The Psychological Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Postsecondary Students: An Analysis of Self-Determination.

I am a PhD candidate at the Duke University School of Nursing. My program of scholarship seeks to advance our understanding of nurse relationship science in clinical practice and educational settings. My current research focuses on the development of rapport between nurse clinicians and patients in oncology ambulatory care. This includes several studies exploring the development of rapport in telehealth videoconferencing visits. My long-term goal is to improve the relational experience between patients and healthcare providers, promoting a sense of positivity and connection within their dyadic interactions that will foster effective communication, safe and high-quality care, and resilience in both patients and clinicians. 

Prior to pursuing a PhD, my career focused on developing innovative healthcare models that were grounded in person-centered and holistic clinical care. I founded two companies with this mission, Paula Koppel & Partners, LLC and Age Well Be Well, LLC. I am currently an integrative nurse consultant at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and integrative health coach . During my time at Duke, I completed a program for certification in nursing education, to enrich my ability to understand and support the educational and professional needs of clinicians on the frontlines of healthcare. I am a board certified geriatric nurse practitioner, advanced holistic nurse, and health and wellness coach. I have presented nationally and internationally for over 35 years.

Dr. Docherty’s research is aimed at improving outcomes for children, adolescents, young adults and families undergoing treatment for life-limiting and chronic conditions. She studies how to improve care models, symptom management, and decision making from diagnosis through end of life.  She has methodological expertise in the use of qualitative, mixed-methods, trajectory science and visualization methodologies for complex data exploration, and intervention development and testing.

Jennie Chang De Gagne, PhD, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CNE, ANEF, FAAN, is a Clinical Professor and the Director of the Nursing Education Major/Certificate at the Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON). She is dedicated to advancing the science of teaching and learning through the application of instructional technologies, creating a student-centered environment that fosters meaningful and constructive learning experiences. Her expertise in cybercivility positions her at the forefront of this crucial field, leading her to develop and spearhead innovative projects that address incivility in cyberspace among health professionals and students. With over 200 publications, including 120 in peer-reviewed journals, and 150 presentations on topics such as technology integration in the classroom, faculty development in online education, and cybercivility, she has demonstrated exceptional productivity in disseminating her scholarly work. Additionally, she has expertise in providing distance/online instruction for workforce training.

De Gagne is board certified in Nursing Professional Development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and has earned certification as a nurse educator from the National League for Nursing. She is a member of the National League for Nursing Academy of Nursing Education and the American Academy of Nursing. Throughout her professional and academic career, she has received scholarships and awards. Her expertise has garnered national and international media attention, leading to interviews in both print and digital media.