It’s #FacultyFriday at #ShenandoahNursing! Todays faculty member is our very own Dean of the Eleanor Wade Custer School of Nursing, Dr. Kathleen Bradshaw LaSala. In addition to her LOVE for chocolate eclairs, let’s learn a little more about Dean LaSala…

Name and Title:

Kathleen Bradshaw LaSala, PhD, RN, PNP, CNE Dean & Professor

What courses do you teach?

DNP Leadership and Policy

When are your office hours?

TBA – vary

How long have you taught at SU? Have you taught at any other colleges or universities? If so, where?

This is my fourth year at SU. I have been teaching since 1983, so I have a vast experience including: James Madison University, Eastern Michigan University, University of Colorado, Northern Colorado University and University of South Carolina.

What types of nursing jobs have you had?

Obstetrics, Acute Care Pediatrics, Rehabilitation Pediatrics and Primary Care Pediatrics. I am an RN and PNP

What advice would you give to Undergrad/ Grad students?

As you start, really learn the basics — Assessment, pathophysiology and pharmacology. So much builds on these early courses. As you begin to learn more and more, always remember – nurses take care of the person/community experiencing the health care issue, not just the issue. You are blessed to serve in a great profession that provides so many rewarding opportunities.

What is your best memory at SU?

My first candlelight service on campus at the Christmas holiday.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I love to hike, bike, ski, swim, paint and read. I love spending time with my family.

What is your favorite food?

Chocolate eclairs

Do you have a favorite book or movie?

Christy — by Catherine Marshall

What is your favorite place you’ve lived or visited? Why?

Favorite places lived — Shenandoah Valley and Colorado. Favorite place visited — Glacier National Park.