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Professor Coleman has been a nursing professor since 2001, following the completion of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at the University of Iowa. She spent the first 20 years of her academic career teaching in a BSN program in Arkansas before relocating to Iowa and joining the faculty at Allen College in 2020. Her areas of expertise include health assessment and pediatric nursing. Throughout her career, she has taught a wide range of nursing courses in both online and in-person formats. She maintains active certifications in pediatric nursing and nursing education. She is dedicated to student engagement and committed to promoting excellence in nursing education.
Education:
MSN, University of Iowa
BSN, University of Iowa
BA, Biology, Luther College
Professional Certifications:
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP)
Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
Licensed by the state of Iowa as a Registered Nurse (RN) and an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
Professional Memberships:
American Nurses Association
Iowa League for Nursing Education
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
National League for Nursing
Sigma Theta Tau International
Teaching Concentration:
Health assessment, pediatrics
What do you enjoy most about teaching at Allen College?
The words that best describe my experience at Allen College are teamwork, collegiality, and a family-like atmosphere. The college consistently achieves a high level of student success while maintaining a remarkably low attrition rate. As a small institution, it allows faculty to truly get to know each student and provide personalized support to help them succeed.