Brittany Otto

Brittany Otto serves as a Lecturer in Nursing at Gustavus Adolphus College, bringing real-world expertise in pediatric and obstetrical nursing to cultivate compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals. Her teaching integrates technology and inclusive practices to support diverse student success in clinical and academic settings.

Her educational qualifications include:

• Associate of Science in Nursing from South Central College (2013)
• Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts from South Central College (2013)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from American Sentinel University (2019)
• Master of Science in Nursing Education from American Sentinel University (2023)

Her research and pedagogical focus centers on pediatric/obstetrical nursing specialties, nursing education methodologies, and leadership development. She actively pursues innovations in technology-enhanced learning, English language learner support systems, DEIB implementation, and evidence-based NCLEX preparation strategies to address evolving healthcare education demands.

Brittany mentors students through clinical skills development and transition-to-practice coursework, emphasizing hands-on competencies across pharmacology, pediatric care, perinatal nursing, and nursing fundamentals to ensure readiness for professional licensure and clinical practice.