Kurt Sturmer, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, CNE
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Credentials
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Congress 2021 Oral Presenter
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of NursingJul, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
National League for NursingJan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
American Nurses Credentialing CenterOct, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
IRB Members
CITI Program, A Division of BRANYDec, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Biomedical Research
CITI Program, A Division of BRANYOct, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Clarke University
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Adjunct Faculty
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Aug 2023 - Present
Adjunct Faculty for DNP courses Adjunct Faculty for DNP courses
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UnityPoint Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner
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2013 - Present
Certified in NIOSH Approved Spirometry Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist Provide and Direct client care for in-house medical clinics covering approximately 5000 lives. Triage, care and treatment of injuries. Administer hearing, vision and lung function testing. Provide physicals for medical surveillance and return to work evaluations. Deliver health planning and immunizations. Provide emergency response, including patient care and directing first responders and security officers. Show less
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St. Ambrose University
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Associate Professor
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Aug 2015 - May 2023
Assistant Chair, Department of Nursing 2015-2018. Lead admission and progression committee in creating of admission standards and creation of testing policy. Instrumental in bringing technology into the classroom and academic environments with Evolve/ Elsevier, ExamSoft, enhanced Blackboard utilization, Pearson Smarthinking. Course Coordinator for Pharmacology and Pathophysiology 2015-present. Streamlined content and delivery to an interactive approach where pathophysiology and pharmacology are taught together over 2 semesters. New concept based curriculum aligned with nursing process courses. Courses taught: Pharmacology/Pathophysiology 1 & 2; Leadership and Contemporary Issues; Evidence Based Practice: Healthcare Sales Research Presentations: Sturmer, K. (July, 2021). Spirituality in Healthcare. Oral presentation at the International Congress 2021, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Virtual. Sturmer, K. (June, 2021). Spirituality in Healthcare. Poster presentation at the 7th Biennial Innovations in Faith-Based Nursing Conference. Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN. Sturmer, K. (September, 2021). Promoting the Expansion of Testing Modalities in Nursing. Oral presentation at American Nursing Association. Virtual. Sturmer, K. (October, 2019). Spirituality in Healthcare. Poster presentation at the Iowa Nurses Association, The Impact of Change in Nursing - Conference. Des Moines, IA. Sturmer, K. (October, 2019). Promoting the Expansion of Testing Modalities in Nursing. Poster presentation at the Iowa Nurses Association, The Impact of Change in Nursing - Conference. Des Moines, IA. Sturmer, K. (October, 2017). Using the Nursing Model for Advancement of Spirituality in Healthcare. Oral podium poster presentation at the 44th Biennial Convention of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing. Indianapolis, IN Numerous presentations within St. Ambrose University College of Health Science and Education Show less
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Clarke University
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
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Aug 2012 - Aug 2015
Earned Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP) degree. Clinical experiences included family medicine, cardiology, palliative care, and occupational health. Experience in learning and working in a hybrid environment. Earned Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP) degree. Clinical experiences included family medicine, cardiology, palliative care, and occupational health. Experience in learning and working in a hybrid environment.
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Concentra
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Center Operations Director
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2012 - 2013
Managed day to day operations across medical, physical therapy, and sales division for Moline, Illinois office. Created organizational efficiencies that reduced average new injury treatment time inside clinic. Produced staffing efficiencies, increased patient satisfaction and outcome goals through engagement of entire healthcare team. Managed day to day operations across medical, physical therapy, and sales division for Moline, Illinois office. Created organizational efficiencies that reduced average new injury treatment time inside clinic. Produced staffing efficiencies, increased patient satisfaction and outcome goals through engagement of entire healthcare team.
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AstraZeneca
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United Kingdom
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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District Sales Manager
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2003 - 2012
Provide inspirational leadership and strategic direction to twelve Pharmaceutical Sales Specialists in Eastern Iowa and Illinois. Achieved performance objectives through coaching, mentoring, and utilization of resources aligned with the organizational vision.
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Business Analyst
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2002 - 2004
Supported Regional and Area Sales Directors in developing and monitoring regional business objectives for entire AstraZeneca portfolio. Interpreted sales performance, identified performance gaps and recommended tactics via sales analysis. Provided training support designed to enhance center wide analytical skill development
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AstraZeneca
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United Kingdom
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM SALES SPECIALIST
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2000 - 2001
Generate sales revenues for Seroquel and Zomig franchises in Eastern Iowa. Developed ongoing synergistic relationships with largest accounts in Iowa resulting in consistently achieving top performer ranking in district and region for Seroquel. During time in field, increased Seroquel market and drove Seroquel to ‘fastest growing branded’ position. Selected into Chicago Regional Business Analyst Preceptorship program. Recruited to assist district with technology rollouts. Generate sales revenues for Seroquel and Zomig franchises in Eastern Iowa. Developed ongoing synergistic relationships with largest accounts in Iowa resulting in consistently achieving top performer ranking in district and region for Seroquel. During time in field, increased Seroquel market and drove Seroquel to ‘fastest growing branded’ position. Selected into Chicago Regional Business Analyst Preceptorship program. Recruited to assist district with technology rollouts.
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Speciality Sales
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1996 - 2000
Generate sales revenues for Desogen, Mircette, Remeron, Zemuron, and Vecuron. Generate sales revenues for Desogen, Mircette, Remeron, Zemuron, and Vecuron.
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Education
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2013 - 2015
Clarke University
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner -
1994 - 1997
Clarke College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.N.), Nursing -
1989 - 1994
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology, Chemistry
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