Diana Galvez
ABSN Clinical Assistant Professor / Level 1 Coordinator
Biography
Dr. Diana Galvez is an experienced nurse educator, clinical and lab coordinator, and simulation instructor with expertise in curriculum design, online and distance learning, and student-centered teaching. Her background spans medical-surgical nursing, telemetry, and acute care, along with leadership in faculty development. She is dedicated to advancing nursing education that fosters health equity, cultural responsiveness, and student success.
Area of Expertise
Dr. Galvez’s areas of expertise include nursing education and curriculum development, online and distance learning pedagogy, clinical coordination, and simulation-based education. She also brings experience in medical-surgical nursing and acute care practice, fostering student engagement and effective classroom management. In addition, she is multilingual in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, which enhances her ability to support diverse student and patient populations.
Degrees
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Nursing Education, Regis College
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Nursing Education, Saint Joseph’s College of Maine
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Nova Southeastern University
Professional Publications & Contributions
Galvez, D. (2024). Assessing the Impact of a Pre-High-Fidelity Simulation Orientation on Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Students’ Simulation-Related Anxiousness. Sigma Theta Tau International.
Active member and leader in Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, serving in multiple chapter roles, including Omicron Delta’s Education committee and Theta Alpha Chapter board member, circle modulator, and community facilitator.
Contributor to curriculum and program development at UMass Boston, Bunker Hill Community College, Laboure College, and Quincy College.
Additional Information
Dr. Diana Galvez is an academic and nursing professional with expertise in nursing education, curriculum development, clinical and lab coordination, and simulation-based learning. She received her Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nursing Education from Regis College, her Master of Science in Nursing Education from Saint Joseph’s College of Maine, and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nova Southeastern University. She has academic experience at institutions including the University of Massachusetts Boston, Bunker Hill Community College, Laboure College, Simmons University, and Quincy College.
Currently, she is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Level 1 Coordinator in the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the University of Massachusetts Boston, Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Department of Nursing. Dr. Galvez has developed curricula, mentored students and faculty, and advanced the integration of innovative teaching methods to prepare future nurses for practice in diverse and evolving healthcare environments. She is also an active board member of multiple Sigma Theta Tau International chapters, contributing to leadership, mentorship, and community engagement in the nursing profession.