Jennifer Hutchinson, R.N., M.S.N., A.P.R.N., B.C.
Experience/Background
- RN experience: Cardiac Stepdown Unit, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), and Acute Care Pediatric Unit (1997-2002) all at UVA
- NP experience: Pediatric Endocrinology at UVA (2002-2006)
- Experience as a camp nurse at Camp Holiday Trails in Charlottesville (camp for children with a variety of health conditions)
- Former teaching experience (prior to LC): Adjunct faculty at PVCC in Charlottesville
Degrees and Certifications
BSN- University of Virginia (1997)
Combined MSN and Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate- University of Virginia (2002)
Professional Interests/Research
Although I am certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner, all of my experience as a nurse practitioner has been in pediatrics. I have worked in pediatrics since 2000, and I have taught students in a variety of pediatric clinical settings since 2004. I have begun doctoral work this year, and I am currently working to refine my research focus. I am particularly interested in children with growth disorders as well as children diagnosed with diabetes. Also, I am working on a study abroad opportunity for the nursing program. I was fortunate enough to be able to study abroad in Oxford, England as an undergraduate nursing student at UVA. A service learning study abroad trip is planned to St. Lucia for 2008 that includes nursing, education, and international relations students.
Information on Courses Taught
2007-2008 Academic year
- Pharmacology Lab (HLTH 300L)
- Clinical for NRSG335 and NRSG336 (formerly NRSG333L and NRSG334L)
- Co-teaching Fundamentals course (NRSG223) with Professor Foster
- Health assessment lab in spring (NRSG232L)
- Senior Synthesis practicum (NRSG416)
Personal Interests
I am married, and my husband and I are parents of a 3-year-old daughter. We moved to the Lynchburg area in the fall of 2006 to be closer to family. Most of my "non-work" time is spent with family. Also, we are active in church activities. I have taken up running since last summer and recently ran my second 10-miler. My next goal is a half-marathon!