Lufei Young
Associate Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Nursing
Department of Nursing Science
College of Nursing
Department of Physiological and Technological Nursing
The Graduate School
Bio
Lufei Young is currently the Associate Professor at the College of Nursing. She earned her doctoral degree in Medicine and practiced as a family physician in China in 1993. She completed her BSN and Fast Track BSN-to-PhD at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Nursing in 2010.
Education
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MSN, Nursing Science
University of Nebraska Medical, 2011
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Ph.D., Nursing Science
University of Nebraska Medical, 2010
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BSN, Nursing Science
University of Nebraska Medical, 2004
Certifications
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Gut Microbiome
University of Colorado Boulder & University of Colorado System, 2017
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Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression
University of Melbourne, , 2016
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Meta-analysis of Human Genome and Epigenetics Studies
Augusta University, College of Nursing, Center for Nursing Research , 2016
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Integrating Palliative Oncology Care into Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Education and Clinical Practice Course
AACN- The End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC), 2015
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Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Cornerstone Leadership Solutions, 2015
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Meta-Analysis
University of Missouri Meta-Analysis Summer Institute, 2013
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ACNP and RN License in Georgia
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TNCC provider
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BLS (CPR and AED) Provider Certificate
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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner License
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Registered Nurse License
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ENCP Certification
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ACLS Provider
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PALS Provider
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ANCC Certification
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Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider
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Plant-Based Nutrition
Cornell University, 2013
Awards & Honors
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Reflection Of Nursing Spirit And Commitment
Georgia Nurses association Central Savannah River Area Chapter, 2017
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2014 New Investigator Award
University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2015
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In the article entitled “Academic Writing / Success Stories” , posted on Academic Coaching and Writing webpage http://www.academiccoachingandwriting.org/academic-writing/success-stories/ & http://academiccoachingandwriting.hs-sites.com/academic-voices-december-1-2014?__hstc=20816359.8ee6898d28ff76c7100e4a7e56f066e7.1416773213103.1418876732103.1418922313550.4&__hssc=20816359.11.1418922313550&__hsfp=376630243
2014
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Kathryn Sandahl Philp Award for Creativity and Innovation, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing
2012
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March of Dimes Excellence in Nursing, Nebraska
2012
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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NURS 9300
Dissertation
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NURS 9250
Investigation of Research Prob
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NURS 8660
Intro to Research & Nurse Rese
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NURS 9240
Independent Study: Cardiac Home Mgmt Programs
Teaching Interests
PhD program: quantitative research methods, measurement in health research
DNP program: evidence based practice, outcome measure in healthcare
BSN/CNL program: critical care, pathophysiology, pharmacology, community based care
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Health literacy and patient web portals., 2018
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- An Examination of Multi-Level Factors Influencing Colorectal Cancer Screening in Primary Care Settings: A Mixed-Method Study, 2017
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Barriers and Facilitators of Colorectal Cancer Screening for Patients of Rural Accountable Care Organization Clinics: A Multilevel Analysis, 2017
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Feasibility of Using Accelerometer Measurements to Assess Habitual Physical Activity in Rural Heart Failure Patients, 2017
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Promoting colorectal cancer screening through a new model of delivering rural primary care in the USA: a qualitative study, 2017
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
The primary research interest: identify and develop effective and personalized self-management strategies to promote cardiovascular health and reduce risk factors in populations living with multiple chronic and complex conditions.
The secondary research interest is to develop a team-based system and data sharing network in a rural healthcare setting to support self-management of populations with chronic conditions.
The future research goal is to develop program research in discovering interactions between genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors, leading to the implementation of effective self-management strategies to promote cardiovascular health and healthy aging.
College Service
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Wellness Advisory Committee
2017 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Ad Hoc Committee for Workload
2017 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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PhD Advisory committee
2017 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Pedagogy and Instructional Strategies Committee
2016 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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PhD recruitment committee
2016 - Present
Role: Committee Member
University Service
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Ad Hoc Committee for Workload
2018 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Faculty Rights and Responsibilities Committee,
2016 - Present
Role: Committee Member
Professional Service
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Grant and Abstract Review / STTI
2016 - Present
Role: Reviewer
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Grant Review / ANF
2016 - Present
Role: Reviewer
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Medication Reconciliation Committee/Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center
2011 - Present
Role: Member
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Foundation Grant Review/American Nurses Foundation
2015 - 2017
Role: Reviewer
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Nomination committee/College of Nursing
2014 - 2016
Role: Member
Public Service
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Risk management and wellness program for obese factory workers / Southeast Nebraska Center for Lifestyle Medicine
2013 - 2016
Role: Other
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Volunteer Free Clinic / Clinic With a Heart
2012 - 2016
Role: Other
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Fundraiser team / AHA
2011 - 2015
Role: Other
