Renee Pierce

Biography

I worked many years in the food industry and decided I would go back to school to become a nurse. My journey started at Illinois Central College getting my prerequisites completed and then I went on to school to obtain my bachelors in science degree. I then went on to obtain my master’s degree in nursing. My aim next was to complete the DNP program which I accomplished in December of 2021. I have been employed at Bradley University since 2012 in adjunct capacity and became full time in 2016 as an Associate Professor in Residence.

Hobbies

• I love to spend time riding the Harley Davidson and traveling with my husband
• Love trips to Mexico, Colorado, Arizona
• I love watching my grandsons grow up
• Love spending time with my husband of 30 years

Teaching

• NUR 203 Fundamentals Skills Lab
• NUR 206 Adult Health I: An Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing
• NUR 220 Alcohol: Use and Abuse
• NUR 221 Substance Abuse
• NUR 315 Mental Health Practicum
• NUR 353 Gerontology/Aging Process
• NUR 372 Safety and Emergency Care
• NUR 414 Senior Seminar: Preparation for Professional Nursing

Teaching Philosophy

I believe that a classroom should be a safe, caring environment where students are free to flourish and grow. I will use strategies to ensure the classroom community will thrive, such as case studies where students can work together, problem-solving activities. I love to see the ah ha moment in students when they understand a concept especially in the practicum

Service

• Service on variety of committees in Nursing Department
• Advisor to Nursing Students