Eastern Florida State College Names Dr. Sharon Grason Dean of Nursing

Eastern Florida State College has named Dr. Sharon A. Grason, Ph.D., RN, as Dean of Nursing, bringing more than 25 years of experience in nursing education, healthcare leadership, clinical practice, and medical affairs to the College.

A respected nurse executive, educator, scholar, and servant leader, Dr. Grason will oversee one of Florida's premier nursing programs, guiding academic excellence, workforce development initiatives, student success efforts, and strategic partnerships that help prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals.

“As healthcare providers across our region face growing workforce needs, it is critical that EFSC continue preparing skilled, compassionate nurses who are ready to make a difference from day one,” said College President Dr. Jim Richey. “Dr. Grason's success in developing nursing programs, mentoring future healthcare professionals, and building strong partnerships with the healthcare community will be an asset to the College and the students we serve. We are proud to welcome her to EFSC and look forward to her leadership as we continue preparing highly skilled nurses for one of our region's most vital professions.”

Prior to joining EFSC, Dr. Grason served as Director of Medical Education at AVITA Medical, where she led national educational and clinician-training initiatives supporting advanced regenerative medicine and burn care technologies. Her extensive healthcare leadership background also includes service as Trauma Injury Prevention and Community Outreach Coordinator for a Level II trauma center, along with clinical leadership roles as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Clinical Manager, trauma nurse, surgical nurse, and oncology nurse.

In higher education, Dr. Grason established and served as the inaugural director of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Georgia Gwinnett College. Under her leadership, the program achieved NCLEX pass rates exceeding 98% while maintaining a 100% graduate employment rate. She also led curriculum development, accreditation efforts, faculty mentoring, and collaborative partnerships with healthcare organizations throughout the region.

“As a nurse educator and leader, I have always believed that education has the power to transform lives and strengthen communities,” said Dr. Grason. “I am honored to join Eastern Florida State College and look forward to working alongside our talented faculty, staff, students, and healthcare partners to prepare future nurses who will provide exceptional care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.”

An accomplished scholar, Dr. Grason's research and publications have focused on nursing ethics, emotional intelligence in healthcare, caring science, nursing education, and academic culture. Her work has appeared in peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Nursing Education, and she has presented at regional and national conferences on topics ranging from ethics education to fostering civility in healthcare and academic environments.

Throughout her career, Dr. Grason has earned recognition for excellence in teaching, mentorship, and community engagement, receiving honors such as the Excellence in Teaching Award and Outstanding Faculty Mentoring Award. Her commitment to service extends beyond academia through her work with nonprofit organizations supporting youth development, resilience, and educational opportunity.

Dr. Grason holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing from the Georgia Baptist College of Nursing at Mercer University, a Master of Science in Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Georgia State University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Florida State University.

As Dean of Nursing, she will lead EFSC's nursing programs in advancing student achievement, strengthening workforce partnerships, and meeting the growing healthcare needs of Florida's Space Coast and beyond.

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