Kimberly Downing

Kimberly Downing is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at Charleston Southern University (CSU), specializing in critical care nursing and nursing education. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing Education from CSU in 2013 and has taught there since, combining 12 years of clinical experience with her role in mentoring students in a Christian environment.

• Education: MSN (2013), Charleston Southern University

Her research focuses on healthcare simulation and interprofessional education, particularly through team training and cervical spine injury management protocols. She has presented at conferences like the Lowcountry Nursing Research Fair and the Southeast Athletic Trainers’ Association Educators’ Conference.

• Progressive Care Certified Nurse
• Sigma Theta Tau member
• Certificate in Simulation (Drexel University)

Kimberly actively contributes to organizations such as the American Nurses Association and the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, emphasizing faith-based mentorship in nursing education.