Charlotte Connerton, EdD, RN, CNE, is an assistant professor of nursing at the University of Southern Indiana. Dr. Connerton has 32 years nursing experience, with 21 years teaching experience in all levels of nursing education. Dr. Connerton has practiced as a faith community nurse for 21 years, a lay minister for six years, actively participates in the Catholic Church, and serves her community by sharing her profession through offerings of health promotion.