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Baltimore, Md. – Four University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON) faculty members have been awarded Nurse Support Program (NSP) II grants totaling more than $2.3 million. NSP II grants aid in increasing nursing capacity in Maryland by implementing statewide initiatives to grow the number of nurses prepared to serve effectively in faculty roles and by strengthening nursing education programs at Maryland institutions. Grants are funded through the Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission and administered by the Maryland Higher Education Commission. The NSP II grants awarded to UMSON beginning in Fiscal Year 2026 include: Lori Edwards, DrPH, BSN '80, RN, CNS-PCH, BC, assistant professor and associate dean for the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program – Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Population Health/Public Health Nursing ($142,744 over two years) This two-year planning grant will support development of a DNP specialty track in advanced public health nursing. The initiative addresses the urgent need for doctorally prepared nurses with expertise in population health, health equity, and policy development to lead transformative public health efforts. The program will offer a rigorous curriculum focused on advanced competencies and evidence-based projects in collaboration with public health agencies. Graduates will be prepared to reduce health inequities, lead population-level interventions, and drive system- and policy-level change. The planning grant supports workforce needs assessments, curriculum development, and the design of innovative courses and practicum experiences tailored to advanced public health nursing practice, reinforcing UMSON’s commitment to strengthen Maryland’s nursing workforce. Cheryl A. Fisher, EdD, MSN, RN, associate professor and co-director of the MSN Nursing Informatics specialty – Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Maryland Higher Education: The AIM-High Program ($578,633 over four years) The AIM-High Program is a statewide initiative designed to strengthen Maryland nurse educators’ capacity to integrate AI into nursing education. The program will train 100 faculty in foundational AI through webinars, mentorships, and a statewide symposium featuring 20 evidence-based AI projects. AIM-High also establishes a sustainable network for collaboration and resource sharing to foster continued innovation. The AIM-High Program advances statewide goals to increase student enrollment and grow the nursing workforce to meet the demands of an evolving health care system. Linda J. Hickman, PhD ’98, MBA, RN, FACHE, assistant professor - Preceptor Program for Undergraduate Nursing Education ($145,308 over one year)  This planning project aims to design a preceptor program that enhances support for staff nurse preceptors and strengthens the undergraduate student learning experience. Drawing on nearly 20 years of academic-practice partnership experience, the project will: assess the current state of precepting and preceptor needs through surveys and interviews, focusing on role ambiguity, conflict, overload, burnout, and intent to stay maximize preceptor effectiveness and student learning by convening a taskforce to develop a best-practice program informed by findings and strategies to reduce burnout and promote retention pilot the program in partnership with two Maryland hospitals to evaluate outcomes and guide future implementation. Process outcomes will be evaluated along with nurse well-being and intention to stay. Sandra Lucci, PhD, MS ’95, RN, CNE, CMSRN, assistant professor - Cohen Scholars Cohort Model Continuation Grant ($1,512,061 over four years) Building on a solid foundation in nurse educator preparation and professional development through UMSON’s Institute for Educators, the initiative will implement a comprehensive framework to cultivate the next generation of nursing faculty. The enhanced program continues a structured mentorship model to prepare Cohen Scholars for diverse academic and clinical teaching roles. Individualized pathways for master’s and doctoral students include coursework in educational pedagogy and targeted teaching practicums. Scholars will also receive training in financial literacy, attend professional conferences, and participate in specialized workshops and webinars. The initiative addresses Maryland’s critical nurse educator shortage and establishes a sustainable model to prepare faculty equipped to meet the evolving demands of nursing education and workforce development. ### The University of Maryland School of Nursing, founded in 1889, is one of the oldest and largest nursing schools in the nation and is ranked among the top nursing schools nationwide. Enrolling more than 2,000 students in its baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral programs, the School develops leaders who shape the profession of nursing and impact the health care environment.

Baltimore, Md. – The University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON) has named Danielle K. McCamey, DNP, CRNP, ACNP-BC, FAAN, FAANP, FCCP, FADLN, assistant professor, as its inaugural associate dean for clinical partnerships and innovation. In her new role, McCamey will be responsible for developing and maintaining partnerships with clinical leaders in the community, throughout health care systems, at community colleges, and at other universities. She will also be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of innovative special programs in collaboration with Yolanda Ogbolu, PhD ’11, MS ’05, BSN ’04, NNP, FNAP, FAAN, the Bill and Joanne Conway Dean of the University of Maryland School of Nursing and professor, and the UMSON senior leadership team. “I look forward to Dr. McCamey’s contributions to UMSON as we continue to develop collaborative relationships and partnerships in education, research and scholarship, and practice that support our commitment to nursing excellence and to the individuals and diverse communities that we serve,” Ogbolu said. Prior to joining UMSON, McCamey served as the assistant dean for strategic partnerships and assistant professor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing in Baltimore. “I’ve always been driven by purpose, and the opportunity to join the University of Maryland School of Nursing felt like a natural next step in continuing that purpose,” said McCamey, who joined UMSON on June 16. “This role gives me the chance to build bridges between education and practice and to create clinical partnerships that not only strengthen our profession but also reflect the communities we serve. I’m excited to bring all of who I am as a clinician, educator, advocate, and community-builder to this next chapter and to be part of a school that’s truly committed to innovation, equity, and impact.” McCamey brings to her position more than two decades of clinical experience as a board-certified acute care nurse practitioner and as chief nurse practitioner at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. She also served as a registered nurse on the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Inova Alexandria Hospital in Virginia and in the PACU and Medical Intensive Care Unit at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, also in Washington, D.C. McCamey earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and her Master of Science, Acute Care degrees from the Georgetown University School of Nursing and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Virginia. She also holds a Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate from the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy and is a 2023 graduate of the National League for Nursing Leadership Institute. McCamey is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP), and, most recently, the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is a member of the inaugural class of Distinguished Fellows in the Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing. McCamey is the recipient of multiple awards and honors, including the American Association of Critical Care Nurses Pioneering Spirit Award and the ACCP’s Richard S. Irwin, MD, Master FCCP Honor Lecture. In 2016, she founded the organization DNPs of Color, a national nonprofit organization that seeks to build community for nurses of color through networking, mentorship, and advocacy to increase diversity in doctoral students, clinical practice, and leadership. She serves as the organization’s CEO and president. ### The University of Maryland School of Nursing, founded in 1889, is one of the oldest and largest nursing schools in the nation and is ranked among the top nursing schools nationwide. Enrolling more than 2,000 students in its baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral programs, the School develops leaders who shape the profession of nursing and impact the health care environment.

Baltimore, Md. - Veronica "Ronnie" Quattrini, DNP, MS ’99, BSN ’85, FNP-BC, FAANP, associate professor and senior director of the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at the University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON), has been named a 2025 Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). She was inducted during a ceremony at the AANP’s national conference in San Diego on June 19. The AANP is the largest professional membership organization for nurse practitioners (NP)s, representing more than 431,000 licensed NPs across the United States. Fellowship in the AANP recognizes nurse practitioner leaders who have made exceptional contributions to clinical practice, education, research, or health policy. Quattrini joins a national group of 951 AANP Fellows committed to advancing the profession, mentoring future leaders, and promoting high-quality health care. “We congratulate Dr. Quattirini on this tremendous honor,” said Yolanda Ogbolu, PhD ’11, MS ’05, BSN ’04, NNP, FNAP, FAAN, the Bill and Joanne Conway Dean of the University of Maryland School of Nursing and professor. “It is gratifying that she has been recognized by her peers for her many contributions to health care and her service as an exemplary nurse leader. We applaud her commitment to enhancing the role of nurse practitioners and advancing excellence in nursing.”  NPs assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic diseases as well as counsel, coordinate care, and educate patients regarding their illnesses, bringing a comprehensive perspective to health care. Americans make nearly 1 billion visits to NPs annually. The AANP provides legislative leadership at the local, state, and national levels; promotes excellence in practice, education, and research; and establishes standards that best serve NPs’ patients and other health care consumers. A board-certified family nurse practitioner, Quattrini’s career includes more than 40 years of nursing experience and over 25 years of NP practice. She provides care in the adult and pediatric emergency departments and at Urgent Care at the University of Maryland Medical Center, where she also precepts DNP students. Her clinical background includes primary care, occupational health, gastroenterology, corrections, retail health, and emergency medicine. Quattrini previously served as vice president of clinical support and training at ChoiceOne Urgent Care An accomplished educator and researcher, she has secured funding for interprofessional education initiatives, authored peer-reviewed publications, and presented at national and international conferences. Her many honors include UMSON’s New Faculty Award (2019), the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty (2023), and a White House invitation in 2020 to represent front-line health care workers. Her research focuses on diagnostic reasoning and AI-driven strategies in health care education. Quattrini holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Thomas Jefferson University in Pennsylvania and earned both her Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees from UMSON. She is involved in several professional organizations, including AANP, the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties, the American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners, and Sigma, the international honor society of nursing. ### The University of Maryland School of Nursing, founded in 1889, is one of the oldest and largest nursing schools in the nation and is ranked among the top nursing schools nationwide. Enrolling more than 2,000 students in its baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral programs, the School develops leaders who shape the profession of nursing and impact the health care environment.