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Faucett to join Vanderbilt Nursing as assistant dean for clinical affairs
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJul. 1, 2025
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Vanderbilt School of Nursing to launch CRNA program in 2026
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 20, 2025
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Vanderbilt School of Nursing graduates 413 students at 2025 commencement ceremony
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 9, 2025
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Kristina Thomas Dreifuerst named Senior Associate Dean for Academics
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreApr. 22, 2025
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VUSN faculty named to 2025 FAANP class
Three Vanderbilt University School of Nursing alumni and faculty members have been named fellows of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as part of the 2025 class. Associate Professor Abby Luck Parish, DNP, MSN’05, FNAP, Associate Professor Mary Lauren Pfieffer, DNP, MSN’11, and Assistant Professor in Clinical Nursing Tiffany Street, DNP’18, MSN’03, were selected for their positive and profound impact on the nurse practitioner profession, education, and national and global health. Read MoreApr. 22, 2025
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VUSN to host Black Angels Nurses Month event
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreApr. 18, 2025
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Phillippi elected to National Academies of Practice
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMar. 21, 2025
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VUSN and VUMC announce Academy for Cultural Pioneering Nurse Leaders
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMar. 17, 2025
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Vanderbilt to host Delirium & Age-Friendly Care Institute
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreFeb. 25, 2025
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VUMC leader to head up new nurse anesthesia program at Vanderbilt School of Nursing
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreFeb. 1, 2025
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Tapp awarded VUSN Award for Recognition of Faculty Achievement in Social Justice
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJan. 27, 2025
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International Council of Nurses selects Nashville, Tennessee, for 2026 ICN NP/APN Network Conference
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJan. 17, 2025
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Alexander named Nursing Informatics Director at VUSN
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJan. 16, 2025
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Williams recognized with student-voted Dean Colleen Conway-Welch Award
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJan. 15, 2025
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2024 Reunion celebrates, recognizes alumni
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreNov. 21, 2024
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Piano selected for Distinguished Achievement Award by American Heart Association
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreNov. 21, 2024
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VUSN named Best School for Men in Nursing for sixth time
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreNov. 19, 2024
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VUSN honors talent, brainpower, service of 2024 Alumni Award winners
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreNov. 15, 2024
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Vanderbilt receives award from ARPA-H to focus on improving mental health chatbots
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreOct. 10, 2024
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School of Nursing earns 2024 INSIGHT Into Diversity Champion award
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreOct. 4, 2024
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VUSN to expand dementia-friendly care with $5 million HRSA GWEP grant
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreSep. 26, 2024
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Inaugural Research Day shares nursing science on health equity
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreSep. 19, 2024
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McNelis awarded prestigious 2024 NLN award
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreSep. 16, 2024
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VUSN Awarded $1.5 million to continue work on SANE program
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreSep. 16, 2024
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Vanderbilt leaders receive HENIF grant to expand programs promoting diversification in nursing
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreAug. 23, 2024
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DeWire’s second career of nursing leads to 15 years of compassionate care
Tracey DeWire, MSN'08, ACNP-BC, had a 16-year career in sales before deciding to become a nurse practitioner, a decision inspired by her best friend’s cancer diagnosis. She’s kept that inspiration burning in the 15 years of her second career. Her compassionate care has led to a VUMC Patient and Family Choice Award. Read MoreAug. 2, 2024
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VUSN to host research day August 21
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJul. 30, 2024
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Stolldorf to be inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJul. 26, 2024
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Johnson, Gooch recognized as distinguished fellows
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJun. 27, 2024
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Shaunna Parker named Women’s Health/Gender-Related Specialty director
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJun. 13, 2024
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Hart recognized at 2024 Spring Staff Assembly
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 31, 2024
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Stolldorf among 66 Vanderbilt faculty grants empowering student innovation through immersion
Associate Professor Deonni Stolldorf 's project, "Implementation Science in Healthcare Settings," is part of the Provost's Faculty Grants for Culminating Projects in Immersion, designed to support faculty who provide students with transformative experiences across Vanderbilt. Read MoreMay. 31, 2024
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Three VUSN faculty honored by ACNM
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 23, 2024
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VUSN recognizes faculty and staff at awards ceremony
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 22, 2024
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VUSN opens Master of Nursing applications for January 2025 admission
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 21, 2024
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VUSN graduates 449 students at 2024 commencement ceremony
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 13, 2024
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VUSN to host Nurses Month panel
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 13, 2024
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VUSN celebrates Nurses Month 2024
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 2, 2024
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Kleinpell receives AACN Pioneering Spirit award
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMay. 2, 2024
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VUSN faculty honored with advocacy award, fellowships
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreApr. 26, 2024
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VUSN matching program to inspire philanthropy, drive research and create change regarding health inequities
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreApr. 23, 2024
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School of Nursing to host free virtual panel on planetary health
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreApr. 18, 2024
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Giving Day 2024: Give. Go. Help. Share.
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreApr. 1, 2024
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Nominations for 2024 VUSN Alumni Awards sought
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreMar. 15, 2024
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VUMC welcomes first RNs from Nurse Scholars Program
Vanderbilt University Medical Center is welcoming the first graduates of the Nurse Scholars Program, which pays for up to four semesters of nursing school tuition at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing (VUSN) or Cumberland University in return for a work commitment to VUMC. The welcoming of the graduates comes as the latest group of nursing scholars were recently accepted into the program, which began accepting scholars in 2023. The program will pay up to $7,500 in tuition per semester, which is applied after grants and other scholarships. Read MoreFeb. 23, 2024
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School of Nursing and Center for Spiritual and Religious Life team up on project to prepare students to work with diverse religious populations
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJan. 25, 2024
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Assistant Professor Julia Steed receives social justice award
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJan. 24, 2024
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Allison honored with student-voted Dean Colleen Conway-Welch Award
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJan. 24, 2024
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Comments sought for accreditation of Master of Nursing program
Joshua Faucett, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, will join the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing as inaugural assistant dean for clinical affairs, effective August 1. Faucett will serve as the director for clinical affairs, working with faculty and the clinical placement team on student clinical placement matters. He will also oversee clinical… Read MoreJan. 18, 2024
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More than Skin Deep: Alumnus Victor Czerkasij helps the children in Ukraine
Nursing alumnus Victor Czerkasij, MSN’06, has made visits to Ukraine, the land of his parents and ancestors, part of his personal mission. On his recent visits, he treated hospitalized children who have been traumatized by the war. “What was amazing to me was how many of the children would say, ‘I’m OK. Why don’t you give it to the child next door? They’re even worse than me,’” Czerkasij recalls. Read MoreJan. 12, 2024