J. David Patterson
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
Lynda Sea, Senior Manager - Communications
Office: +1.403.471-9762
Email: lsea@ucalgary.ca
Twitter: @ucalgarynursing
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 (he/him) completed his Bachelor of Nursing and Master of Nursing degrees here at the University of Calgary. His MN was focused on nursing education utilizing interprofessional education simulations, which led to certification as a Canadian Certified Simulation Nurse Educator.
Dave has taught at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Nursing since 2011. He is now an Assistant Professor (Teaching) after retiring from roles as both a Community Health Educator for the Calgary Zone Perinatal Education Program and a Level II NICU Nurse within Alberta Health Services. While working with students in congregate living facilities, Dave developed a passion for working with individuals experiencing dementia, their families, students, and staff to ensure respectful family-centred care is the standard of care.
Dave has taught throughout all terms of the undergraduate nursing curriculum, and his current focus is on transitioning from student to professional practice as a nurse.
Currently the Interim Associate Dean - Undergraduate Practice Education, Dave also serves as President of the Alberta Gerontological Nurses Association.
Research
Areas of Research
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
In the News
- ‘You’re always reacting’: Poll finds high number of Alberta nurses thinking of leaving profession. Global TV Calgary. (2024)
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