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Voncella McCleary-Jones serves as Professor and Associate Dean for Academic, Faculty & Student Affairs at Wichita State University's College of Health Professions, leveraging 30 years of higher education experience (spanning faculty and administrative roles) and 40 years as a registered nurse to advance academic leadership and nursing education.
Her credentials include a PhD, RN-BC (Registered Nurse-Board Certified), CNE (Certified Nurse Educator), and dual fellowships: Academy of Nursing Education (ANEF) and American Academy of Nursing (FAAN). As a Harvard Macy Scholar, she demonstrates commitment to innovative educational methodologies in health professions.
Research focuses on Nursing education reform, Clinical Education pedagogy, Health Professions curriculum development, and evidence-based Nurse Educator training. Her work emphasizes preparing healthcare professionals through competency-driven frameworks and interdisciplinary collaboration within academic-clinical settings.
Major recognitions include:
- Fellow, Academy of Nursing Education (ANEF)
- Fellow, American Academy of Nursing (FAAN)
- Harvard Macy Scholar
As Associate Dean, she oversees faculty development, academic policy, and student affairs while securing research grants for nursing education initiatives. Her clinical nursing background directly informs mentorship of future healthcare educators and practitioners, though specific advisees aren't detailed in available materials. Current work prioritizes integrating technology into clinical training and addressing workforce shortages through academic pipeline development.
