Alyssa Dearth

Alyssa Dearth serves as a full-time Instructor at the University of St. Francis, joining the faculty in Spring 2024 after graduating from the same institution. She teaches foundational nursing courses and advanced pharmacology within the graduate nursing program, leveraging over a decade of clinical experience in cardiac electrophysiology to prepare future healthcare professionals.

Education

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), University of St. Francis, 2013

Research and Teaching Focus

Ms. Dearth's expertise centers on integrating clinical cardiology knowledge into nursing education, with specialized focus on cardiac electrophysiology and pharmacological applications. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes bridging theoretical concepts with real-world practice to develop competent, patient-centered nurses through evidence-based instruction in core nursing disciplines and advanced therapeutic management.

Professional Engagement

While primarily dedicated to classroom instruction in graduate nursing programs, Ms. Dearth actively contributes to community development through youth sports coaching and school volunteering. Her clinical background directly informs curriculum delivery, though formal research advising or grant-funded projects are not documented in available materials. She maintains strong institutional ties as both alumna and faculty member, focusing on inspiring the next generation of nursing professionals through practical clinical insights.