Past Award Recipients
2019 Award Recipients
Hayden Vanguard Lectureship
Brad Chesham MSN, PGC, RN, ICU, ALS-I
Spirit of Leadership
Penni Watts Ph.D., CHSEA
Frontline Champion
Syretta Spears MA, CHSOS
Excellence in Academia
Carrie Eaton Ph.D., MSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, CHSE
Excellence in Research
Mary Ann Shinnick Ph.D.
Excellence in Service
Susan Prion Ph.D.
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees
- Heidi DiGregorio MSN, APRN, PCNS-BC, CHSE, CNE
University of Deleware
Organizational Skill Development Using Simultaneous Multiple Patient Simulation
- Jennifer Ross PhD, RN, CNE
Villanova University
The Use of Standardized Participants as Healthcare Providers in a Curricular Integration of TeamSTEPPS Training into an Undergraduate Nursing Curriculum
- Katie McDermott RN, MSN, CPNP-AC
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
Critical Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner As Rapid Response Team Leader: Using Simulation-Based Education to Close a Cultural Gap
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2018 Research Article of the Year
Ann Butt, Suzan Kardong-Edgren, Anthony Ellerstson (2018). Using Game-Based Virtual Reality with Haptics for Skill Acquisition. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 16, 25-32
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2018 Non-Research Article of the Year
Sufia Turner, Nicole Harder (2018). Psychological Safe Environment: A Concept Analysis. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 18, 47-55
Anthony Battaglia Conference Scholarship Recipients
- Keri Cochran
- Christine Cook
- Rivka Guttman
- Elizabeth Hodges
- Carrie O'Reilly
2018 Award Recipients
President’s Award
Jalene Bowersmith, CAE
Hayden Vanguard Lectureship
Bryan Dang, BSN, RN, PHN
Spirit of Leadership
Carol Durham EdD, RN, ANEF, FAAN
Frontline Champion
Boise State Simulation Team
Best Practice Innovator
Randy Gordon, DNP, FNP-B
Excellence in Academia
Mindi Anderson PhD, ARNP, CPNP-PC, CNE, CHSE-A, ANEF
Excellence in Research
Virtual SIM Research Champions Team
Excellence in Service
Tonya Schneidereith PhD, CRNP, PPCNP-BC, CPNP-AC, CNE, CHSE
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees
- Nancy Sullivan, DNP, RN
John Hopkins University School of Nursing
Comparing the Gold Standard of Traditional Clinical Experience to the Simulation Experience
- Jo Loomis, FNP, DNP, CHSE
University of San Francisco
Validation of a Reliable Tool for Evaluation of Nurse Practitioner Students After Learning Experiences in a Simulated Clinical Setting
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2017 Research Article of the Year
Genevieve Beaird, Carla Nye, Leroy Thacker, II (2017). The Use of Video Recording and Standardized Patient Feedback to Improve Communication Performance in Undergraduate Nursing Students. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 13, 176-185.
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2017 Research Article of the Year
Margaret Verkuyl, Jennifer Lapum, Oona St-Amant, Lorraine Betts, Michelle Hughes (2017). An exploration of debriefing in virtual simulation. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 13, 591-594.
Anthony Battaglia Conference Scholarship Recipients
- Christine Singbusch
- Maureen Bajah
- Amanda Henson
- Allyson Cooper
- Hollis Caswell
- Dixie Holden
- Donnette Blachura Hong
2017 Award Recipients
President’s Award
Suzie Kardong-Edgren, PhD, RN, ANEF, CHSE, FAAN
Hayden Vanguard Lectureship
Susanna Cohen, BS, MSN, DNP, CNM
Spirit of Leadership
Julie Greenawalt, PhD, RNC, CHSE, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Frontline Champion
Jill Sanko, PhD, MS, ARNP-BC, CHSE-A, University of Miami School of Nursing & Health Studies
Best Practice Innovator
Susan Greathouse, MSN & Julie Fomenko, MSN, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
Excellence in Academia
Desiree Diaz, PhD, RN-BC, CNE, CHSE-A, University of Central Florida
Excellence in Research
Kim Leighton, PhD, RN, CHSE, CHSOS, ANEF, DeVry Medical International
Excellence in Service
Trisha (Leann) Horsley, PhD, RN, CHSE, CNE, Loyola University Chicago
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees
- Beth Burbach
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Examining the Impact of Facilitation Method in Simulation on Learning, Retention, and Performance
- Christy Dubert
Georgia Southern University
A Mixed Methods Investigation Exploring the Use and Perception of Screen-based Simulation for Improving Communication Skills of Nursing Students
- Carman Turkelson
Beaumont Health System Royal Oak
Using Virtual Simulation & Deliberate Practice To Promote Interprofessional Communication and Teamwork in Healthcare Professions Education
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Research Article of the Year
Zulkosky, K., White, K., Price, A., & Pretz, J. (2016). Effect of Simulation Role on Clinical Decision-Making Accuracy. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 12, 98-106.
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Research Article of the Year
Doolen, J., Mariani, B., Atz, T., Horsley, L., O’Rourke, J., McAfee, K., & Cross, C. (2016). High-fidelity simulation in undergraduate nursing education: A review of simulation reviews. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 12, 290-302.
Anthony Battaglia Conference Scholarship Recipients
- Sufia Turner
- Frincy Francis
- Heather Krueger
- Tina Dorau
- Danett Cantey
- Stephanie Nunes
- Jamiee Kastler
2016 Award Recipients
Hayden Vanguard Lectureship
Amy Cowperthwait, M.S.N, RN, BC-ACNS
Spirit of Leadership
Suzie Kardong-Edgren, PhD, RN, ANEF, CHSE, FAAN
Frontline Champion
Fran Kamp, MS, CHSE
Best Practice Innovator
Susanna Cohen, BS, MSN, DNP, CNM
Excellence in Academia
Cynthia Foronda, PhD, RN, CNE, ANEF, John Hopkins University
Excellence in Research
Marian Florence Luctkar-Flude, RN, MScN, PhD(c), Queen's University, School of Nursing
Excellence in Service
Not Awarded
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees:
- Beth Burbach
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Title: Examining the Impact of Facilitation Method in Simulation on Learning, Retention, and Performance
- Christy Dubert
Georgia Southern University
Title: A Mixed Methods Investigation Exploring the Use and Perception of Screen-based Simulation for Improving Communication Skills of Nursing Students
- Carman Turkelson
Beaumont Health System Royal Oak
Title: Using Virtual Simulation & Deliberate Practice To Promote Interprofessional Communication and Teamwork in Healthcare Professions Education
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Research Article of the Year
Zulkosky, K., White, K., Price, A., & Pretz, J. (2016). Effect of Simulation Role on Clinical Decision-Making Accuracy. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 12, 98-106.
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Non-Research Article of the Year
Doolen, J., Mariani, B., Atz, T., Horsley, L., O’Rourke, J., McAfee, K., & Cross, C. (2016). High-fidelity simulation in undergraduate nursing education: A review of simulation reviews. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 12, 290-302.
2015 Award Recipients
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees:
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Research Article of the Year
Pagano, M., O'Shea, R., Hetzel Campbell, S. Currie, L., Chamberlin, E., & Pates, C. (2015). Validating the Health Communication Assessment Tool© (HCAT) 2015 Research Paper of the Year. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 11(9), 402-410.
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Non-Research Article of the Year
Husebø, S., O'Regan, S., & Nestel, D. (2015). Reflective Practice and Its Role in Simulation. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 11(8), 368-375.
2014 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
Dr. Bette Mariani PhD, RN, Villanova University
Excellence in Research
Dr. Cynthia Foronda PhD, RN, CNE, John Hopkins University, School of Nursing
Excellence in Service
Dr. Lori Lioce DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C, CHSE, FAANP, The University of Alabama in Huntsville
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Research Article of the Year
Shinnick, M., & Woo, W. (2014). Does nursing student self-efficacy correlate to knowledge when using human patient simulation? Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 10(2), 71-79.
2013 Award Recipients
Spirit of Leadership
Beverly Hewett, PhD, RN, Idaho State University
Excellence in Academia
Sharon Decker RN, PhD, ANEF, FAAN, Texas Tech University, Health Sciences Center
Excellence in Service
Beverly Hewett, PhD, RN, Idaho State University
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees:
- Lynn Phillips, PhDc, MSN, RN, CNS
University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, CO
Title: Undergraduate Nursing Student Situation Awareness during Simulation
- Arleigh Bell, MN, MAED, RN
Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Langley, British Columbia, Canada
Title: The Effects of a Deliberate Practice Debriefing Model During a Response to Rescue High Fidelity Patient Simulation
- Margaret Fink, EdD, RN
Dominican University, San Rafael, CA
Title: Using Standardized Patients to Teach and Evaluate Spiritual Care for Patients at the End of Life
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Research Article of the Year
Aronson, B., Glynn, B., & Squires, T. (2013). Effectiveness of a role-modeling intervention on student nurse simulation competency. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 9(4), 121-126.
2012 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
- Kristina Thomas Dreifuerst, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, CNE, Indiana University
- Ann Sunderland, RN, BSc(Hons), NPDip, PGCHE, MMedSci, SFHEA, Leeds Metropolitan University
- Melanie Cason, MSN, RN, CNE, Medical University of South Carolina
Excellence in Research
Tera Kirkman, Ed.D., MSN, RN, University of North Alabama
Excellence in Service
Coleen Meakim, MSN, RN, Villanova University
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees:
- Susan Gross Forneris, PhD, RN
St. Catherine University
Title: Enhancing Clinical Reasoning: Teaching Thinking through Debriefing
- Mary Fey, PhD, RN
University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD
Title: Learning through Debriefing: Undergraduate Nursing Students’ Perspectives
- Heather Carter-Templeton, PhD, RN-BC
The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
Title: Student Nurses’ Use of Mobile Devices for Decision Making within a Clinical Simulation Lab
- Cynthia M. LaFond, PhD, RN, CCRN
University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, IL
Title: Children's Pain: PICU Nurses' Beliefs and Responses to Virtual Human Vignettes
Clinical Simulation in Nursing 2016 Research Article of the Year
Shinnick, M., Woo, M., Horwich, T., & Steadman, R. (2011). Debriefing: The most important component in Simulation? Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 7(3), 105-111.
2011 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
- Colette Foisy-Doll, RN, BScN, Grant MacEwan University
- Julia Greenawalt - PhD, RNC, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
- Suzanne Hetzel Campbell, PhD, WHNP, Fairfield University School of Nursing
Excellence in Research
Mindi Anderson, PhD, RN, University of Texas - Arlington
Excellence in Service
- Dawn Ferry, MSN, RN, Widener University
- Laura Opton, MSN, CNE, RN, Texas Tech University Health System Center
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees:
- Marycarol Rossignol, PhD, RN, CNL
Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ
Title: Impact of Video-assisted Feedback on Anxiety and Competence
- Catherine Jean Morse, PhD, RN, CCRN, CRNP-BC
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Title: The Effect of Debriefing with Good Judgment on Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Students’ Reflective Ability and Perspective Transformation
- Tera Richardson Kirkman, PhD, RN
University of North Alabama College of Nursing and Allied Health, Florence, AL
Title: The Effectiveness of Human Patient Simulation on Baccalaureate Nursing Students’ Transfer of Learning
2010 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
Terri Boese, MSN, RN, International University of Nursing
Excellence in Research
Valerie Howard, EdD, MSN, RN, Robert Morris University
Excellence in Service
Kim Leighton, PhD, RN, CNE, BryanLGH College of Health Sciences
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees:
- Betsy Guimond, RN, WHNP-BC, MN
College of Nursing, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
Title: Evaluation of a Simulation-Enhanced Obstetric Clinical Experience on Learning Outcomes for Knowledge, Self-efficacy, and Transfer
- Amy L. Jones, EdD, RN
South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD
Title: Assessing Nursing Students’ Clinical judgment Through Simulated Learning
- Susan Pauly-O'Neill, DNP, PNP
University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Title: Comparison of Student Experience with “Significant Acute Changes in Patient Condition” during both Pediatric Simulation and Pediatric Acute Care Hospital Rotations
2009 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
Patricia Ravert, Brigham Young University
Excellence in Service
Anthony Battaglia, President and CEO of POCKET NURSE
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees:
- Kristina Thomas Dreifuerst PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, CNE
Indiana University School of Nursing, Indianapolis, IN
Faculty Member University of Wisconsin School of Nursing and School of Medicine
Title: Using the Debriefing for Meaningful Learning (DML) Method of Debriefing Simulation Experiences
- Beth Fentress Hallmark, PhD, RN
Gordon E Inman College of Health Sciences and Nursing, Belmont University, Nashville, TN
Title: The Relationship between Faculty Training on Debriefing and Students’ Learning Achievement, Reflective Thinking, Learning Style and Student Feelings about Debriefing
- Kristen D. Zulkosky, MSN, RN, CCRN
Lancaster General College of Nursing and Health Science, Division of Nursing, Lancaster, PA
Title: The Impact of Debriefing Following Recorded High Fidelity Simulation Scenarios on Knowledge Acquisition, Self-Confidence and Satisfaction: A Quasi-Experimental Study
2008 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
Patricia Ravert, Brigham Young University
Excellence in Service
Patrick Van Gele, HECV Sante Health Sciences, Lausanne, Switzerland
Debra Spunt Grant Awardees:
- Susan Prion, EdD, RN & Judith Lambton, EdD, RN
University of San Francisco
Title: Simulation as an Effective Method for Teaching the Clinical Nurse Leader Role
- Libby Archer, EdD, RN
Baptist College of Health Sciences, Memphis, TN
Title: Impact of Simulation on Learning: Differences in Self-reports of Learning Progress Depending on Timing of Simulation
2007 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
Colleen Meakim, MSN, RN. Villanova University College of Nursing, Villanova, PA
Excellence in Research
Marian Florence Luctkar-Flude, RN, MScN, PhD(c), Queen's University, School of Nursing
Excellence in Service
Allen Hanberg, MSN, RN , University of Utah
2006 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
Barbara Peterson South Dakota State University
Excellence in Research
Leland J. (Rocky) Rockstraw, Ph.D., RN Drexel University College of Nursing & Health Professions
Excellence in Service
Beverly Hewett- Clinical Assistant Professor/ Coordinator, Learning Res Center, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID
2005 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
Pamela Jeffries, DNS, RN, FAAN - Indiana University
Excellence in Research
Janis Childs, RN, PhD - University of Southern Maine
Excellence in Service
Meg Meccariello, MS, RN St. Joseph's Hospital College of Nursing & Reba Moyer Childress of University of Virginia
2004 Award Recipients
Excellence in Academia
Teri Boese, RN, MSN - University of Iowa & Debra Spunt, MS, RN, FAAN - University of Maryland
Excellence in Research
Karen Tarnow, RN, PhD - University of Kansas
Excellence in Service
Jana Berryman, ND, CNS, RN, - Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence and the Work, Education and Lifelong Learning Simulation Center
2003 Award Recipients
Excellence in Service
- Kay Hodson Carlton, EdD, RN, FAAN - Ball State University and Charlene Clark, MEd, RN, FAAN, Intercollegiate College of Nursing/WSU College of Nursing
- Julia Greenawalt - PhD, RNC, Indiana University of Pennsylvania