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Dr. Katherine Nugent Honored by Mississippi Nursing Association |
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Monday, March 09, 2009 |
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Contact Jeannie Peng - 601.266.5568
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University of Southern Mississippi School of Nursing director Dr. Katherine Nugent is the recipient of the Mississippi Nursing Association’s 2009 Administrator of the Year Award, honoring her work as a registered nurse responsible for the administration of a School of Nursing.
The award was made to Nugent at the association’s recent fifth annual Nightingale Awards Gala, held in Jackson.
"I am so honored to have received this award," said Nugent, who also serves as associate dean for the College of Health. "This award represents the dedication and competence of the faculty and staff in the School of Nursing in Hattiesburg, Gulfport and Meridian, who commit each day to achieve excellence."
Nugent has served as the school's director for five years. She was nominated for the award by Southern Miss nursing professor Dr. Karen Lundy, who cited some of Nugent's many achievements in her nomination letter.
During Nugent’s tenure, student NCLEX scores rose above the national average pass rate and now lead in first-time pass rates for Mississippi
"Our School of Nursing is on firm ground with an excellent reputation; much of the credit for our stability and high morale must be given to Dr. Nugent," Lundy said. "She represents the best in our collective spirit."
University of Southern Mississippi School of Nursing director Dr. Katherine Nugent (left) and Dr. Karen Lundy (right) at the Fifth Annual Mississippi Nursing Association's Nightingale Awards Gala. (Submitted Photo)
About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi, founded in 1910, is a comprehensive doctoral and research-extensive university fulfilling its mission of being a leading university in engaging and empowering individuals to transform lives and communities. In a tradition of leadership for student development, Southern Miss is educating a 21st century work force providing intellectual capital, cultural enrichment and innovation to Mississippi and the world. Southern Miss is located in Hattiesburg, Miss., with an additional campus and teaching and research sites on the Mississippi Gulf Coast; further information is found at www.usm.edu.
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