Associate Clinical Professor, Nursing
Fotino K. A Quality Improvement Project for Monitoring Surgical Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Clin Nurse Spec. 2021 May-Jun 01;35(3):147-155. doi: 10.1097/NUR.0000000000000589. PMID: 33793177.
Utilizing the influencer model to improve alarm management practices. (Feb, 2017). Horizons (AAMI), 66-70. DOI: 10.2345/0899-8205-51.s2.66
A Magnet community hospital: fewer barriers to nursing research utilization. (2006). Journal of Nursing Administration, 36(7-8), 377-382. DOI: 10.1097/00005110-200607000-00011
I am a clinical expert, with national certifications in both medical-surgical and gerontology nursing. I hold an Advance Practice Registered Nurse license as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). The CNS is an expert in clinical practice, education, research, and consultation to improve outcomes in patient care. I am a board member for local and national organizations, supporting both professional nursing practice and geriatric care. I have published works on implementing evidence-based practices in the hospital setting in addition to presenting at national conferences. In addition to clinical expertise, I have over 20 years of teaching both academically and professionally.
The College’s Evening of Gratitude returned for the first time since 2019 and celebrated donors and supporters whose gifts have fundamentally altered the trajectory of the institution in a positive and impactful way. Additionally, Dr. Joseph Kelley, professor of religious and theological studies, received the Merrimack College Saint Augustine Medal.
