Heather Manolas

Heather Manolas, DNP, RN, serves as Assistant Professor in Nursing at the Presbyterian School of Nursing, Queens University of Charlotte.

Education:

• Master of Science in Nursing Education, Walden University (2014)
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (Executive Leadership Focus), University of St. Augustine

Dr. Manolas brings extensive clinical experience from her 2007-start career as an associate degree nurse in General Surgery/Surgical Trauma and Emergency Room settings at an Orlando safety-net hospital. Her research centers on improving delirium detection and prevention protocols for Alzheimer's patients to reduce mortality and morbidity, reflecting her commitment to enhancing community healthcare quality through evidence-based practice. She uniquely integrates firsthand understanding of non-traditional student challenges, having earned advanced degrees while raising her son as a single parent during full-time work and study.

Her professional focus emphasizes nursing education innovation and executive leadership development within clinical settings.