Beth Vottero

Beth Vottero is a Professor of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) and Director of the Indiana Center for Evidence Based Nursing Practice (ICEBNP). She specializes in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and nursing education. Her work bridges global healthcare initiatives through collaboration with the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI), focusing on systematic reviews and implementation science.

Education: Ph.D. in Adult Education (Capella University), M.S. Nursing Education (University of Phoenix), B.S. Nursing (Valparaiso University), B.A. Liberal Studies (Business Concentration).

Research focuses on qualitative systematic reviews and scoping methodologies, with emphasis on nursing education strategies and patient outcomes in substance use disorder care. Recent publications address quality improvement teaching strategies and faculty workload models.

Awards include 2023 Academy of Nursing Education Fellowship and 2020 Generating Evidence for Nursing Education Award. She previously directed Magnet program re-designation at a Northwest Indiana hospital.

Teaching spans undergraduate, graduate, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs, covering evidence-based practice, nursing informatics, and educational theory. Active in JBI’s systematic review training and evidence implementation fellowships.

Labs/Teams: Leads ICEBNP, collaborating globally to translate research into clinical practice. Personal interests include abstract art creation and intricate fiber arts.