Darby Faubion, RN, BSN, MBA
Editor-in-Chief | NursingProcess.org
Nurse, Educator and Editor
Darby Faubion is a nurse, educator, healthcare writer, and editorial leader with nearly three decades of experience spanning clinical practice, nursing education, curriculum development, and student mentorship. As Editor-in-Chief of NursingProcess.org, she draws on her extensive healthcare and academic background to guide the development of informative, accessible content that helps prospective nursing students explore educational pathways, compare nursing programs, and make informed decisions about their professional futures.
Nearly 30 Years in Nursing Care and Education
Darby’s career includes broad clinical, educational, and administrative experience. Over nearly 30 years in healthcare, she has provided patient care in diverse healthcare settings in specialties, including pediatrics, mental health and behavioral disorders, addiction treatment, geriatrics, wound management, and communicable diseases.
In addition to her clinical work, Darby has taught nursing and allied health courses at community college and university levels. She has contributed to dual-enrollment and allied health curriculum development, mentored students, and helped nursing graduates prepare for licensure through NCLEX preparation and test-taking strategies. Her previous leadership roles include bereavement counselor and coordinator, pediatric nurse, hospice intake coordinator and director, and allied health faculty.
Leading NursingProcess.org’s Editorial Work
Darby has served as Lead Nurse Writer at NursingProcess.org for the past six years, developing educational resources for aspiring nurses, practicing clinicians, and nursing educators. In her role as Editor-in-Chief, she brings this experience to the oversight of editorial content, nursing program research, rankings, institutional outreach, and professional interviews.
Her work focuses on presenting nursing education information clearly and responsibly, helping readers understand program options, admission considerations, career pathways, and opportunities for professional advancement. She also serves as an academic liaison, building relationships with colleges and universities nationwide to support communication and the exchange of information about nursing education.
Working With Nursing Schools and Programs
Darby’s editorial work includes nursing program guides, career resources, clinical insights, student success strategies, and evidence-based educational articles. She combines her healthcare background with her teaching experience to make complex subjects understandable to a broad audience.
Her approach emphasizes accuracy, clarity, and practical value. Researching nursing programs and communicating with academic institutions are important parts of her work, helping readers access relevant information as they evaluate educational opportunities. Through institutional outreach, she supports efforts to gather program information and strengthen connections between NursingProcess.org and the colleges and universities serving future nurses.
Education and Credentials
Darby’s academic preparation combines nursing education with business and leadership knowledge.
- Associate Degree in NursingAlcorn State University
- Bachelor of Science in NursingExcelsior University
- Master of Business AdministrationCapella University
This combination of clinical training, teaching experience, and business education informs her understanding of healthcare delivery, academic preparation, and the professional challenges facing nurses.
Life on the Homestead
Outside of her work in nursing education and healthcare writing, Darby enjoys life on her small homestead, where raising animals and tending a seasonal garden reflect her commitment to family, community, and self-sufficiency. From caring for livestock to growing fresh, seasonal produce, she embraces practical, hands-on ways to make wholesome, organically grown food options more accessible to her family and community.
Darby is also passionate about preserving traditional agricultural skills and helping the next generation develop an appreciation for farming, animal husbandry, and food sustainability. She supports local youth agricultural organizations by sharing her knowledge with students. Her educational efforts extend beyond animal care to include responsible livestock processing and traditional food-preservation methods that help young people better understand where their food comes from and how it can be safely prepared and preserved.
For Darby, homesteading is more than a hobby. It is an opportunity to teach practical skills, encourage responsibility, strengthen community connections, and keep valuable agricultural traditions alive. These experiences complement her professional work in education and advocacy, reflecting her belief that knowledge is most meaningful when it empowers people and benefits the communities around them.
Why Darby Does This Work
Darby believes that accessible, reliable information can help people take meaningful steps toward their educational and professional goals. At NursingProcess.org, she combines clinical insight, academic experience, and a commitment to clear communication to help prospective students navigate nursing education, support practicing professionals, and contribute to the development of the next generation of healthcare professionals.