Mary Williams, MS,RN
Rank: Assistant Professor
E-mail: mbell@westga.edu
Phone extension: 678-839-5630
Office#: 266-A
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Teaching Philosophy:
My teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that learning is a dynamic process where the student’s and instructor’s level of awareness about a topic or subject is heightened. It is my goal and purpose in life to reach learners at their teachable moment in the learning process. This is the time or place in which they become curious and open to the discovery of new knowledge and ways of knowing.
When actively participating in the teaching and learning environment, I have to be aware of learning processes & activities that hinder learning (i.e. learning disability or learning style needs) and those that facilitate learning (i.e. instant feedback and positive reinforcement). As an educator I must be willing to address these factors in order to cultivate the transformation to higher thought and personal growth. This process is called know to nursing as caring, which is the ability to be compassionate or showing concern for others. Focusing on the “whole” person when they are participating in the learning process is my way of caring.
To be a nurse educator is to care about the profession by giving back highly qualified nurses who truly care about their practice. To sum it all up, “All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Courses Taught:
- Didactic: NURS 3172 Health Assessment (Course Coordinator), NURS 3245 Family Health, NURS 4468 Senior Practicum, NURS 4485 Legal Issues
- Clinical: NURS 3135 Professional Practice, NURS 3245 Family Health, NURS 4468 Senior Practicum
Education:
1986 Theodor A. Lawson Jr. College Associate in Applied Science, Nursing
1998 State University of West Georgia Bachelor of Science, Nursing
2001 Georgia State University Master of Science, Perinatal & Women’s Health Nursing
Areas of Expertise or Professional Interests:
Perinatal & Women’s Healthcare
Studying, learning, and testing success strategies for students.
Mentoring and facilitating student growth & transition.
Professional Memberships and Certifications:
Sigma Theta Tau, Pi Nu Chapter, Member
Georgia Nurse’s Association, Member
American Heart Association, Certified BLS Instructor
Neonatal Resuscitation Certified
Personal Interests:
Farming, gardening, hiking, camping, horseback riding, motorcycles, and mentorship.
The most unique thing about our program is…
The caring philosophy that is lived, experienced, and shared by our faculty, staff, students, and community members.
