Molly Roche

Molly Roche is an Associate Professor of Nursing at Youngstown State University (YSU), where she has taught for 15 years, focusing on BSN and RN-BSN programs. She holds an MSN (1987) and BSN (1979) from Kent State University, and an AAS from YSU (1978). She transitioned the RN-BSN program to an online format and is active in nursing education advocacy.

Education:

• MSN – Kent State University, 1987
• BSN – Kent State University, 1979
• AAS – Youngstown State University, 1978

Research & Teaching: Specializes in nursing leadership, health assessment, and community health. Her work emphasizes applying classroom concepts to clinical practice and fostering lifelong learning. She has developed courses like Nursing Leadership and Senior Capstone, which were recognized as finalists for awards.

Awards:

• 2015 Distinguished Professor Award (YSU)
• 2019 Nurse Educator Award (Ohio Nurses Association)

Grants & Contributions: Co-led an Ohio Board of Nursing grant ($186K, 2015–2017) and participated in nursing education initiatives like the Information Literacy Fellowship Project.

Labs/Teams: Active in the District Three Ohio Nurses Association, serving on the Nursing Practice Committee board.