Dave Patterson

J. David Patterson

MN RN CCSNE
Pronouns: He/Him

Positions

Associate Dean Undergraduate Practice Education

Faculty of Nursing, Dean's Office

Assistant Professor (Teaching)

Faculty of Nursing, Faculty

Contact information

Phone number

Office: 403.210.6618

Location

Office: PF2238

For media enquiries, contact

Email: mediarequests@ucalgary.ca

 

Preferred method of communication

Senior Administrative Assistant

Daniella Pietrocarlo

daniella.pietrocarlo@ucalgary.ca

Background

Credentials

Canadian Certified Simulation Nurse Educator, Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing, 2022

Registered Nurse, College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, 2008

Educational Background

Bachelor of Nursing Nursing, University of Calgary, 2008

Master of Nursing Nursing, University of Calgary, 2019

Biography

Dave Patterson earned both his Bachelor of Nursing and Master of Nursing degrees from the University of Calgary. His graduate work focused on nursing education through interprofessional education simulations, culminating in his certification as a Canadian Certified Simulation Nurse Educator.


Since 2011, Dave has been a dedicated faculty member within the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Nursing. He currently holds the position of Assistant Professor (Teaching), following a distinguished clinical career that included roles as a Community Health Educator with the Calgary Zone Perinatal Education Program and as a Level II NICU Nurse with Alberta Health Services.
 

Dave’s commitment to advancing compassionate, family-centred care was deepened through his work with students in congregate living environments, where he developed a strong interest in supporting individuals living with dementia and their families. His collaborative approach emphasizes respectful engagement among students, staff, and care partners.
 

Throughout his tenure, Dave has taught across all levels of the undergraduate nursing curriculum. His current academic focus centers on supporting students as they transition into professional nursing practice.
 

In addition to his academic leadership as Associate Dean – Undergraduate Practice Education, Dave serves as President of the Alberta Gerontological Nurses Association, advocating for excellence in gerontological nursing across the province.

Research

Areas of Research

Simulation, Patient Safety, Nursing Education, Recognition and response to a deteriorating patient, Interprofessional education, Team communication competencies, Empathy for the older adult population

Participation in university strategic initiatives

Courses

Course number Course title Semester
NURS 599 Integrate Nurs Role & Pract VI Winter 2023
NURS 585 THE DISCIPLINE AND PROFESSION OF NURSING V: TRANSITION TO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE Spring 2023
NURS 585 THE DISCIPLINE AND PROFESSION OF NURSING V: TRANSITION TO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE Fall 2023
NURS 599 Integrate Nurs Role & Pract VI Fall 2023
NURS 285 The Discipline and Profession of Nursing I: Foundational Professional Concepts Fall 2024

Awards

  • Faculty of Nursing Pursuit of Excellence Awards - Outstanding Team Award - Term 8, UCalgary Faculty of Nursing. 2021
  • Covenant Health Faculty of Nursing Awards - Team Award _ Term 4, UCalgary Faculty of Nursing. 2015
  • CARNA Nursing Excellence in Education Award - NOMINEE, College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta. 2013
  • Karen Gammie Graduate Scholarship, UCalgary Faculty of Nursing. 2012
  • Nursing Practice Instructor Scholarship, UCalgary Faculty of Nursing. 2012

Publications