Laura Coles

Laura Coles is an Associate Clinical Professor of Nursing and Director of Traditional Undergraduate Nursing Clinical Education at Roberts Wesleyan University. She joined RWU in August 2013 and specializes in Emergency/Trauma Nursing, Transcultural Nursing, Disaster Nursing, and Post-surgical Care. Her roles include coordinating clinical competencies and teaching courses such as Health Assessment, Capstone Practicum, and Transcultural Nursing.

Education:

• Masters of Science in Nursing Education, University of Phoenix (2014)
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Binghamton University (2006)

Research & Practice: Coles combines clinical expertise with education, focusing on emergency care, global health, and simulation-based learning. She holds certifications as a Certified Emergency Nurse, Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator, and advanced life support credentials (ACLS, PALS, STABLE, BLS).

Professional Involvement:

• Emergency Nurse at URMC Strong West Emergency Department
• Member of Samaritan's Purse Disaster Assistance Response Team (international disaster deployments)
• Item Writer for Certified Emergency Nurse exam
• Active in Simulation Educators of Western NY, Society for Simulation in Healthcare, and Emergency Nurses Association

Teaching & Mentorship: Precepts MNE graduate students and oversees clinical practicums. Coordinates dosage calculation training across nursing courses.