Dr. Christine Heid

Dr. Christine Heid, Nursing Simulation Specialist
Dr. Christine 'Christy' Heid, PhD, MSN/Ed, RN, CNE, CHSE is a dedicated nursing educator, simulationist, innovator, and healthcare advocate with over two decades of experience in the field. As a Nursing Simulation Specialist, she brings invaluable perspective as both a nurse educator and simulation expert who has personally experienced the challenges institutions face in preparing nurses for clinical practice. A recognized innovator in nursing education, she created the Heid ATE Guide for Clinical Teaching and Learning© and led a multi-site research project funded by an OADN Foundation Grant. Dr. Heid has held roles as a consultant, course developer, and faculty member, contributed to national committees, and published research on simulation and clinical judgment.

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