Douglas
Stephens,
DNP, ACNP-BC
Lead Faculty Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program
Jacksonville State University
Dr. Stephens is an Associate Professor for the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program in the Graduate Nursing Department. I am a committed, compassionate healthcare professional, offering broad-based leadership and teaching experience within various clinical specialties, focusing on quality improvement in Critical Care and Palliative care in the intensive care unit. This expertise guides a foundation for graduate nursing education to effectively promote safe and quality care through collaborative inter-professional healthcare teams. I continue to pursue innovative use of simulation for healthcare education.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Integrating interprofessional education and immersive simulation into healthcare curriculums is more than just a theoretical concept. It is a practical approach that leads to tangible improvements in patient outcomes and satisfaction. By preparing future healthcare professionals to work collaboratively, we promote a culture of effective teamwork that ultimately results in better-quality patient care. This is especially crucial as the demand for high-quality, patient-centered care continues to increase in today's complex healthcare landscape. Preparing students for interprofessional…