Christine DiRie

Christine M. DiRie, RN, MSN, is an Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Missouri at St. Louis College of Nursing since January 2012. With 25 years of clinical experience in St. Louis County across diverse settings including ICU, home health, and labor & delivery, she specializes in maternal-newborn nursing education using obstetrical simulation. Her research focuses on paternal engagement in child development and occupational stress in healthcare workers.

Education:

• ADN - St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley
• BSN - Maryville University
• MSN - University of Missouri at St. Louis (2011)
• Ph.D. in Nursing - Currently pursuing

Research Focus: Explores family dynamics through paternal engagement and examines psychological experiences of healthcare providers. Combines clinical expertise with educational innovation in nursing curricula.

Professional Affiliations:

• Mary Reardon Castles Research Award (2011)
• College of Nursing Faculty Excellence Award (2020-2021)
• Missouri Nurses Association member
• Sigma Theta Tau (Nu Chi chapter)
• Association of Women’s Health, Obstetrical, and Neonatal Nurses