Lana Wilkins, RN, MSN
Clinical Contributor
Lana Wilkins, MSN, RN, has over 19 years of experience in medical-surgical nursing, geriatric care, and home health. A former clinical instructor, she has also served as a consultant and subject matter expert, providing educational content, textbook editing, and NCLEX-style assessment development for leading healthcare publishers. Passionate about making complex concepts clear and practical, she is dedicated to preparing the next generation of healthcare providers with knowledge they can confidently apply in practice. In addition to a diploma in practical nursing and an associate degree in nursing, Lana earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Oklahoma and a Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN) from Western Governors University.
Education
MS in Nursing Education - Western Governors University
BS in Nursing - University of Oklahoma
AAS in Nursing, AA in Psychology - Tulsa Community College
Diploma in Practical Nursing - Tulsa Technology Center
Expertise
Nursing – Practical Nursing
Lana Wilkins, MSN, RN, has over 19 years of experience in medical-surgical nursing, geriatric care, and home health. A former clinical instructor, she has also served as a consultant and subject matter expert, providing educational content, textbook editing, and NCLEX-style assessment development for leading healthcare publishers. Passionate about making complex concepts clear and practical, she is dedicated to preparing the next generation of healthcare providers with knowledge they can confidently apply in practice. In addition to a diploma in practical nursing and an associate degree in nursing, Lana earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Oklahoma and a Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN) from Western Governors University.
Lana's Advice for Future Students
Stay curious and never stop asking why—understanding the ‘why’ behind what you do will make you a better provider. Your patients will remember you more for how you made them feel rather than how much you know, so prioritize empathy and whole-person thinking in your care.