Charlotte H. Stephens

Charlotte H. Stephens serves as an Associate Professor in the Hunt School of Nursing at Gardner-Webb University. She maintains dual clinical credentials as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, integrating clinical expertise with academic instruction.

Her research focuses on dementia care and patient management, with particular emphasis on:

• Strategies for dementia care management and emotional support
• Geriatric nursing practices and protocols
• Family caregiver education and support systems
• Emergency department procedures for dementia patients
• Law enforcement collaboration in dementia-related incidents
• Early diagnosis and intervention approaches

Dr. Stephens recently presented at the International Dementia Conference in Sydney, Australia (September 2024), sharing insights from both her professional experience and personal journey caring for a parent with dementia. Her work emphasizes practical applications that improve patient outcomes across healthcare settings.

She has participated in panel discussions addressing de-escalation techniques for agitated dementia patients and developing effective partnerships between healthcare providers and family caregivers during challenging situations.