Sara Hutchens, BSN, CEN, CFRN, CTRN
Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
Location
ITTC 007F
Phone
319-273-3170
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Sara Hutchens, BSN, CEN, CFRN, CTRN
Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
I am a registered nurse and nursing instructor dedicated to helping students build confidence as they develop clinical judgment and learn to think like nurses. I teach in both classroom and simulation settings, with a focus on creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that promote meaningful understanding. My background and interests are in emergency medicine and critical care, and I strive to incorporate real-world scenarios and practical application into my teaching.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Allen College
Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BA), University of Northern Iowa
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Grand Canyon University (in progress)
Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BA), University of Northern Iowa
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Grand Canyon University (in progress)
Teaching Interests
Emergency and critical care nursing, simulation-based education, and the integration of real-world clinical scenarios to support the development of clinical judgment and practical application.
Research Interests
Professional Accomplishments: Holds specialty certifications in emergency and transport nursing (CEN, CFRN, CTRN)