About the Author
Gladys Jusino
Dr. Gladys N. Jusino Leon, DNP, MSN, RN, CMSRN, GERO-BC, is an accomplished nurse, educator, and author with more than three decades of experience in healthcare. Her career has spanned medical-surgical nursing, geriatric and dementia care, and mentorship of future nurses. Known for blending clinical knowledge with compassion, she has dedicated her life to advancing both patient care and the nursing profession.
With a Doctor of Nursing Practice and multiple specialty certifications, Dr. Jusino Leon has served as a trusted voice in healthcare education. Her teaching style makes complex concepts clear and practical, empowering both students and seasoned professionals to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care.
In addition to her work at the bedside and in the classroom, Dr. Jusino Leon is a published author whose writings reflect both her professional expertise and her faith-centered approach to service. Her books include Medical-Surgical: Quality in Patient Care, Los Cuidadores: Asistentes de Enfermería and Coffee Break in a 12-Hour Shift. Each resource is designed to inspire confidence, sharpen skills, and highlight the vital role of empathy in nursing practice.
Beyond professional texts, she has also written devotionals that provide spiritual encouragement to healthcare workers, reminding them to find strength and renewal in God’s presence during the most demanding shifts.
Through her lifelong commitment to nursing, teaching, and writing, Dr. Jusino Leon continues to inspire healthcare professionals to see their work not only as a science but also as a ministry of healing and hope.