Gena Markwalter
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Nursing
Department of Doctorate of Nursing Practice Program
Bio
Dr. Markwalter is an Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Nursing Practice program, specializing in the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track. She brings 25 years of critical care experience from a high-acuity burn ICU and is a first-generation college graduate. Her academic interests focus on supporting student success, facilitating the transition from bedside nurse to advanced practice clinician, and preparing learners for effective, evidence-based practice in acute care settings.
- GMARKWALTER@augusta.edu
- (706) 721-7166
- EC 5446
Education
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DNP, Nursing
Augusta University, 2016
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MSN, Nursing
Augusta University, 2001
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BSN, Nursing
Georgia College & State Univer, 1996
Certifications
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ACNP
American Nurses Cred, 2023
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ACNP
American Nurses Cred, 2014
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ABLS
American Burn Association, 2022
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ACL
American Heart Association, 2024
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ACLS
American Heart Association, 2024
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BLS
American Heart Association, 2024
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FNP
American Nurses Cred, 2021
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FNP
American Nurses Cred, 2001
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RN
State of Georgia, 2003
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RN
State of Georgia, 1996
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RN
State of Georgia, 1996
Awards & Honors
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APP of the Quarter
Doctors Hospital, 2024
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Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges
2001
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Outstanding Nurse Practitioner Student
2001
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Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society
1995
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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NURS 8338
ACNP Practice III
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NURS 8337
Adult Gerontology- ACNP III
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NURS 8371
AGACNP Practice II: Post Grad: AGACNP Practice III: Post Grad
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NURS 7460
Diag and Clinical Reas Adv Pra
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NURS 9051
DNP Project Inquiry & Change
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NURS 8335
ACNP Practice II
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NURS 8334
Adult -Gerontology ACNP II
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NURS 8370
AGACNP Practice II: Post Grad
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NURS 8331
Adult Gerontology ACNP I
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NURS 8332
Adult Gerontology ACNP I
Teaching Interests
Dr. Markwalter's academic interests include enhancing online learning to make it more engaging and effective, and preparing students for evidence-based, patient-centered practice in acute care settings.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- The Use of Drotrecogin Alpha (Activated) in the Treatment of Chemical Injury to the Lungs, 2005
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
Dr. Markwalter's research interests include critical care and the improvement of educational effectiveness, particularly within online learning environments.
