Nursing Faculty

I am motivated to improve mental health care. I believe this will happen by educating tomorrow’s nurses. Psychiatric Nursing is a passion for me and I hope to spread the passion. I have practiced Operating Room/Trauma Nursing, Occupational Health, Nurse Analyst, and Addiction Nursing.  Like many of you, Colorado is not where I grew up, but is fast becoming home to me. So much to explore and so many people to meet.

Nursing Faculty

I am a nursing (bridge) student graduate of Morgan Community College. I started from the bottom, receiving my CNA through MCC and that is when I fell in love with nursing. I received my LPN and returned to MCC to receive my RN. I received my BSN through Grand Canyon University and my MSN through Western Governors University. I am thankful for the different steps in nursing I took because of what it has taught me. I have experience in long-term care, pediatrics, mental health, and labor and delivery. I love nursing because of the everyday education I receive.

“All students learn differently, and teaching should be adapted. Using evidence-based information to teach is something to include in the classroom and clinical setting. I think it is important to keep an open mind, be positive, and promote safe practice. Slow down, think about it, and then respond. There is something to be taught and learned every day.”

Nursing Faculty

I was born and raised in Colorado where I started my medical career as an EMT at Northeastern Junior College and then a teaching degree at the University of Northern Colorado.  I spent the next 12 years in the US Army increasing my medical skill as an infantry medic and Flight Paramedic before returning to college to earn my Associate Degree in Nursing and ultimately my Master in Nursing in 2018.  My nursing career focused on progressive care, geriatric behavior health, and intensive care areas.  My teaching philosophy revolves around the thought that if it is important enough to be on the test, it is important enough to explain why in class, but I also want you to be able to translate what you have learned in class to your daily practice as a Registered Nurse.

RN to BSN Faculty

Kimberly Senn serves as the RN to BSN completion program faculty at Morgan Community College. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Northern Colorado. Kimberly is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. Her previous work experience includes cardiovascular care and public health nursing. Kimberly’s teaching philosophy is to encourage learners to achieve their greatest level of educational achievement personally, academically, and professionally. Her passion to teach derives from the desire to obtain, share, and develop scientific knowledge into the exceptional art of nursing practice. Kimberly’s favorite motivational technique is encouraging all students to face their educational journey with enthusiasm and curiosity. She believes in recognizing and respecting the strengths and abilities in others and in ourselves.

Health Occupations Student Success Advisor

Shelli earned her BA in English from Brigham Young University.  She has been working with students at MCC for thirteen years.  Shelli has been a part of the advising team for a year and a half and worked with ESL students at Workplace Education from 2007 to 2020.  She is excited to be working with the health occupations staff and students.   

Shelli can help students understand what prerequisite courses they may need to take before they apply to a health occupation program and help them understand the application process if needed.  She can also help students with study strategies and learning resources.  

Shelli can be contacted at (970) 542-3164 or shelli.crandall@morgancc.edu.  Her office is located in Cottonwood 136 inside the Welcome Center.