Dr. Graham earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Abilene Christian University in 2018, with a focus on Executive Nursing Leadership. He also earned a Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN-Ed.) in 2015 and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN with honors) in 2013, both from Grand Canyon University. Earlier academic milestones include an Associate in Applied Science in Nursing from Gloucester County College in 1988, which began his professional nursing career, an Associate in General Studies from the Community College of Philadelphia in 1987, and a Practical Nursing diploma from the Presbyterian University of Pennsylvania Medical Center School of Practical Nursing in 1984. He has over four decades in nursing. Dr. Graham is also a Ph.D. candidate at Barry University in Miami Shores, FL, pursuing a second terminal degree, a Doctor of Philosophy in qualitative nursing research.
Dr. Graham's teaching experience has included instruction at the practical nursing, associate degree, bachelor's, and master's levels. With over four decades of nursing experience, his clinical nursing experience includes the emergency department, psychiatry, critical care, telemetry, medical/surgical nursing, geriatrics, public health, supervision, and telephonic triage.
As a member of the American Nurses Association, National League for Nursing, and Association of Black Nursing Faculty, he envisions the future of nursing as one in which empowered nurses lead with advanced skills, technology, and evidence-based care. These nurses will collaborate across disciplines, influence policy, and advocate for equity. Ongoing education will keep nurses adaptable and resilient, helping create a compassionate, equitable healthcare system focused on patient outcomes.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – Abilene Christian University
Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN-Ed.) – Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science Degree (BSN) – Grand Canyon University
Associates in Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) – Gloucester County College
Associates in General Studies (AGS) – Community College of Philadelphia
Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN) – Presbyterian University of Pennsylvania– Medical Center-School of Practical Nursing
* Currently completing course work towards a Doctor of Philosophy in Science (Ph.D.) in Nursing Education at Barry University.
Emergency Nursing, Managed Care, Nursing Education, Critical Care, Psychiatry, Telemetry, Medical-Surgical, Public Health, Nursing Supervision, Correctional Nursing, Geriatrics, and Home Care
• American Nurses Association
• National League for Nursing
• Sigma Theta Tau – National Honor Society of Nursing
• Transcultural Nursing Society
• Association of Black Nursing Faculty
