Biography
Beeler, a Clinical Associate Professor and ABSN Track Chair, began her nursing career by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from East Tennessee State University. She continued her education at the same institution, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and later earned a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a concentration in Nursing Administration from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Beeler’s leadership experience includes serving as a unit manager and director in acute care settings across two hospitals within a large healthcare system. She also holds a Post-Master’s Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Beeler furthered her education by earning a PhD in Educational Psychology and Research with a focus on Adult Learning from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. With extensive experience in adult health and critical care nursing, she has dedicated over 12 years to undergraduate nursing education. As the current Accelerated BSN Chair, she actively teaches throughout the ABSN curriculum.
Beeler is passionate about bridging the gap between academia and clinical practice, leading initiatives in both classroom and clinical innovation. She is a board-certified Medical-Surgical Nurse and a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator. Her research interests include self-directed learning, resilience, emotional intelligence, and strategies to combat nursing burnout.
Known for her commitment to teaching excellence, Beeler is deeply dedicated to fostering student potential and advancing the field of nursing education.