Megan Holtmann

Megan Holtmann is a Lecturer of Nursing at McKendree University. Her academic focus spans nursing education, clinical ethics, and pediatric research related to hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. She contributes to studies on patient decision-making and complication mitigation in sickle cell disease.

Education

• D.N.P., McKendree University (2018)
• M.S.N., McKendree University (2016)
• B.S.N., Saint Louis University (2009)

Research Focus

Her work emphasizes pediatric hematology-oncology nursing, with specific expertise in:

• Family decision-making processes for stem cell transplants
• Psychosocial barrier reduction in pediatric care
• Self-management strategies for sickle cell patients
• Multidisciplinary treatment assessment frameworks

Publication Trends

Her research consistently addresses pediatric stem cell transplantation challenges, focusing on decision conflicts (2020), self-management barriers (2018), disease-specific factors (2017), and multidisciplinary care protocols (2015). Works demonstrate strong clinical applicability in hematology-oncology nursing.

Professional Affiliations

• Sigma Theta Tau (Nursing Honor Society)
• Phi Theta Kappa (Academic Honor Society)