Jill Brennan-Cook

Jill Brennan-Cook, DNP, RN, CNE is an Assistant Professor at the Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) within the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program. She is affiliated with the Healthcare in Adult Populations Division and mentors ABSN Health Equity Scholars while collaborating with the Health Equity Academy.

• Education:
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Case Western Reserve University
  • Master of Science (MS), City University of New York - Lehman College
  • BSN, State University of New York (Plattsburgh)

Research Focus: Brennan-Cook's work centers on addressing barriers to care for vulnerable populations, including frail older adults and sickle cell disease patients. She actively promotes health disparities reduction, geriatric nursing education, and equity in clinical and classroom settings.

Professional Background: With over 30 years of nursing experience spanning acute care, critical care, and emergency departments, she previously served as nursing faculty at Mount Saint Mary College for 15 years, teaching undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.