Richard Ridge

Richard Ridge is a Professor and CNL Program Co-Director at the University of Virginia School of Nursing. With a career spanning clinical practice, administration, and academia, he holds certifications including Certified in Executive Nursing Practice (CENP), Nurse Executive (NE-BC), and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). His research focuses on nurse-patient relationships, health systems, workforce dynamics, and implementation science. He has led roles as Chief Nursing Officer and Director of Nursing Innovation, and consults on healthcare operations and nursing career transitions.

• Education: BSN from University of Massachusetts
• Certifications: CENP, NE-BC, NEA-BC, PMHNP-BC

Ridge teaches in the Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) program and DNP program, emphasizing Care Environment Analysis, Finance & Resource Management, and Resilient Leadership. His work bridges clinical practice with financial acumen, aiming to equip nurses with business skills for systems-level impact.

Publications span nursing finance, patient safety, and leadership, with a focus on translating evidence into practice. His recent work highlights nurse staffing’s impact on outcomes and strategies for professional resilience in healthcare.