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Donna White is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Duquesne University's School of Nursing, serving as Director of Graduate Clinical Faculty & Clinical Affairs. She holds national board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center and has over 25 years of clinical experience in primary care, cardiovascular surgical nursing, and retail clinic operations.
Education:
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Family Nurse Practitioner, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Research Focus: Dr. White's work centers on leadership resilience, team engagement, and healthcare delivery for underserved populations. Her expertise spans family practice, internal medicine, global health outreach (notably in the Dominican Republic), and mentoring strategies to transition academic skills into clinical practice.
Academic Contributions: Recent publications examine pictorial hygiene education in underserved communities, BRCA awareness, and leadership dynamics in retail clinics. Her work emphasizes practical education models and improving patient outcomes through team development.
Honors:
- 2023 - APANP Board of Directors
- 2020-2021 - NONPF Leadership Mentoring Program
- 2019 - First Place Poster in Global Health
- 2014 - Golden Key International Honour Society
- 2009 - Cameos of Caring nominee
- 1994 - Sigma Theta Tau, Eta Chapter
Professional Leadership: Dr. White actively advocates for Full Practice Authority in Pennsylvania and has directed national cross-functional teams in retail clinical operations. She also teaches CPR for the American Heart Association, blending clinical, educational, and community service roles.
