معرفی
Nikenge Scales-Fowler serves as Assistant Professor (Clinical) & Director of Clinical Education in the Nurse Anesthesia program at Wayne State University since 2023, previously holding a Guest Lecturer position from 2013-2022. She concurrently maintains clinical practice as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist at Detroit Receiving Hospital since 2012.
Her academic credentials include:
- Doctorate of Nursing Practice, Madonna University (2024)
- Master of Science in Anesthesia, Wayne State University (2012)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Madonna University (1998)
Dr. Scales-Fowler's expertise centers on clinical anesthesia education and critical care practice, with specialization in advanced cardiac life support and surgical intensive care. Her teaching directly integrates current clinical experience through courses like Principles of Anesthesia and Clinical Anesthesia Practicum series across multiple terms.
Professional recognitions include:
- Agatha Hodgins Award (2012, Wayne State University)
- Nurse of the Year Award (2008, Detroit Receiving Hospital)
In her dual academic-clinical role, she oversees clinical training as Director of Clinical Education while actively practicing at Detroit Receiving Hospital. Her teaching portfolio spans Advanced Clinical Practicum, Research and Statistics, and Anesthesia Seminar courses, demonstrating comprehensive program involvement. Professional memberships include the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists and Michigan Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
