Celebrating the legends in scrubs.

Post University is proud to celebrate the dedication, compassion, and leadership that nurses bring to communities across the country.

Through American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences, Post University supports working nurses with education designed to fit within busy schedules while maintaining professional and family commitments.

Today’s students are often adult learners, career changers, or working nurses seeking advanced credentials—technology makes their pursuit of education possible.
Kimberly Nerud, PhD, RN & Yolanda Smith, EdD, MSN, RN

Deans of American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Celebrating the Power of Nurses

Nurses support patients, families, and communities in moments that matter most. Their commitment to care, communication, and collaboration continues to shape the future of healthcare.

During Nurses Week and Nurses Month, Post University recognizes the work nurses do every day and the contributions they make across hospitals, clinics, community settings, and beyond.

At Post University, nursing education focuses on supporting students throughout their academic journey with faculty, student success advisors, and resources designed to help adult learners balance education with work and personal responsibilities.

Post University Nursing Faculty Featured in Forbes

Forbes logoIn their Forbes article, the deans of nursing at Post University explore how emerging technologies like virtual simulations and AI-driven platforms are transforming nursing education. These tools are enhancing student engagement and bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world practice. Read full article at Forbes!

 

 

Dean of Nursing Featured in ANPD

Association for Nursing Professional Development logoDean of Nursing Kimberly Nerud, PhD, RN, discusses the shift from the traditional linear career ladder to a more dynamic lattice model in nursing, emphasizing the importance of flexible, personalized career development pathways that accommodate diverse roles and leadership opportunities beyond conventional management tracks. Read the full article at the Association for Nursing Professional Development.

 

“As the profession moves away from rigid career models, we are committed to providing an educational foundation that supports both upward and lateral movement—making it possible for nurses to build the careers that best fit their lives, their communities, and their callings.”

Kimberly Nerud, PhD, RN

Dean of American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Built on Strength. Driven by Purpose.

Nurses across the country pursue their education while balancing demanding schedules and responsibilities. Many students at Post University are working professionals who bring valuable experience to their academic journey.

Through flexible learning formats, academic support, and faculty engagement, Post University works to create an environment where students can continue their education while maintaining professional and personal commitments.

Read stories from Post nursing students and graduates and learn how education fits into their lives.

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A Personalized Journey in Nursing Education

“It is personalized to what fits your lifestyle; your challenges, your needs, and your best learning style. You can be enormously successful at Post University. It’s designed with the utmost flexibility to meet your needs.”

John L. Hopkins
Chief Executive Officer & President

“Our goal is really to focus on making it personal for you and what you can do to get your degree and finish your nursing education, and get to the level of where you want to see yourself.”

Dr. Kimberly Nerud
Dean for American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences

“Going to Post University for my master’s degree changed the impact I can have on my family, my community, and the entire field of nursing.”

Ash Lee Hicks, MSN

 

“I had been in online courses getting my BSN and my MSN, and never did I have the support like I had at Post University.”

Amy Patton, DNP

At Post University, support may include:

  • Faculty engagement
  • Student success advisors
  • Flexible learning options
  • Academic resources for working professionals

Post Makes It Personal® by providing the resources students need throughout their academic journey.

See What Our Students Are Saying

“You can push yourself to complete the modules at your pace. Best of all, I feel the material is so applicable to what I do in my case management job at St. Luke’s Cornwall.”

Jeanne Icolaria
RN to BSN, Competency Based Track

 

A nursing informatics specialization will significantly impact my professional and personal life. I can use my nursing informatics training to improve patient care, reduce errors, and enhance outcomes.”

Sharon Dejoya
MSN – Nursing Informatics Specialization

 

“I really enjoyed the experience, and would definitely recommend the DNP Educational Leadership. It worked for my life and my schedule and I came away a better nurse and professor because of it.”

Debbie D’Arcy
DNP – Educational Leadership Specialization

 

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