Tonya Shehata

Tonya Shehata, MSN, RN, is an Assistant Professor at Mercy College of Health Sciences since 2021, specializing in Nursing education and clinical practice. Her research focuses on vulnerable communities, disease prevention, and chronic disease self-management (CHF).

• Education: Master of Science in Nursing (Capella University, 2020), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2015), Associate Degree in Nursing (North Iowa Area Community College, 2009)
• Certifications: PALS, ACLS
• Courses Taught: NUA 333, NUA 361, NUA 363, NUA 423, NUR 265, NUR 340, NUR 390

With 9 years as a Cardiac Nurse in acute care and clinic settings, and 6 years as a Pediatric Nurse at Mercy Hospital, Shehata emphasizes holistic patient care, stating: "As a nurse we have the opportunity to heal the mind, soul, heart, and body of our patients. They may forget your name, but they will never forget how you made them feel."