Tonya Anderson

Tonya Anderson serves as a Clinical Associate Professor and Advanced Clinical Nursing Coordinator at the School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where she integrates clinical expertise with academic leadership in nursing education.

Her educational foundation includes:

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from Gardner-Webb University
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) from Gardner-Webb University
• Master of Science in Nursing Education from Gardner-Webb University
• Post-master’s certificate in Advanced Practice Nursing from University of South Carolina

Dr. Anderson's research critically addresses Type II Diabetes management strategies and systemic solutions to the Nursing Faculty Shortage, focusing on evidence-based interventions for chronic disease outcomes and sustainable models for nursing workforce development. Her clinical certifications directly inform her research-practice translation in high-acuity settings.

As a certified Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC), Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, and Certified Nurse Educator, she maintains active clinical practice specialties in Adult Critical Care Nursing and Family Practice, ensuring her academic work remains anchored in real-world healthcare challenges.