K.L. Jean Yockey PhD, FNP-BC, CNE
2815 Cherokee Ct, Vermillion, SD 57069
Phone: 605-677-5251
Current Position: Assistant Professor, Nursing
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
Educational Background:
Name of Institution
/Area of Specialization
/ Degree Granted / Year EarnedUniversity of Northern Colorado
/Nursing Education
/ PhD / 2015Idaho State University
/ Family NursePractitioner
/ MSN / 2001Lewis Clark State College /
Nursing
/ BSN / 1985Brigham Young University / Nursing / ADN / 1981
Additional academic or professional education:
Accrediting OrganizationCertificationDate
National League of Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)2005-present
Nursing
American Nurses’Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) 2001-present
Credentialing Center (ANCC)
University of South Integrated Technology into Nursing2015
FloridaEducation (ITNEP), Informatics
National League ofGuidelines for Simulation Research2008
Nursing
American HeartCPR Basic Life Support1980-present
Association
Indiana University Post-Master’s Certification: Teaching 2005
in Nursing
Indiana University Teaching and Learning in Web-Based2004
Courses Post-Master’s Certification
AACN Clinical Aromatherapy Practitioner,2008-2011
Module 1, 2, 3
Multi-Health SystemsEmotional Quotient2007
IncInventory
Healing Touch International Level II2007
Healing Touch International Level I 2006
Previous Professional Experience
Institution /Position/Title
/Dates
US Navy /NGO Registered Nurse
/2011, 2012
University of South Dakota / Assistant Professor, Nursing / 2003-presentWalla Walla Community
College / Nursing Coordinator, Clarkston Campus / 2000-2003
Walla Walla Community
College / Nursing Faculty / 1995-2003State Hospital North, Orofino,
ID / Registered Nurse / 2000-2002
Washington State University / Faculty, Division of Pharmacy / 2000, 2001
Lewis Clark State College / Nursing Faculty
Skill Lab Coordinator / 1985-1997
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center / Registered Nurse, Certified, Surgical Unit / 1983-1999
Region II Mental Health / Community Mental Health Nurse / 1984-1987
Utah Valley Hospital / Registered Nurse, Acute Psychiatric Unit / 1981-1983
Publications
Craven, R. F. & Hirnl, C. J. (in press). Invited author Chapter 35: “Sensory
Perception” for Fundamentals of nursing: Human health and Function (8th
ed). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Yoost, B.L. & Crawford, L.R. (2016). Invited co-author chapter 35: “Medication
Administration and Alternative Therapy” for Fundamentals of Nursing: Building Blocks
for Practice. New York: McGraw-Hill
Yoost, B.L. & Crawford, L.R. (2016). Invited author chapter 33: “Sleep” for Fundamentals
ofNursing: Building Blocks for Practice. New York: McGraw-Hill
Yoost, B.L. & Crawford, L.R. (2016). Invited author chapter 19: “Vital Signs” for
Fundamentals ofNursing: Building Blocks for Practice. New York: McGraw-Hill
Craven, R. F. & Hirnl, C. J. (2013). Invited author Chapter 35: “Sensory
Perception” for Fundamentals of nursing: Human health and Function (7th
ed). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Yockey, J. & Dixon, L. (2011). Cases for Nursing Simulation: A Student Guide. New York:
McGraw-Hill
Caputi, L. (ed.) Teaching nursing: The art and science. Volume 2 (2010). Invited
co-author forchapter 32: Integration ofExperiential Holistic Content into
NursingCourses. Glen Ellyn, IL: College of DuPage Press.
Yockey, J. (2010) Fluid & Electrolytes: an interactive learning activity. University of
Northern Colorado learning module for Blackboard.
Yockey, J (2009). Peripheral Vascular Disease learning module using SoftChalk
program for University of South Dakota.
Yockey, J. (2009). Dimensional Analysis Review Module developed with SoftChalk
program for University of Northern Colorado Blackboard.
Billings. D.M. (ed.) (2009). Chapter 35: Overview of Mental Health in
Lippincott’s content review book for the NCLEX-RN (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA:
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Billings. D.M. (ed.) (2009). Chapter 36: Mood disorders in Lippincott’s content
review book for the NCLEX-RN (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams& Wilkins.
Billings. D.M. (ed.) (2009). Nursing item test banks of Mental Health questions in
Lippincott’s content review book for the NCLEX-RN (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams& Wilkins.
Yockey, J. (2008). Medication variance report: Authentic assessment exercise at
Yockey, J. (2007). University of South Dakota. Nursing Process. N205 webCT
interactive module.
Yockey, J. (2007). University of South Dakota. Cardio-Pulmonary Assessment.
N205 WebCT interactive module.
Yockey, J. (2007) University of South Dakota. Mental Health in all Settings. N260
webCT interactive module.
Yockey, J. & Twidwell, D. (2007). “Am I going to die” accepted for publication by
National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science. Buffalo, New York.
Craven, R. F. & Hirnl, C. J. (2007). Chapter 44: “Sensory Perception” reviewer and
editor for Fundamentals of nursing: Human health and Function (5th ed).
Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Yockey, J. (2006). University of South Dakota. Caring for persons with mental
Health needs in all settings. N260 webCT interactive module.
Petersen, B., Yockey, J., Larsen, P. Twidwell, D., Jorgensen, K. (2006). Service
Learning Projects: Meeting Community Needs. Home Health Care
Management and Practice. 18 (4), 315-322.
Karpuk, K., Manning, K., Larson, J., Benedict, L., Yockey, J. (2005). Nursing
educationand nursing service partnership: Teaching leadership online.
Home Health Care Management and Practice-Special Edition. 18 (1), 27-32.
Presentations (Last 10 years)
Nov 20, 2015“Learning styles and simulation anxiety” presented at
Baccalaureate Education Conference, Orlando, FL
Oct 29, 2015"Participant sources of anxiety in simulation" presented at Avera
McKennan Nursing EBP/Research, Sioux Falls, SD
March 28, 2014“Utilizing the "guidebook for implementing and practicing
inclusive excellence" to determine the status of diversity and
inclusiveness within USD's School of Health Sciences” at School
of Health Sciences Research Day, Vermillion, SD
June 30, 2012Helping Babies Breathe Instructor Training, USNS Mercy
June 28, 2012Helping Babies Breathe Subject Matter Expert Exchange,
Calbayog, Philippines
June 27, 2012Obstetric Emergencies, Calbayog, Philippines
June 22, 2012Review of Nursing Skills, Calbayog, Philippines
May 6, 2011“Simulation.” Presentation at 2011 Nursing Advisory Board,
Vermillion, SD.
Sept 23-26, 2009“Bridging the Quality Chasm…IOM in Clinical.” Presentation at
NLN Educational Summit 2009, Philadelphia, PA.
July 15-18, 2009“Holism in Action: Student Experiences”. Presentation at 20th
Annual Nurse Educators Conference in the Rockies,
Breckenridge, CO.
Mar 31-Apr 3, 2009 “Authentic Assessment: A link from Theory to Practice”.
Presentation at 9th Annual Nurse Educator Institute, Branson,
MO
Mar 31-Apr 3, 2009 “SOS…Help for Stressed Out Students”. Presentation at 9th
Annual Nurse Educator Institute, Branson, MO.
June 2-5, 2008“Integrating Holistic Modalities into Nursing Fundamentals”.
Presentation at American Holistic Nurses Association 28th Annual
Conference, Bretton Woods, New Hampshire
May 14, 2008“Once Upon a Time: The unfolding Case Study” presentation to
State Nursing Faculty at University of South Dakota, Vermilion,
SD.
May 14, 2008“Community as Classroom” presentation to State Nursing Faculty at University of South Dakota, Vermilion, SD.
Mar 26, 2008“Designing Significant Learning Experiences” presentation to
Nursing Faculty at University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD
Nov 9, 2007“Once upon a time” presentation at National Association for
Associate Degree Nursing (N-OADN), Las Vegas, NV
Nov 9, 2007“Holism in action”: Presentation at National Association for
Associate Degree Nursing (N-OADN), Las Vegas, NV
Sept 27, 2007“Holism in action: Holistic experiences in the classroom;”
Workshop presentation at the National League for Nursing
Education Summit, Phoenix, AZ
July 19, 2007 “Once upon a time—the unfolding case study”: presentation at
TheInternational Nurse Educators Conference in the Rockies;
Breckenridge, CO
May 10, 2007“Use of Technology in the classroom” presentation to Statewide
USD Nursing Faculty, Vermillion, SD
May 9, 10, 2007 “Holism in action” poster presentation at Statewide USD Nursing
Faculty, Vermillion, SD
Mar 27, 2007“Holism in Education” Presentation at the 7th annual Nurse
Educator Institute, Branson, MO
Feb 7, 2007“Enhancing Physiologic Age” presentation to Nursing Faculty at
University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD
June 8, 2006“Am I Going to Die?” peer reviewed presentation at National
Center for Case Study Teaching in Science Workshop, Buffalo,
NY
Jan 23, 2006“APNA of South Dakota” presentation to SDNA (South Dakota
Nurses’ Association) District 11, Yankton, SD
Nov 6-8, 2005“Service Learning: Fall Risk Screen” presentation at National
Organization of Associate Degree Nurses Conference, Pittsburg,
PA.
Sept 22, 2005“Fall Assessment and Prevention” presented at Midwest
Consortium for Service-Learning in Higher Education at
University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD.
Sept 22, 2005“Service-Learning: The Legacy of Nursing” presented at Midwest
Consortium for Service-Learning in Higher Education at
University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD
April 5, 2005 “Community-based Fall Risk Program for Elderly Persons”
presentation at Minnesota Geriatric Care Conference, Rochester, MN
April 25, 2005“Development of Anxiety Reduction CD” presentation for TEG
(Technology in Education Grant) grant awardees at University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD
Mar 4, 2005 “Alternative Pediatric Clinical Experiences “presentation at
National Organization of Associate Degree Nurses Conference,
Phoenix, AZ
Professional Memberships
- International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning
- Sigma Theta Tau
- American Nurses Association
- South Dakota Nurses Association
- National League of Nursing
Honors and Recognition
- Nominated for Dean-Belbas Educational Excellence Award 2014
- Selected as 2009 SDNA Nurse Educator of the Year
- Nominated for Dean-Belbas Educational Excellence Award 2007
- Nominated for “Rookie of the Year” by SDNA District 11 in 2006
Grants
- Technology Enrichment Grant from the University of South Dakota awarded Jan 2005 for development of “Anxiety Reduction CD”.
- Co-Leader of “Nightingale Hololab” development project which falls under a $1.8 Department of Labor ETA Grant which will support the creation of a “Virtual Lab” for distance students (did not author grant).
University Committee Assignments
- Sept, 2015 Appointed to Health Affairs Medical Informatics
Committee
- October, 2014Appointed to Health Sciences Health Diversity
Committee, USD
- September 2013Appointed to Cultural Competence Committee, USD
- May 2008-2011Appointed to Intellectual Property Committee
- May 2005-May 2007Served on Faculty Senate Committee
Department/Division Committee Assignments
- May 2015-presentResearch Committee
- May 2015-presentInformatics Team
- May 2014-presentThird Semester Course Coordinator
- May 2014-2015Population Health Sub Committee
- Aug 2013-May 2014Second Semester Course Coordinator
- 2012-presentCurriculum Committee
- May 2011 to 2012Statewide N204 Course Coordinator
- Jan 2010 to 2012Vermillion 261 Course Coordinator
- May 2010 to 2012Learning Resource Committee
- Dec 2008 to 2009Clinical Educator Task Force
- Mar 2008 to 2009Curriculum Redesign Team
- Aug 2004 to 2010Statewide 205 Course Coordinator
- Aug 2004 to 2010Vermillion campus 205 site coordinator
- Aug 2004 to 2010Curriculum committee member
- April 2005 to 2006Appointed to “1+1 Task Force”
- April 2005Blended Hybrid Curriculum mini-retreat
- June 2005Test bank revision committee
- 2005 -2007Virtual lab team
- 2005-2006Co-author for curriculum report for NLNAC
Accreditationvisit
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