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Jean Genzale

Assistant Professor

Contact

(985) 549-3453

jean.genzale​@southeastern.edu

Department

School of Nursing

Education
• DNP, Southeastern Louisiana University (2015)
• MSN, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Southeastern Louisiana University (2008)
• BSN, Louisiana State University School of Nursing (1990)

Key Accomplishments
• Clinical practice at North Oaks Cardiology since 2009, leading multidisciplinary cardiovascular care initiatives.
• DNP project on nurse practitioner–led worksite health promotion and patient satisfaction; co-author on nursing leadership’s role in advancing technology during COVID-19.
• Louisiana State Liaison, American Association of Nurse Practitioners (2025–present)

Area of Expertise

Expertise & Research Interests
• Board-certified Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner with over two decades in cardiovascular and critical care.
• Interests include cardiovascular health optimization, technology-enabled care, worksite health promotion, and quality improvement in clinical practice.

Teaching Focus
• Mentors undergraduate and graduate nursing students; serves as second reader and preceptor for BSN, MSN, and DNP projects.
• Engages in curriculum development and innovative, evidence-based teaching strategies.