Wendy Morley

Wendy Morley serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing at George Fox University, teaching in the newly launched Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) program through both in-person instruction at the Portland Center and remote modalities since joining the university in 2025.

Education:

• Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) candidate, Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia (current)
• Master of Science in Nursing, Arkansas State University (2013)
• Dual Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Whitworth University and Washington State University (2008)

Research Interests:

Dr. Morley's expertise centers on clinical anesthesia practice across diverse healthcare settings, with specialized focus on independent contractor models in regional medical centers. Her work with Genesis Anesthesia, Inc. informs research in anesthesia service delivery for community hospitals and rural facilities, while her educator role drives interest in clinical training methodologies for nurse anesthetists. Current priorities include optimizing anesthesia workflows in multi-hospital systems and advancing educational frameworks for emerging CRNA professionals.

Scientific Awards:

• None mentioned in source material

Advising and Grants:

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• Grants: No grant funding details disclosed