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Education

• DNP, Â鶹´«Ã½, 2014
• MSN, Â鶹´«Ã½ (Neonatal), 2013
• BSN, Â鶹´«Ã½, 2009
• BA, University of Miami (Criminology), 2007

Research Interests

• Thermoregulation in Neonates
• Importance of Mock Codes on Nursing Confidence and Neonatal Outcomes
• Using Technology for Oxygen Control through Respiratory Devices in the NICU

Ongoing Research Support

• NICU Oxygen Control Study, University of Missouri, NIH Grant, Study at Studer Family Children’s Hospital (begins 2021)

Selected Publications

• Felton, A., & Cheshire, K. (2018). Simulation-based training and debriefing, utilizing emergency scenarios involving mock codes, to improve neonatal resuscitation clinical competency, retention of skills, confidence, and comfort level of NICU caregivers. Neonatal Network, 37(6), e16-e17.

Teaching

Masters Courses

• MCN 571 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in the Neonatal and Pediatric Acute Care NP
• MSN Neonatal Clinical Courses

Doctoral Courses

• NU 674 Project Planning and Development
• Doctor of Nursing Practice Residency Courses

Honors and Awards

• Excellence in Practice Award, Â鶹´«Ã½, 2013
• Spirit of Nursing Award, Â鶹´«Ã½, 2009
• Dean’s Honors List, 2009, 2003-2004
• President’s List, Â鶹´«Ã½, 2008
• Provost's Honor Roll, University of Miami, 2004
• Henry King Stanford Academic Scholarship, University of Miami, 2004-2007
• 100% Florida Bright Futures Scholarship, 2004-2007