Dana Burns

Dana Burns is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Adult Health and Nursing Systems at Virginia Commonwealth University. She holds a D.N.P. from Florida Atlantic University, Post-master FNP from Florida Atlantic University, M.S.N. from Columbia University, and B.S.N. from the University of Rhode Island.

Her research focuses on resilience and mindfulness in clinical and academic environments, investigating how mindfulness practices impact student success, patient outcomes, and clinician well-being. Her work is grounded in Caring Science theory. She teaches across the Family Nurse Practitioner curriculum including courses in Family-Centered Care, Diagnosis and Management in Family Practice, and Primary Care of Select Populations.

Dr. Burns maintains clinical practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner and coordinates research on mindfulness interventions to improve healthcare outcomes. She has published on nurse practitioner clinical education models, burnout prevention, and interprofessional education.