Office
Edwards Hall 204
Office Phone
(309) 438-2367
Department Phone
(309) 438-7400
Fax
(309) 438-4410
Email
Kim Schafer Astroth PhD, RN
Director for Graduate Programs
Faculty
About
Biography
Kim has been with MCN since 1999. Her interests include physical activity, chronic kidney disease, physical function, decision-making associated with activation of a rapid response team, civility, and QSEN.
Teaching Interest
NUR 325, NUR 327, NUR 405, NUR 524, CNL
Research Interest
Self-management of chronic illness; chronic kidney disease; physical activity and function; rapid response team; symptom management (fatigue); civility
Education
Postdoctoral Fellowship Behavioral Nursing Research
Indiana University School of Nursing
Indianapolis, IN
2010
Ph D Nursing
University of Missouri at St. Louis
St. Louis, MO
2006
MS Adult Health Nursing
University of Illinois
Urbana
1988
BSN Nursing
Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington, IL
1977
Awards & Honors
Outstanding College Researcher
Illinois State University - Mennonite College of Nursing
2017
Teaching Excellence Award Nominee
Illinois State University - Mennonite College of Nursing
2017
Bell Ringer
Illinois State University
2017
Research Writing Award
Nephrology Nursing Journal
2016
Meridian Maas Faculty Research Mentor Award
Illinois State University
2014
Nurse Educator Fellowship Award
Illinois Board of Higher Education
2011
Faculty Excellence Initiative Committee Award
Illinois State University
2007
Mary Reardon Castles Research Award
University of Missouri, St. Louis
2006
Research
Publications
A qualitative exploration of nursing students’ perceptions of the homeless and their care experiences
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nursing Forum
2018
Social capital, health, health behavior, and utilization of healthcare services among older adults: A conceptual framework
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nursing Forum
2018
Exploring the Evidence. Focusing on the Fundamentals: Reading Qualitative Research with a Critical Eye
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nephrology Nursing Journal
2018
A comparative study of social capital and hospital readmission in older adults
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Gereatric Nursing
2018
Exploring the Evidence. Focusing on the Fundamentals: Reading Qualitative Research with a Critical Eye
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nephrology Nursing Journal
2018
Integration of an individual simulation experience into a psychomotor skills course.
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nurse Educator
2018
A Narrative Analysis of Sibling Grief
Journal Article, In-House Journal
Journal of Loss & Trauma
2018
Effect of simulation on nursing students’ medication administration competence
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Clinical Simulation in Nursing
2018
Lessons from the homeless: Civil and uncivil interactions with nurses
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nursing Forum
2017
A measure of facilitators and barriers to rapid response team activation
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Applied Nursing Research
2017
Distress During Radiation Therapy: Assessment Among Patients with Breast or Prostate Cancer
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
2017
Improving awareness identification and management of sarcopenic obesity in cancer survivors: An evidence based toolbox
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
2016
Improving the Patient Experience in the Urology Office: An Evidence-Based Tool Kit to Impact Staff Perception of Patient Satisfaction
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Urologic Nursing
2016
Distress levels and contributors in community cancer radiotherapy patients
Abstract
2016 Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference
2016
Behind Bars: Experiences Conducting Behavioral Addictions Research in a County Jail
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
2015
Perceptions of new nurses concerning incivility in the workplace
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
2015
The Impact of Disordered Gambling among Older Adults
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
2015
Non-critical care nurses’ perceptions of facilitators and barriers to rapid response team activation.
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
2015
Changing Measures to Evaluate Changing Bone
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Orthopaedic Nursing
2015
Lessons learned from conducting qualitative research in a hospital.
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nurse Researcher
2014
Qualitative exploration of nurses' decision-making in activating rapid response teams
Abstract
2012 Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Research Conference
2013
Leveraging the Role of the Clinical Nurse Leader in the Era of Health Care Reform.
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nursing Forum
2013
Qualitative Exploration of Nurses' Decisions to Activate Rapid Response Teams
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Journal of Clinical Nursing
2013
Non-Pharmaceutical Fatigue Interventions in Adults Receiving Hemodialysis: A Systematic Review
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nephrology Nursing Journal
2013
Gambling and Perceived Health among Adult Jail Inmates
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Journal of Forensic Nursing
A Pilot Study Examining a Mobile Application for Self-Monitoring Diet and Fluid Intake
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Research in Nursing and Health
Perceived Health and Gambling Behavior of Inmates: A Review of Literature
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Nursing Forum
An Offline Mobile Nutrition Monitoring Intervention for Varying Literacy Patients Receiving Hemodialysis: A Pilot Study Examining Usage and Usability
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association
Gambling Behaviors and Perceived Health among Incarcerated Older Adults
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
Construct Validity of Four Exercise Stage of Change Measures in Adults
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Research in Nursing & Health
2010
Merging Health Literacy with Computer Technology: Self Managing Diet and Fluid Intake among Adult Hemodialysis Patients
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Patient education and counseling
2010
Readiness to exercise: A comparison of 3 instruments and an interview
Journal Article, Academic/Professional Journal
Progress in Cardiovascular Nursing
2007
Healthy lifestyles of adults in a work setting
Other
Dissertation Abstracts International
2006
Pocket guide to nursing diagnoses
Book, Textbook-Revised
The C.V. Mosby Co.
1997
Pocket guide to nursing diagnoses
Book, Textbook-Revised
The C.V. Mosby Co.
1995
Pocket guide to nursing diagnoses
Book, Textbook-Revised
The C.V. Mosby Co.
1993
Pocket guide to nursing diagnoses
Book, Textbook-Revised
The C.V. Mosby Co.
1989
Pocket guide to nursing diagnoses
Book, Textbook-Revised
The C.V. Mosby Co.
1987
Grants
Association between the structure of gastrointestinal microbial community and symptom clusters in patients with End Stage Renal Disease
Sigma Theta Tau International Xi Pi Chapter
Hemodialysis related symptoms, enteric microbiota and lifestyle factors (HEAL Study)
ISU Research and Sponsored Programs
Travel Grant
Xi Pi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International
April 2015
A Measure of Nephrology Nurse Perceptions toward Advance Care Planning
American Nephrology Nurses’ Association
Distress in patients with cancer treated at a Community Cancer Center
University Research Grant
June 30 2014
Facilitators and barriers to nurses' activation of rapid response teams
Sigma Theta Tau International Xi Pi
Qualitative Exploration of Nurses’ Decision Making in Activating Rapid Response Teams
Sigma Theta Tau International, Xi Pi chapter Research Award
June 30 2012
Qualitative Exploration of Nurses' Decision Making in Activating Rapid Response Teams
University Research Grant
June 30 2012
Partnership for Research Involving Vulnerable Populations
Mennonite College of Nursing
July 2008
Training in Behavioral Nursing - Postdoctoral Fellowship submitted by K. Astroth
National Institute of Health (NIH) and the National Institute of Nursing Research
August 2007
Partnership for Research Involving Vulnerable Populations
Mennonite College of Nursing
July 2007
Partnership for Research Involving Vulnerable Populations
Mennonite College of Nursing
March 2007
Smoking Cessation & Prevention: Seeing Clearly Through the Smoke
The American Medical Student Association
September 22 2005
Healthy Lifestyles of Adults in a Work Setting
Sigma Theta Tau International, Xi Pi Chapter
June 01 2004
Jeanne O'Grady Scholarship Grant
Barnes College of Nursing, University of Missouri
February 01 2004
Measuring Exercise Stage of Change in Adults in a Work Setting
Sigma Theta Tau International, Nu Chi Chapter Research Award
May 01 2003
Presentations
Medicare Population Health Promotion Outcomes Research
American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN) Annual Conference
Effects of Primary Care Medicare Wellness Visits on Health Promotion Outcomes
Midwest Nursing Research Symposium
Attitudes and Perceptions of Emergency Department Nurses towards Attempted Suicide: A Systematic Review
29th Annual International Nursing Research Congress
July 2018
Teaching student nurses about the lived experience of homeless people through a photovoice intervention
Sigma Theta Tau International 29th International Nursing Research Congress
July 2018
Hemodialysis related symptoms, gut microbiota and lifestyle factors: A correlational pilot study
29th International Nursing Research Congress
July 19 2018
Medicare Population Health Promotion Outcomes Research Abstract
May 2018
Effects of Primary Care Medicare Wellness Visits on Health Promotion Outcomes
2018 Midwest Nursing Research Society
April 2018
The ABCs of presenting at a conference: From writing an abstract to a presentation
Annual Meeting
April 2018
Gastrointestinal microbiota in patients with chronic kidney disease: A systematic review
Spring Clinical Meeting
April 2018
Gastrointestinal microbiota in patients with chronic kidney disease: a systematic review
2018 Clinical Meetings
April 10 2018
Effects of Primary Care Medicare Wellness Visits on Health Promotion Outcomes
MCN Scholars Symposium
April 5 2018
What Do Nursing Students Know about the Homeless and their Care Experiences? A Qualitative Study
Sigma Theta Tau International 28th International Nursing Research Congress
July 2017
Can Residency Impact Motivation and Physical Activity Habits in Postmenopausal Women?
Western Institute of Nursing
April 2017
Civil and uncivil interactions between nurses and homeless people
Doctoral Colloquium
Exploring the knowledge, beliefs, and attitudes of undergraduate student nurses toward homeless people
Sigma Theta Tau International 27th International Nursing Research Congress
Lessons from the homeless: The impact of civil and uncivil interactions with nurses in the United States
Sigma Theta Tau International 27th International Nursing Research Congress
July 2016
Application of Learning: Simulation in Geriatric Nurisng Education
International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning
June 15 2016
Homeless Peoples' Perception of their Interactions with Nurses
40th Annual Conference Midwest Nursing Research Society
March 2016
Distress levels and contributors in community cancer radiotherapy patients
2016 Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference
March 19 2016
Interacting in Dementia: Using Simulation in Geriatric Nursing Education
Annual Conference
March 19 2016
Tips for a successful IRB review
Doctoral Colloquium
Developing a measure of facilitators and barriers to rapid response team activation
26th International Nursing Research Congress
July 2015
The impact of civility on homeless peoples’ healthcare experiences
26th International Nursing Research Congress
July 2015
Nurse perceptions of facilitators and barriers related to Registered Respiratory activation.
39th Annual Research Conference
April 2015
Perceptions of new nurses concerning incivility in the workplace.
39th Annual Research Conference
April 2015
Nurses’ perceptions of facilitators and barriers of Rapid Response Teams
Annual Research Conference
March 2015
Perceptions of new nurses concerning incivility in the workplace
Annual Research Conference
March 2015
Influenza Vaccine Uptake in a Midwest County: A Collaborative Study
142nd American Public Health Association Annual Meeting and Exposition
November 18 2014
Exploring Community/Academic Partnerships for Public Health Planning
Illinois Public Health Association
July 9 2014
A Measure of Nephrology Nurse Perceptions toward Advance Care Planning
American Nephrology Nurses Associations' 45th National Symposium
April 2014
An Assessment of Oral health Service Needs in a Rural Community: Lessons Learned
38th Annual Conference Midwest Nursing Research Society
March 2014
Facilitators and Barriers to Conducting Research in Hospitals
38th Annual Conference Midwest Nursing Research Society
March 2014
Facilitators and barriers to conducting research in hospitals
Annual Research Conference
March 2014
The long term impact of a civility journal club intervention
Annual Research Conference
March 2014
Factors influencing nurses' decision-making in rapid response activation
Sigma Theta Tau International Conference
A Systematic Review of Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions to Reduce Fatigue In Adults Receiving Hemodialysis
Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society, 24th International Nursing Research Congress
July 2013
Building a Quality Graduate Nurse with a Quality and Safety Education for Nurses Foundation
Quality and Safety Education for Nurses 2013 National Forum
May 2013
Non-Pharmaceutical Fatigue Interventions in Adults Receiving Hemodialysis: A Systematic Review
National Kidney Foundation 2013 Spring Clinical Meeting
April 2013
A Measure of Nephrology Nurse Perceptions Toward Advance Care Planning
37th Annual Conference Midwest Nursing Research Society
March 2013
Measurement of Facilitators and Barriers to Nurses' Activation of Rapid Response Team
37th Annual conference Midwest Nursing Research Society
March 2013
Measurement of facilitators and barriers to nurses' activation of rapid response teams
Annual Research Conference
March 2013
Functional status of older adults after hip fracture: An integrative Review
Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference 2013
March 9 2013
Interactive evidence-based practice, PI/Research Council In-service
May 2012
Perceived Health and Gambling in Older Inmates
36th Annual Research Conference
April 14 2012
Qualitative exploration of nurses' decision-making in activating rapid response teams
Annual Research Conference
April 13 2012
Using Peer Instruction to Educate College Aged Females on Breast Self Examination
Graduate Research Symposium
April 13 2012
What’s the Big Deal? It’s Just a Peanut…
Graduate Research Symposium
April 13 2012
Perceived Health and Gambling Behavior in Older Inmates
Midwest Nursing Research Society
March 2012
The Clinical Nurse Leader: Shaping the New Health Care Environment
2012 AACN CNL Summit
January 2012
Balance,Illinois State University Honors Program Juggling Life without Looking Like a Clown
November 2011
Relationships Between CPAP Use, Daytime Sleepiness, and Functional Status in Elders with Obstructive Sleep Apnea
35th Annual Research Conference
April 2011
Gardasil Education for Nursing Students
Graduate Research Symposium
March 2011
Increasing Teacher' Awareness of Childhood Obesity
Graduate Research Symposium
March 2011
Electronically Self-Monitoring Physical Activities in Adults on Hemodialysis
34th Annual Conference Midwest Nursing Research Society
April 2010
The Journey of a CNL Educator: First Year Experience
2010 American Association of Colleges of Nursing Clinical Nurse Leaders Summit
January 2010
Understanding Nursing Research
January 2010
Merging Literacy with Computer Technology for Self-Managing Diet and Fluid Intake
20th International Nursing Research Congress Focusing on Evidence-Based Practice
July 2009
Estimating Construct Validity of Four Measures of Readiness to Exercise
Annual Meeting
May 2008
Factors Predicting Exercise Performance in a Work Setting
32nd Annual Research Conference
March 2008
Exercise Stage of Change Classification: A Comparison of Three Instruments and an Interview
31st Annual Midwest Nursing Research Society Research Conference; Linking Research & Practice: A Roadmap to the Future
March 23 2007
Healthy Lifestyles of Adults in a Work Setting
30th Annual Midwest Nursing Research Society
April 03 2006
Intro to Evidence Based Research 101
February 2005
Research for Evidence Based Practice: 101
OSF St. Joseph Medical Center Research and PI Committee
February 01 2005
Measuring Exercise Stage of Change Classifications
Mennonite College of Nursing/Sigma Theta Tau International, XiPi Chapter Research Day
April 01 2004
Measuring Exercise Stage of Change Classification
27th Annual Midwest Nursing Research Society
April 06 2003
Psychometric Issues When Measuring Exercise Stage of Change
27th Annual Midwest Nursing Research Society
April 06 2003
Psychometric Issues Related to Measurement of Exercise Stage of Change
6th Annual Research Day
April 01 2003
Determination of Exercise Stage of Change Using Three Instruments and a Structured Interview
4th Annual Research Day
April 15 2002
Measuring Exercise Stage of Change Classification Using Three Instruments and Interview (Pilot Study)
26th Annual Midwest Nursing Research Society
March 03 2002
Effectiveness of Step Treadmill Exercise Training in Reducing Resting Blood Pressure in Women with Unmedicated Hypertension
St. Louis University School of Nursing 28th Annual Research Conference
October 05 2001
Relationship of Standardized Nursing Achievement Tests to Performance on Nursing Licensure Examination
Mennonite College of Nursing/Sigma Theta Tau International, Xi Pi Chapter Research Day
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