Dr. Debra Cherubini
- Associate professor
- RN-BSN program director
- Email:
- debra.cherubini@salve.edu
- Phone:
- (401) 341-3251
O'Hare Academic Building, Room 230
Areas of Expertise
- Public health and disaster preparedness, health care informatics, leadership and management
Education
- B.S. in nursing, Salve Regina University (1988)
- M.S. in nursing, University of Rhode Island (1998)
- Ph.D. in nursing education, Cappella University (2015)
What's My Why?
Education of nurses is critical because it directly impacts the quality of care patients receive. Well-educated nurses are more equipped to handle complex medical situations, understand patient needs and provide safe and effective care. They play a vital role in health care teams and contribute significantly to improved patient outcomes. My philosophy of teaching nurses centers around the idea that education should be student-centered, interactive and facilitate evidenced-based nursing practice. It is important to create a learning environment that encourages critical thinking, problem solving and fosters a passion for lifelong learning.
Professional Experience
I started my career as a full-time faculty member in 2012. I am the program manager for the RN to BSN program. I have been a nurse for 37 years. I am a graduate of Salve's nursing program. I started my career in the U.S. Navy and completed 20 years of service as a Navy nurse.