Diana Baker
MSN, RN, CNE
Westminster
Summary
Professional educator with commitment to fostering academic growth and intellectual curiosity. Adept in curriculum development and delivering high-quality lectures that stimulate student engagement. Recognized for collaborative team efforts and adaptability to evolving academic environments, ensuring supportive learning atmosphere.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Professor
Notre Dame of Maryland University
01.2023 - Current
- Course Coordinator for Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, Healthy Aging, and Holistic Health Assessment for traditional and hybrid BSN programs
- Design and deliver course content using active learning strategies such as case-based discussions, unfolding scenarios, role-play simulations, and concept mapping
- Integrate competency-based education (CBE) frameworks to align learning outcomes with essential clinical and professional competencies
- Promote an inclusive and student-centered learning environment, valuing diverse perspectives and creating a safe space for engagement and reflection
- Facilitate student learning through didactic instruction, hands-on skills labs, and high-fidelity simulations that reflect real-world complexity
- Assess student performance through formative and summative methods, providing individualized feedback to support academic and professional growth
- Collaborate in curriculum design and quality improvement efforts within the School of Nursing
- Engage in departmental committees, advising, and professional development aligned with academic and institutional mission
- Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
- Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
Adjunct Faculty
Stevenson University
08.2022 - Current
- Course coordination for Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing course.
- Prepare courses following published faculty workload guidelines.
- Engage in instructional activity totaling 16 contact hours (Medical-Surgical 1 & 2, Pediatrics, and Professionalism).
Education
DNP - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Maryland
08.2024 - Current
M.S. - Nursing Education
Stevenson University
07.2020 - 08.2022
B.S. - Nursing
Hunter College, CUNY
09.2008 - 09.2010
B.S. - Business Administration
Frostburg State University
09.2003 - 12.2006
Skills
Teaching excellence
Mentoring students
Student counseling
Online teaching
Student engagement
Faculty collaboration
Curriculum development
Competency Based Education
Clinical Experience
Lifebridge-Sinai Hospital
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatry December 2024-Present
Sheppard Pratt
Registered Nurse, Adolescent Female Crisis Stabilization August 2023-February 2024
Greater Chesapeake Health and Wellness, LLC.
Registered Nurse, Mobile Treatment Services October 2022-July 2023
Eating Recovery Center Pathlight, Inc.
Registered Nurse March 2022-July 2023
Greater Baltimore Medical Center
Registered Nurse March 2023-October 2023
Saint Agnes Hospital
Clinical Registered Nurse II September 2014- July 2016
New York Presbyterian Hospital/ Weill Cornell Medical Center
Staff Registered Nurse July 2011-August 2014
Certification
Registered Professional Nurse, 02/01/26
Organizations
- National League for Nursing
- American Nurses Association
- American Psychiatric Nurse Association
- Maryland Nurses Association
Timeline
DNP - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Maryland
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Professor
Notre Dame of Maryland University
01.2023 - Current
Adjunct Faculty
Stevenson University
08.2022 - Current
M.S. - Nursing Education
Stevenson University
07.2020 - 08.2022
B.S. - Nursing
Hunter College, CUNY
09.2008 - 09.2010
B.S. - Business Administration
Frostburg State University
09.2003 - 12.2006
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