R. Cody Bruce, PhD, MSN Ed, RN, CNE

Education and Training

• Capella University, PhD, Nursing Education, 2022
• University of Phoenix, MSN, Nursing Education, 2012
• Northwestern State University of Louisiana, BSN, 2007
• Northwestern State University of Louisiana, BS in Psychology, 2007

Professional Certifications

• Certified Nurse Educator (CNE), 2019
• Certificate of Online Teaching, Texas A&M University, 2018
• Texas Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse
• Specialization in Nursing/Health Care Education, University of Phoenix, 2012
• Substance Abuse Counseling Concentration, Northwestern State University of Louisiana, 2007

Research Interests

• The role of familial genealogy in genomics
• Influence of retention activities on graduation of Native American students enrolled in BSN programs

Teaching Interests

• Psychiatric mental health nursing
• Acute care
• Nursing education

Awards, Recognition and Service

• DAISY Award nominee, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
• Association of Former Students Distinguished Achievement Award for Teaching, School Level Award Recipient, 2019
• Association of Former Students Distinguished Achievement Award for Teaching, University Level Nominee, 2019
• International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL), 2013 - 2016
• Sigma Theta Tau International as a Community Leader, Phi Iota Chapter, 2013
• American Nurses Association, 2013 - present
• Texas Nurses Association, 2013 - present
• National Alaska Native American Indian Nurses Association (NANAINA), 2017 - present
• National League for Nursing, 2013 - present
• LSUHSC Team Recognition Award in recognition for commitment to excellence in the care and treatment of patients, their families and guests, 2008
• Annie C. (O’Neal) Lynch Scholarship in Nursing, Northwestern State University of Louisiana, 2006