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Lee Hardin is an Associate Professor at the Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, Samford University, with 25 years of clinical and leadership experience in nursing. Her expertise spans critical care, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and medical-surgical nursing across multiple healthcare settings.
Dr. Hardin holds the following degrees:
- DNP in Nursing Administration from Samford University
- MBA in International Business from Salem International University
- MSN in Nursing and Health Systems Administration from University of Alabama at Birmingham
- BSN in Nursing from University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Post Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education from Samford University
Her research integrates leadership development with contemporary nursing challenges. Key focus areas include:
- Implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion frameworks in healthcare education
- Developing anti-incivility strategies for nursing practice environments
- Advancing grief and loss management protocols
- Optimizing healthcare quality through organizational compliance systems
Recent publications demonstrate her focus on pandemic-era educational adaptation, with studies examining distance learning innovations for DNP programs and evidence-based communication skill development. Her work consistently bridges theoretical knowledge with clinical application through technology-enhanced pedagogy.
Professional recognition includes:
- CNE Grant Project Mentor (2023)
- Samford University Academic Achievement Award (2017)
- Birmingham VA Medical Center Special Contribution Award (2016)
- UAB Outstanding Nursing Graduate Award (2004)
Dr. Hardin actively mentors faculty and students through grant initiatives while teaching across nursing, business, and healthcare administration programs. Her collaborative approach drives interdisciplinary projects like Simulation Theater for DEI implementation and mobile health technology applications, reflecting her commitment to transforming nursing education through team-based innovation.
