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Diana Llamas, M.S.N., RN, CNL

Assistant Professor; Simulations Operations Manager


Education

  • M.S.N., Clinical Nurse Leader, Saint Louis University, 2019
  • B.S.N., Saint Louis University, 2009
  • B.A., Saint Louis University, 2008

Research Interests

Llamas's areas of research are focused on promoting the wellbeing of the Hispanic community from young to older adults. She is specifically interested in improving health outcomes for Hispanics managing chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension, and exploring available resources to address health disparities in accessing preventative measures.

Publications and Media Placements

Honors and Awards

  • St. Louis Magazine Excellence in Nursing, Community Health – Finalist, 2025 
  • Trudy Busch Valentine Faculty Excellence Award, Saint Louis University, 2025
  • Daisy Award Nominee, Saint Louis University, 2025 
  • Trudy Busch Valentine Faculty Excellence Award, Saint Louis University, 2024
  • Spirit of the Billiken Mentor, Saint Louis University, 2022 

Professional Organizations and Associations

  • Alpha Sigma Nu, Jesuit Honor Society, 2025 - present
  • Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society, Delta Lambda Chapter,  2019 - present
  • National Association of Hispanic Nurses, 2022 - present
  • Midwest Nursing Research Society, 2019 - present