CURRICULUM VITAE Joan Esper Kuhnly, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC, IBCLC, CNE Clinical Assistant Professor University of Connecticut School of Nursing U-4026, 231 Glenbrook Rd Storrs, CT 06269-4026 (860) 486-6130 (work) (860) 306-0342 (cell) Joan.Kuhnly@uconn.edu I. EDUCATION Degree Institution Major Field Date Completed B.S. University of Vermont Nursing May, 1985 M.S. University of Connecticut, Neonatal/Perinatal Nursing May, 1991 D.N.P University of Connecticut Nursing August, 2014 Dissertation: "Exploration of Factors Related to the Prevalence of Sustained Breastfeeding in Infants Born Between 35-37 6/7 Weeks Gestation" II. III. REGISTRATION Connecticut R42064 (RN) Connecticut 004982 (APRN) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE A. Experience in Higher Education From - To Institution Nature of Work Academic Status 1/07-present U. of Connecticut Didactic and Clinical Assistant Clinical Professor School of Nursing professor, Advising Graduate/Prelicensure Faculty Storrs, CT students 9/06-12/06 Southern Connecticut Clinical Instructor Instructor State University New Haven, CT 1/04-6/06 Capital Community Clinical Instructor Instructor College Hartford, CT B. Experiences in Other than Higher Education From - To Position Title Institution 11/10-present APRN, Lactation Consultant 1
Health Care Consultant Hartford Hospital 8/04-1/07 NICU and Pediatric Connecticut Children s Lactation Consultant Medical Center Hartford, CT 7/98-present Lactation Consultant Mother s Milk Lactation Consultation Private Practice Granby, CT 6/03-7/04 Lactation Consultant U. of Connecticut Health Center NICU and Pediatric Services Farmington, CT 7/98-2/06 Neonatal ICU Nurse U. of Connecticut Health Center 2/06-1/15 Staff Nurse Farmington, CT 5/91-7/98 Clinical Nurse Specialist U. of Connecticut Health Center Leadership NICU, Newborn Services Farmington, CT 1/88-4/91 Preceptor U. of Connecticut Health Center Farmington, CT 8/89-5/90 Director U. of Connecticut Dept. of Residential Life Storrs, CT 11/85-12/87 Surgical ICU Nurse McGuire Veteran s Administration Medical Center Richmond, Virginia IV. PUBLICATIONS A. Journal Articles, Refereed and Databased Maruca, A., Diaz, D., Kuhnly, J., & Jeffries, P (2015, Nov-Dec) Enhancing Empathy in Undergraduate Nursing students: An Experiential Ostomate Simulation Nursing Education Perspectives, 36(6), 286-291.doi: 10:5480/15-1578 Diaz, D. A., Maruca, A. T., Kuhnly, J. E., Jeffries, P., & Grabon, N. (2015, December). Creating caring and empathic nurses: A simulated ostomate. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 11(12), 513-518. http:// dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ecns.2015.10.002. Kuhnly, JE, (2015, Oct-Nov), Strategies to support sustained breastfeeding of late preterm multiple birth Infants, Nursing for Women's Health DOI: 10.1111/j.1751-486X.12236 Kuhnly, J., Juliano, M., & P. McLarney, (2015, Spring), The Development and Implementation of a Prenatal Education Program for Expectant Parents of Multiples Journal of Perinatal Education 24 (2). Kuhnly, J. James Story. Nursing for Women s Health, April 2011, 183-184. Pappagallo, M., Kuhnly, J., Schmitt, R., Donovan, T., Holman, M., & M.Sanders, Experience with a Carepath for Infants with Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Pediatric Research, 2
April 1998 Sanders, M., Donovan, T., & J. Kuhnly. Impact of an Extremely Low Birthweight Infant.Carepath on Resource Utilization, Pediatric Research, April 1998. Kuhnly, J. & M. Freston. Back Transport: Exploration of parents feelings regarding the transition, Neonatal Network, February 1993 B. Abstract, Refereed Chapman, D & J. Kuhnly (2016, March), Provider Perceptions of Lactation Assessment Tools: Limitations and Suggested Improvements, Breastfeeding Medicine DOI:10.1089/bfm.2016.28999.abstracts Kuhnly, J. Exploration of Factors Related to the Prevalence of Sustained Breastfeeding in Infants born between 35-37 6/7 Weeks Gestation Advances in Neonatal Care, 2015 (accepted, awaiting publication) Diaz, D.A., Panosky, D.M., Kuhnly, J.E., & A. Maruca. The New Horizon: A Simulated Eight Hour Work Day. Asia Pacific Association Simulation and Clinical Learning, International, May, 2011. Kuhnly, J. Diaz, D., Griffiths, L.M. Use of a Medium Fidelity Manikin for Postpartum Hemmorhage ISMH, Jan 2010. C. Textbook Chapters Kuhnly, J., & D Diaz, (in press) Instructor Resources for Actualizing simulation in a Neonatal Advanced Practice Nursing Program in textbook Neonatal Advanced Practice Nursing: A Casebased Learning Approach. Springer publications. Diaz, D., & J. Kuhnly (in press) Actualizing simulation in a Neonatal Advanced Practice Nursing Program in textbook Neonatal Advanced Practice Nursing: A Case-based Learning Approach. Springer publications. Kuhnly, J., Griffiths, LM.. Perinatal grief: Threatened Spontaneous Abortion. In Simulation Scenarios for Nursing Educators. 2 nd edition. Campbell, S, Daley, K. 2013 163-172. D. Manuscripts Kuhnly, Joan E., "Exploration of Factors Related to the Prevalence of Sustained Breastfeeding in Infants Born Between 35-37 6/7 Weeks Gestation" (2014). Doctoral Dissertations. Paper 635. http://digitalcommons.uconn.edu/dissertations/635 3
V. GRANTS RECEIVED A. UCONN Interdepartmental Course development award, June 2010, Co-faculty Global Experience of Childbearing Health B. Sigma Theta Tau, Mu Chapter Research Award, July 2013, Exploration of Factors Related to the Prevalence of Sustained Breastfeeding in Infants Born Between 35-37 6/7 Weeks Gestation VI. HONORS RECEIVED/ SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS A. Honors Received 2015 University of CT Alumni Association DNP Award 2011 Nightingale Award 2011 Dean s Award for Caring 1998 St. Joseph s College, Clinical Mentor Award B. Clinical and Other Certifications a. Date Awarded (expiration date) Granting Organization (Title) 2012-present Certified Nurse Educator by NLN (CNE) 1999-present International Board Certified Lactation Consultant by IBLCE (IBCLC) 1991-present Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Certification by NCC (NNP-BC) 1983-present BLS Health Care Provider Certification by the American Heart Association 1991-present Neonatal Resuscitation Regional Trainer by the American Academy of Pediatrics 1998-present Certificate of Reliability in Newborn Individualized Developmental Care and Assessment Program (NIDCAP) VII. PRESENTATIONS A. Professional Presentations Refereed Kuhnly, J., & D. Chapman, (accepted podium July, 2016) Exploring the Purpose and Nurses Thought Processes regarding Use of Lactation Assessment Tools, ILCA Annual Conference, Chicago, IL Chapman, D. & J. Kuhnly (accepted podium July, 2016) Improving current lactation assessment tools: Limitations and improvements suggested by hospital-based staff, ILCA Annual Conference, Chicago, IL Bellini, S, Whalen, M., Kuhnly, J., & D. Diaz, (accepted for podium Oct 2016) Use of Simulations to Facilitate Role Transition for Graduating NNP Students NANN 32nd Annual Educational Conference. Palm Springs, 2016. 4
Evaluation of Evidence Based Practice Group Capsotne Projects for Baccalaureate Undergraduate Nursing Students, CT Nursing Research Alliance 19 th Annual EBP Conference. McNulty, J., Kuhnly, J., Polifroni, E., Stolfi, P, Banfi, V., Krafft, A. October 2015, Hartford, CT. Exploration of Factors Related to the Prevalence of Sustained Breastfeeding in Infants Born Between 35-37 6/7 Weeks Gestation, International Lactation Consultant Association, Research Spotlight Podium, July, 2015, Washington, DC. Use of an Experiential Simulation Assignment to Improve Undergraduate Nursing Students Empathic and Caring Behaviors, Kuhnly, JE., Diaz, D., Maruca, A. 14 th Annual International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation & Learning Conference, June 2015, Atlanta, GA. Exploration of Factors Related to the Prevalence of Sustained Breastfeeding in Infants Born Between 35-37 6/7 Weeks Gestation, NANN Summit, March 2015, Scottsdale, AZ Breastfeeding Support for Infants and Mothers in the Intensive Care Nursery, Conference: Toward Evidence-Based Clinical Practice: 1998 Update, May 1, 1998. Breastfeeding the Preterm Infant, Conference: Clinical Perspectives in Perinatal Nursing 1998, May 13, 1998. B. Invited Addresses Supporting Sustained Breastfeeding for Mothers of Multiples, NEANN Annual conference, Aquaturf, Rocky Hill, CT Nov, 2014 Clinical Practice and Scholarship, Keynote speaker, Sigma Theta Tau Mu Chapter Induction Ceremony, Storrs, CT Nov, 2014 Analogy of Undergraduate Nursing Education to Pregnancy and Childbirth, Pinning Ceremony, University of Connecticut School of Nursing, April 22, 2014. Learning to Love Lactation, Fall Continuing Education Program, Veteran s Memorial Medical Center, Fall 2003. C. Poster Presentations Kuhnly, J., Diaz, D., Bellini, S., & M Whalen; (accepted for poster, June 2016) Delivering bad news in a nurse practitioner student simulation INACSL 2016 Annual Conference, June, Grapevine, TX. Chapman, D & J. Kuhnly (March, 2016), Provider Perceptions of Lactation Assessment Tools: 5
Limitations and Suggested Improvements, 18 th International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation meeting. Cape Town, South Africa. Chapman, D & J. Kuhnly (March, 2016), Provider Perceptions of Lactation Assessment Tools: Limitations and Suggested Improvements, Sigma Theta Tau CT Collaborative, Danbury, CT. McNulty, J., Banfi, V., Krafft, J., Kuhnly, J., Polifroni E., & Stolfi, P, Oct, 2015 Evaluation of EBP Capstone Project for BS Nursing Students, Annual Research Alliance Conference, Hartford, CT Kuhnly, JE., July, 2015., Exploration of Factors Related to the Prevalence of Sustained Breastfeeding in Infants Born Between 35-37 6/7 Weeks Gestation, Annual Conference International Association of Lactation Consultants, Washington, DC. Kuhnly, JE., Juliano, J., & McLarney, P., April, 2015 Tailoring a Parent Education Program for Patient Needs, Expectant Parents of Multiples. Hartford Healthcare Collaborative, Hartford, CT Kuhnly, JE., Juliano, J., & McLarney, P. Sept. 2014. The Development and Implementation of a Prenatal Education Program for Expectant Parents of Multiples. Annual International Childbirth Educator Association Annual Conference, Asheville, NC. Díaz, D.A., Maruca, A. & Kuhnly, J. (August, 2014). The effects of simulated ostomy on empathy and caring: a phenomenological study. Poster presented at SimHealth 2014, Adelaide, Australia. Diaz, D., Maruca, A., & Kuhnly, J, June, 2014. The Rollercoaster ride of blending Practice and Content in Simulation, 13 th Annual International Association of Simulation and Clinical Learning Conference, Orlando, FL. Maruca, A., Kuhnly, J., & Diaz, D., June, 2014. The Effects of an Ostomy Simulation on Cognitive and Reflective Practice, 13 th Annual International Association of Simulation and Clinical Learning Conference, Orlando, FL. Kuhnly, J.E., April, 2014. Exploration of Factors Related to the Prevalence of Sustained Breastfeeding in Infants Born Between 35-37 6/7 Weeks Gestation, Research in Process, Eastern Nursing Society 26 th Annual Scientific Sessions, Philadelphia, PA. Kuhnly, J., Díaz, D.A. & Griffiths,L. June 2011. Use of a Medium Fidelity Manikin for Newborn Apnea Scenario. Poster presented at the 10th Annual International Association Simulation and Clinical Learning, Orlando, FL. 6
Díaz, D.A., Allchin, L., Kuhnly,J., Maruca, A. & Panosky,D. May 2011. The New Horizon: A Simulated Eight Hour Work Day. Poster presented at the Asia-Pacific Association Simulation and Clinical Learning, Hong Kong,China.. Kuhnly, J, Diaz, D, Griffiths, L.M., Exploring Perinatal Grief using a Medium Fidelity Manikin in a Threatened Abortion Scenario International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning 10 th Annual Conference, June, 2011 Kuhnly, J. Diaz, D., Griffiths, L.M. Use of a Medium Fidelity Manikin for Postpartum Hemmorhage ISMH, Jan 2010 VIII. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE A. Consultation Activities 2002- present Lactation Consulting for clients Referred by Pediatricans/Hospitals 2009-2012 Expert Legal Consulting on newborn and lactation issues 2015-present Manuscript reviewer for Advances in Neonatal Care B. Service to the University 2014-present Class Advisor, Class of 2018 2014-present School of Nursing Interprofessional Education Task Force 2014-present Capstone Evidence Based Project Task Force 2013-present Clinical Resource Committee (Simulation) 2010-present Clinical Advancement Advisory Committee 2010-present Prelicensure Coordinators Track Committee 2009-present OB Track Coordinator 2008-2014 School of Nursing ceremonial committees 2011-2013 Coordinator, Prelicensure Programs 2011-2013 Undergraduate Education Associate Dean s Committee C. Service to the Community 2003-present Annual fundraising efforts for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, March of Dimes, Cystic Fibrosis Association 2008-present Health Care Consultant to Community Preschool 2012-present Faculty Counselor, Mu Chapter Sigma Theta Tau International 2015 Application to NANN Committee (Neonatal Nursing Professional Development Pathway Work Group) D. Advising Students 2007-present 17-25 undergraduate students annually 2014-present External Reader for PhD student: Frances Penney 2015-present External Reader for DNP students: Amy Ditzel, Julie Culmone VIII. TEACHING EXPERIENCE 7
Semester Course title Role # Students A. Undergraduate Sp 07 NURS 4292-Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 NURS 3392- Maternal NB/Women s Health Clinical Faculty 8 F 07 NURS 3392-Maternal NB/Women s Health Clinical Faculty 24 Sp 08 NURS 4292-Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 NURS 3392- Maternal NB/Women s Health Clinical Faculty 8 F 08 NURS 3392- Maternal NB/Women s Health Clinical Faculty 24 Sp 09 NURS 4292-Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 NURS 3392- Maternal NB/Women s Health Clinical Faculty 8 Su 09 NURS 4492- Accelerated Mat/NB Wms hlth Clinical Faculty 8 F 09 NURS 3330-Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Prof 65 NURS 3392-Maternal Newborn Nursing Clinical Faculty 8 Sp 10 NURS 4292- Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 NURS 3330-Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Prof 53 Su 10 NURS 4492- Accelerated Mat/NB Wms hlth Clinical Faculty 8 NURS 4492-Accelerated Mat/NB Wms hlth Classroom Faculty 56 F 10 NURS 3330-Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Prof 54 NURS 3392-Maternal Newborn Nursing Clinical Faculty 8 Sp 11 NURS 4292- Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 Su 11 NURS 4492- Accelerated Mat/NB Wms hlth Clinical Faculty 8 NURS 4492-Accelerated Mat/NB Wms hlth Classroom Faculty 64 F 11 NURS 3330-Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Prof 53 Sp 12 NURS 4292- Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 Su 12 NURS 4492- Accelerated Mat/NB Wms hlth Clinical Faculty 16 F 12 NURS 3330-Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Prof 53 Sp 13 NURS 4292- Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 NURS 3330- Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Faculty 64 Su 13 NURS 4492- Accelerated Mat/NB Wms hlth Clinical Faculty 16 F 13 NURS 3330-Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Prof 54 NURS 3392-Maternal Newborn Nursing Clinical Faculty 8 Sp 14 NURS 4292- Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 8
Su 14 NURS 4492- Accelerated Mat/NB Wms hlth Clinical Faculty 16 F 14 NURS 3330-Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Prof 54 NURS 3392-Maternal Newborn Nursing Clinical Faculty 8 Sp 15 NURS 4292- Capstone Practicum Clinical Faculty 8 Sp 09-15 NCLEX preparation course Perinatal Guest Lecturer 107 Sp 11, 12 NURS 2175-Global Childbearing Health course dev/guest Lecturer 50 Sp 10. 11 NURS 3330 Maternal/NB Wms Hlth Guest Lecturer 56 F 15 NURS 1110 Intro to Health/Disc Nrsg Classroom Prof 50 NURS 3330-Maternal NB/Women s Health Classroom Prof 54 B. Graduate F 08 Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Didactic Guest Lecturer on Lactation 6 Sp 14 NNP Simulation Year 1 Simulation Faculty 8 Sp 15 NNP Simulation Year 2 Simulation Faculty 8 12/15 9