Her program of research focuses on quality and patient safety in particular the influence of different types of sedation providers on adverse events during pediatric sedation. Her research also examines the current state of nursing sedation regulation in the United States and provides evidence to support changes in current regulatory practices. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing has recognized her work; awarding her the 2013 Excellence in Advancing Nursing Science Award. She is most recently the recipient of the 2014 Excellence in Research Award from the Tau Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau.