Kathleen R. Sheikh

Kathleen R. Sheikh is an Associate Professor and Assistant Dean of Nursing at Widener University's School of Nursing in Chester, PA. She directs the Widener Community Nursing Clinic and teaches in graduate nursing programs, focusing on theory-guided practice and experiential learning.

Education:

• PhD in Nursing Science (2016), Widener University
• MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner (2006), College Misericordia
• BSN (1990), Villanova University

Her research emphasizes care for vulnerable populations, palliative care, and health care policy. She has explored telehealth integration in nursing education, including a 2023 publication on rapid-cycle deliberate practice strategies.

Contributions:

• Maintains clinical practice as a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner
• Mentors students through service learning initiatives
• Advocates for theory-guided practice in nursing education