Heather Meyerhoff

Heather Meyerhoff is an Associate Professor in the School of Nursing at Trinity Western University, where she has served since 1999 and currently holds the position of Assistant Dean (Undergraduate Program). She is a distinguished educator recognized for her expertise in pediatric nursing and undergraduate nursing education.

Her academic credentials include:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from McMaster University
• Master of Science in Nursing from the University of British Columbia

Dr. Meyerhoff's research centers on pediatric nursing care for children with chronic illnesses, spiritual dimensions of nursing practice, and innovative pedagogical approaches in nursing education. Her work consistently explores the sacred nature of nurse-patient interactions and the integration of spiritual care within clinical practice, emphasizing culturally sensitive and holistic approaches to healthcare delivery.

Her publication history reveals sustained focus on pediatric nursing and spiritual care, with recent work examining trust dynamics between pediatric nurses and caregivers of medically fragile infants. These contributions demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration across nursing, education, and spiritual health domains.

Her distinguished honors include:

• Davis Distinguished Teaching Award, Trinity Western University (2015)
• Neimier Scholarship, McMaster University (1984)
• Dr. Henry Lymon Hooker 4-year Entrance Scholarship, McMaster University (1982)

In her administrative role as Assistant Dean, Dr. Meyerhoff oversees undergraduate student admissions, progression, and academic advising. She has secured research funding including an SSHRC TWU Internal Grant ($6,230.66 over 2 years) for her 2023-2024 study exploring trust among parents of hospitalized medically fragile infants and pediatric nurses.

Dr. Meyerhoff maintains active professional engagement through her registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives and membership in Trinity Western University's Spiritual Formation Institute, where she integrates scholarly work with spiritual development and professional practice.