Christen Sadler

Christen Sadler serves as an Assistant Professor in Undergraduate Studies at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) School of Nursing. A Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Certified Nurse Educator (CNE), and Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE), she holds dual fellowships including Fellow of the Academy (FACCE) from Lamaze International.

Education:

• MSN - Master of Science in Nursing, University of Texas at Austin
• BA - Bachelor of Arts (English Language and Literature), Davidson College

Her research centers on maternal-child health outcomes through nursing education innovations, with emphasis on childbirth education accessibility, cultural competence in perinatal care, and simulation-based learning. She investigates how educational interventions impact delivery outcomes and develops DEI-focused curricula for maternal healthcare training. Her work bridges clinical midwifery practice with evidence-based educational strategies to address health disparities among immigrant populations.

Scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on perinatal education efficacy and cultural immersion methodologies, with recent publications analyzing Central American immigrant family outcomes and simulation redesign for inclusive learning. Her research trajectory demonstrates increasing emphasis on global health perspectives and structural competency in nursing education.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the Academy (FACCE), Lamaze International
• Roberto Logrono, M.D. Award for Professionalism in Health Care (2023)
• Outstanding Faculty in UTMB Traditional BSN Program (2022)
• Elizabeth T. Anderson Endowment for Community Health (2021)
• John Winston Carter Scholarship, Texas Woman’s University (2020)

As an active mentor in the BAMBI Advocacy Student Scholars Program, Sadler trains nursing students in childbirth education while contributing to professional development through Lamaze International leadership and Texas Nurses’ Association representation. Her grant activities include CITI-certified research in biomedical ethics and social-behavioral studies, though specific funding details aren't disclosed. Professional service extends to global health symposia and AACN conference presentations on curriculum innovation.

She maintains active membership in seven national organizations including American College of Nurse Midwives and Sigma Theta Tau International, demonstrating integrated engagement across clinical practice, education research, and professional advocacy spheres.