Suzanne Wurster, PhD
Associate Professor of Nursing - Simulation Coordinator
One University Boulevard
Bluffton, SC 29909

I am currently serving as a Simulation Coordinator and Associate Professor of Nursing at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ Beaufort. My role involves facilitating engaging material that maximizes learning, collaborating with faculty and health professionals, and developing innovative simulations to enhance nursing education in many ways.
Previously, I was the Division Chair and Director of the Prelicensure BSN Program at Immaculata University, along with being an Assistant Professor and instructor where I oversaw faculty recruitment, curriculum development, and BSN program activities.
I hold a PhD in Nursing Education from Nova Southeastern University. Earned a bachelor's Science in Nursing, preceding a Masters of Science in Nursing, as well as a Post-Master's Certificate all from Drexel University.
Having a diverse background that includes roles as an ATI Virtual and Capstone Educator, Assistant Professor, Legal Nurse Expert and a Staff Development Educator, and Nursing Faculty across various institutions alongside my certifications and affiliations reflect my commitment to advancing nursing education and practice. I am passionate about leveraging simulation to improve nursing education and clinical competencies.
- Education
- Teaching
- Research
PhD in Nursing Education. Nova Southeastern University
Post-master's Certificate. Drexel University
Master of Science in Nursing. Drexel University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Drexel University
Diploma in Nursing. Brandywine School of Nursing
- NURS B326 - Adult Health I
- Nursing Simulations
- Evolution and study of Medical Malpractice Cases
- Development, Facilitation, and Debriefing of Clinical Simulations in Learning
- Next Generation Teaching Strategies
- Narrative Pedagogy in Nurse Education