Profile - Robin Sand

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Meet Robin Sand
Instructor of Nursing

Masters of Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner- Samford University Bachelors of Nursing- College of St Scholastica Bachelors of Science-Biomedical Science- St. Cloud State University

Question and Answer

  • Question

    What is your approach to teaching?

    Answer

    Being able to take the time with learners and make it fun while also seeing them grow in their new learning. Being adaptable to what my learners need and seeing that in the moment has been something I have really enjoyed incorporating into my teaching. There are no two people who learn exactly the same. From here, I see learning as a two-way street. There is no way that I know everything, and being able to ensure learners feel comfortable asking questions, sharing their experiences, and also taking the time to look up the information from credible sources with me if we all are unaware of best practices.

  • Question

    What inspires you as a teacher?

    Answer

    I have had a lot of people inspire me when it comes to learning and teaching. These people came from all aspects of my life from the Military to Hospital. I also love to read books, especially about self-help. Simon Sinek is one of my favorite authors; Leaders Eat Last, Know Your Why.

  • Question

    How would you describe what happens during one of your most successful classes?

    Answer

    During my most successful classes students feel comfortable to ask the questions that they have. We learn from one another. Also, there is a safe space to learn and grow in the classroom I completely believe that you don't know what you don't know so asking questions makes you a safe and better nurse.

  • Question

    What makes your curriculum interesting or valuable to students?

    Answer

    I am a fun and interesting instructor. I love to make an impact when I teach and not just read lectures and look at powerpoints. I include activities, worksheets, case studies.

  • Question

    How do you think students describe your teaching methods and classes?

    Answer

    I hope that students see my teaching style as cooperative, inclusive, and fun. I do my best to teach to every learning style and help make the topics make sense. I like to think of myself as a guide. I am here to give you the puzzle and guide you in putting it together. Then if you can't put the puzzle together, I can help make the picture make sense.

  • Question

    How do you help your students get the most out of your class?

    Answer

    I will do my best to set you up for success. With PowerPoints, lectures, handouts, case studies, and working through the information. I am open to hear other ways to make the most of the class information.

Fun Facts

  • Fun Fact #1

    I was the first New Graduate RN to be hired at Mayo Clinic Rochester's Emergency Department.

  • Fun Fact #2

    I have participated in many councils in the hospitals such as: Sexual Assault Nursing, Behavioral Health, Nurse Council, Emergency Preparedness/Hazmat, Employee Safety (AVADE, Code Green), and New Hire Development in the Emergency Department.

  • Fun Fact #3

    I am a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. There are so many different avenues to nursing that are out there. I love sharing what information I have about some of these specialties.

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