Charissa Purefoy, DNP, RN, PHN
She/Her/Hers
Adjunct Faculty, School of NursingMSN Chair
Areas of Expertise
- Public Health
- Health Policy, law, and Ethics
Biography
Highly accomplished Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and executive healthcare leader with extensive experience spanning clinical operations, academic leadership, public health program management, and complex case management. Demonstrated success in curriculum development, cross-functional leadership, and driving quality improvement initiatives across state, academic, and county healthcare systems.
Education
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Touro University Nevada | Henderson, NV (2025-2026) - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – Clinical Nurse Leader
Touro University | Vallejo, CA (2020 – 2021) - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
California State University, East Bay | Concord, CA (2015 – 2017) - Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
Ohlone College Nursing Program | Fremont, CA (2013 – 2015)
Certifications
- Registered Nurse (RN): California
- Registered Nurse (RN): Arizona
- Public Health Nurse (PHN): California
Memberships and Affiliations
- ANA
Teaching Responsibilities
- Resource Management
- Health Policy, Law, and Ethics
- Writing Support