Ranae Aukerman

Ranae Aukerman serves as Assistant Professor of Nursing in the School of Health Professions at Augustana University, teaching senior-level leadership, research, and evidence-based practice courses while coordinating the nursing department's international programs.

Her academic credentials include:

• DNP (2017) from University of Minnesota with integrative health and healing focus
• NNP Certificate (1990) from South Dakota State University
• B.A. in Nursing (1981) from Augustana College (now Augustana University)

With 30 years of clinical neonatology experience at Sanford Medical Center, her expertise bridges holistic nursing practice and academic instruction. She champions integrative health approaches in nursing education, emphasizing evidence-based methodologies and leadership development for future healthcare professionals.

Professional recognition includes:

• Advanced Holistic Nurse - Board Certified (AHN-BC)

Dr. Aukerman actively shapes nursing education through her Sigma Theta Tau board membership and international program coordination, facilitating global learning opportunities while integrating her extensive clinical background into curriculum development for senior nursing students.