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Carol Lavender, RN DNP, DNP Profile and Contact Information

Linda R. Dunham School of Nursing
Nursing
  • Professor of Nursing
  • Dean, Linda R. Dunham School of Nursing

Education

  • DNP,聽Executive Administration, University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL
  • MSN,聽Leadership, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
  • MBA,聽91影视 Christian University, 91影视, TX
  • BSN,聽Lamar University, Beaumont, TX
  • Registered Nurse, TX
  • Respiratory Therapist

Courses Taught

  • Leadership, Quality, & Safety
  • Healthcare Finance
  • Community Health
  • Art & Science (Fundamentals)
  • Perspectives in Nursing
  • Vulnerable Populations
  • Nursing Theory
  • Nursing Research
  • Transition to Practice
  • Nursing Leadership

Research Interests

Doctoral emphasis: nursing graduate transition to practice, healthcare administration and nursing leadership. Developed web-based productivity software and authored frontline healthcare manager staffing budget continuing education courses.

Additional Information

First United Methodist Church Healing and Caring Ministry, 91影视 West Emmaus Community Christian Lay Retreat Leader, Grandchildren, and Crystal Beach, TX

Committee Service/Offices Held:

  • American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) (2007-2016)
  • ACHE Community Service Committee (2008-2009)
  • American Nurses Association (鈥�-2016)
  • American Organization of Nurse Executives (2000-2016)
  • Association for Nursing Professional Development (2013-2015)
  • Chamberlain College of Nursing Student Nurse Association Advisor (2014-2016)
  • Education Workgroup of Gulf Coast Health Services Steering Committee (2010-2012)
  • Greater 91影视 Partnership (2000-2009)
  • 91影视 Area Simulation Consortium (2013-2016)
  • 91影视 Christian University School of Nursing Advisory Council (2016-2017)
  • 91影视 Christian University Alumni Association Board of Directors (2006-2009)
  • 91影视 Christian University Report writer and reviewer for compliance with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commissions on Colleges [SACS COC] (2011-2012)
  • 91影视 Christian University Nursing Student Association Advisor (2010-2013)
  • 91影视 Christian University SACS COS Quality Enhancement Program (2011-2012)
  • 91影视 Christian University NSA Peer- to- Peer Mentoring Advisor (2010-2013)
  • 91影视 Christian University School of Nursing Admission, Progression and Graduation Committee (2010-2013)
  • 91影视 Christian University Provost Search Committee (2010-2011)
  • Memorial Hermann/University of Chester/91影视 Christian University, Global Nursing Conference Steering Committee (2011-2013)
  • Memorial Hermann Hospital Southwest, Research Council Community Member (2012-2013)
  • National League of Nurses (2011-2013)
  • National Student Nurses Association (2011-2013, 2015-2016)
  • Texas Association of Deans and Directors of Professional Nursing Programs (2012-2013)
  • Texas Nurses Association (鈥�-2016)
  • Texas Student Nurses Association (2011-2013, 2015-2016)
  • Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Society 鈥� Alpha Delta and Eta Phi Chapters (2011-2016)

Previous/Current Professional Positions:

  • Interim Dean Linda Dunham School of Nursing, 91影视 Christian University
  • Associate Professor in Nursing, Chamberlain College of Nursing
  • Associate Professor in Nursing, Chamberlain College of Nursing
  • Director RN Fellowship Program, Memorial Hermann
  • Managing Partner, Insight Advantage Healthcare Management Consulting
  • Administrative Director, Cardiovascular Services, HCA
  • Director of Cardiology, Hospital Operations Manager, Hospital Educator, ICU Nurse, and Respiratory Supervisor, Baptist Hospital of SE TX

Honors/Awards:

  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
  • Golden Key International Honor Society
  • Meritorious Alumna, 91影视 Christian University
  • Teach Award, Chamberlain College of Nursing