Instructor Education Biography Michalle Cox is a full-time clinical instructor at CCN. She is a proud alumnus of The University of West Alabama (UWA), graduating with an Associate of Science in Nursing in 2007. She started her nursing career at DCH Regional Medical Center in the Cardiac Surgical ICU. She graduated in 2017 from The […]
MEPN Coordinator, Clinical Associate Professor Education Biography Dr. Amy Bigham received her BSN from the Capstone College of Nursing at the University of Alabama in 1994. She worked as a nurse in the Emergency Department at DCH Regional Medical Center for several years, then later served as the Education Coordinator. She received her MSN as […]
Instructor Education Biography Nikki Herndon is a full-time clinical instructor at CCN. She received her RN at Shelton State Community College in 2011 and her MSN from Samford University in 2015. She started her nursing career as an Acute Care- Medical Surgical nurse at DCH Regional Medical Center. After she received her MSN, she worked […]
Instructor Education Biography Lindsey Hocutt is a full-time clinical instructor at the Capstone College of Nursing. Lindsey received her BSN from the University of Alabama in 2015 and is proud to return to her alma mater in this role. She started her first job in 2016 in the Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit where she became […]
Assistant Professor Education Biography Dr. Lauren Kyzar is a full-time clinical Assistant Professor at CCN. She graduated from UAB School of Nursing in 2014 with a BSN. She started her nursing career in the Trauma Surgical Intensive Care Unit, and it was here she developed her love for critical care, neurology, and trauma. Lauren also […]
Instructor Education Biography Ms. Smith is a dedicated, compassionate, and proficient Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) with extensive clinical experience in managing Cardiac, Respiratory, OB/GYN, Gastric, Dermatologic, and Psychiatric disorders in urgent care and family care settings. She has additional experience in precepting family nurse practitioner students in urgent care environment. Honors and Awards
Assistant Professor Education Biography Dr. Jones serves as a clinical assistant professor at the CCN. She earned her BSN from the University of South Alabama in 2020 and her DNP from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2024. Dr. Jones is a board certified Adult-Gero Acute Care Nurse Practitioner by the ANCC and holds […]
Assistant Professor (205) 348-0868 jkgraben@ua.edu (205) 348-5559 Education DNP, The University of Alabama, 2024 MSN, Masters of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2013 BS, Bachelor Science in Nursing, The University of Alabama, 2009 Associate in Science, Pre-Med, Northwest-Shoals Community College, 2006 Biography Dr. Graben Turner received her BSN from The […]
Instructor nhall7@ua.edu (205) 348-5559 Education MSN, Masters of Science in Nursing, Chamberlain University, 2022. Associate Degree of Nursing, Breckinridge College, 2015. Biography Nikki Hall is a dedicated healthcare professional whose journey in nursing has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for psychiatric care. Born and raised in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Nikki embarked […]
Clinical Instructor Education Biography Laura is a full-time clinical instructor at the Capstone College of Nursing. She is a UA/CCN alumni. In 2011, she began working as a patient care assistant/unit secretary in the DCH Regional emergency room. She earned a BSN in 2015. Laura remained in the emergency room until 2017 then internally transferred […]
Instructor Education Biography Ashleigh Morris is a full-time clinical nursing instructor at Capstone College of Nursing. She received her certificate as an LPN at Shelton State Community College in 2012 and her Associate Degree in Nursing in 2015. Ms. Morris is also a two-time alumnus here at the University of Alabama, receiving her BSN in […]
Instructor Education Biography Maggie Benfield is a full-time clinical instructor at the Capstone College of Nursing. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at the University of South Alabama in 2013. She worked in the University of South Alabama Level 1 Trauma Center in the Emergency Department and various other emergency departments in […]
Clinical Assistant Professor Education Biography Dr. Congraleatha VaGayle Payne is an accomplished nurse with over two decades of experience in the field. Her nursing journey began in 2002 when she earned her Associate Degree in Science in Nursing from Central Texas College. She has devoted herself to providing exceptional care to a diverse population of […]
Clinical Assistant Professor Education Biography Olivia (Ann) Couch is a Clinical Assistant Professor at The University of Alabama’s Capstone College of Nursing (CCN) and is a three-time graduate of The University of Alabama. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BS) in 2014 in the RN to BSN Program, and later a Master of […]
Assistant Professor (205) 348-6640 tlbratcher@ua.edu (205) 348-5559 Education DNP, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Bellarmine University, 2022 MSN, Masters of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Bellarmine University, 2012 BS, Bachelor Science in Nursing, Bellarmine University, 2005 Biography Dr. Bratcher began his career as an EMT in 1990, completing his Paramedic training in 1993. In 1998 […]
Instructor Education Biography Casey Bass is a full-time clinical instructor at the Capstone College of Nursing (CCN). She earned her Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from Bevill State Community College in 2010 and her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Samford University in 2013. Her clinical experience includes roles […]
Instructor Education Biography Lesley Davis is a full-time clinical instructor at CCN. She is a proud alumni of our program who graduated with her BSN in 2013. She started her nursing career at DCH Regional on the Cardiac Surgical ICU. She graduated in 2016 from The University of South Alabama with her MSN as a […]
Graduate Coordinator, Clinical Assistant Professor Education Biography Dr. Kayla Lucena-Glass is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Capstone College of Nursing (CCN). She earned her BSN from the University of Alabama in 2012, MSN from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2015, and DNP from the University of Alabama in 2017. Dr. Lucena-Glass is […]
Instructor Education Biography Anna Drury is a full-time clinical instructor at the Capstone College of Nursing. She earned her Associate Degree in Nursing at Bevill State Community College in 2009. She worked at Northport Medical Center at the Women’s Pavillion in the well-baby nursery. She then pursued her Master of Science degree in Nursing from […]
Instructor Education Biography Katelyn Repke is joining CCN as a full-time clinical instructor. She graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham with her BSN in 2013 and her MSN in 2018. At UAB, she was a member of the Advanced Nursing Education Program, which focused on providing exceptional healthcare to rural/underserved areas. She is a […]
Clinical Assistant Professor (205) 348-2263 rmerrill@ua.edu (205) 348-5559 Education DNP, Nursing, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2015 MSN, Masters of Science in Nursing, Pediatric NP, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2014 MS, Health Sciences, Touro University, 2006 BSN, Bachelor Science in Nursing, Troy State University, 1993 Biography Dr. Richard Merrill entered nursing at […]
Instructor Education Biography Kate McConathy is a proud graduate of The University of Alabama -Tuscaloosa Capstone College of Nursing (CCN). She graduated with her BSN in 2011 and went to work for The University of Alabama (UAB) hospital, first as a floor nurse and then as an Assistant Nurse Manager on the Orthopedic/Trauma Unit. She […]
Clinical Assistant Professor Education Biography Dr. Kimberly Wilson is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Capstone College of Nursing. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama, a Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) from UAB, and a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Samford […]
Clinical Assistant Professor Education Biography Dr. Scott is a Clinical Assistant Professor who teaches in the graduate program at CCN. She received her BSN from the CCN in 2005 and her MSN with a family nurse practitioner concentration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2011. She is certified by the American Academy of […]
Clinical Assistant Professor Education Biography Kimberly C. Parker received her Doctor of Nursing Administration and Education in from Samford University in August of 2018. She received her Master’s degree in Leadership from NOVA Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in June of 2013 and her BSN from Auburn University in Montgomery in June of 1991. […]
Clinical Assistant Professor Education Biography Dr. Josh Gunter is a clinical assistant professor at The University of Alabama. He received his ADN from Jefferson State Community College, BSN from Jacksonville State University, MSN in Nursing Health Systems Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and DNP from the University of Alabama. Dr. Gunter began […]
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs Clinical Professor Education Biography Dr. Amy (Davis) Lee received her BSN from the Capstone College of Nursing at the University of Alabama in 1990. She worked as a labor-and-delivery, recovery, post-partum nurse at UAB in Birmingham, West Florida Regional Medical Center in Pensacola, and Castle Hospital in Hawaii. She received […]
Instructor Education Biography Krista is a dedicated nurse educator and a two-time alumna of the Capstone College of Nursing. She earned her BSN in December 2009 and began her career in a Medical Intensive Care Unit, a population that is still her passion. In August 2017, she obtained her MSN with dual concentrations in Family […]
Clinical Assistant Professor Education Biography Dr. Rebecca A. Martin, DNP, MSN (E), APRN, CRNP, FNP-BC is a dedicated nurse practitioner, educator, and leader with extensive experience in clinical practice, education, and healthcare innovation. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of North Alabama, and Master of Science (MSN) in Nursing […]
Instructor Education Biography Brandi Lester is a proud wife and mother of three. She received her BSN from the Capstone College of Nursing at the University of Alabama in 2003 and her MSN in 2015 from Samford University as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). She is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Mrs. […]
Clinical Associate Professor Education Biography As an established Family Nurse Practitioner with specialty certifications in both Palliative Care and Oncology, I advocate for consumers to increase access to quality palliative care for serious illnesses. For over three decades, I have been a forerunner in supporting the integration of interdisciplinary models of care into clinical practice […]
Instructor (205) 348-7092 robin047@ua.edu (205) 348-5559 Education EdD, Instructional Leadership in Nursing Education, The University of Alabama, 2021 MSN, Masters of Science in Nursing, Case Management, The University of Alabama, 2014 BSN, Bachelor Science in Nursing, The University of Alabama, 2006 BA, Art History, The University of Colorado, 2001 Biography Sarah Robinson received her BSN […]
Professor Education Biography Research Interests: Health Disparities Clinical Interests Dr. Susan Appel Published Works and Scholarly Achievements Honors and Awards
