Theresa Bechtel

Dr. Theresa Bechtel is an Associate Professor of Instruction at the University of Iowa College of Nursing, where she has served as full-time faculty since 2016. Previously, she worked as an adjunct instructor while completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Allen College in 2020. Her career includes over 15 years of clinical experience as a staff nurse in adult inpatient units at UI Hospital & Clinics (UIHC).

• Education:
• DNP, Allen College (2020)
• MSN, University of Iowa College of Nursing (Year unspecified)
• BSN, Mercy Colleges of Health Sciences (Year unspecified)
• BA, University of Iowa (Year unspecified)

Her teaching focuses on First Year Seminars, simulation-based education, community health, and student mental wellness. She pioneered the Mental Wellness Toolbox initiative for nursing students as part of her DNP capstone. Dr. Bechtel holds certifications in Progressive Care Nursing (PCCN) and Nursing Education (CNE), reflecting her dual expertise in clinical practice and pedagogy.

Active in community service, she participates in the Medical Reserve Corps and engages in local health initiatives. Her professional interests bridge clinical practice, educational innovation, and holistic student support.