Jennifer L Nahum

Jennifer L Nahum is a Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing at NYU Meyers, where she plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of pediatric nursing professionals. Her work integrates academic instruction with clinical expertise in pediatric acute care and emergency medicine, with a strong emphasis on equity and inclusivity for children with disabilities and underserved populations.

Education:

• DNP - NYU Meyers
• MSN - University of Pennsylvania
• BSN - University of Pennsylvania

Dr. Nahum's research and teaching focus on enhancing nursing education through experiential learning and simulation, particularly in disability-inclusive care. Her work emphasizes developing nursing students' knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSAs) to address health disparities and improve patient outcomes. She has led innovative projects integrating disability content into pediatric simulations and evaluating real-time patient reporting tools in oncology settings.

Her recent publications reveal a consistent trend in patient-centered, evidence-based interventions in pediatric and chronic disease care, with a strong educational component. These works span simulation-based teaching, diabetes screening practices, and digital health tools for symptom monitoring, reflecting a commitment to translating research into clinical and educational practice.

Scientific Awards and Honors:

• Valedictorian, NYU (2016)
• Distinguished Student, NYU (2016)
• Dean's List, NYU (2015)
• Citation, Philadelphia City Council (2009)
• Mayoral Proclamation (2009)
• Claire Fagan Award (2007)

Dr. Nahum is actively involved in mentoring nursing students and collaborating with professional organizations such as the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Sigma Theta Tau. She advocates for policy changes to improve pediatric care and participates in community initiatives supporting children with disabilities and their families. While no formal grants are listed, her quality improvement projects and educational interventions demonstrate leadership in evidence-based practice implementation.

She is also engaged in curriculum development, particularly in pediatric and family nurse practitioner programs, using simulation and real-world case studies to enhance communication and clinical decision-making skills.