Professor Dr. Melanie Guindon

Biography

Melanie brings extensive experience in perinatal newborn care at clinical and educational levels, contributing to major provincial initiatives. She served as a subject matter expert for the Baby’s Chance resource review in 2024 and played a crucial role in the technical design, content development, and launch of the Perinatal Newborn Health Hub. At the University of British Columbia, Melanie teaches a full spectrum of learning, focusing on teaching theory in NURS 345 and conducting labs in NURS 401/322, as well as overseeing clinical practice in NURS 365. She also teaches an elective course, NURS 180, during the summer term. Actively participating in clinical education, Melanie provides bedside support and delivers training in Fetal Health Surveillance (FHS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for healthcare providers, while also offering prenatal education to expectant families. She emphasizes integrating evidence-informed practice with compassionate and practical guidance to foster inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments. Utilizing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and active learning strategies, she promotes critical thinking and creates significant learning experiences, reflecting a commitment to learner success and equity in the BSN program.

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