Phaedra Walker, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Education

• Doctor of Nursing Practice, Palm Beach Atlantic University
• MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, South University
• BSN, Cleveland State University
• Diploma in Nursing, Huron School of Nursing
• Bachelor of Science, Psychology, The Ohio State University

Background

Dr. Walker is a board-certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience in the nursing profession. Dr. Walker's diverse clinical background spans primary care, mental health, and substance use treatment, which shaped and inspired her transition into academia in 2017. Dr. Walker serves as the Executive Program Director at CTU, where she is able to integrate her passion for teaching with her commitment to healthcare, lifelong learning, and leadership. Dr. Walker remains deeply dedicated to advancing the nursing profession through education, mentorship, and the development of future nurse leaders.

Experience

• Colorado Technical University, Executive Program Director
• Colorado Technical University, Clinical Coordinator
• NOVA Southeastern University, Clinical Coordinator/Assistant Professor
• South University, MSN, Assistant Professor
• Keiser University, BSN, Nursing Faculty
• Futures Recovery Healthcare, Family Nurse Practitioner
• Privately Owned Medical Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
• Robinson Memorial Hospital, Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
• Cleveland Clinical Health System, SICU/MICU, Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse

Achievements/Organizations

• AANP, Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
• Nurse Practitioner Council of Palm Beach County
• Florida Nurses Association, Member
• American Nurse Association, Member
• Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
• National League of Nursing (NLN), Member

Nursing advice for success

An essential piece of advice for success in nursing is remembering self-care. Being your best self will allow for optimal learning and the best outcomes throughout your nursing journey. Having a support system, whether it is family, friends or new CTU colleagues, is paramount to your success.