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Kathleen M. Turner, DNP, RN, serves as Associate Professor at Duke University School of Nursing, teaching core courses in MSN and ABSN Programs including professional development, leadership, and transition curricula while mentoring DNP students in scholarly projects.
Her academic credentials include a BSN from University of Vermont, MSN (Nursing Administration) and DNP from Duke University School of Nursing, complemented by American Heart Association Healthcare Provider certification. Over thirty years of clinical experience span adult health critical care, administration, and education across roles including Assistant Head Nurse, Nurse Manager, and Clinical Educator.
Research focuses on transformative nursing education and healthcare delivery through Baccalaureate Nursing Education, Leadership in Health Care, Ethics, End of Life Care, Adult Health Clinical Practice, Patient Safety, and Interprofessional Education. Her clinical work remains anchored in Duke University Hospital's intensive care units, particularly the Neuroscience Center.
Professional affiliations include American Association of Critical Care Nurses, American Nurses Association, North Carolina Nurses Association, American Organization of Nurse Executives, and Sigma Theta Tau International, reflecting deep engagement with nursing scholarship and practice standards.
