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Dr. Edeker joined the Allen College School of Nursing faculty in 2013. She holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) from University of Iowa, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP), from Allen College, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from St. Paul College of Iloilo (Philippines). She is an Associate Professor, track lead for the family nurse practitioner track, and continues to provide medical care in the community as a family nurse practitioner. Her teaching responsibilities focus on DNP project implementation, teaching a variety of graduate nursing courses, precepting students at the Allen College DeBonis Free Medical Clinic, and managing the interprofessional residency.
Education:
DNP, University of Iowa
MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, Allen College
BSN, St. Paul College of Iloilo
Professional Certifications:
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Professional Memberships:
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Inc.
Iowa Nurse Practitioner Society
Iowa League for Nursing Education
National League for Nursing
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Pi Kappa Chapter
Teaching Concentration:
Advanced practice roles; Policy and finance; Population health; Evidence-based practice; Pathophysiology
Scholarship/Research:
Dr. Edeker’s area of interest for scholarship and research include topics related women’s health (infertility, polycystic ovarian syndrome), preventative health, and interprofessional collaboration.
What do you enjoy most about teaching at Allen College?
I enjoy collaborating with my fellow professors at the college and being part of a team that genuinely cares for its students. It is a joy to witness students' growth, especially seeing the progress they make throughout their clinical experiences. Being a small part of making a difference in their academic endeavors is incredibly rewarding.