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 University of South Carolina 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