University of Phoenix Faculty Member and Student Honored at March of Dimes 2015 Nurse of the Year Awards Gala
September 23 2015 - 7:02AM
Business Wire
Awardees honored for outstanding work in
nursing industry
University of Phoenix® College of Health Professions School of
Nursing faculty Debbie Barrett-Bryson and student Canea West
recently received March of Dimes 2015 Nurse of the Year Awards in
the categories of “Nursing Educator of the Year” and “Nursing
Student of the Year.” Barrett-Bryson and West were honored at the
recent March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Awards Gala on Aug. 29,
2015 for their work to advance the nursing profession and the
outstanding care they provide Arizona families.
For more than a decade, the March of Dimes Nurse of the Year
Awards Gala has honored nurses throughout the state of Arizona.
Every year, hundreds of nurses are nominated in a variety of
categories by their peers as well as the community. Barrett-Bryson
and West join the more than 1,000 nurses who have been recognized
since the award’s inception.
“Debbie and Canea have demonstrated incredible knowledge,
compassion and enthusiasm, all skills that are characteristic of
great nurses,” said Tamara Rozhon, University of Phoenix College of
Health Professions executive dean. “These awards recognize their
hard work and commitment to nursing and education, and University
of Phoenix is proud to congratulate them on their recognition by
March of Dimes.”
Barrett-Bryson, an instructor for the University of Phoenix
School of Nursing and faculty advisor for the Student Nurses
Association, is committed to elevating her students’ skills to keep
pace with evolving best practices, as well as advancing the
profession through volunteer work in the community and
participation in professional organizations. In the classroom,
Barrett-Bryson fosters positive student-teacher relationships,
encourages professional growth and helps her students prepare for
the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Outside the
classroom, she has served on the National Council of State Boards
of Nursing and the Maricopa Health Integrated Systems Refugee
Commission, among others.
West, a nursing student at University of Phoenix, has not only
diligently pursued her academics, but has also dedicated time and
energy to helping future nurses access critical professional
development resources. During her LPN to RN program, she joined the
National Student Nurse Association (NSNA), a professional
development organization for nurses-in-training, which inspired her
to become one of the founding officers for the University of
Phoenix chapter of NSNA, to foster the professional growth of her
peers. Upon graduation, her goal is to become a midwife. In
addition, West plans to become a clinical instructor for a nursing
school while continuing her education.
“Nurses have been a part of the March of Dimes history since the
very beginning. We are honored to recognize these unsung heroes for
the care they provide our Arizona families,” said Michael Simoni,
State Director, March of Dimes Arizona Chapter.
Barrett-Bryson and West were selected from more than 300
nominees. Two other University of Phoenix School of Nursing
students, MaiEsha Abdella and Tiffany Gates, were also finalists
for the “Nursing Student of the Year” award.
To learn more about University of Phoenix School of Nursing
programs, visit www.phoenix.edu/nursing. For general information
about UOPX programs, including on-time completion rates, the median
debt incurred by students who completed the program and other
important information, please visit
phoenix.edu/programs/gainful-employment.
About March of Dimes
March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for
pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide, the March of
Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth
defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest
resources and information, visit marchofdimes.org or
nacersano.org.
About the School of Nursing
The School of Nursing at the University of Phoenix® College of
Health Professions offers graduate, undergraduate, and certificate
programs that prepare nurses for the new challenges and
ever-expanding roles they play in today’s health care field. In an
era of unprecedented change—from shifting patient demographics, to
the emergence of new models like telemedicine and retail medicine,
to an increasingly complex licensing and credentialing
environment—the School of Nursing is committed to helping students
navigate the changes and remain on the leading edge of their
professions. The School of Nursing helps today’s students become
the nurses tomorrow needs. For more information, visit
http://www.phoenix.edu/colleges_divisions/nursing.html
About University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix is constantly innovating
to help working adults move efficiently from education to careers
in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant and
engaging courses, and interactive learning can help students more
effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing
their busy lives. As a subsidiary of Apollo Education Group, Inc.
(Nasdaq: APOL), University of Phoenix serves a diverse student
population, offering associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral
degree programs from campuses and learning centers across the U.S.
as well as online throughout the world. For more information,
visit www.phoenix.edu.
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