Michelle Cox-Henley
Associate Dean
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Nursing
Department of Doctorate of Nursing Practice Program
Administration
Department of The Graduate School
Bio
Over 45 Years of nursing experience with over 35 years spent in progressive leadership roles, to include Nurse Manager, Clinical Service Chief, Vice President of Nursing Services/Chief Nursing Officer, and Interim Chief Executive Officer. Retired after 33 years of VHA service. Served on numerous regional and national VA and non-VA committees.
Education
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DNP, Nursing
Augusta State University, 2017
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MSN, Nursing
Emory University, 1984
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BSN, Nursing
University of South Carolina A, 1979
Certifications
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Nurse Executive Certification, Advanced (NEA-BC)
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), 2016
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BLS
AHA, 2018
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RN
State of Georgia, 1982
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RNL
State of Georgia, 1982
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Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 2000
Awards & Honors
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Veterans Affairs Outstanding Performance Awards
VHA, 2018
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Who's Who in American Nursing
1991
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President, Graduate Nursing School Class
Nell Hodgson College of Nursing, Emory University, 1984
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Who's Who Among Graduate Students in America
Emory University, 1984
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Young Woman of the Year
1983
Teaching Interests
Nursing and Healthcare Leadership; Finance and Business; Strategic Planning; Human Resourcement Management
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Toolkit for best practice use of electronic health record data in quality improvement, 2021
Journal Article, Professional Journal
- Preventing pressure ulcers using skin assessment computer charting templates with the Braden Scale, 2008
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Wound Care Specialization: Interdisciplinary learner focused basic and advanced education program, 2008
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- "Revealing a moral commitment to care: An analysis of nurses' stories", 1993
Journal Article, Professional Journal
- "Measurement of CVP, PAP, PCWP in various body positions - Masters Thesis, Emory University, 1984
Research Report
Research Interests
Scholarship Interest: Development of the Nurse Manager role; Resiliency of Chief Nursing Officers.
Clinical Interest: Consulting on topics such as Joint Commission Accreditation, Implementation of Nurse Residency programs, Legal Aspects of Nursing, Mentoring in Leadership, Strategic Planning.
College Service
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Study Abroad Committee
2020 - 2020
Role: Committee Member
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DNP Leadership Committee
2018 - 2020
Role: Committee Member
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DNP Program Committee
2018 - 2020
Role: Committee Chair
University Service
Professional Service
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Georgia Center for Nursing Excellence
2022 - 2026
Role: Board of Advisors of a Company
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Augusta University Graduate School By-Laws Subcommittee
2024 - 2025
Role: Committee Member
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Augusta University Strategic Enrollment Council
2023 - 2025
Role: Committee Member
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Augusta University Graduate School Council
2019 - 2025
Role: Member
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Augusta University CON DNP Program Committee
2019 - 2024
Role: Chairperson
