Dr. Christine Nibbelink

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christine Nibbelink is an Associate Professor in the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science at the University of San Diego. She has a diverse nursing background, beginning her career after earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Arizona. Christine's professional journey includes significant clinical experience in telemetry and intensive care units. Her academic path led her to complete a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Nursing Education and Clinical Nurse Specialist roles at the University of Northern Colorado. Nibbelink has dedicated her research to nursing informatics, particularly focusing on decision-making processes of nurses in acute care settings, and has received considerable grants and awards related to her work. She has taught various nursing courses at different institutions and is actively involved in research, aiming to improve clinical decision support systems through her findings. Christine enjoys outdoor activities, spending time with her family and pets in Poway, California.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2022-08-01 — Present

University of San Diego • San Diego, CA

Teaching graduate nursing courses and directing research initiatives.

Assistant Professor

2019-08-01 — 2022-05-31

San Diego State University • San Diego, CA

Taught undergraduate and graduate nursing courses.

Nursing Faculty

2007-08-01 — 2013-05-31

Aims Community College • Greeley, CO

Instructed nursing clinical courses.

Awards

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Postdoctoral Fellowship

2017-01-01
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Lange Dissertation Award

2017-01-01
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June Walter Reis Endowed Scholarship

2016-01-01
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Drennan Award

2009-01-01

Requirements for University of San Diego

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:93
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • LSAC CAS Report
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Juris Doctor (JD) is the primary professional degree in law. The school also accepts the LSAT or JD Next exam in addition to the GRE.