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Priscilla Lopez serves as ABSN Coordinator, Assistant Professor/Clinical Instructor, and Academic Advisor at the University of Bridgeport's School of Nursing within the College of Health Sciences. With 18 years of clinical nursing experience in pediatric special needs and school nursing, she bridges practice and education. Her current roles include teaching NURS 325 (Caring for the Childrearing) and NURS 201 (Introduction to Professional Nursing), alongside clinical supervision in local schools.
- Education: Pursuing DHSc in Health Sciences (Education focus) at University of Bridgeport (2024–present)
- MSN in Nursing Leadership & Education (Summa Cum Laude, 2020–2022)
- BSN and ADN from St. Vincent's College (2011–2014 and 2004–2007)
Her research focuses on advancing nursing pedagogy and UDL implementation. She contributed to the AACN's simulated nursing grand rounds toolkit, emphasizing core competencies in nursing education. Recognized through the Doctoral Assistance Scholarship, Lopez is an AACN Essentials Champion and UDL cohort member, committed to aligning curricula with national standards.
- Awards: Doctoral Assistance Scholarship
Advising and curriculum development are central to her work, with active involvement in NAHN and Sigma Theta Tau Mu Chi. She maintains clinical practice through per diem nursing in pediatric special needs facilities.
