Patricia Lavin
About Patricia Lavin
Patricia Lavin is the Senior Director of Nursing Quality and Outcomes at NYU Langone Health, where she has led numerous evidence-based projects and initiatives since 2006.
Title and Role
Patricia Lavin holds the position of Senior Director of Nursing Quality and Outcomes at NYU Langone Health. In her role, she focuses on enhancing the quality of nursing practices and patient outcomes through evidence-based methodologies. Patricia has been associated with NYU Langone Health since 2006, contributing to various initiatives aimed at improving healthcare practices.
Education and Expertise
Patricia Lavin completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in Nursing Administration from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University. This advanced education, obtained between 2017 and 2021, equipped her with the expertise necessary to lead nursing quality initiatives and develop evidence-based practices.
Development of NYU EBP Academy
Patricia Lavin developed the NYU EBP (Evidence-Based Practice) Academy, which has successfully guided or supported over 100 nurses in completing more than 42 evidence-based projects. This academy is a testament to her commitment to integrating research-backed practices into clinical settings and improving patient outcomes.
Research and Publications
Patricia is an active contributor to nursing literature. She has co-authored a chapter on Teaching Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and authored several manuscripts published in esteemed journals such as the Journal of Nursing Care Quality, Nursing Management, and the Journal of Orthopedic Nursing. Additionally, she is a peer reviewer for the Journal of Nursing Economics.
Conference Presentations and Media Appearances
Patricia Lavin has presented at various local, state, and national conferences, sharing her insights on topics such as evidence-based nursing practice, patient experience, and quality initiatives. In 2008, she appeared on Telecare television in a roundtable discussion about the value of evidence-based nursing practice and patient care.