Biography
Alycia M. Cramer, MS, Ned., RN, is a committed nurse educator with five years of academic experience and a background in clinical nursing. She is known for her engaging teaching style, fostering a supportive learning environment, and her commitment to preparing the next generation of nurses. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from D’Youville University and a Master of Science in Nursing Education from Daemen University. Currently, she is the Director of Undergraduate Nursing Education at Niagara University and a Faculty Fellow. She is also a faculty advisor for the Student Nursing Association. Her past roles include Skills Lab Coordinator at Niagara University. Her clinical experience includes long-term care, med-surg, dialysis, and ambulatory surgery.
Focus of Teaching
Professor Cramer’s focus of teaching is fostering clinical judgment and decision-making skills in nursing students. Her emphasize is on evidence-based practice, patient-centered care and critical thinking. Through interactive and hands-on learning, she aims to build a strong foundation of knowledge and skills, empowering students to approach clinical situations with confidence and compassion.
Current Involvement
- Undergraduate nursing committees: Curriculum committee, Admission Progression Retention committee Chair, Appeals Committee, Program Effectiveness committee, Policy Committee.
- University Committees: NCAA Faculty Athletics Committee
Educational Background
Master’s of Science in Nursing Education
Daemen University
4380 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
Completion Date January 2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
D’Youville College
320 Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201
Completion Date May 2016
Graduated Sigma Theta Tau
Associate in Nursing
Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY 10940
Completion Date December 2010