Sarah Urban

Dr. Sarah Urban is a Professor in the School of Nursing at Maranatha Baptist University (MBU), joining the faculty in fall 2024. She brings over fourteen years of experience in nursing, encompassing clinical practice, education, leadership as a department chair/director, and research. Her work is deeply rooted in a Christian worldview, emphasizing biblical principles in nursing education and practice.

Education:

• PhD in Nursing Education Specialization, Walden University
• MSN in Nursing Education, Pensacola Christian College
• BSN in Nursing, Pensacola Christian College

Dr. Urban is a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) through the National League for Nursing, affirming her expertise in nursing pedagogy. Her research and professional focus center on nursing education, particularly curriculum development, clinical judgment, and the integration of Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) standards. She advocates for Christian professionals in healthcare and is passionate about shaping nurses who uphold a biblical worldview.

Her recent publication addresses innovative strategies for NGN implementation through collaboration among educators. This reflects broader trends in nursing education toward competency-based assessment and clinical reasoning development.

Professional Affiliations:

• Sigma Theta Tau International Nurses’ Honor Society
• Nurses’ Christian Fellowship

Dr. Urban is actively involved in academic service as a member of the Committee for Instructional Excellence. While no formal advisees or grants are listed in the available text, her leadership roles suggest experience in mentoring and program development. She is likely engaged in curriculum innovation and faculty development within the School of Nursing.

Laboratories, Teams, and Initiatives:

Though no formal lab is mentioned, Dr. Urban participates in collaborative educational initiatives, particularly those focused on instructional excellence and NGN integration. She works within a multidisciplinary team of nursing educators to advance teaching methodologies and student outcomes.