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Michael M. EvansThe Pennsylvania State University, College of Nursing, Scranton Campus

120 Ridge View Dr. Dunmore, PA 18512570-963-2652 (W), 570-963-2651 (F)

mme124@psu.edu

EDUCATION

The Pennsylvania State University 2013-2016PhD in NursingDissertation Title: “Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognitionin Advanced Heart Failure Patients”

The Pennsylvania State University 2012-2013Foundations for Online Teaching CertificateInstructional Practice Certificate 2017-2018Completed supplemental courses: OL 3000: Supporting Accessibility 2018-PresentFor Online Learners; OL 3100: Teaching the Adult Learner; OL 3200: Serving The Military and Veteran Student; OL 3800: Excellence in Academic Advising; OL 3825: Excellence in Advising: Under-Resourced Students

Capella University 2010-2012Master of Science in Education with a Specialization in Professional Studies Capstone Project: “A Guide to Nurse Faculty Mentoring”

Misericordia University Master of Science in Nursing with a Specialization in Adult Heath 2004-2008and a Sub-Specialization in Nursing EducationSynthesis Project: “An Evidence Based Practice Project to Improve Glucose Control in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus”

The Pennsylvania State University 2002-2003Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The Pennsylvania State University 1999-2002Associate of Science in Nursing

AWARDS

Janet Williamson Award for Excellence in Teaching 2021Penn State Scranton Alumnus of the Year 2020University College Faculty Teaching Award 2018Excellence in Academic Advising Award 2017Dr. Richard J. & Sally Matthews Award for Scholarly Activity 2016in Recognition of Outstanding Research ActivitiesGeorge W Atherton Award for Excellence in Teaching 2014

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Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses Career Mobility Scholarship 2013 1 of 14 PSU faculty selected to attend The Inaugural Schreyer’s Institute 2012Course Design AcademyPenn State Advisory Board Award for Teaching 2013 Penn State Gertude Hawk Service Award 2011; 2019Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses Career Mobility Scholarship 2010The National Scholars Honor Society 2009Dr. Marci Jones Award 2008Who’s Who Among Executives and Professionals in Nursing and Healthcare 2007Madison Who’s Who Among Nursing Professionals 2007The G. Fred Dibona, Jr. Scholarship from the Pennsylvania Higher Education 2006 Foundation

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 2019-PresentAssistant Dean of Undergraduate Nursing Education at theCommonwealth Campuses

Oversee the operations of the undergraduate nursing program at various Penn State campuses.

Ensure curricular consistency and quality across campuses. Monitor the systematic revision, implementation and evaluation of all

undergraduate curricula. Develop and implement strategies to improve students’ scores on the NCLEX-RN

licensing exam. Assist in the recruitment, orientation, and ongoing mentorship of new faculty. Assist in the development and implementation of effective strategies to recruit

high quality students with diverse backgrounds for all program options at the campuses.

Collaborate with faculty and administrators to assure fair, reasonable, prompt and effective resolution of undergraduate student and faculty issues.

Pennsylvania State University, Dunmore, PA 2013-2019Assistant Chief Academic Officer

Oversee and administer the hiring program for part-time faculty, as directed by the CAO. Develop advertisements, solicit and collect resumes, and interview candidates. Obtain disciplinary approvals from appropriate faculty members and recommend part-time faculty members to be hired. Ensure that appointments are processed in a timely manner and in accordance with policy.

Coordinate the assignment of part-time faculty to the schedule of courses. Provide orientation to newly hired part-time faculty regarding faculty procedures,

responsibilities, and services.

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Function as a liaison between newly hired part-time faculty and full-time disciplinary faculty teaching the same or similar courses. Help the CAO build and nurture mentoring relationships among these faculty members.

Develop and provide professional development activities for part-time faculty that will improve instruction at the campus. Oversee peer reviews for part-time faculty.

Manage performance-related matters regarding part-time faculty, including the handling of student complaints, in consultation with CAO.

Orient all faculty regarding faculty procedures, responsibilities and services. Ensure compliance with University policies, procedures and Affirmative Action.

Review and respond to a variety of student academic issues and concerns, such as requests for reinstatements/withdrawals and complaints about faculty members, as per policy.

Perform other duties as assigned by the CAO, including representing the CAO at meetings, conducting studies and analyses, and overseeing a unit within Academic Affairs.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

The Pennsylvania State University, Dunmore, PA 2021-PresentTeaching Professor of Nursing

The Pennsylvania State University, Dunmore, PA 2017-2021Associate Teaching Professor of Nursing

The Pennsylvania State University, Dunmore, PA 2016-PresentGraduate Faculty

Attend monthly graduate affairs meetings Teach graduate level nursing education courses Advise MS and DNP students Serve as committee member on DNP capstone projects

The Pennsylvania State University, Dunmore, PAAssistant Clinical Professor of Nursing 2016-2017

The Pennsylvania State University, Dunmore, PAHonor’s Faculty Member 2015 - 2019

Attend Honor’s Program Meetings Advise Honor’s Students within Nursing discipline Teach Honor’s courses as needed Assist Honor’s Program Coordinator in designing and implementing events

The Pennsylvania State University, Dunmore, PA 2008-2016

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Instructor of NursingInterim Coordinator of Campus Nursing Programs October, 2012 – January, 2013

Course Coordinator for Nursing 112: Fundamentals of Nursing, Nursing 114: Childrearing Care, & Nursing 251: Health Assessment

Instruct students in medical/surgical, pediatric, leadership, and psychiatric

clinical experiences and in Health Assessment and clinical calculations

Prepare and present lecture/lab material using a variety of innovative teaching strategies, including blended and online modalities

Prepare class syllabi with other members of the nursing education team

Coordinate and participate in monthly community activities with students (health fairs, walks, clothing drives, etc.)

Instruct faculty, students, and the community in the use of SimMan and Vitalsim products

Member of various nursing and campus committees (Simulation, Assessment, Curriculum, AS Council, RN to BSN Council Honors, Undergraduate Research, and Teaching/Learning Committees)

Advise undergraduate nursing students regarding academic curriculum choices

Co-coordinator simulation lab (2009 – 2012) Coordinate clinical experiences for all students Mentor new faculty members

Pennsylvania State University, Dunmore, PAAdjunct Nursing Instructor 2003-2008

Instruct nursing students in both the classroom and clinical settings (Fundamentals, Learning Lab (with simulation equipment), Med/Surg, Cardiac, Psych, Pediatrics, Men’s Health Issues, Clinical Calculations, Health Assessment, and Community Health)

Prepare and present lecture/lab material using a variety of methods including Microsoft Word and Powerpoint

Prepare class syllabi with other members of the nursing education team

Coordinate and participate in monthly community activities with students [health fairs, walks (Step Out Against Diabetes, Race for the Cure,etc.)

Instruct faculty, students, and the community in the use of SimMan

Misericordia University, Dallas, PAAdjunct Nursing Professor 2007-2008

Instruct and evaluate adult part-time evening senior nursing students in a community health setting and in a simulation lab

Teach the didactic portion of undergraduate pediatric course

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Participate actively in clinical planning and progress team meetings Prepare and present post-conference material using a variety of

teaching strategies Assist with the use of simulation equipment for various undergraduate

and graduate nursing courses

Career Technology Center, Scranton, PAAdjunct Nursing Professor 2005-2011

Instruct and evaluate level 1 and 2 practical nursing students on a med/surg clinical setting

Prepare and present lecture material using a variety of multimediamethods

Actively participate in monthly faculty meetings

Misericordia University, Dallas, PAGraduate Assistant 2005

Assist assigned faculty in program projects and research Assist with grading of various undergraduate assignments and assist

in proctoring of exams Assist faculty with teaching aides and help prepare classroom and

teaching equipment as necessary

COURSES TAUGHT

BBH 119: Behavior, Health, and Disease

Principles of health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment of acute and chronic illness.

Nursing 111: Nursing Roles

Introduction to nursing roles/process with emphasis on societal norms and multicultural influences on health care needs.

Nursing 112: Health Patterns/Nursing Interventions

Emphasis on individual health patterns and selected nursing interventions.

Nursing 114: Nursing Care during Childrearing Years

Emphasis on infancy through young adulthood with common and well-defined health problems, with integrated nursing content.

Nursing 197H: Scholarly Writing in the Health Sciences

Explore, in depth, scholarly writing in the health sciences.

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Nursing 200W: Understanding and Applying Nursing Research (Face-to-Face, Online and Hybrid)

Introduction to methods and philosophy of empirical inquiry as applied to research in nursing and application to practice.

Nursing 212: Pathophysiology II: Nursing Interventions

Caring for middle-aged adults with acute/chronic alterations in metabolism, reproduction, oncology and immunology.

Nursing 216: Clinical Immersion II: Introduction to Concepts of Leadership

Clinical immersion course focusing on patient care and clinical seminars to develop leadership and clinical competencies.

Nursing 251: Health Assessment (Face-to-Face and Online)

Designed to broaden the student's knowledge and skills in health assessment and physical examination across the lifespan.

Nursing 297A: Medication Calculations for Nurses

Application of various methods to safely calculate dosages of medications, including basic conversion ratio and proportion, dimensional analyses and other formulas for accurate dosage calculations.

Nursing 352: Advanced Health Assessment for the Registered Nurse (Online)

This course enhances the RN student's knowledge base with more advanced techniques of interview and examination. The course demands higher-level thinking about complex health assessment challenges and prepares RN students for health assessment study at the graduate level.

Nursing 390: Transition and the Professional Role (hybrid)

Transition to baccalaureate education and professional nursing practice, emphasizing leadership, management, and issues influencing nursing education and practice.

Nursing 401: Concepts of Health (hybrid)

Exploration of current and ancient concepts of health and their respective modes of intervention.

Nursing 403: School Health and Emergency Care of Children and Adolescents

This course will provide techniques for higher levels of care for school health and emergency situations such as seizures, head injuries, sports-related accidents, falls, musculoskeletal injuries, allergic reactions, abdominal trauma, medical conditions, and more for children and adolescents. The course will provide participants with application based education including hands on instruction and return demonstration

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Nursing 417: Family and Community Health Concepts (Hybrid)

Study of the concepts of family and community based nursing care emphasizing multicultural influences on health practices.

Nursing 464: Dying and Death (Hybrid)

Explores attitudes toward death and dying; concept of grief; responsibilities to the dying person and the family.

Nursing 465: Health Concepts for Adults with Complex Health Care Needs (Hybrid)

In-depth study and application of the theoretical principles and roles of adult clients and families with complex healthcare needs.

Nursing 475: Integrated Concepts in Nursing Practice (Hybrid)

Project-based capstone course for application of nursing concepts to health promotion/disease prevention in populations.

Nursing 497D: Men’s Health Issues

Overview of major health issues concerning men today with an emphasis on social, cultural, and health care influences.

Nursing 497D: Compassionate Counseling for Children and Adolescents dealing with Dying, Death, and Other Life Crises (Graduate Course)

Exploring issues involving death occurring in today’s world and strategies designed to help children and adolescents deal with dying, death, and other life crises.

Nursing 597A: Promoting Healthy Lifestyles for the School-Age Population (Graduate Course)

This course will focus on promoting healthy lifestyles for the school age population. The most prevalent health problems of the school age population include issues of physical inactivity, nutrition, and obesity; physical health problems of asthma, diabetes, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; and mental health problems of depression, eating disorders, and substance abuse. This course provides a broad overview of these health problems and discusses the role of the school nurse as a partner with families to promote a healthy lifestyle for the child.

Nursing 5022: Introduction to Pharmacology

Emphasis on the Basic Principles of Pharmacology

Nursing 841: Assessment and Evaluation in Nursing Education (Online Graduate Course)

Methods for assessment, measurement, and evaluation of student learning in academic and clinical settings.

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PSU 008: First-Year Seminar

Facilitate student’s adjustment to the high expectations, demanding workload, increased academic liberties, and other aspects of the transition to college life.

SUPERVISED DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE CAPSTONE PROJECTS

1. McCrea, K. (2021). Person-Centered Care Discharge Planning to Reduce Readmissions in Older Adult Populations. Committee Chair, The Pennsylvania State University.

2. Kustenbauder, P. (2020). Implementation of a Compassion-Based Communication Skills Program for Medical-Surgical/Oncology Nurses. Committee Member, The Pennsylvania State University.

3. Wissemann, J. (2020). Admission Screening for Postpartum Hemorrhage Risk Factors: A Quality Improvement Project. Committee Member, The Pennsylvania State University.

4. Boesh, R. (2017). Evaluating Coordinated Transitional Care as a Model for Readmission Reduction within the hem/onc Population at a Rural Academic Medical Center. Committee Member, The Pennsylvania State University.

5. Dillen, C. (2017). Skin Antiseptics for Cesarean Delivery Patient. Committee Member, The Pennsylvania State University.

6. Vender, L. (2017). Diabetes Screening in Cystic Fibrosis Patients. Committee Member, The Pennsylvania State University.

7. Fitzgerald, P. (2017). Moral Distress Matters: A Quality Improvement Project to Identify, Educate, and Manage Moral Distress in Critical Care Nurses. Committee Member, The Pennsylvania State University.

FUNDED STUDENT PROJECTS

1. DeSanto, L. (2020). $2000. Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Early Socialization to the Nursing Profession.

2. Lucey, M. (2020). $750. Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Early Socialization to the Nursing Profession.

3. Adams, L. (2020). $1020 Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Early Socialization to the Nursing Profession and Regional Conference Presentations.

4. Kowalchik, K. (2020). $1500 Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Assist with a Systematic Review on Serious Mental Illness and Palliative Care and Present at Regional Conferences.

5. Kowalchik, K. (2019). $3500. Erickson Discovery Grant, Penn State University. Complete a Qualitative Study titled, “Nurse Perceptions of Palliative Care and the Impact it has on Palliative Care Referrals in the Acute Care Setting.”

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6. Hunting, A. (2019). $500 Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Early Socialization to the Nursing Profession.

7. Kowalchik, K. (2019). $1800. Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. International Travel Experience to Costa Rica.

8. Adams, L. (2019). $1000. Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Early Socialization to the Nursing Profession.

9. Adams, L. (2019). $500. Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Early Socialization to the Nursing Profession.

10. Kowalchik, K. (2018). $1000. Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Complete a Quality Improvement Project, titled, “Heart Failure Readmission Rates – Does Home Health Teaching Help Prevent Readmission Rates.”

11. Kowalchik, K. (2018) $2000. Student Engagement Grant, Penn State University. Complete a Quantitative Study, titled, “Perceptions of Palliative Care in the Community Setting: An Interventional Study.”

12. Riley, K. (2017). $2500. Student Engagement Grant. Penn State University. Complete a Quantitative Study, titled “Impact of an educational intervention on organ donation attitudes in college-aged students.”

13. Riley, K. (2017). $500. Student Engagement Grant. Penn State University. Present a Poster at a Regional Conference.

SUPERVISED UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/COURSE PROJECTS

1. Lucey, M. (April 5-9, 2021). The Future of Wearable Healthcare Technology. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA. (Won first prize).

2. DeSanto, L. (April 5-9, 2021). The Importance of Early Socialization into the Nursing Profession. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

3. Adams, L., DeSanto, L., & Lucey, M. (April 5-9, 2021). The Role of the Nurse in the Treatment of Persons Impacted by Lyme Disease. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

4. Kowalchik, K. (April 15-17, 2020). Nurses’ Perception of Palliative Care and Its Impact on Palliative Care Referrals in the Acute Care Setting. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Exhibition, Penn State University, State College, PA.

5. Adams, L., Hunting, A., Kowalchik, K. (April 15-23, 2020). The Role of the Medical-Surgical Nurse in the Identification of Elder Abuse. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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6. Salvaterra, R. (April 15-23, 2020). The Impact of Antipsychotics on Behavioral Changes in Residents with Dementia Residing in Long-Term Care Settings. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

7. Kettenburg, L. (April 15-23, 2020). Effects of Omega-3 Consumption on the Development of Dementia. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

8. Beecroft, D. (April 15-23, 2020). Cognitive Benefits of Music Therapy in Persons Living with Alzheimer’s Disease. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

9. Davis, S. (April 15-23, 2020). The Impact of Counseling Services in the Prevention of Depression in Adults Recovering from Cardiac Events. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

10. Patton, P. (April 15-23, 2020). Impact of Nurse Led-Teaching Interventions on Registered Nurses’ Attitudes at End-of-Life. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

11. Lucey, M., Kowalchik, K., & Adams, L. (April 15-23, 2020). The Role of the Medical-Surgical Nurse in the Treatment of Persons Living with Sickle Cell Anemia. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

12. Kowalchik, K. (April 15-23, 2020). Caring for an Opioid Addicted Patient in a Medical Surgical Setting: Best Practice Recommendations. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

13. Kowalchik, K. (April 15-23, 2020). Best Practices for Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

14. Dugan, R. (April 15-23, 2020). Efficacy of Lidocaine Versus Amiodarone in Converting Recurrent Ventricular Arrhythmias in Adults. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

15. Mattina, A. (April 15-23, 2020). Effectiveness of Massage Therapy on Joint Pain in Adult Patients with Lyme Disease. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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16. Karky, K. (April 15-23, 2020). Primary Care Provided by Nurse Practitioners: How Do the Health Outcomes Measure Up? Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

17. Bistran, M. (April 15-23, 2020). The Effectiveness of Using an Assessment Tool to Reduce Patient Violence Toward Nurses. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

18. Bradley, N. (April 15-23, 2020). Veterans with PTSD and Insomnia and the Impacts on Mental Illness. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

19. Reinhart, B. (April 15-23, 2020). The Impact of Holistic and Pharmacological Treatment on Resolution on Chronic Symptoms in Adults with Lyme Disease. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

20. Wegner, S. (April 15-23, 2020). Medical Marijuana vs. Opioids in Treating Chronic Pain. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

21. Stacey, P. (April 15-23, 2020). Distinguishing the Risk Factors of Esophageal Cancer: Silent Reflux and Gastroesophageal Reflex Disease. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

22. Auttonberry, M. (April 15-23, 2020). The Impact of Mercaptopurine Versus Clofarabine on Five Year Survival Rates in Pediatric ALL Patients. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

23. Percival, G. (April 15-23, 2020). The Relationship Between Consumption of Stimulant Beverages in Relation to Relapse Rates in Persons Recovering from Addiction. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

24. Paranich, A. (April 15-23, 2020). Impact of Including a Vegetarian Diet with Standard Treatment on Cancer Remission Rates in Adults. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

25. Czekaj, S. (April 15-23, 2020). Effectiveness of Structured Oral Care in Relation to Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia in Adults. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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26. Coleman, D. (April 15-23, 2020). Effects of Treatment Court on Sobriety. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

27. DeGrazia, C. (April 15-23, 2020). Effectiveness of Physical Therapy on Women who Birthed Through Cesarean Section. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

28. Lozinger, C. (April 15-23, 2020). The Use of Epidurals Versus Spinal Blocks in Relation to Respiratory Complications during Caesarean Sections. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

29. Knutelski, M. (April 15-23, 2020). Incidence of Postpartum Depression in Preterm and Full-Term Births. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

30. Fromert, K. (April 15-23, 2020). The Impact of Animal-Assisted Therapy on Pediatric Oncology Patients’ Distress. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

31. Berger, J. (April 15-23, 2020). Use of Inhaled Steroids in Pediatric Patients with Chronic Asthma: What is the Impact on Growth and Development. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

32. Bakradze, S. (April 15-23, 2020). The Impact of Kangaroo Mother Care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Setting. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

33. Chrysler, S. (April 15-23, 2020). Impact of Nonpharmacological Therapy Versus Methadone on Finnegan Scores in Infants with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

34. Patel, D. (April 15-23, 2020). The Effectiveness of Ketogenic Diet versus Traditional Therapy in Treating Epilepsy in Pediatric Patients. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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35. Walsh, K. (April 15-23, 2020). Impact of Natural Home Birth with a Nurse Midwife Compared to the Traditional Hospital Laboring Process on Obstetric Intervention. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

36. Kowalchik, K. (April 15-23, 2020). Utilizing Holistic Care Throughout the Labor & Delivery Process. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

37. Patel, D. (April 15-23, 2020). Impact of Breastfeeding versus Bottle Feeding on Type 2 Diabetes Development in Women Diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

38. Kowalchik, K. (April 15-23, 2020). Community Members’ Knowledge Regarding Palliative Care: An Interventional Study. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

39. Kowalchik, K. (April 15-23, 2020). Nurses’ Perceptions of Palliative Care and the Impact it has on Palliative Care Referrals in the Acute Care Setting. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

40. Simchak, J. (April 15-23, 2020). Complimentary Alternative Therapy Versus Pharmaceutical Treatment in Persons Living with Irritable Bowel Disease and Their Overall Quality of Life. Poster Presentation at the Undergraduate Research Web Showcase, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

41. Kowalchik, K. (March 26, 2020). Nurses’ Perception of Palliative Care and Its Impact on Palliative Care Referrals in the Acute Care Setting. Poster Presentation at Eastern Nursing Research Society 31st Annual Scientific Sessions – School Selected Poster – Conference Cancelled due to COVID-19 Pandemic. ** Won First Prize for BS Poster Submissions.

42. Adams, L. (November 13, 2019). The Importance of Early Socialization into the Nursing Profession. Presented at the Student Engagement Summit and Expo in State College, PA.

43. Kowalchik, K. (November 13, 2019). Utilizing Holistic Care Throughout the Labor & Delivery Process. Presented at the Student Engagement Summit and Expo in State College, PA.

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44. Hayner, M. (May 9, 2019). Combating Traumatic Brain Injuries with Educational Interventions. Presented at the 2019 Beta Sigma Research Day: Moving the Art and Science of Nursing forward in State College, PA. **

45. Augustin, T. (May 9, 2019). Effectiveness of Metronidazole versus Vancomycin Therapy in Treating C. Diff Infection in Adults. Presented at the 2019 Beta Sigma Research Day: Moving the Art and Science of Nursing forward in State College, PA. **

46. Lindemuth, M. (May 9, 2019). Benefits of Pet Therapy in Alzheimer’s Patients. Presented at the 2019 Beta Sigma Research Day: Moving the Art and Science of Nursing forward in State College, PA. **

47. Hebron, B. (April 18, 2019). The Impact of Nutritional Values and Iron Levels in Breastfed Infants: What the Evidence Shows. Presented at the 9th Annual Penn State Eastern Undergraduate Research Symposium, Hazleton, PA. **

48. Franceski, K. (April 18, 2019). Exercise-Based Cardiac Rehab vs. Standard Care on Cardiovascular Mortality in U.S. Men and Women with a History of Cardiovascular Disease: What the Evidence Shows. Presented at the 9th Annual Penn State Eastern Undergraduate Research Symposium, Hazleton, PA. **

49. Kowalchik, K. (April 18, 2019). Teaching Intervention to Enhance Knowledge on Palliative Care Referrals: What the Evidence Shows. Presentation at the College of Nursing, Collaborative Seminar Series, University Park, PA.

50. Kowalchik, K. (April 17, 2019). Teaching Intervention to Enhance Knowledge on Palliative Care Referrals: What the Evidence Shows. Presented at the Undergraduate Exhibition, University Park, PA.

51. Kowalchik, K. (April 13, 2019). Community Members’ Knowledge Regarding Palliative Care: An Interventional Study. Presented at the Northeast Regional Honors Council Conference, Baltimore, MD. **

52. Adams, L. (April 4, 2019). Care Settings and How They Impact Quality of Life in Huntington’s Disease Patients. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

53. Adams, L., Hunting, A., Kowalchik, K. (April 4, 2019). The Importance of Student Engagement in Nursing. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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54. Burley, C. (April 4, 2019). Medical Marijuana for Pain in the Elderly Population. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

55. Corma, A. (April 4, 2019). Impact of a Nurse Led Intervention on Traumatic Brain Injury Knowledge. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

56. Franceski, K. (April 4, 2019). Exercise-Based Cardiac Rehab vs. Standard Care on Cardiovascular Mortality in U.S. Men and Women with a History of Cardiovascular Disease. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

57. Gearhart, K. (April 4, 2019). The Use of Play Therapy in Children Diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

58. Grilli, A. (April 4, 2019). NICU Admissions and Maternal-Fetal Bond. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

59. Hebron, B. (April 4, 2019). The Effects Diets Have on Breastfeeding. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

60. Hunting, A. (April 4, 2019). Prostate Cancer. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

61. Kowalchik, K. (April 4, 2019). Utilizing Nurse Navigation for High-Risk Obstetrical Patients. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

62. Kowalchik, K. (April 4, 2019). The Benefits of an Educational Intervention on Acute Care Nurses’ Knowledge of Palliative Care. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

63. Lindemuth, M. (April 4, 2019). Benefits of Pet Therapy in Alzheimer’s Patients. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

64. Olivares, E. (April 4, 2019). Identifying Elder Abuse in The Emergency Department. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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65. McAndrew, M. (April 4, 2019). Utilizing Mirror Therapy to Enhance Outcomes of Stroke Survivors. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

66. Pieshefski, N. (April 4, 2019). The Effects of Low-Frequency Ultrasound Debridement on Chronic Wounds. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

67. Rogan, L. (April 4, 2019). Prenatal Care with Spinal Cord Injuries. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

68. Saniski, A. (April 4, 2019). Prehospital Blood Product Use in Adult Trauma Patients. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

69. Schoonover, C. (April 4, 2019). Major Depression: Comparing Electroshock Therapy with Psychedelics. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

70. Stewart, M. (April 4, 2019). ACL Injury Prevention. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

71. Talarico, S. (April 4, 2019). The Effects of Rest on Mood in Veterans with PTSD. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

72. Tanana, B. (April 4, 2019). Breastfeeding and Opioids. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

73. Theobald, B. (April 4, 2019). Urinary Tract Infections in Geriatric Patients with Indwelling Foley Catheters. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

74. Kowalchik, K. (April 3, 2019). Community Members’ Knowledge Regarding Palliative Care: An Interventional Study. Poster Presentation at Eastern Nursing Research Society 31st Annual Scientific Sessions in Providence, RI. School Selected Poster **

75. Riley, K. (April 3, 2019). Educational Intervention on Organ Donation Attitudes in College-Aged Students. Poster Presentation at Eastern Nursing Research Society 31st Annual Scientific Sessions in Providence, RI. **

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76. Kowalchik, K. (October 17, 2018). Enhancing Knowledge of Palliative Care in the Community Setting. Presented at the Student Engagement Expo at Penn State University, State College, PA.

77. Riley, K. (April 21, 2018). Impact of an Educational Intervention on Organ Donation Attitudes in College Aged Students. Presented at the Regional Undergraduate Research Symposium at Penn State University, Abington Campus, Abington, PA. **

78. Riley, K. (April 17, 2018). Impact of an Educational Intervention on Organ Donation Attitudes in College Aged Students. Podium presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton Advisory Board Meeting in Dunmore, PA.

79. Riley, K. (April 17, 2018). Impact of an Educational Intervention on Organ Donation Attitudes in College Aged Students. Poster presentation at Undergraduate Research Day At the Capital in Harrisburg, PA. **

80. Reynolds, K. (April 11, 2018). Turning Points in Relationships Among Cancer Patients and their Spouses. Poster presentation at Eastern Nursing Research Society 30th Annual Scientific Sessions in Newark, NJ. ** Won First Prize for BS Poster Submissions

81. Kowalchik, K. (April 5-18, 2018). The Benefits of Breastfeeding in Neonates with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. Virtual podium presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma Research Week. **

82. Riley, K. (April 5-18, 2018). Impact of an Educational Intervention on Organ Donation Attitudes in College Aged Students. Virtual poster presentation Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma Research Week. **

83. Reynolds, K. (April 5-18, 2018). Relational Turning Points Between Cancer Patients and their Spouses. Virtual poster presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma Research Week. **

84. Weems, E. (April 5, 2018). Complications of Advanced Maternal Age: The Impact of Prenatal Care. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

85. Walsh, A. (April 5, 2018). Clinical Issues of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Manual CPR vs. Mechanical CPR. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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86. Viercinski, J. (April 5, 2018). Impact of Family Presence during Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

87. Valvano, M. (April 5, 2018). Satisfaction Rates Between Urgent Care Clinics and Primary Care Offices. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

88. Uber, J. (April 5, 2018). Negative Pressure Wound Therapy vs. Standard Care on Pressure Ulcers. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

89. Symonies, J. (April 5, 2018). Comparing Stimulant Medication with Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions in Pediatric Patients with ADHD. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

90. Robles, A. (April 5, 2018). Impact of Pharmacological vs. Non-pharmacological Interventions on Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and Length of Stay. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

91. Riley, K. (April 5, 2018). Impact of an Educational Intervention on Organ Donation Attitudes in College Aged Students. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

92. Pizzolanti, E. (April 5, 2018). Considering Kangaroo Care for NICU Babies. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

93. Patel, S. (April 5, 2018). Effext of DASH Diet vs. Low-Sodium Diet on Hypertension. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

94. Onda, S. (April 5, 2018). Best Treatment Options for Motor Control Symptoms in Patients Living with Parkinson’s Disease. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

95. Oakley, D. (April 5, 2018). Probiotic Therapy in the Immunocompromised Patient. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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96. Mensah, A. (April 5, 2018). Breastfeeding vs. Bottle Feeding on Infant Development. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

97. Marmo, Al. (April 5, 2018). Impact of Kangaroo Care on Thermoregulation Compared to Radiant Warmers. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

98. Jones, A. (April 5, 2018). Importance of CholraPrep vs. Betadine on Surgical Site Infections. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

99. Hegedty, V. (April 5, 2018). Efficacy of Fertility Preservation Treatments in Adult Women with Breast Cancer: What the Evidence Shows. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

100. Hayner, M. (April 5, 2018). Combatting Traumatic Brain Injuries with Educational Interventions. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

101. Garurova, S. (April 5, 2018). Chlorhexidine Gluconate vs. Standard Care in Prevention of Ventilator Associated Pneumonia. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

102. Evans, T. (April 5, 2018). Pharmacological vs. Non-pharmacological Interventions in Babies Born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

103. Crawford, W. (April 5, 2018). Impact of Immediate vs. Delayed Cord Clamping on Neonatal Blood Volume. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

104. Bell, A. (April 5, 2018). Nurse Let Teaching and Its Effect on Vaccine Rates in Pediatric Patients. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

105. Azizi, F. (April 5, 2018). Impact of Home Births vs. Hospital Births on Mortality Rates in Developing Countries. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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106. Augustin, T. (April 5, 2018). Effectiveness of Metronidazole versus Vancomycin Therapy in Treating C. Diff Infection in Adults. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

107. Arnold, K. (April 5, 2018). The Growth and Developmental Effects of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. Presented at the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

108. Moss, S. (April 21, 2017). Distraction Techniques During Vaccinations in Children. Presented at the Regional Undergraduate Research Symposium, Penn State University, Abington, PA.

109. Terrinoni, M. (April 6, 2017). The Potential Impact of Energy Drinks on Cardiac Health. Presented at the Regional Undergraduate Research Symposium, Penn State University, Abington, PA.

110. Gearhart, K. (April 8, 2017). Assessing the Nutritional Status of Patients with Celiac Disease. Poster presentation at the Northeast Regional Honors Council Conference, Pittsburg, PA.

111. Durdan, J.. (April 6, 2017). Social Media vs. Traditional Advertising Methods: What is the Best Method to Communicate Information? Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

112. Andrejack, M. (April 6, 2017). Brain Natriuretic Peptide Levels and Heart Failure. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

113. Buzzinski, L. (April 6, 2017). Caregivers and Vaccinations. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

114. Daley, A. (April 6, 2017). Physiologic Response of Low Birth-Weight Infants to Music Therapy. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

115. Gearhart, K. (April 6, 2017). Assessing the Nutritional Status of Patients with Celiac Disease. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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116. Gearhart, K. (April 6, 2017). The Impact of Intensive Family Therapy on Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

117. Gigliotti, R. (April 6, 2017). Polycythemia Vera and Deep Vein Thrombosis Prevention. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

118. Harvey, L. (April 6, 2017). Honey-Based Wound Dressings. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

119. Hoyt, C. (April 6, 2017). Massage Therapy and Preterm Infant Weight Gain. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

120. Julian, L. (April 6, 2017). Nurse-to-Patient Ratio in the Emergency Room. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

121. Kowalchik, K. (April 6, 2017). The Benefits of Breastfeeding in Neonates with NAS. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

122. Midgley, S. (April 6, 2017). Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Adult Veterans. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

123. Moss, S. (April 6, 2017). Distraction Techniques During Vaccinations in Children. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

124. Polcha, M. (April 6, 2017). Effect of RN Led Teaching to Pediatric Caregivers on Amount of Antibiotics Prescribed. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

125. Povanda, N. (April 6, 2017). The Effects of Diet on Atopic Dermatitis Exacerbations – Is Gluten-Free the Answer? Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

126. Ramirez, J. (April 6, 2017). The Impact of Hypnotherapy on Pain Scores in Pediatric Cancer Patients. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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127. Reeves, A. (April 6, 2017). Acuity Based Staffing and Its Impact on Patient Safety. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

128. Riley, K. (April 6, 2017). Effect of Education on Organ Donation in a High School Setting. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

129. Riley, K. & Buzzinski, L. (April 6, 2017). Palliative Pharmacology. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

130. Riley, K., Harrison, G., Shaffer, A. (April 6, 2017). End-of-Life Care in a Medical/Surgical Setting. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

131. Terrinoni, M. (April 6, 2017). The Potential Impact of Energy Drinks on Cardiac Health. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

132. Zackus, C. (April 6, 2017). Adolescent Males and Human Papilloma Virus Vaccination. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

133. McKenna, J. (April 6, 2017). Opioid Abstinence: The Importance of 12-Step Meeting Attendance. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

134. Gearhart, K. (December 7, 2016). Assessing the Nutritional Status of Patients with Celiac Disease. Honor’s project Presented in Nutrition 251, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

135. Riley, K. (April 27, 2016). Palliative Care Services in Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Presented at the Advisory Board Meeting, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

136. Riley, K. (April 21, 2016). Palliative Care Services in Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Presented at the Regional Undergraduate Research Symposium, Penn State University, Lehigh, PA.

137. Riley, K. (April 7, 2016). Palliative Care Services in Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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138. Madrigal, J. (April 9, 2015). Does Optimism Facilitate Recovery in Middle-Aged to Elderly Heart Surgery Patients? Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

139. Sminkey, M. (April 9, 2015). The Effect of Animal Robots on Elderly Patients with Dementia. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

140. Kontz, S. (April 9, 2015). Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: At Home and On the Battlefield. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

141. Brown, C. (April 9, 2015). In Adults, What is the Effect of Religion and Prayer on the Forgiveness Process Compared to no Religion and Prayer? Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

142. Fetherolf, T. (April 9, 2015). The Effects of Advertising on Childhood Obesity Rates. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

143. Wauran, A. (April 10, 2014). Mandated Nurse-to-Patient Ratio and Patient Mortality. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA Dunmore, PA.

144. Reaser, M. (April 10, 2014). The Saintly Benefits of St. John’s Wort on Major Depression. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

145. Patel, B. (April 10, 2014). Impact of Social Media on Healthcare Utilization. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

146. Madrigal, J. (April 10, 2014). Rehabilitation Programs on Recidivism Rates, Do They Work? Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

147. Lemoncelli, M. (April 10, 2014). The Effects of Mindfulness in Treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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148. Favuzza, A. (April 22, 2013). Thickening of Formula in Infants with Gastroesophageal Reflux: What’s the Effect. Poster Presentation Presented at Sigma Theta Tau Beta Sigma Research Day, Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College, PA.

149. Favuzza, A. (April 15, 2013). Thickening of Formula in Infants with Gastroesophageal Reflux: What’s the Effect. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

150. Gargone, K. (April 15, 2013). A Review of Treatment Modalities for Depression in Children. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State .

151. Lemoncelli, M. (April 15, 2013). The Neurology of Alcohol and Drug Adddiction. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

152. Swencki, A. (April 15, 2013). RN Led Recruitment and Retention Plan and the Effects on Turnover Rates in a Hospitalized Setting. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

153. Patel, B. (April 15, 2013). Issues Associated with the Use of Technology in Health Care Environment. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

154. Masi, L. (April 15, 2013). The Effectiveness of Chelation Therapy in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

155. Cohen, E. (April 15, 2013). A Review of Treatment Modalities for Adults with Sleep Disorders. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

156. Rogalewicz, R. (April 15, 2013). Gulf War Illness. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

157. Evanina, K. (April 15, 2013). Elder Abuse – What Nurses Need to Know. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

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158. Kloss, D. (April 15, 2013). Wounds in the Diabetic Population. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

159. Kloss, D. (April 15, 2013). Increasing Compliance in Patients with an Implanted Cardiac Device to Improve Surgical Outcomes. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

160. Schuler, J. (April 15, 2013). Nurse-Led Teaching Intervention for CHF Patients. Poster Presentation presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

161. Santarsiero, J. (April 15, 2013). Probiotic Bacteria: Your New Favorite Supplement. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

162. Wauran, M. (April 15, 2013). Risk Management in Nursing. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

163. Kloss, D. (April 16, 2012). “A Ray of Sunlight” for Children Coping with Loss. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

164. Siclari, L. (April 16, 2012). Death and Dying with the help of hospice: What you need to Know. Poster Presentation Presented at the Undergraduate Research Fair, Penn State University, Dunmore, PA.

165. Favuzza, A. & Negvesky, N. (April 25, 2011). The Prevention of SUID and SIDS: What the Public Needs to Know. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

166. Kloss, D. (April 25, 2011). TIA: The Wake Up Call You Weren’t Expecting. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

167. Rogers, A. & Cook, J. (April 25, 2011). Bath Salts: What you need to know. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

168. Graham, J. (April 25, 2011). Acute Appendictis. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

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169. Kerecman, A., Kokindo, L., Merrill, L., Robinson, R. & Mallick, B. (April 25, 2011). High Fever & Strawberry Tounge, Kawasaki may be the one! A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

170. Chesek, K.,Decker, L., Fernandes, L., Harmuth, D., Judd, K., Moskalczyk, M., Runco, J., Smith, J. & Stelma, M. (April 25, 2011). Schizophrenia. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

171. Mallick, B. (April, 25, 2011). Denver Developmental Screening Test. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

172. Smith, J. (April, 26, 2010). The six rights of medication administration. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

173. Beattie, J., Dame, L., Dovin, K., Geis, J., King, M., Sharp, J., Warner, B., & Wellicka, J. (April 26, 2010). End Stage Renal Disease. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

174. Bukowski, J., Gaylets, P., Haye, M., Keating, M., Knott, K., Ogden, D., Smith, J., Snopek, P., & Stelma, M. (April, 26, 2010). Cystic Fibrosis: What you need to know. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

175. Beilman, N., Galchefski, M., King, J., Moskalczyk, M., Rutkosky, C., Shillabeer, M. J., Trager, D., & Tyborowski, R. (April 26, 2010). HPV: Don’t be Alarmed, Be Informed. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

176. Bodner, N., Chiochio, S., Degrazia, C., Jurbala, D., Uzialko, R., & Willis, J. (April 27, 2009). The ABC’s of CKD. A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington’s Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

177. Demeck, C., Gavek, B., Kozel, C., Noreika, K., Payne, C., Robinson, Y., Sosa, M., Shulde, E., & Traver, J. (April 27, 2009). Got Insulin? A poster presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

SUPERVISED TEACHING EXPERIENCES

1. Worozbyt, K., Supervised Teaching Activity, NURS 843, 3 credit hours, Completed. (January 9, 2017 – May 5, 2017). Supervised student during her Nursing 843 clinical hours (180) to the role of the nurse educator in the clinical and classroom settings.

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2. Metz, G., Supervised Teaching Activity, NURS, 843, 3 credits hours, Completed.

(January 12, 2015 – May 8, 2015). Supervised student during his Nursing 843 clinical hours (180) to the role of the nurse educator in the clinical and classroom settings.

3. Nahlen, N., Supervised Teaching Activity, NURS, 475, 2 credit hours, Completed. (September 4, 2012 - November 27, 2012). Supervised student during her Nursing 475 clinical hours (90) to the role of the nurse educator in the clinical setting.

4. Tulaney, T., Supervised Teaching Activity, NURS, 521, 3 credit hours, Completed. (January 10, 2011 - May 13, 2011). Mentored student to the advanced practice role of the clinical nurse specialist as a nurse educator and expert clinician, coach, mentor, and researcher.

5. Wittenbreader, J., Supervised Teaching Activity, NURS, 214w, 4 credit hours, Completed. (January 10, 2011 - May 13, 2011). Student observed course faculty teaching courses as part of her graduate course work for Wilkes University.

6. Edwards, L., Supervised Teaching Activity, NURS, 111/112, 4 credit hours, Completed. (August 23, 2010 - December 17, 2010). Mentored Graceland University Graduate Nursing student to the nurse educator role in the classroom, lab, and clinical setting working with fundamental nursing students.

7. Pratt, R., Supervised Teaching Activity, NURS, 418, 3 credit hours, Completed. (January 2009 - May 2009). Mentored student to the nurse educator role in the classroom and clinical settings.

ADVISING

Advise approximately 50 undergraduate nursing students per year 2009 - 2019

Assist students with academic and career choices

Advise students during New Student Orientation during the Summer and 2010 - 2019

Fall Break

Advise DNP students and serve on their doctoral committees 2017 - Present

CAMPUS, COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY SERVICE

Campus

Just at Undergraduate Research Fair 2008 - Present

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Honors’ Committee 2009 – Present

Undergraduate Research Committee 2009 – 2019

Represented Nursing Information Table at Open Houses 2009 – Present

Co-Campus Contact-Child Maltreatment and Advocacy Minor 2016 - 2019

Member of Excellence in Advising Committee 2016 - 2019

Curricular Affairs 2016 – 2019

Undergraduate Advising Council 2014 – 2019

Awards Committee 2016 – 2019

P&T Peer Reviewer for Teaching 2015 - 2018

Student Nursing Association Advisor 2010

ATI Coordinator 2010 - 2013

Supervisor to department work study 2010 - 2013

Chair for three departmental faculty searches (All Successful) 2010 – 2014

College

Strategic Planning Committee 2021-Present

UG Affairs Committee (Ex Officio) 2019 Present

Simulation Sub-Committee (Ex Officio) 2019 – Present

ATI Ad Hoc Committee (Chair) 2019 – Present

Academic Success Ad Hoc Committee (Chair) 2019 – Present

BSN Faculty Council (Ex Officio) 2019 - Present

Nursing Math Ad Hoc Committee 2019 - Present

Curriculum Review Committee 2018 - Present

Focus Group Facilitator (300 level courses) 2018 - Present

Non-Tenure Promotion Committee 2018

Graduate Affairs 2017 - Present

DNP Council 2017 - Present

Nursing Faculty Council 2012 – Present

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RN to BS Council (Ex Officio) 2012 – Present

College of Nursing Ombudsperson 2015 - 2019

College of Nursing Mentor (mentor an UG student) 2016 - 2019

Nursing 251 CRX subcommittee 2013 – 2015

AS Council Member 2011 – 2013

Nursing Assessment Committee 2009 – 2014; 2019 – Present

IMPACT (Improving Access to Research and Training) Advisory Board 2020-Present

CON Graduate APA & Writing Task Force 2020 - Present

Ad Hoc Faculty Constitution Committee 2020-Present

Ad Hoc Clinical Faculty Development Course Committee (Chair) 2020

Ad Hoc Products to Support our Curriculum and Student Success Committee (Chair) 2020

University

Teaching and Learning Advisory Committee for Reimagining IT 2019 - Present

Reviewed Proposals for TLT Symposium 2015 - 2016

Reviewed Submissions for University Level Teaching Awards 2015, 2017

Learning Spaces Leadership Committee member 2016 – 2019

University College Faculty Teaching Award Review Committee 2020 – Present

Judge at Graduate Research Exhibition 2017 - Present

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Pennsylvania Higher Education Nursing Schools Association (PHENSA) 2020-2022Nursing Scholarship, Research, and Education Committee

Oversee the administration of the PHENSA fund, selects award recipients, establishes on-going criteria for scholarship and education research grant awards, assemble a review panel for each grant application submission period, notifies PHENSA membership and other qualified prospective applicants of the award opportunity and makes decisions regarding awards and reports awards to the membership at the Spring meeting.

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Center for Geriatric Nursing Excellence, Penn State College of Nursing 2018Session Moderator

Moderated Collaborative Seminar Series – Research in a Flash with Student and Faculty Researchers from Penn State Scranton

STTI 44th Annual Biennial Convention 2017Convention Delegate for Beta Sigma ChapterSession Moderator

Reviewer 2017-PresentJournal of Patient ExperienceClinical Nursing Research 2018-PresentHeart & Lung: The Journal of Cardiopulmonary and Acute Care 2021

Review manuscripts for journals as requested

Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute 2017-PresentAmbassador

Assist patients, organizations, and other stakeholders share PCORI’s mission and vision with their communities

Participate as full partners in research Help ensure the sharing and use of information generated from

PCORI-funded projects. 

Patient Centered Outcomes Research Translation Center 2017-PresentReviewer

Review research summaries related to individuals with multiplechronic illnesses

Beta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International 2018-PresentVice-President

Assist president as needed with events Act as the president when he/she is not available

Beta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International 2016-2018Secretary

Record minutes from all chapter meetings and distribute them Prepare annual reports

Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses 2017-PresentResearch Team Coordinator

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Coordinate the review of research/EBP grants proposals Address issues related to medical-surgical nursing research Provide consultation to AMSN members regarding research/EBP projects Collaborate with AMSN corporate sponsors to offer grants to support research

The Pennsylvania State University, College of Nursing 2016-2019Mentor

Formally mentor Junior Nursing Student Develop SMART Goals with student to accomplish during

the academic year

Medtronic Minimed 2016-PresentCertified Product Trainer

Provide patients with instruction on the safe use of insulin pumpsand continuous glucose monitoring devices

Instruct patients on diabetes

Legal Nurse Consultant (Expert Reviewer) 2016-Present

Review legal cases as requested related to my areas of expertise

Kaplan Nursing 2016-2018NCLEX Instructor

Facilitate student learning and development in preparationfor the NCLEX Exam in a face-to-face environment

Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute 2016-PresentResearch Nurse Partner

Research Nurse Partner on the project “EstablishingCommunity Based Research Networks”

Initiated an End-of-Life Coalition for Lackawanna County, PA Received training on community participatory research

Penn State Worthington Scranton Alumni Society 2015-2018Member Board of Directors

Attend monthly meetings Help plan events to support the campus Represent and Promote the alumni society at various events

Visiting Nurses Association, Olyphant, PAPer Diem Home Health and Hospice RN 2015-Present

Coordinate and administer care home health and hospice patients

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Assess patients’ condition and collaborate with interdisciplinary team

Consultant for National Council of State Boards of Nursing 2013-PresentItem Writer

Prepare test items at for the NCSBN Learning ExtensionNCLEX review courses

MEDSURG MATTERS! 2012-2016Member of Editorial Committee

Review manuscripts submitted for publication Mentor novice authors

Eastern Nursing Research Society 2016-PresentAbstract Reviewer

Reviewed abstracts for the ENRS Annual Scientific Sessions

Eastern Nursing Research Society 2016Session Moderator

Moderated Paper Session – Nursing Education: Student and Instructional Changes

Eastern Nursing Research Society 2015Session Support Person

Session support person for the Palliative and End of Life Care Session

Graduate Nursing Student Academy 2013-2016Liaison for the Academy and Penn State College of Nursing

Communicate information from the GNSA to the PSU CON graduate students

Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses 2014Core Curriculum Task Force

Brainstorm formatting changes for the next edition of the Medical-Surgical Nursing Core Curriculum

Xi Gamma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International 2012-2014Secretary

Record minutes from all chapter meetings and distribute them Prepare annual reports

Northeast Clinical Trials and Research, Scranton, PA

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Study Coordinator, RN 2011

Help coordinate a flu study with geriatric participants

Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton, PAPatient Care Coordinator 2002-2013

Coordinate and administer care for multiple patients on an oncology/medical/surgical and pediatrics units

Assess patients’ condition and collaborate with interdisciplinary team

Delegate tasks to both PCA’s and PSA’s Participate in the orientation of new nurses (Completed Preceptor

Course)

Medical Surgical Nursing Certification Body Item Writer 2009-2014

Review and prepare test items for the Medical Surgical NursesCertification Exam at the annual retreat

Medical Surgical Nursing Certification BodyChair of the Web Site Task Force 2007-2009

Coordinated the committee that developed the MSNCB website

REVIEWER

1. Evans, M. (2009) Core Curriculum for Medical-Surgical Nursing (4th ed.) Content

reviewer for Chapter 1: Patient/Family Education. New Jersey: Anthony J.

Jannetti, Inc.

2. Evans, M. (2020). Core Curriculum for Medical-Surgical Nursing (4th ed.) Content

reviewer for Chapter 11: End of Life Care and Ethics. New Jersey: Anthony J.

Jannetti, Inc.

PUBLICATIONS

1. Adams, L., Evans, M., Riley, K., Kowalchik, K., Lucey, M., & DeSanto, L. (In Press

July/August, 2021). The role of the nurse in the treatment of persons living with

Lyme disease. Nursing Made Incredibly Easy! **

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2. Petren, R., Evans, M., Barnett, K., & Kowalchik, K. (May/June, 2021). Relational

turning in spousal relationships during the journey with cancer. MEDSURG

Nursing. **

3. Riley, K., Evans, M., Kowalchik, K., Adams, L., & Lucey, M. (November/December,

2020). Sickle cell anemia: Best practices for patient-centered care. Nursing Made

Incredibly Easy!, 18(6), 26-33. **

4. Evans, M. (May 13, 2020). The world came to a halt. Penn State – Viral Imaginations –

COVID -19. https://viralimaginations.psu.edu/written-submissions/the-world-

came-to-a-halt/

5. Evans, M., Kowalchik, K., Riley, K., & Adams, L. (2020). Developing nurses through

mentoring. It starts in nursing education. Nursing Clinics of North America:

Building Innovative Nurses at the Point of Care, 55(1), 61-69. **

6. Riley, K., Evans, M., Kowalchik, K., Adams, L, & Hunting, A. (November/December,

2019). The role of the medical-surgical nurse in the identification of elder abuse.

MedSurg Matters, 28(6), 4-7. **

7. Riley, K., Evans, M., Sellers, D., Machluf, K., & Hupcey, J. (2019). Impact of an

educational intervention on organ donation attitudes in college-aged students.

Journal of Death & Dying, 0(0), 1-10. **

8. Kowalchik, K., Evans, M., Riley, K., & Baker, T. (July/August, 2019). Caring for a

patient with a small bowel obstruction complicated by functional somatic

syndromes. MedSurg Matters, 28(4), 4-7. **

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9. Riley, K., Evans, M., Worozbyt, K., & Kowalchik, K. (March/April 2019). Caring for an

opioid addicted patient in a medical surgical setting: Best practice

recommendations. MedSurg Matters, 28(2), 4-7. **

10. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., Kitko, L., & Johnson, H.D. (March/April, 2019). Frequency and

severity of reported symptoms for patients living with stage D heart failure.

MedSurg Matters, 28(2), 4-7. **

11. Evans, M., Worozbyt, K., Riley, K., & Kowalchik, K. (September/October, 2018).

Caring for a patient with pneumonia and schizophrenia in a medical-surgical

setting. MedSurg Matters, 27(5), 4-7. **

12.Miner, M., Evans, M., & Riley, K. (January/February, 2018). Using transitional

care to improve the discharge process in a medical/surgical setting. Medsurg

Matters, 27(1), 1-3, 13. **

13. Evans, M., Ferguson, J., Harrison, G., Shaffer, A., Miner, M., & Riley, K.

(January/February, 2018). End-of-Life care in a medical/surgical setting.

MedSurg Matters, 27(1). 4-6. **

14. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., Kitko, L, & Alonso, W. (2018). Naïve expectations to

resignation: A comparison of life descriptions of newly diagnosed versus chronic

persons living with stage D heart failure. Journal of Patient Experience, 5(3),

219-224. DOI: 10.1177/2374373517750412**

15. Chu, R. & Evans, M. (November, December, 2016). Lateral violence in

nursing. MedSurg Matters, 25(6), 4-6. **

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16. Lucas, E., Lucas, G., Shaffer, A., & Evans, M. (November/December, 2016).

Thyrotoxicosis - A case study describing the standards of care. MedSurg Matters,

25(6), 10-13. **

17. Evans, M., Miner, M., Harrison, G., Ferguson, J., Miller, A., & Favuzza, A.

(September/October, 2016). Ischemic stroke-A case study describing the

standards of care. MedSurg Matters, 25(5), 13-16. **

18. Evans, M. (September/October, 2016). Symptom recognition and healthcare utilization

in adult heart failure patients: An integrative review. MEDSURG Nursing, 25(5),

319-323, 368. **19. Harrison, G., Evans, M., Shaffer, A., Romero, L. (July/August, 2016). Treating

a patient experiencing an acute exacerbation of chronic heart failure. MedSurg

Matters, 25(4), 8-10. **20. Evans, M., Miller, A., Favuzza, A., Stombaugh, N., Harrison, G. & Shaffer, A.

(May/June, 2016). Diabetic ketoacidosis – A case study describing standards of

care. MedSurg Matters, 25(3), 8-10. **

21. Evans, M., Curtin, M., Stombaugh, N. (November/December, 2015). Severe Crohn’s

Disease: A case study describing standards of care. MedSurg Matters 24(6), 1-11-

12. **

22. Evans, M. (2015). Faculty mentoring – Is it needed? Journal of Nursing Doctoral

Students Scholarship, 3, 7-10. **

23. Evans, M. & Curtin, M. (November/December, 2014). Acute appendicitis: A case study

describing standards of care. MedSurg Matters, 23(6), 2. **

24. Evans, M. (September/October 2014). Bedside reporting: Is it enhancing nursing care?

MedSurg Matters, 22(5), 3. **

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25. Evans, M., Evans, M., & Saleski, V. (September/October, 2014). Collaborative learning:

An opportunity for professional growth of the student nurse while caring for local

community residents. MedSurg Matters, 23(5), 9-10. **

26. DelPrete, J. & Evans, M. (September/October 2013). Peripheral IV site care: What the

Evidence Shows. MedSurg Matters, 22(5), 4-6. **

27. Lyons, T. & Evans, M. (2013). Blended learning to increase student satisfaction: An

exploratory study. Internet Reference Services Quarterly, 18,1, 43-53.

DOI:10.1080/10875301.2013.800626 **

28. Evans, M. (May/June 2013). Clinical competence in the nursing field. MedSurg Matters,

22(3),12. **

29. Evans, M. (March/April 2013). Using asynchronous discussion forums for clinical post-

conferences. MedSurg Matters, 22(13), 17. **

30. Evans, M. & Lyons, T. (January/February 2013). Using asynchronous discussion boards

in collaborative learning. MedSurg Matters, 22(1), 18-19. **

31. Lyons, T. & Evans, M. (2012). Digital storytelling: Ubiquitous learning via

multimedia technology in the learning management system. "The Proceedings of

the Ireland International Conference on Education - IICE-2012. (2 pp.). Dublin,

Ireland. **

32. Evans, M. & Lyons, T. (2012, July 17). SITE stories: Increasing student outcomes in

nursing research. Blog Entry on the Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence

[Web blog message]. Retrieved from http://www.psu.edu/dept/site/2012/07/site-stories-increasing-student-outcomes-in-nursing-research.html

33. Evans, M. & Tulaney, T. (April, 2012). Urinary tract infections in older adults. Nursing

2012, (42)4, 72. **

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34. Evans, M. (November/December, 2011). Student written quiz questions: An active

teaching-learning strategy to enhance medical surgical nursing students

engagement, MedSurg Matters, 20(6) 10-11. **

35. Evans, M. & Tulaney, T. (November/December, 2011). Nurse Migration. What is its

impact? MEDSURG Nursing, The Journal of Adult Health, 20(6), 333-336. **

36. Evans, M. (November/December, 2010). An evidence based practice protocol to improve

glucose control in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. MEDSURG Nursing,

The Journal of Adult Health, 19(6), 317-322. **

37. Evans, M. (November/December, 2009). Solutions to the nurse faculty shortage: A

response to the AACN. MEDSURG Nursing, The Journal of Adult Health, 18(6),

387-388. **

38. Evans, M., Evans, M., Franklin, A., Lashinski, K. (November, 2009). Clinical do’s and

don’ts of an adult objective abdominal assessment. Nursing 2009, 12. **

39. Evans, M. (2009) What it is like to be a nurse. In Mary Muscari. Becoming a Nurse.

New York: Learning Express, LCC.

PRESENTATIONS

1. Evans, M. (WPSU Penn State) 2021, June 8. Health Minute – Men’s Health [Audio

Presentation]. Retrieved from https://radio.wpsu.org/post/health-minute-mens-health

2. Adams, L., Riley, K., Evans, M., Kowalchik, K., & Hunting, A. (April 9, 2021). The Role of

the Nurse in the Identification of Elder Abuse. Poster presentation at Beta Sigma

Research Day (Virtual) **

3. DeSanto, L., Adams, L., Evans, M., Riley, K., Kowalchik, K., & Lucey, M. (April 9, 2021).

The Role of the Nurse in the Treatment of Persons Impacted by Lyme Disease. Poster

presentation at Beta Sigma Research Day (Virtual) **4. Kustenbauder, P., Boltz, M. & Evans, M. (April 9, 2021). Implementation of a Compassion-

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Based Communication Skills Program for Medical-Surgical/Oncology Nurses. Poster

presentation at Beta Sigma Research Day (Virtual) ** 5. Lucey, M. Riley, K., Evans, M., Kowalchik, K., & Adams, L. (April 9, 2021). The Role of

the Medical-Surgical Nurse in the Treatment of Persons Living with Sickle Cell Anemia.

Poster presentation at Beta Sigma Research Day (Virtual) **

6. Streiff, K., Evans, M., Stiller, C. (December 7-9, 2020). Hands on, hands off, Teaching

Physical Assessment in an Interactive Virtual Environment. Poster presentation at the

AACN Faculty Forum Conference (Virtual) **

7. Evans, M. (November 12, 2020). Reimagining Health Assessment in a Virtual Environment.

[Video Presentation]. Schreyer Institute Faculty to Faculty Video Project.

8. Evans, M., Pierce, C., Swartz, A., Streiff, K., & Evans, Milton (October 1, 2020). Successful

Implementation of an Academic Success Plan in Nursing Education. Podium presentation

at the 2020 Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) Conference (Virtual). **

9. Evans, M. (WPSU Penn State) 2020, September 29. Health Minute – Diabetes [Audio

Presentation]. Retrieved from https://radio.wpsu.org/post/health-minute-diabetes

10. Kustenbauder, P., Pierce, C., Layman, M., Stoy, D., Ward, L., Kertis, M., Bowman, C.,

Evans, Milton, Streiff, K., Swartz, A. & Evans, Michael (August 6-8, 2020). Enhancing

Student Retention in Nursing Education: The Impact of an Academic Success Program.

Poster presentation at the 12th Annual NurseTim Nuts and Bolts Conference (Virutal) **

11. Evans, M. & Adams, L. (October 5, 2019). The many benefits of nursing. Podium

presentation at Futures: A Lackawanna County Career Exploration & Discovery

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Conference for High School Students at Johnson College, Scranton, PA.

12. Kowalchik, K. Evans, M., Riley, K., & Worozybt, K. (September 27, 2019). Caring for

opioid addicted patient in a medical-surgical setting: Best practice recommendations.

Poster presentation at PSNA Safety in Nursing Summit, Tannersville, PA. **13. Evans, M., Blasi-Strubeck, A., & Lewis, G. (August 15, 2019). Using swivl as a teaching

tool in nursing education. Podium presentation at the 3rd Annual tecBRIDGE Innovation

Conference on Smart Machines and Materials, Scranton, PA.

14. Evans, M., Kowalchik, K., Lindemuth, M., Pieshefski, N., & Adams, L. (August 7, 2019).

The impact of exercise on healthy aging. Podium presentation at Visiting Nurses

Association of Lackawanna County Community Health Fair, Olyphant, PA.

15. Evans, M., Kowalchik, K., Riley, K. & Johnson, H.D. (May 10, 2019). An

interventional study to enhance community members’ knowledge regarding palliative

care. Podium presentation at Translating Research to Innovations in Practice, State

College, PA. **

16. Riley, K., Evans, M., Ferguson, J., Harrison, G., Shaffer, A., Miner, M., & Favuzza, A.

(May 10, 2019). End-of-Life Care in a Medical/Surgical Setting. Podium presentation at

Translating Research to Innovations in Practice, State College, PA. **17. Evans, M., Blasi-Strubeck, A., & Lewis, G. (May 9, 2019). Using swivl as a teaching tool in

nursing education. Podium presentation at the 2019 Beta Sigma Research Day: Moving

the Art and Science of Nursing forward in State College, PA. **

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18. Riley, K., Evans, M., Worozbyt, K., & Kowalchik, K. (May 9, 2019). Caring for an opioid

addicted patient in a medical-surgical setting: Best practice recommendations. Poster

presentation at the 2019 Beta Sigma Research Day: Moving the Art and Science of

Nursing forward in State College, PA. **19. Kowalchik, K., Evans, M., Riley, K., & Baker, T. (May 2, 2019). Best practices for caring

for a patient with functional somatic syndromes in a medical surgical setting. Poster

presentation at the Annual University Park Medical Campus Regional Symposium in

State College, PA. **

20. Kowalchik, K., Evans, M., & Riley, K. (April 10, 2019). Community members’ perceptions

of palliative care – An interventional study. Podium presentation at Penn State Wilke-

Barre Lecture Series in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

21. Evans, M., Riley, K., & Lewis, G. (March 15, 2019). Student perceptions of learning with

canvas. Podium presentation at Canvas Day in State College, PA **

22. Kowalchik, K., Evans, M., & Riley, K. (October 11, 2018). Palliative care: Myths vs

realities. Podium presentation at Visiting Nurses Association of Lackawanna County

Dine and Learn Event in Olyphant, PA.

23. Kowalchik, K., Evans, M., & Riley, K. (September 12, 2018). Community members’

perception of palliative care – An interventional study. Podium presentation at the annual

fall meeting of the Xi Gamma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International in Scranton,

PA.

24. Kowalchik, K., Evans, M., & Riley, K. (July 19, 2018). Palliative care: Myths vs

realities. Podium presentation at Visiting Nurses Association of Lackawanna County

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Lunch and Learn Event in Olyphant, PA.

25. Reynolds, K., Petren, R., & Evans, M. (May 11, 2018). Relational turning points between

cancer patients and their spouses. Podium presentation at at the Second Annual Nursing

Research and Evidence-Based Practice Symposium: Translating Research to Innovations

in Practice in Hershey, PA. **

26. Evans, M., Hill, N., Mogle, J., Kitt-Lewis, E., Adam, M., & Penrod, J. (May 11, 2018).

Social determinants of health in the community – Establishing the community-based

research network: The growth of the nurse-facilitated community coalitions. Podium

presentation at the Second Annual Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice

Symposium: Translating Research to Innovations in Practice in Hershey, PA. **

27. Riley, K., Evans, M., Sellers, D., & Machluf, K. (April 5-18, 2018). Impact of an

educational intervention on college-aged students attitudes towards organ donation.

Virtual poster presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma Research

Week. **

28. Fitzgerald, P., Jao, Y. L., Lauver, L., Evans, M., & Wolgast, K. (April 11, 2018). Moral

distress matters: Implementing an online moral distress education program to reduce

moral distress in critical care nurses. Poster presentation at Eastern Nursing Research

Society 30th Annual Scientific Sessions in Newark, NJ. **

29. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., Kitko, L., & Johnson, H. D. (April 5-18, 2018). Frequency and

severity of reported symptoms in persons living with stage D heart failure. Virtual

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podium presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma Research Week. **

30. Murphey, J., Moyer, S., Doerzbacher, M., Evans, M., Ramos, S. R., & Founds, S. (April 11,

2018). “On the places you’ll go…” Adventures of Early Career Nursing Scientists. Panel

discussion at Eastern Nursing Research Society 30th Annual Scientific Sessions in

Newark, NJ. **31. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., Kitko, L., & Johnson, H. D. (April 12, 2018). Frequency and

severity of reported symptoms in persons living with stage D heart failure. Poster

presentation at Eastern Nursing Research Society 30th Annual Scientific Sessions in

Newark, NJ. **32. Riley, K., Evans, M., Sellers, D., & Machluf, K. (March 21, 2018). Impact of an educational

intervention on college-aged students attitudes towards organ donation. Podium

presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Lunch & Learn series.

33. Reynolds, K., Peteren, R. & Evans, M. (March 21, 2018). Relational turning points in

spousal relationships as they journey through cancer. Podium presentation at Penn State

Worthington Scranton’s Lunch & Learn series.

34. Evans, M. (November 4, 2017). Lessons learned along the way. Podium presentation at the

Sigma Theta Tau International, Beta Sigma Chapter, Induction Ceremony. Invited –

Keynote Speaker.

35. Hill, N., Evans, M., Mogle, J., Kitt-Lewis, E., Adam, M., & Penrod, J. (October 31, 2017 –

November 2, 2017). Establishing the community-based research network: The growth of

nurse-facilitated community coalitions. Poster presentation at PCORI Annual Meeting:

Delivering Results, Informing Choices in Arlington, VA. **36. Reynolds, K., Evans, M. & Petren, R. (October 20, 2017). Turning points in relationships

between cancer patients and their spouses. Podium presentation at Greater Pittsburgh

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Nursing Research Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. **

37. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., Kitko, & Johnson, H.D. (October 20, 2017). Frequency and severity

of reported symptoms for persons living with Stage D heart failure. Poster presentation at

Greater Pittsburgh Nursing Research Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. **

38. Kowalchik, K. & Evans, M. (October 20, 2017). The benefits of breastfeeding in neonates

with neonatal abstinence syndrome. Poster presentation at Greater Pittsburgh Nursing

Research Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. **

39. Riley, K. & Evans, M. (October 20, 2017). Effects of education on organ donation in a high

school setting. Poster presentation at Greater Pittsburgh Nursing Research Conference in

Pittsburgh, PA. **40. Kowalchik, K. & Evans, M. (September 26, 2017). The importance of pre-professional

engagement towards the socialization of the nursing student in the nursing profession.

Podium presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Lunch & Learn series in

Dunmore, PA.

41. Evans, M., Ferguson, J., Thomas, L. & Thomas, L. (September 24, 2017). Let’s fight the

opioid epidemic by saving one life at a time (An interdisciplinary approach). Panel

Discussion at The Christopher P. Lewis Memorial Drug & Alcohol Awareness

Symposium in Olyphant, PA.

42. Evans, M. (August 4-5, 2017). Faculty mentoring – Is it needed? Poster presentation at

Nurse Tim Nuts & Bolts for Nurse Educators Conference in Minneapolis, MN. **

43. Evans, M. (May 23, 2017). The importance and value of good research ethics. Podium

presentation at Establishing Community-Based Research Networks: Community-Based

Research: What Community Partners Should Know in State College, PA.

44. McAndrew, L., Volpe, D., Ferguson, J., Evans, M., Baker, T., & Evans, M. (April 7, 2017).

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Teaching emergency preparedness: Using large scale simulation to enhance disaster

nursing education. Paper presentation at Eastern Nursing Research Society 29th

Annual Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia, PA. **

45. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., & Kitko, L. (April 3-17, 2017). Concept analysis: Self-symptom

recognition. Virtual podium presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma

Research Week. **

46. Riley, K., Evans, M., Ferguson, J., Harrison, G., Miner, M., Favuzza, A., & Shaffer, A.

(April 3-17, 2017). End-of-life care in a medical/surgical setting. Virtual podium

presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma Research Week. **

47. Evans, M., Riley, K., & Kowalchik, K. (March 23, 2017). Hospice and palliative care:

What’s the difference and when are they needed? Podium presentation at Visiting

Nurses Association quarterly community education event in Olyphant, PA.

48. Riley, K., Evans, M., Ferguson, J. Harrison, G. Miner, M., Favuzza, A., & Shaffer, A.

(March 22, 2017). End-of-life care in a Medical/Surgical Setting. Podium

presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s Lunch & Learn series.

49. Riley, K., Evans, M., Ferguson, J. Harrison, G. Miner, M., Favuzza, A & Shaffer, A.

(January 26, 2017). Providing End-of-Life Care in a Medical/Surgical Setting: Best

Practice Recommendations. Poster presentation at the Perspective in Nursing and

Healthcare 2017 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA. **

50. Evans, M. (January 5, 2017). Canvas: Successes, Favorite Features, & Challenges During

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the Faculty Chat: Using Canvas to Enhance your Teaching. Podium presentation

at the 3rd Annual Penn State Regional Faculty Development Day at Penn State

Worthington Scranton, Dunmore, PA.

51. Evans, M. (December 7, 2016). Sugar Spikes. Podium presentation at Visiting Nurses

Association quarterly community education event in Olyphant, PA.

52. McAndrew, L., Volpe, D., Ferguson, J., Baker, T., Evans, M. & Evans, M. (November 4,

2016). Teaching Emergency Preparedness: Preparing Nursing Students for a

Real-Life Disaster through Simulation. Podium presentation at Nursing Research

and Evidence Based Practice – The Key to Quality Patient Care at Geisinger

Medical Center, Danville, PA. **

53. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., Kitko, L., Milone-Nuzzo, & Johnson, H. D. (November 4, 2016).

Newly-Diagnosed versus Chronic Stage D Heart Failure Patients: Who Exhibits

More Symptoms? Podium presentation at Nursing Research and Evidence Based

Practice – The Key to Quality Patient Care at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville,

PA. **

54. McAndrew, L., Evans, M., Volpe, D., Baker, T., & Evans, M. (October 28, 2016).

Teaching Emergency Preparedness. Poster presentation at Greater Pittsburgh

Nursing Research Conference at Carlow University, Pittsburgh, PA. **

55. Evans, M. (October 18, 2016). Establishing Community Based Networks. Podium

presentation at “Don’t Let Me Suffer Doc! Ethics of Palliative Care” sponsored

by Visiting Nurse Association of Lackawanna County at Marywood University,

Dunmore, PA.

56. Evans, M. (September 29, 2016). Heart Failure. Podium presentation to nurses at St

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Mary’s Villa Retirement Community and Rehabilitation Facility.

57. Evans, M. Hupcey, J., Kitko, L., Milone-Nuzzo, Hinchey, P, & Johnson, H. D.

(September 27, 2016). Newly-Diagnosed vs. Chronic Stage D Heart Failure

Patients: Who Exhibits More Symptoms. Podium presentation at Penn State

Worthington Scranton’s Lunch & Learn series.

58. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., Kitko, L., Milone-Nuzzo, P., & Johnson, H. D. (September 16,

2016). Somatic Awareness & Self-Symptom Recognition in Advanced Heart

Failure Patients. Podium presentation at the 2016 State of the Science Congress

on Nursing Research in Washington D.C. **

59. Evans, M., Ksiazek, M., Kaminsky, J. & Diehl, M. (July 13, 2016). Men’s & Women’s

Health and Well Being. Podium presentation at Visiting Nurses Association

quarterly community education event in Olyphant, PA.

60. Evans, M. (June 7, 2016). Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognition in

Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Podium presentation at the annual summer

meeting of the Xi Gamma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International in Scranton,

PA.

61. Evans, M. (May 20, 2016). Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognition in

Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Podium presentation at The Life Science

Symposium at The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA.

62. Evans, M. (May 20, 2016). Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognition in

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Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Poster presentation at The Life Science

Symposium at The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA.

63. Evans, M. (April 19, 2016). Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognition in

Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Virtual Poster presentation Research in Action

to Undergraduate Nursing Students at The Pennsylvania State University in State

College, PA.

64. Evans, M., Hupcey, J., Kitko, L., & Alonso, W. (April, 14, 2016). Comparison of the

Life Descriptions of Newly-Diagnosed Versus Chronic Stage D Heart Failure

Patients. Paper presentation at Eastern Nursing Research Society 28th Annual

Scientific Sessions in Pittsburgh, PA. **

65. Evans, M. (April 4-15, 2016). Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognition in

Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Virtual podium presentation at Sigma Theta

Tau International Beta Sigma Research Week. **

66. Evans, M. (March 20, 2016). Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognition in

Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Poster presentation at the Graduate Exhibition

at The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA. Won Second Place. **

67. Evans, M. (March 16, 2016). Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognition in

Advanced Heart Failure Patients. Poster presentation at the College of Health and

Human Development and College of Nursing Interdisciplinary Research Forum

and Social at The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA.

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68. Evans, M., Ksiazek, M., & Lashinksi, C. (February 25, 2016). Love Your Heart: An

Overview of Heart Health. Podium presentation at Visiting Nurses Association

quarterly community education event in Olyphant, PA.

69. Evans, M. (January 5, 2016). YouSeeU in a Nursing Course. Part of a panel discussion on

multimedia in the classroom perspectives. Podium presentation at The

Pennsylvania State University Faculty Development Day at Worthington Scranton

in Dunmore, PA.

70. Evans, M. (January 6, 2015). Nursing Presentations by Adobe Connect. Podium

presentation at The Pennsylvania State University Faculty Development Day at

Worthington Scranton in Dunmore, PA.

71. Evans, M. (March 18, 2015). Comparisons of the Life Descriptors of Newly Diagnosed

Versus Chronic Stage D Heart Failure Patients. Poster presentation at the College

of Health and Human Development and College of Nursing Interdisciplinary

Research Forum and Social at The Pennsylvania State University in State College,

PA.

72. Evans, M. (March 22, 2015). Comparisons of the Life Descriptors of Newly Diagnosed

Versus Chronic Stage D Heart Failure Patients. Poster presentation at the

Graduate Exhibition at The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA.

73. Evans, M. (April 1, 2015). Comparison of Life Descriptions of Newly Diagnosed Versus

Chronic Stage D Heart Failure Patients. Podium presentation at monthly faculty

seminar at Penn State Worthington Scranton in Dunmore, PA.

74. Evans, M. (April 11, 2015). Comparison of Life Descriptions of Newly Diagnosed

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Versus Chronic Stage D Heart Failure Patients. Podium presentation at Sigma

Theta Tau International Beta Sigma Chapter Research Day at Penn State

University, State College, PA **

75. Evans, M. (April 21, 2015). Concept Analysis: Self-Symptom Recognition. Podium

presentation at monthly faculty seminar at Penn State Worthington Scranton in

Dunmore, PA.

76. Evans, M. & Ksiazek, M. (November 11, 2015). Diabetes Awareness, Nutrition, and

Management. Podium presentation at Visiting Nurses Association quarterly

community education event in Olyphant, PA.

77. Evans, M. (April 5, 2014). Bedside Reporting: Is it Enhancing Care?

Podium presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma Chapter

Research Day at Penn State University, State College, PA. **

78. Evans, M. (August 1 – 2, 2014). Collaborative Learning: An Opportunity for

Professional Growth of the Student Nurse while Caring for Local Community

Residents. Poster Presentation at 2014 Nuts & Bolts for Nursing Educators

Conference in Minneaplis, MN. **.

79. Evans, M. (March 11, 2013). The Use of Asynchronous Discussion Boards as a Teaching

Strategy in Undergraduate Nursing Students. PowerPoint presentation

at monthly faculty seminar at Penn State Worthington Scranton.

80. Evans, M., Wilburne, J., Shannon, J., Jimenez, J., & Blackmon, M. (March, 16, 2013).

Campus Perspectives on Doceri Use in the Classroom. PowerPoint presentation

at 2013 Symposium for Teaching and Learning with Technology at The Penn

Stater Conference Center Hotel. **

81. Evans, M. & Lyons, T. (April 22, 2013). Blended Learning Method for Undergraduate

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Nursing Research Courses. Podium presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International

Beta Sigma Chapter Research Day at Mount Nittany Hospital, State College,

PA. **

82. Lyons, T., & Evans, M. M. (May 5, 2013). Blended Learning and Interdisciplinary

Teaching to Increase Student Nursing Outcomes. 11th International Congress on

Medical Librarianship, Medical Library Association, Boston, MA, Poster. **

83. Lyons, T., & Evans, M. M. (May 6, 2013). Impact on Mobile Computing in Nursing

Student Engagement: Interdisciplinary Facilitation of Blended Learning.

International Clinical Librarian Conference, Medical Library Association, Boston,

MA. Poster. **84. Evans, M. (August 2 & 3, 2013). Using Asynchronous Discussion Forums as a New

Model for Clinical Post-Conferences. Poster Presentation at 2013 Nuts & Bolts

for Nursing Educators Conference in Minneapolis, MN. **

85. Evans, M. & Lyons, T. (April 9, 2012). The Use of Asynchronous Discussion Boards to

Increase Student Learning: An Interdisciplinary Approach. PowerPoint and

poster presentation at monthly faculty seminar at Penn State Worthington

Scranton.

86. Evans, M. & Lyons, T. (April 11, 2012). The Use of Asynchronous Discussion Boards to

Increase Student Learning. An Interdisciplinary Approach. Poster Presentation at

Library Week Faculty Presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton.

87. Evans, M. & Lyons, T. (April 20, 2012). The Use of Asynchronous Discussion Boards to

Increase Student Learning: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Teaching Nursing

Research. Podium presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International Beta Sigma

Chapter Research Day at Mount Nittany Hospital, State College, PA. **

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88. Evans, M. & Lyons, T. (June 3, 2012). The Use of Asynchronous Discussion

Boards to Increase Student Learning: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Teaching

Nursing Research. Poster presentation at Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton, PA.

89. Evans, M. & Lyons, T. (October 12, 2012). The Effect of Digital Discussions on Student

Learning: A Comparative Study Exploring an Interdisciplinary Approach to

Teaching Nursing Research. Podium Presentation at Geisinger Nursing Research

Conference: New Healthcare: A Collaborative Approach at Wilkes University,

Wilkes Barre, PA **

90. Lyons, T. (Author and Presenter), Evans, M.M. (Co-Author). (October, 14, 2012).

Digital Storytelling: Connecting Nursing Students and Evidence-Based Practice

Instructors, Paper and Oral Presentation at Quad Chapter Conference, Middle-

Atlantic, Southern, New York/New Jersey, and Philadelphia Regional Chapters of

the Medical Library Association, Baltimore, MD. **

91. Lyons, T. (Author and Presenter), Evans, M.M. (Co-Author). (October 15, 2012). Mobile

Computing’s Connection to Nursing Student Engagement: Blended Learning

through Digital Storytelling. Poster Presentation at Quad Chapter Conference,

Middle-Atlantic, Southern, New York/New Jersey, and Philadelphia Regional

Chapters of the Medical Library Association, Baltimore, MD. **

92. Evans M. & Lyons, T. (October 24, 2012). Digital Discussions Impact of Nursing

Student Learning: A Comparative Study of Online Interdisciplinary Teaching.

PowerPoint and poster presentation at monthly faculty seminar at Penn State

Worthington Scranton.

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93. Lyons, T. & Evans, M. (October 29, 2012). Digital Storytelling: Ubiquitous Learning via

Multimedia Technology in the Learning Management System. Paper and Virtual

Presentation at Ireland International Conference on Education, Dublin, Ireland.

published in proceedings. **

94. Evans, M. (September, 14, 2011). An evidence based practice protocol to improve

glucose control in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Oral Presentation at

Marywood University’s Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, Xi Gamma, Dunmore, PA.

95. Evans, M. (February 18, 2010). An evidence based Practice protocol to improve glucose

control in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. PowerPoint and poster

presentation at monthly faculty seminar at Penn State Worthington Scranton.

96. Evans, M. Evans, M., & Pratt, B. (November 29, 2010). Clinical do’s and don’ts of

infant and child pain assessment. Poster Presentation at Mercy Hospital,

Scranton, PA.

97. Evans, M. (December, 6, 2010). An evidence based practice protocol to improve glucose

control in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Poster Presentation at Moses

Taylor Hospital, Scranton, PA.

98. Evans, M., Evans, M., Franklin, A., & Lashinski, K. (December 15, 2010). Clinical do’s

and don’ts of an adult objective abdominal assessment. Poster Presentation at

Community Medical Center, Scranton, PA.

99. Evans, M. Evans, M., & Pratt, B. (April 27, 2009). Clinical do’s and don’ts of infant and

child pain assessment. Poster Presentation at Penn State Worthington Scranton’s

Undergraduate Research Fair.

100. Evans, M., Evans, M., Franklin, A., & Lashinski, K. (April 27, 2009). Clinical do’s and

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don’ts of an adult objective abdominal assessment. Poster Presentation at Penn

State Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

101. Evans M. & Pratt, B. (April 27, 2009). Effectiveness of traditional vs. non-traditional

approaches to health: A different twist. Poster Presentation at Penn State

Worthington Scranton’s Undergraduate Research Fair.

102. Evans, M. (March 26, 2009). An evidence based practice protocol to improve glucose

control in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Poster Presentation at

Villanova University’s Annual Research Seminar. **

** Peer Reviewed

GRANTS AWARDED

1. $175.00 (2021) Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) Recertification Grant for renewal of my CMSRN credentials from the Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses.

2. $10,000 (2020-2021). From Moffat Foundation for general program support of the nursing program at Penn State Scranton.

3. $8,000 (2020-2021). from Penn State’s Arts & Design Research Incubator to explore Nurses Stories of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study.

4. $1,239 (2019-2020). Dr. & Mrs. Richard J. Matthews Award for Excellence in Scholarship Endowment to Attend the Qualitative Research Summer Intensive at the Odum Institute for Research in Social Science at the University of North Carolina in 2020.

5. $4000 (2019-2020). Research Development Grant from Penn State Scranton to explore Acute Care Nurses’ Perceptions of Palliative Care and the Impact it has a Palliative Care Referrals.

6. $1000 (2019) Sustainability Grant from the College of Nursing for the project, titled “Creating a Caring Environment for the Penn State Scranton Campus.”

7. $27,000 (2018-2021) from Moffat Foundation to hold children’s health fair at Penn State Scranton for the next three years.

8. Swivel Lecture Capture (2018). Received an Ipad and Swivel device and stand from Penn State Scranton to record health assessment demonstrations to enhance student learning.

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9. $3000 (2018-2019). Research Development Grant from Penn State Scranton to explore Community Members’ Knowledge Regarding Palliative Care Before and After a Teaching Intervention.

10. $2800 (2017-2018). Research Development Grant from Penn State Worthington Scranton to explore Somatic Awareness and Symptom Recognition in Informal Caregivers of Patients Living with Advanced Heart Failure.

11. $250,000 (2016-2017). Penrod, J. L. (PI), Hill, N. (Co-I), Evans, M. (Co-I). Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award. Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to establish coalitions of community based research nurses throughout the state.

12. $35,733 (2017) from Moffat Foundation for simulation mannequin, Sim Junior.

13. $10,000 (2017) from Moffat Foundation to hold children’s health fair on campus September ’17.

14. $300 (2017-2018). Dr. and Mrs. Richard J. Matthews Award for Excellence in Scholarship to support research with advanced heart failure patients.

15. $15,000 (2017). Evans, M. & Frisch, P. General Education Seed Grant Award to develop a new integrated course titled, “Historical Perspectives on Healthcare Innovations”

16. $975.00 (2016-2017). Dr. and Mrs. Richard J. Matthews Award for Excellence in Scholarship to support dissemination of my dissertation research.

17. $3500.00 (2016-2017). Research Development Grant from Penn State Worthington Scranton to explore Somatic Awareness and Self-Symptom Recognition in Advanced Heart Failure Patients.

18. $10,000 (2016) from Moffat Foundation to hold children’s health fair on campus September ’16.

19. $175.00 (2016) Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) Recertification Grant for renewal of my CMSRN credentials from the Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses.

20. $10,000 (2015) from Moffat Foundation to hold children’s health fair on campus in September ’15.

21. $60,000 (2014) from the Moffat Foundation for the purchase of SimMan Essential to enhance our simulation lab and increase the use of simulation in our curriculum

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22. $250.00 (2013) from the Pennsylvania State University Research in Undergraduate Education Grant to support a collaborative undergraduate research project with Allyson Favuzza on Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants.

23. $150.00 (2012) from the Pennsylvania State University Research in Undergraduate Education Grant to support a collaborative undergraduate research project with Diana Kloss on Loss in Children.

24. Doceri Grant (2012) – The Interactive White Board for the Ipad – Received an Ipad 2 and related accessories from The Penn State Interactive Technology Grant to enhance nursing education.

25. $150.00 (2011) from the Pennsylvania State University Research in Undergraduate Education Grant to support a collaborative undergraduate research project with James Graham on Appendicitis.

26. $352.00 (2011) from the Matthews Faculty Research Endowment to support research in critical thinking in undergraduate nursing students.

27. $2150 (2011) from the Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence to support research on the use of Asynchronous Discussion Boards to Increase Student Learning.

28. $25,000 (2009), $16,050 (2010), and $30,000 (2011 – 2014 - 3 year grant/ $10,000/yr.) from Moffat Foundation to hold children’s health fair on campus and to continue with monthly geriatric health fairs.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS (All Current)

Phi Kappa Phi Honor SocietySigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Xi Gamma & Beta Sigma Chapters)National Association of Clinical Nurse SpecialistsAcademy of Medical Surgical NursesAmerican Nurses AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Diabetes AssociationNational League for NursingMen’s Health Network: Member of Advisory BoardPenn State Worthington Scranton Alumni SocietyNational Academic Advising Association (Region 2)Graduate Nursing Student Academy (AACN)Pennsylvania Action Coalition Northeast 1 RegionAssessment Technology Institute (ATI) Online Research Community – Vital SignsPenn State University College of Nursing Affiliate Program Group Board of DirectorsEastern Nursing Research SocietyPennsylvania League for Nursing Area II

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CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES (ALL CURRENT)Registered NurseChemotherapy through the ONSVascular Access DevicesMedical Surgical Nursing (CMSRN through MSNCB)Basic Life Support (AHA)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS, AHA)Nursing Education (CNE through NLN)

COMPUTER EXPERIENCE

Windows Operating Systems (NT, 95, 98, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10), Mac OS, and Google Chrome, FirefoxMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher) and Microsoft ProjectVarious Course Management Systems (First Class, ANGEL, WebCT, Blackboard, Moodle, Canvas)Various Web 2.0 components (wiki’s, blogs, Zoom, VoiceThread, Yammer, Adobe Connect, etc.)Various Emailing Systems

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