Julie Benz’s philosophy of teaching was to meet the student where they are and help them grow into a practicing nursing professional. Believing that clinical practice is the best highway to developing clinical judgment, she used patient stories and cases to offer content and interventions to students. The volume of content that needs to be mastered for nursing practice is immense. Learned over time, the student develops their own sense of professionalism and excellence. The Jesuit value which is always at the forefront is Magis. This implies the students may want more, the faculty can offer more, and the patients will deserve more from the caregivers. More is not only quantity but, more is quality, more also pushes the boundaries to new and better outcomes. Her clinical passion has been in the care of heart attack patients and those needing resuscitation. Her clinical work involved weaving the practices of many disciplines and worked to coordinate the most effective, efficient care delivery for those at the worst time in their lives. Having always worked as a critical care nurse, she understands how fragile life can be, and the difference a great nurse will make for each patient. Regis University helps students become great nurses and she is very proud of her contribution to that effort.
