Rebeka Watson Campbell

Rebeka Watson Campbell, PhD, RN, CNE, serves as Associate Professor and Undergraduate Studies Coordinator in the School of Nursing at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Her research bridges nursing education innovation with palliative care practice, focusing on clinical training systems and healthcare accreditation readiness.

Her academic credentials include:

• PhD in Nursing Science and Education (UTMB Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences)
• BSN in Nursing Science (UTMB School of Nursing)
• Specialized certifications: CITI Human Subjects Research, IPE Facilitation, Lean Six Sigma White Belt, TEAMStepps Master Trainer, ATI Champion, and Online Teaching Certification

Dr. Watson Campbell's scholarly work demonstrates consistent innovation in nursing pedagogy. Her publications reveal a strategic focus on solving critical workforce challenges through collaborative clinical placements, pandemic-responsive training models, and accreditation preparation systems. The research trajectory shows increasing emphasis on interprofessional frameworks and real-world simulation, with recent work addressing the psychological dimensions of hospice transitions.

Her publications (2015-2022) collectively establish a signature approach: developing practical, student-centered solutions for complex healthcare environments. The body of work shows particular strength in translating accreditation standards into active learning experiences while maintaining rigorous academic standards.

Major recognitions include:

• The 2024 Innovations in Health Science Education Annual Conference Best Poster Award (2024)
• UTMB SON Alumni Association Hall of Fame induction (2016)
• UTMB SON Student Nurses Association Funniest Faculty (2015)
• Good Samaritan Excellence in Nursing Award Bronze Medalist (2015)
• UTMB SON Baccalaureate Accelerated Track Outstanding Faculty Award (2013)
• UTMB SON Student Nurses Association Most Inspirational Faculty (2012)
• 12th Annual Sealy Forum on Aging Best Student Poster (2008)

Dr. Watson Campbell has secured competitive research funding through the Mock Call IPE Activity grant (Provost's Office, 2020) and the Beverly and F.A. Odem Endowment for Nursing Research (2017). As Undergraduate Studies Coordinator, she mentors nursing students through curriculum development and clinical placement innovation. Her professional leadership extends to the National League of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau, and Texas Nurses Association where she advances interprofessional education standards.