Beverly Dabney

Beverly Dabney is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan Flint School of Nursing, with expertise in nursing education, healthcare quality, and evidence-based practice. Her career spans roles as a Registered Nurse, Nurse Case Manager, and Nurse Educator, focusing on improving patient outcomes and mentoring future nursing leaders.

• Doctor of Philosophy, Nursing: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
• Master of Science, Nursing: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
• Bachelor of Science, Nursing: Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI

Research areas include missed nursing care, specifications grading systems, and professional ethics, with a focus on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nursing education and practice. Her work often integrates frameworks like Fink’s and Bloom’s taxonomies to enhance learning outcomes.

Recent publications highlight trends in nursing education innovation, patient safety during global health crises, and the application of evidence-based tools like the 5As nicotine cessation framework. She has secured the Francis Wilson Thompson Fellowship for her research.

Advising efforts emphasize online RN-to-BSN programs, professional value development, and student engagement through technology. Grants and presentations further underscore her commitment to advancing nursing pedagogy and addressing systemic challenges in healthcare.