Danielle Yaffe, RN, MN, CCNE

Teaching style

I believe that people learn best when they are engaged and feel safe. I try to create a climate for learning where students are encouraged and motivated to think, engage, interact and participate. I strive to construct an invitational learning space by being approachable and open to questions. Whether online or in the physical classroom, I seek to make learning fun and inspiring. By incorporating hands on activities, case studies and games, I aim to connect the learner to the material and keep their focus. I enjoy challenging students to critically think and push them to know the "why" behind their choices.

Biography

Danielle is an Instructor II at the University of Manitoba, College of Nursing.

After graduating from the Bachelor of Nursing program in 2006, she gained expertise in the areas of acute surgery, post anesthesia care and critical care.

In 2014, Danielle had the opportunity to work as a nurse educator at the Health Sciences Centre's clinical education program. This solidified her passion for teaching and led her to join the College of Nursing as an Instructor in 2015.

She completed a Masters of Nursing with a teaching focus from Athabasca University in 2018.

During her time at the College of Nursing, Danielle has enjoyed a wide range of teaching roles that include clinical education facilitator, simulation facilitator, skills lab instructor, theory instructor, senior practicum advisor and course leader.

This diverse experience has greatly contributed to her understanding of the nursing program and supports her ability to connect with students as they move through their studies.

Danielle continues to evolve as a teacher at the College, seeking to adapt the complexities of higher education through professional development opportunities.

Education

Master's of Nursing (MN) Nursing (with a teaching focus), Athabasca University (2018)

Bachelor of Nursing (BN) (2006)

Awards

Nursing Student’s Association Teaching Excellence Award (Fall 2021)

Nursing Student’s Association Teaching Excellence Award (Spring 2021)

2020 ARNM (Association Regulated Nurses of Manitoba) Award of Excellence – Nursing Education (2020)

Nursing Student’s Association Teaching Excellence Award (Spring 2018)

Contact us

College of Nursing
Helen Glass Centre for Nursing
89 Curry Place
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry Campus) 
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

nursing@umanitoba.ca
204-474-7452
204-474-7682