Jean Yockey

Jean Yockey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nursing at the University of South Dakota's School of Health Sciences. With a PhD in Nursing Education (2015), she specializes in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pathophysiology, and Professional Identity formation.

• Doctorate from University of Northern Colorado
• Active in interprofessional education and simulation design
• Recipient of multiple teaching excellence awards

Her research focuses on student learning success and professional identity formation, including innovative game-based approaches to teaching social determinants of health. Recent publications highlight her work on simulation anxiety, wellness initiatives, and clinical judgment templates.

Notable awards include Nurse Educator of the Year (2021), Champion of Inclusive Excellence (2018), and multiple Excellence in Teaching recognitions. She has led grants like 'Strategies for Health' (2017-2023) and developed simulation modules for cardiovascular care and infection control.