Education
- BSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Barry University, 1995
- MSN, Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner, Barry University, 1999
- Ph.D., Nursing, Barry University, 2010
Biography
Dr. Ferrona Beason is an advanced practice, PhD-prepared nurse educator and scholar whose research centers on advancing women’s, pediatric, and neonatal health, and faith community health through an equity-centered lens. Her work strengthens culturally responsive practice, informs community-engaged health promotion, and bridges nursing science with faith-based and vulnerable populations.
Her areas of expertise include maternal–child health, vulnerable populations, health disparities, and socially responsive nursing education. At Barry University, her journey includes teaching in undergraduate and graduate programs, and now the doctoral program, where she facilitates student research and scholarly writing, and contributes to curriculum development, program evaluation, and mentorship of diverse learners.
Dr. Beason earned her PhD in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She also completed a post-master’s in Nursing education and another in Faith Community Nursing.
She is licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse and holds a multistate registered nurse license.
Her professional background spans primary care, women’s health, neonatal and pediatric care, and academic nursing. She provides leadership in course coordination, student progression processes, and faculty collaboration focused on excellence in teaching and learning.
Her research explores health equity, culturally grounded care, and the intersection of faith and health, with publications and presentations addressing health promotion and disease prevention across the life span, nurse educator development, and faith-based and community- based screening initiatives.
Dr. Beason’s honors reflect her commitment to scholarship, teaching excellence, and service. She is an active member of national and regional nursing and community-based organizations.
She is deeply committed to student success and is recognized for fostering scholarly confidence, mentoring future nurse leaders, and creating transformative, student-centered learning environments.