kure.mercy@kasu.edu.ng
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING SCIENCES, FAHS, KADUNA STATE UNIVERSITY, Office Location: Room 21, Old College of Medicine Complex, KASU Main Campus.

KURE, Mercy

Senior Lecturer

KURE, Mercy is a Medical-Surgical Nursing (MSc) graduate from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and a PhD student in the same institution. She is a Lecturer (II) staff of the Department of Nursing Sciences with the task of lecturing undergraduate student nurses, conducting research and community service. She is currently the departmental timetable scheduling officer of the department. She is also a member of the Employment and Promotions Committee and Chairperson Welfare Committee. Her research interest is medical surgical nursing, focusing on chronic and emerging infectious diseases. She is also a resource person at the Center for Energy, Environmental and Strategic Research Institution, Kaduna State University.

Biography

Mercy Kure is a seasoned nursing professional with expertise in Medical-Surgical Nursing. She holds an MSc in Medical-Surgical Nursing and is currently pursuing her PhD at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. A dedicated Lecturer II in the Department of Nursing Sciences at Kaduna State University, she plays a pivotal role in training future nurses, conducting impactful research, and contributing to community service.

Mercy is the departmental timetable scheduling officer and actively serves on key committees, including the Employment and Promotions Committee and Welfare Committee. She is also a resource person at the Center for Energy, Environmental and Strategic Research Institution at KASU. Her research focuses on chronic and emerging infectious diseases, with special attention to diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases.

With over a decade of clinical experience, including her tenure as a Principal Nursing Officer at National Hospital, Abuja, Mercy brings invaluable expertise to her academic role. She has participated in numerous workshops, enhancing her skills in research, data analysis, and e-learning.

Her publications address critical issues in diabetes education, quality of life, and contraceptive counseling services. Mercy’s dedication to nursing is reflected in her strong critical thinking, public speaking, and nursing service skills, making her a vital contributor to healthcare and education.

Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Medical-Surgical Nursing (in View), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.
  • Master of Science (MSc) Medical Surgical Nursing (October, 2018), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria
  • Bachelor of Nursing Sciences (BNSc) [Second Class Honours, Upper Division] (February, 2009), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.

Publications

  • Kure, M., Tukur, B.M., Mba C.J., Abubakar, S.& Bayero, B. Effect of Diabetic Educational Program on Glycemic Control among Clients in Tertiary Hospitals of Kaduna State, Nigeria. 2019. Bayero Journal of Nursing and Healthcare, Volume1, Issue 2 PP 249-259.
  • Kure, M., Attahir, I & Tasiu I. Effect of Diabetic Educational Program on the Quality of Life of Clients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Tertiary Hospitals of Kaduna State, Nigeria. KASU Journal of Health Professionals, 2023.Volume 1, Issue 2.
  • Ahmad, A., Ibrahim, A.H., Tukur, B.M., Kure, M. & Abdul M.A. Assessing the Quality of Contraceptive Counselling Services in some Selected Secondary Public Health Care Facilities of Zamfara State. LAUTECH Journal of Nursing, 2023. Volume 13.
  • Kure, M., Philip, F., Bashir, S., Abdul, H.M., Ahmad, A. & Muhammad, S. Skilled Worker Migration in Nigeria: way forward. KASU Journal of Health Professionals, 2023.Volume 2, (under review).

Skills

Research & Development90%
Teaching Excellence87%
Academic Leadership85%
Collaborative Learning & Supervision95%
Nursing Service97%