Alex McManus

Alex McManus is Assistant Professor of Nursing and Program Chair for the Undergraduate Nursing program at Mercy College of Health Sciences in Des Moines, Iowa. She has been with the institution since 2016 and is actively involved in nursing education and clinical instruction.

Education:

• MSN – Nurse Educator, Capella University
• BSN, Upper Iowa University
• ADN, Des Moines Area Community College

Her research and professional interests focus on nursing education, critical care, and clinical teaching methodologies. With over five years of experience in neuro/trauma/medical ICU and additional clinical roles in clinic and long-term care settings, she brings practical expertise into the academic environment. Her teaching includes courses such as Medical Surgical II and Capstone I Clinical.

She is certified as an Adult Acute/Critical Care Nurse (CCRN-K), and holds certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS). Her professional memberships include the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (since 2020) and the National League for Nursing (since 2016).

Scientific Awards:

• No awards listed.

Alex McManus advises nursing students and contributes to curriculum development as Program Chair. She has not disclosed any grant funding. She does not appear to be affiliated with any formal research lab or collaborative research team, though her role suggests leadership in clinical education and program administration.