CNPD Spotlight: Ellen Steidl
As the Director of the Clinical Resource and Simulation Center (CRSC) and a Nursing Clinical Instructor, Ellen Steidl helps to bring innovative simulation experiences to life for students at the University of North Dakota College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD).
At the CNPD, simulation education and role play are integral to training future nurses, dietitians, nutritionists, and social workers. The CRSC provides students with realistic, hands-on learning experiences with low or high-fidelity manikins or patient models in a controlled environment. These realistic simulations and skill lab spaces allow students to practice their skills, make decisions, and learn from their experiences without the risk of harm to actual patients. Under Ellen’s leadership, the CRSC continues to evolve, incorporating cutting-edge technology to ensure students are well-prepared for their professional careers.
Ellen, who has worked at UND for seven years, also shares her expertise as a faculty member, teaching two critical courses for first-semester nursing students: pathophysiology and foundations of nursing practice.
When asked what she loves most about working at UND, Ellen’s response reflects her pride in UND Nursing:
This program gave me the tools and knowledge to become a professional nurse, and now I get to be part of that journey for future nursing professionals.
Ellen grew up across the river in East Grand Forks, MN, where she lives with her husband and two daughters. The family enjoys playing outdoors, golfing, and relaxing at their lake home. In her free time, Ellen also loves reading and solving jigsaw puzzles.
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