HELLO, I'M
Kerrie Parsons MSN-Ed, RN
Nurse Educator
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I believe in fostering a culture that inspires nurses to take initiative, collaborate effectively, and strive for nursing excellence. This approach cultivates a new generation of nurse leaders.
Teaching
Philosophy
Professional
Goals
Curriculum
Vitae
Certifications
NLN Core
Competencies
Professional
& Academic
Memberships
Assignment Exemplars
Letters of
Reference
Kerrie Parsons
MSN in Nursing Education
UMass Dartmouth College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Dartmouth, MA
email: kerrieparsons@comcast.net
Philosophy of Teaching
The pursuit of educating nurses has been my lifelong dream, influenced by personal experiences at Charlton Memorial Hospital and Brockton Hospital School of Nursing. Over time, my teaching philosophy has evolved beyond traditional lecturing, emphasizing engagement to promote nurses' comprehension and application of nursing knowledge, concepts, and processes. Recognizing the inherent power dynamics in various educational settings underscores the importance of fostering an environment conducive to autonomous learning.
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Teaching embodies the intricate process of imparting knowledge with an artful engagement that transforms learners. Beyond sound teaching methods, I believe exceptional educators possess the foresight to tailor their approach to their learners' unique needs and characteristics. The most impactful teachers are adept at delivering knowledge with a palpable passion, conveying a sense of transmitting invaluable insights. Enthusiasm creates an environment where learning becomes an engaging and transformative journey for nurses.
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Mastering a profession like nursing requires the integration of various learning modalities, going beyond mere memorization. Successful professional learning involves a deep understanding and practical application of knowledge and internalizing values and ethics inherent to the profession. This comprehensive approach ensures the retention of information and facilitates its application in the dynamic context of nursing practice. My goal for nurses is for them to become active in their learning. As a nurse educator, I aim to successfully guide nurses to the culmination of their nursing knowledge journey, ensuring they have employed every effort to facilitate positive outcomes, including successful knowledge acquisition and sustained enthusiasm for ongoing learning.
Curriculum Vitae
I am a seasoned Registered Nurse with an extensive track record of over two decades in diverse nursing roles including PCU, ICU, CCU, and Interventional Radiology. Additionally, I have contributed to the Dartmouth Public Schools as a substitute school nurse.
My commitment to nursing education is demonstrated through my roles as a Clinical Instructor and Simulation Operator at UMass Dartmouth. The experience of teaching within the UMass Dartmouth nursing program has proven exceptionally gratifying, prompting my desire to transition into a more permanent position within the field.
Education
May 2024
Master of Science in Nursing Education University of Massachusetts Dartmouth-
Dartmouth, MA
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Summa Cum Laude (GPA 4.0)
May 2008
Baccalaureate Degree in Science.
Curry College of Nursing – Milton, MA
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Cum Laude
Experience
1997 - Present
Southcoast Hospitals Group;
Charlton Memorial and St. Luke's Hospital
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March 2025 Professional Development - Nurse Educator Role
2002-2025 Interventional Radiology Staff Nurse/Per-Diem Nurse
2000-2012 Critical Care Staff Nurse/Per-Diem Nurse
1997-2000 Telemetry Staff Nurse/Resource Nurse
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Manage patients actively experiencing an MI, CVA, ARDS, ARF, CHF, GI Bleed, etc.
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Wean post-op patients from IV vasopressors and ventilators.
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Care for terminally ill patients by advocating and implementing DNR/CMO status while offering support to grieving families.
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Orient new nurses to the unit on Telemetry, ICU, CCU, and IR.
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Administer moderate sedation and support patients during both elective and emergent biopsies, drain insertions, angiograms, tube insertions, kyphoplasty, and other minimally invasive procedures that may cause discomfort and/or anxiety.
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Collaborate with nursing and non-nursing staff and leadership to enhance patient safety and provide care aligned with Southcoast's mission to improve health and promote wellness for the individuals and communities we serve.
2019 - Present
May 1997
Diploma in nursing.
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing - Brockton, MA
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Associate degree in science,
Fisher College – Boston, MA.
Clinical Nurse Instructor/Lead Lab Instructor
Simulation Operator - UMass Dartmouth College of Nursing
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Guide Sophomore, Junior & Senior Student Nurses through their med-surg rotation in an acute care setting.
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Team lead in the undergraduate nursing lab.
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Correct & provide feedback on students' care maps, med math, lab worksheets, etc.
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Provide written evaluations of students’ clinical performance.
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Provide letters of recommendation to students seeking employment.
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Operate the simulated mannequin in the Nursing Simulation Lab at UMass Dartmouth using Laerdal software.
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Taught clinical remotely during the pandemic, leveraging tools like virtual simulation, shared Microsoft docs, voice threads, zoom, gamification, and other resources.
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Created PowerPoint presentations and other related tools to help nursing students understand and comprehend the concepts being taught.
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Developed a game that can be used in person or remotely called “Nurse Friendly Feud” utilizing gamification to promote long-term memory through experiential learning.
2016 - 2019
Substitute School Nurse, Dartmouth Public Schools
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Administer daily medications such as methylphenidate, SC insulin, and insulin pump.
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Manage chronic illnesses including adolescent diabetes with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), ADHD, Diabetes, seizures, asthma, and bronchitis.
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Assess and treat minor head injuries, fractured bones, scrapes, or bruises.
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Assess acutely ill students and determine whether they can return to class or should be dismissed.
Professional and Academic Memberships
I am an active member of :
Community Involvement
I served as the George H. Potter Elementary School PTO President from 2017-2023, during which time we raised over $20k annually to fund school field trips, organize free fun family nights, and more. To the right is a picture of me in 2023 with the PTO Vice President and Treasurer serving ice cream to the teachers during teacher appreciation week.
I currently serve on the Town of Dartmouth, MA Finance Committee where I attend weekly meetings to review the town department budgets and offer recommendations to town meeting members when voting at annual town meetings.
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Project Exemplars
Gamification: Created a game called
Nurse Friendly Feud focused on Heart Failure.
Click here to download and play.
Click here to view my design for a
Healthcare System in America.
Created a Google Classroom for
Senior Level Community Nursing Class
click here.
Created a high-fidelity PE simulation.
Click here to download.
Click here for paper on "Improving Nursing Students’ Sense of Well-Being Using the Health Promotion Model"
Created Syllabus for
Senior Level Community Nursing Class
Click to view.
Download my Case Study
on ETOH & Liver disease.
Download My Vision Presentation
Click anywhere on the poster to download the full research report.
