Dr. Kristen Bransby

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kristen Bransby is an Associate Teaching Professor at the Penn State Ross Carol Nese College of Nursing. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Maryland, a Master of Science in Nursing from Drexel University, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Pennsylvania State University. Bransby is a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner with a specialization in pediatric mental health. She has significant leadership experience in pediatric clinical settings, focusing on both inpatient care and mental health services. In her role, she enjoys educating and mentoring undergraduate and graduate nursing students. Bransby's research interests include quality improvement projects within pediatric populations, breastfeeding, adolescent mental health, and health policy. She actively participates in various professional organizations and has received multiple awards for her teaching and innovative practice development. Her dedication to the community is evident through her involvement with nonprofit initiatives aimed at enhancing pediatric health outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Teaching Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Penn State University • Hershey, PA

Instructs and mentors undergraduate and graduate nursing students in clinical and theoretical settings.

Awards

#2025

CGNE Grant

2025-01-01
#2021

Janet Williamson Award for Teaching Excellence

2021-01-01
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AACN’s Evidence-Based NIDA Mentored Training Award

2021-01-01
#2019

Evidence-Based Practice Project Award

2019-01-01

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.