Kacie Altom

Kacie Altom serves as Associate Professor of Nursing Education in the Department of Nursing at Arkansas State University's College of Nursing & Health Professions.

Education:

• MSN in Adult Health Nursing - Nurse Educator, Arkansas State University (2014)
• BSN, Arkansas State University (2009)

Research Focus: Her work centers on Health Literacy interventions for diverse patient populations, Student Perceptions regarding clinical competency development, evidence-based NCLEX Preparedness strategies, and advanced Critical Thinking frameworks in nursing education. She integrates clinical expertise from medical-surgical and specialty units into pedagogical innovation.

Professional Recognition:

• National League for Nursing Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
• Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (CMSRN)
• NLN Certified Clinical Nurse Educator (CNEcl)

Professional Background: With extensive clinical experience across neurology, neurosurgery, medical-surgical, and cardiac stepdown units, Mrs. Altom transitioned to full-time academia after serving three years as adjunct clinical instructor. She currently teaches both didactic courses and clinical rotations while maintaining active professional affiliations.