Psi Upsilon Member Highlight
Veronica Valazza, DNP, MBA, RN, CNE, NE-BC
Introduction
Veronica currently serves as an Associate Professor and Department Chair at Daemen University and as a Senior Evaluator at Western Governors University (WGU). Her nursing journey began with a diploma in nursing from Millard Fillmore School of Nursing (1983). She went on to earn both a Master of Science in Nursing and an MBA in Healthcare Administration from WGU, followed by a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Organizational Leadership from Capella University.
Before transitioning into academia, she built a diverse career in critical care nursing, quality management, and as a nurse manager—experiences that continue to shape her approach to education and leadership.
Professional Achievements
Veronica holds national certifications as a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) and a Nurse Executive–Board Certified (NE-BC) professional. Her scholarly work includes several publications, most recently:
Rached, C., Valazza, V., Amaral, G., & Lizarbe, P. M. (2022). Professional values in undergraduate nursing students: Comparison in different cultures. Special Education, 2(43), 1181–1193.
Community Engagement
She is an active member of multiple professional nursing organizations, including the National League for Nursing (NLN), American Nurses Association–New York (ANA-NY), and the Western New York Professional Nursing Organization. She also serves as Treasurer of the Pi Zeta Chapter of Sigma and as a Community Board Member of NEMSD.
Hobbies
When time allows, she enjoys knitting and quilting, both of which offer creativity and relaxation outside of her professional roles.
Inspirations
Veronica finds great fulfillment in mentoring students and supporting them as they achieve their goals. It is truly inspiring to watch them grow into professionals who will make a meaningful impact in the world.