Shirley Smoyak
| Shirley Smoyak | |
|---|---|
| Fields | Nursing |
| Institutions | Rutgers University |
| Education | Rutgers University (Ph.D.) |
| Known for | Editor-in-chief, Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services |
| Influences | Hildegard Peplau |
| Notable awards | Living Legend, American Academy of Nursing |
Shirley A. Smoyak is a nurse and academic who has had a significant impact on the field of psychiatric nursing.
Biography
After earning bachelor's and master's degrees in nursing and a doctorate in sociology, Smoyak became a faculty member at Rutgers University. She has taught courses both in nursing and in the social sciences. She has been the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services since 1981. Smoyak was appointed to oversee reform efforts at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital in New Jersey.[1] Some of her most recent research examines the effects of energy drinks on college students.[2]
Smoyak received the 2011 Award for Distinguished Service from the American Psychiatric Nurses Association.[2] She was designated a Living Legend of the American Academy of Nursing in 2004.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ "Alumni: Smoyak, Shirley A.". Rutgers University. Retrieved November 28, 2014.
- 1 2 "Shirley Smoyak, RN, PhD, FAAN: 2011 Award for Distinguished Service". American Psychiatric Nurses Association. Retrieved November 28, 2014.
- ↑ "Academy Living Legends". American Academy of Nursing. Retrieved November 28, 2014.