Suzanne Wurster, PhD

Suzanne Wurster, PhD

Associate Professor of Nursing - Simulation Coordinator

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Bluffton, SC 29909
843-208-8311
Suzanne Wurster, PhD

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