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Carol J. Ratcliffe is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Healthcare Administration and Informatics at the School of Public Health, Samford University. She also holds a secondary appointment in the Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing. She earned her DNP in administration from Samford University, MSN in administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and BSN from the University of Alabama.
- DNP, Administration, Samford University
- MSN, Administration, University of Alabama at Birmingham
- BSN, University of Alabama
Her research and expertise span healthcare and nursing administration, transformational leadership, strategic planning, shared governance, clinical nurse leader roles, and nursing workforce development. She has been instrumental in advancing patient safety and quality through leadership in statewide initiatives. Her work emphasizes leadership theory, evidence-based management, and innovative communication in nursing education.
Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on nursing leadership, healthcare management, patient safety, and educational innovation. Themes include the development of clinical nurse leader roles, transformational leadership models, infection prevention systems, and strategies to enhance nursing student communication skills. Her work bridges academic theory with practical healthcare application.
Notable awards include:
- 60for60 Honoree, University of Alabama Black Alumni Association (2023)
- Visionary Leader Award, UAB School of Nursing (2021)
- George Macon Memorial Award for Teaching, Samford University (2019-2020)
- Inductee, Alabama Nursing Hall of Fame (2011)
- Fellow, American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE)
Dr. Ratcliffe has served as a mentor, invited speaker, and leader in professional organizations. She was founding co-leader of the Alabama Health Action Coalition and has contributed to policy through appointments by the Governor to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council and the Alabama Health Care Improvement Task Force. Her leadership extends to curriculum development, program implementation, and national presentations on nursing leadership and education.
She has led major initiatives including the development of the first bloodless medicine and surgery program in Louisiana and the implementation of the clinical nurse leader role in a non-government hospital in Birmingham. Her work continues to influence nursing practice, education, and policy across Alabama and beyond.
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