Cynthia Gail Plonien

Dr. Cynthia Gail Plonien is a Clinical Associate Professor and Director of the Doctorate Program in Nursing Practice at the University of Texas at Arlington's College of Nursing and Health Innovation. She holds a Doctorate in Nursing Administration from Texas Christian University and has extensive experience in healthcare leadership roles, including Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Nursing. Her research focuses on Health Information Technology, Neuroscience of Teaching & Learning, and Leadership in healthcare settings.

• Education: DNP (Texas Christian University, 2012), MSN (UT Arlington, 1984), BSN (UT Arlington, 1978)

Research interests include the impact of technology on nursing practices, leadership development, and global health initiatives. She has published widely on topics like cyber-security, healthcare informatics, and leadership resilience. Dr. Plonien leads the TONE/TNA HIT Research Team studying nurse experiences with electronic health records and is actively involved in professional committees such as the American Organization for Nurse Leaders Credentialing Center Steering Committee. She has received awards for service and leadership, including the CONHI Faculty Service Award (2024).