Professor Donna Castellani began her nursing career as an LPN 31 years ago.  She continued her education, receiving her ASN from Ocean County College, and her BSN, and MSN/Ed through Chamberlain College of nursing, where she is currently enrolled in their DNP program. Prior to becoming faculty with Chamberlain 's North Brunswick campus, Donna 's career background includes NICU, Pediatric rehab, and community home health as a visiting nurse.  She has been teaching for Chamberlain 's BSN program for 2 ½ years.  Donna lives in New Jersey -"down the shore".  She is married, with 2 daughters, and 3 grandchildren.  She enjoys spending time at the beach, riding bikes, walking her dog, and cooking.