Brittany OttoFaculty
Brittany Otto is a dedicated and passionate nursing educator at Gustavus Adolphus College, committed to shaping the next generation of compassionate and skilled nurses. With a strong background in pediatric and obstetrical nursing, as well as leadership, she brings real-world experience into the classroom. Brittany’s enthusiasm for nursing goes beyond textbooks—she loves integrating technology into education, supporting diverse learners, and creating an inclusive environment where every student can thrive. Whether she's helping students master clinical skills or preparing them for the NCLEX, Brittany is always eager to inspire and empower future nurses to make a real difference in healthcare.
Education
Associate of Science, Nursing - South Central College, 2013; Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts - South Central College, 2013; Bachelor of Science, Nursing - American Sentinel University, 2019; Master of Science, Nursing Education - American Sentinel University, 2023
Areas of Expertise
Pediatric Nursing, Obstetrical/Gynecological Nursing, Nursing Education, and Nursing Leadership
Interests
Information Technology in Nursing and Education, Supporting English language learning, Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging, and Best Practices in Supporting NCLEX Licensure Preparation for Nursing Students
Courses Taught
HES-537 (Clin Pharmacology), NUR-337 (Clinical Pharmacology), and NUR-398 (Transition to Practice)
Synonym | Title | Times Taught | Terms Taught |
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NUR-387 | Perinatal Nursing | 2 | 2024/FA and 2023/FA |
NUR-385 | Pediatric Nursing | 2 | 2024/FA and 2023/FA |
NUR-337 | Clinical Pharmacology | 2 | 2024/SP and 2023/FA |
NUR-311 | Fundamentals of Nursing Lab | 2 | 2023/FA |
NUR-312 | Nursing Skills Lab | 1 | 2024/FA |
NUR-398 | Prof Nurse Pract Lab | 1 | 2024/SP |
NUR-398 | Profsnl Nurse Practice | 1 | 2024/SP |
HES-337 | Clinical Pharmacology | 1 | 2023/FA |