Danielle Altares Sarik PhD, Aprn, Cpnp Pc
About Danielle Altares Sarik PhD, Aprn, Cpnp Pc
Danielle Altares Sarik, PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC, is a Senior Policy Service Professor at The George Washington University and a Committee Member of the Institute of Pediatric Nursing. She has extensive experience in nursing research and policy, having held various positions in healthcare institutions and contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals.
Current Position at The George Washington University
Danielle Altares Sarik serves as a Senior Policy Service Professor at The George Washington University, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she engages in policy-related education and research, contributing to the academic community in Washington, District of Columbia. Her expertise in pediatric nursing and health policy informs her teaching and research initiatives.
Previous Experience in Pediatric Nursing
Prior to her current role, Danielle Altares Sarik worked at Nicklaus Children's Health System as a Research Nurse Scientist from 2017 to 2022. She also held the position of Director of Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice at the same institution since 2022. Her experience includes serving as a Health Policy and Media Fellow at The George Washington University from 2021 to 2023 and as a Pre-Doctoral Fellow at the Center for Health Outcomes and Policy Research from 2012 to 2015.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Danielle Altares Sarik obtained her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing Science from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied from 2012 to 2015. She also earned a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on Pediatric Primary Care from the same institution between 2009 and 2011. Earlier, she completed her Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Society at Cornell University from 2003 to 2007.
Research Contributions and Publications
Danielle Altares Sarik has made significant contributions to pediatric nursing research. Her work has been presented internationally and published in various interprofessional peer-reviewed journals, including Hospital Pediatrics, Journal of Pediatric Healthcare, and Medical Care Research and Review. Her research focuses on evidence-based practices in pediatric nursing and health outcomes.
Professional Affiliations and Committee Memberships
Danielle Altares Sarik is an active member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and has served as an Executive Board Member of the National Pediatric Nurse Scientist Collaborative. She is also a Committee Member of the Institute of Pediatric Nursing, where she contributes to the advancement of pediatric nursing practices and policies.