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Master of Science in Nursing at JMU

Welcome to the JMU Department of Nursing!

Merle Mast

Merle Mast, PhD, RN, ANP

Professor
Department Head

Office: HHS 2123
Phone: 568-6314

Education:
PhD -- University of Virginia, 1995
MS -- University of Rochester, 1981
BA, BS -- Eastern Mennonite College, 1974
ANA Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Certification, 1981

Experience:
Professor, JMU Nursing Department, 1991 - present
Instructor/Assistant Professor and Clinician, Primary Care, University of Rochester
Practice Experience in staff nursing in surgical acute care and intensive care
ANP in oncology
ANP in outpatient primary care and home health

Professional Interests:
Gerontological Nursing
Research of Elder Caregiver Needs
Chronic Illness care
Support groups for chronic illness
Oncology Care