Carolyn M. Scheese

Carolyn M. Scheese, DNP, MS, BSN

Academic Information

Departments Primary - Biomedical Informatics

Academic Office Information

carolyn.scheese@utah.edu

Dr. Carolyn Scheese, DNP, RN, CHSE, CPPS, CAPM, is an Associate Professor (Clinical) at the University of Utah College of Nursing with a joint appointment in the Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI). With over two decades of clinical experience in perioperative nursing, she has led transformative initiatives in nursing education and biomedical informatics with teaching and leadership roles in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Dr. Scheese has played a pivotal role in curriculum development, launching innovative programs such as a hospital based nationally accredited surgical technologist training program and redesigning the RN-to-BS curriculum, significantly improving enrollment and graduation rates. Her contributions to simulation-based education, interprofessional collaboration, and faculty mentoring reflect her commitment to fostering excellence in healthcare education.

Dr. Scheese is deeply invested in mentoring students and faculty, guiding them in curriculum development, project management, and instructional design. She is a Fellow in the Academy of Health Science Educators and has received awards for excellence in teaching and mentorship, including the Sigma Theta Tau Excellence in Mentorship Award and the Reed M. Gardner Award for Faculty Excellence. She actively contributes to faculty development through the Success Academy, supporting new educators in mastering best practices in pedagogy and online learning. Her scholarly work includes peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and contributions to the Certified Healthcare Simulation Education (CHSE) Review Manual. Her interests include human systems interaction, quality improvement, and patient safety. As an advocate for innovation in healthcare education, Dr. Scheese continues to integrate emerging technologies, such as Generative AI, into teaching and research to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals for an evolving digital landscape.

Education History

Undergraduate Weber State College
 ADN
Professional Nursing Weber State University
 BSN
Graduate Training University of Utah College of Nursing
 MS
Post Graduate Training University of Utah
 Postgraduate Certificate
Doctoral Training University of Utah College of Nursing
 DNP

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. Scheese, C.H. & Supiano, K.P (2013). Scheese, C.H. & Supiano, K.P. (2013). Learning from grief: Utilizing a simulation center for research. Nursing Management, 44(2), 32-37. ISSN: 0744-6314 PMID: 23348628. Nursing Management, 44(2), 32-37.
  2. Rhees, J. R., Scheese, C., Ward, D. E., Hollister, L., Blamires, T., Wilkins, D. G., & Madden, C (2015). Clinical practice simulation for blood transfusion reactions: An interprofessional approach. Clinical Laboratory Science, 28(4), 224-231.
  3. Sloss, E. A., McPherson, J. P., Beck, A. C., Guo, J-W., Scheese, C. H., Flake, N. R., Chalkidis, G., & Staes, C. J (2024). Sloss, E. A., McPherson, J. P., Beck, A. C., Guo, J-W., Scheese, C. H., Flake, N. R., Chalkidis, G., & Staes, C. J. (2024). Patient and caregiver perceptions of an interface design to communicate artificial intelligence-based prognosis for patients with advanced solid tumors. ASCO JCO Clinical Cancer Informatics. Vol 8. https://doi.org/10.1200/CCI.23.00187 . ASCO JCO Clinical Cancer Informatics, 8,
  4. Scheese, C.H (2023). Scheese, C.H. (2023). Coming full circle: A transplant nurse on why tissue donation matters: A son’s loss and the healing power of giving. American Journal of Nursing. (June 2023). 123(6). 64. DOI: 10.1097/01.NAJ.0000938760.53953.63 . American Journal of Nursing, 123(6), 64.
  5. Scheese, C.H., Nerges, J., Sneddon, C. S., & Morton, P. G (2023). Scheese, C.H., Nerges, J., Sneddon, C. S., & Morton, P. G. (2023). Strategies for transitioning from a clinical position to a faculty role. Journal of Professional Nursing. DOI: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2023.09.003. Journal of Professional Nursing, 49(6), 145-154.

Book Chapter

  1. Scheese, C.H (2018). Scheese, C.H. (2019). Operations and management of environment, personnel and non-personnel resources. [Chapter 22]. In Wilson, L. & Whittmann-Price, R. (Eds.), Certified healthcare simulation education (CHSE) review manual. 2nd ed (297-321). New York: Springer Publishing. 2nd Ed, 297-321.
  2. Scheese C (2014). Scheese, C.H. (2015). Operations and management of environment, personnel and non-personnel resources. [Chapter 21]. In Wilson, L. & Whittmann-Price, R. (Eds.), Certified healthcare simulation education (CHSE) review manual (269-292). New York: Springer Publishing. 269-292.
  3. Scheese, C.H (2024). Scheese, C.H. (2024). Operations and management of environment, personnel and non-personnel resources. [Chapter 22]. In Wilson, L. & Whittmann-Price, R. (Eds.), Certified healthcare simulation education (CHSE) review manual. 3rd (p.371-402). New York: Springer Publishing. 371-402.

Other

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