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Becky Johnson-Himes, DNP, RN, serves as Associate Professor and RN to BSN Program Coordinator at Ferris State University's School of Nursing within the College of Health Professions. With extensive background in public health, nursing administration, obstetrics, and mental health care, she integrates clinical expertise with academic leadership to advance nursing education and community health initiatives.
Her educational credentials include:
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Walden University (2019)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Walden University
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Lake Superior State University
Dr. Johnson-Himes' research centers on public health systems improvement, with dual foci on environmental health interventions (particularly blood lead testing protocols) and academic service learning through Remote Area Medical (RAM) partnerships. Her work bridges clinical practice, policy development, and nursing education to address healthcare disparities in underserved communities, emphasizing evidence-based guideline development and community engagement strategies.
Scholarly output from 2019-2024 reveals consistent thematic development across two interconnected domains: environmental health policy implementation (specifically lead exposure prevention) and experiential learning models in rural healthcare delivery. These publications demonstrate methodological progression from local guideline development to international dissemination, reflecting growing impact in public health nursing and community-based education.
Through active RAM program coordination, Dr. Johnson-Himes cultivates academic-community partnerships that provide clinical training while delivering critical healthcare services to rural populations. Her leadership in service learning initiatives creates reciprocal benefits for student development and community health outcomes, operationalizing Ferris State University's mission of practical, community-engaged education.
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