A9–A11. doi:10.1016/j.pedhc.2018.07.002 Luther, B., Martial, M. A., & Barra, J. (2017). A state- Exercises for older adults with knee and hip pain. wide survey report of roles and responsibilities Journal for Nurse Practitioners. doi:10.1016/j. Dr. Beth Luthy received a faculty promotion to to associate professor Dr. Katreena Merrill. This The college presented DAISY Faculty Awards Hanson, S. F., Sumner, S.,† & Merrill, K. C. (2019). in current Utah care management processes. nurpra.2018.12.029 professor. The following faculty members received three-year fellowship includes a $16,500 award; a to Lyman and associate professor Dr. Sabrina What do infection preventionists know about Professional Case Management, 22(3), 11–25. continuing faculty status and were advanced new fellow is selected each academic year. Jarvis this academic year. antimicrobial stewardship: A pilot study. American doi:10.1097/NCM.0000000000000207 Reed, S., Matthews, R. T.,* Hodgson, K., Palmer, S. in title: Dr. Julie Valentine to associate profes- Journal of Infection Control, 47(6), S16–S17. P., Heaston, S., & Hancock, M.* (2019). Factors con- sor, and to associate teaching professors, Lacey Associate professor Dr. Janelle Macintosh Associate teaching professor Dr. Karen de la Cruz doi:10.1016/j.ajic.2019.04.017 Lyman, B., Jacobs, J. D.,† Hammond, E. L.,* & Gunn, tributing to pregnancy among adolescent girls in Eden, Stacie Hunsaker, Dr. Craig Nuttall, and Ryan received the college’s Dr. Elaine D. Dyer Research completed a doctor of philosophy in nursing prac- M. M.* (2019). Organizational Learning in hospi- rural Paraguay. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic Rasmussen. Endowment Award. tice from the University of North Las Vegas with her Harper, M.,* & Lassetter, J. H. (2019). CoolSculpting tals: A realist review. Journal of Advanced Nursing. & , 48(3), S126. doi:10.1016/j. dissertation “Assessing the long-term effects of a or Cryolipolysis: A guide for primary care practitio- doi:10.1111/jan.14091 jogn.2019.04.212 Valentine was also recently honored with the uni- Associate teaching professor Dr. Leslie Miles received cultural immersion experience on nursing practice.” ners. All Faculty Publications. 3116. scholarsarchive. versity’s Young Scholar Award. a Phi Kappa Phi National Award of Excellence. byu.edu/facpub/3116 Merrill, K. C., Hanson, S. F., Sumner, S.,† Vento, T., Valentine, J. L. (2018). Forensic nursing: Overview Former dean Dr. Elaine Marshall was honored Veillette, J., & Webb, B. (2019). Antimicrobial stew- of a growing profession. American Nurse Today, Luthy and Eden, along with graduate students The Iota Iota Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau with emerita designation from the Western Haug, S., Goldstein, M., Cummins, D., Fayard, E., & ardship: Staff nurse knowledge and attitudes. 13(12), 42–44. Katie Bates, Deborah Gibbons, Virginia Jefferies, International honored two assistant profes- Institute of Nursing (WIN) in April. Merritt, T. A. (2017). Using patient-centered care American Journal of Infection Control. doi:10.1016/j. Emily Richards, and Dan Smith, were selected by sors with awards in March: Dr. Neil Peterson for after a prenatal diagnosis of trisomy 18 or trisomy ajic.2019.03.022 the United Nations Foundation to represent the Excellence in Mentorship and Dr. Bret Lyman for Three college members received Staff and university and attend the Shot@Life Champion Excellence in Research. Administrative Employee Recognition Awards CHAPTERS Summit in Washington, DC, last February. (SAERA): assistant dean Kathy Whitenight for The college earned a platinum-level Healthy Competency, graduate program secretary Cherie Department Award in February from the Wellness Top for Exceeding Service Expectations, and advise- Anderson, P. H. Chapter 22: School-age children & : Promoting the public’s / Lippincott Wilkins, & Williams. Associate dean and professor Dr. Jane Lassetter Department. Peterson’s research team, in conjunc- ment center supervisor Cara Wiley for Innovation. and adolescents. In Rector, C. (2018). Community health, (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer will be inducted as a Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing at its annual conference in tion with BYU Wellness, was presented a silver- Washington, DC, in October. level recognition from the American College of The College of Nursing accepted a $50,000 gift Presentations Delivered Sports Medicine’s initiative Exercise Is Medicine: from Intermountain Healthcare in March and The College of Nursing awarded the Mary Ellen On Campus in May. will use the funding for student scholarships. Anderson, P. H., & Ray, G. (2019, April 12). Improving assessment protocol to reduce missed injuries.1 know about antimicrobial stewardship: A pilot Edmunds “Learning the Healer’s Art” Fellowship undergraduate nursing student understanding of study. Poster presentation at Association for intimate partner violence.1 Eden, L. M., & Luthy, K. E. B. (2019, July 25). Steps Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology Appointments toward change to promote child health advocacy: annual conference, Philadelphia, PA. Barlow, J. A.,* Peterson, N. E., Newman, R. H., & A service learning experience.3 Congratulations to Dr. Jane Lassetter for being Dr. Julie Valentine became a board member for the and assistant teaching professor Scott Summers Lassetter, J. H. (2019, April 11). Heart failure re- Heaston, S., Palmer, S. P., & Trujillo, R.* (2019, July voted president-elect of WIN for next year. Younique Foundation. as the research chair. admission and the physical activity vital sign: Is Ethington, K.,* Lyman, B., & Gunn, M. M.* (2019, 27). Student perspectives on teaching adoles- there a correlation?1 April 12). Developmental stages of organizational cents maturation and reproductive health in rural Lacey Eden became the treasurer of the Utah Assistant teaching professor Daphne Thomas Hunsaker is also the Utah Simulation Coalition learning: Instrument development.1 Paraguay.3 Chapter of National Association of Pediatric Nurse is now president of the Utah Emergency Nurses operations chair. Corbett, C., Lundberg, K., & Corbett, A. (2019, July 25). Practitioners. She is also the national chair of the Association, with Stacie Hunsaker as state prac- Combatting human trafficking of ethnic minorities Hanson, S. F., Sumner, S.,† & Merrill, K. C. (2019, April Himes, D. O. (2019, April 5). Trending: Healthcare immunization special interest group for NAPNP tice chair, teaching professor Sondra Heaston Associate teaching professor Cheryl Corbett is in rural Vietnam: A global collaboration.3 22). Poster presentation at Society for Health Care everywhere. Plenary session panelist at the and recently served as the talent in four training as advanced practice chair, Ryan Rasmussen as a board member for LDS Humanitarian Services. Epidemiology of America Spring Conference, Boston, National Student Nurses’ Association annual con- videos for nurse practitioners regarding the men- media relations chair, Dr. Craig Nuttall over safety, Dustin, T. (2019, April 12). Developing a post-fall MA; (2019, June 12). What do infection preventionists ference, Salt Lake City, UT. ingitis B vaccine for their patients.

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A Mentored Comfort and Care Study

For her master’s thesis, Elizabeth “Libby” Willmore (BS ’16) is researching ways to improve end-of-life care for dying intensive care patients and their families. This study involves working directly with nursing professor Dr. Reneā Beckstrand (AS ’81, BS ’83, MS ’87), who completed the initial research and has studied this topic during the last 24 years. As part of the graduate program and the university’s Inspiring Learning Initiative, Willmore learned first-hand how to work ethically and accurately. [some of the inspiring learning outcomes] Mentored-learning Classroom She organized and analyzed large data Experience Experience sets, and collaborated with Beckstrand on how to determine and present the Work one-on-one with a professor major themes.   We are grateful for generous alumni Foster accountability to work ethically and accurately and friends of the BYU College of Nursing  who help create these types of experiences Participate in a faculty member’s scholarly work or contribution to for nursing students. Please consider the discipline project  making a gift today at give.byu.edu/ Analyze data to develop critical- nursing (and select the “Nursing Mentored thinking abilities  Learning” account). Develop skills to conduct nursing research in the future   $1 Million Campaign Goal! Complete graduate school and advanced learning  

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