Nancy Jo Bush

Nancy Jo Bush is a Clinical Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Her work focuses on psychosocial and psychoeducational needs in oncology nursing, addressing depression, anxiety, cancer survivorship, and compassion fatigue. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and has contributed extensively to psychosocial nursing care frameworks.

• Bachelor's of Nursing, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
• Master's of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles
• Master's of Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University
• Doctor of Nursing Practice, California State University

Her research emphasizes mental health challenges in oncology patients and caregivers, including post-traumatic stress syndrome, distress screening, and cancer survivorship support systems. She has developed resources for managing anxiety, depression, and compassion fatigue in both patients and healthcare professionals.

Bush's recent publications focus on psychosocial oncology, stress management, and nursing education. Her work spans clinical practice, academic teaching, and psychosocial intervention frameworks.

• Fellow of American Academy of Nursing
• Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse, Oncology Nursing Society
• Mary Nowotny Excellence in Cancer Nursing Education Award