Debra Gillespie

Debra Gillespie PhD, RN, CNE is Associate Professor of Nursing at University of Southern Maine's School of Nursing. With over 15 years' experience as Magnet Coordinator and clinical educator, she teaches in undergraduate nursing programs while serving as Assistant Director of Research and Resources. Education includes PhD from University of Wisconsin, MS from Northeastern University, and BSN from University of Southern Maine.

Research expertise spans qualitative/quantitative methodologies with publications and international presentations. Specializations include evidence-based practice implementation, informed consent processes, and research mentoring. Serves as Sigma Theta Tau research grant reviewer and mentors researchers at Maine Medical Center/Tufts University.

As Research Liaison to Mid Coast Hospital, facilitates knowledge translation between academia and clinical practice.