Rebecca Flynn

Assistant Professor of Nursing of the School of Nursing

Courses Regularly Taught

• NSG 131 Nursing Health Promotions Across the Lifespan
• NSG 160 Nursing Care of Patients Across the Lifespan I
• NSG 200 Nursing Care of Patients Across the Lifespan II

Year Started at Mercy College 2007

Education

• BSN, University of Kentucky (2004)
• MSN, University of Kentucky (2007)

Certifications

• Advanced Regsitered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
• Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP)

Advice to Students
That is what learning is. You suddenly understand something you've understood all your life, but in a new way. – Doris Lessing

Clinical/Field Experience

• Medical-Surgical/ Hematology- Oncology nurse with specialization in pediatrics 3 years at Kentucky Children's Hospital.
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in various Pediatric Clinics for 1 year.
• ASN Clinical Instructor on various Pediatric Acute Care Floors in Des Moines Metro since 2007.

Research Interests and Professional Projects

• Master's Thesis Project: Carbohydrate counting over-the-counter medications for the insulin dependent pediatric patient.

Professional Memberships

• Member of Sigma Theta Tau International-- International Nursing Honor Society
• Member of NAPNAP- National Association of Pediatric Nurses and Pediatric Nurse Practitioners

Community Service Involvement

• Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure-- Breast Cancer Awareness
• Volunteer for Children and Family Urban Ministries

Personal History

As a child I was hospitalized for an extended period of time and greatly touched by my nurse, Diane. She took care of me differently than all the other nurses because she not only cared for my physical needs but brought a smile to my face and always made me feel special. At one time in my life I aspired to be Diane. I wanted to be able to make a difference in other children's lives while they were hospitalized. I attained that goal and still carry those moments shared with very special children.

Today, I aspire to lead and prepare other nurses to attain that same goal of comforting a child and their family physically, mentally, and spiritually when they are most scared and vulnerable.

My husband and I reside in Ankeny, IA with our two sons Elijah and Emmitt. We enjoy being outdoors, riding bicycles, and spending time with our families.