Shara Fisher
Harker Heights
Summary
Healthcare professional with 19 years of nursing experience, including expertise as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Published author and presenter at national and international conferences. Demonstrated leadership in outpatient healthcare facilities and experience teaching doctoral-level students. Recognized as a subject matter expert in operational medicine and competency-based education.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
Monroe Health Clinic
Fort Hood
09.2025 - Current
- Provides direct medical care in a primary care clinic serving over 3,000 active-duty patients.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care strategies.
- Educates patients on preventive health practices and lifestyle modifications.
- Prescribes medications and monitors patient responses to treatments.
- Maintains accurate electronic health records, documenting patient interactions.
- Mentors nursing staff, offering guidance in clinical practices.
- Conducts thorough health assessments to evaluate patient needs.
- Evaluates peer performance and provided constructive feedback on clinical practices.
Assistant Clinical Professor
Uniformed Services University
Fort Hood
09.2021 - 09.2025
- Created curriculum materials for diverse DNP courses for over 22 graduate nursing students in varying stages of training.
- Core faculty for six semesters of graduate education courses.
- Facilitated interactive workshops and interprofessional learning opportunities for nursing residents, along side both medical and psychiatric residents.
- Mentored students in clinical skills and professional development to foster growth.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback sessions, ensuring accountability.
- Contributed to six research projects that advanced knowledge in clinical practice.
DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Carl R. Darnall Medical Center
Fort Hood
09.2021 - 09.2025
- Mentored and coached 10 students to achieve graduation as Advanced Practice R.N.s.
- Coordinated clinical education placements for both military and civilian Family NP, Women's Health NP, and Psych Mental Health NP students across various clinics over 20 APRNs annually.
- Oversaw readiness of over 500 CRDAMC soldiers in role as Troop Command Surgeon.
- Managed Transition to Practice Program for 10 direct-commission nursing officers, facilitating clinical rotations and mentorship.
- Ensured accurate enrollment and placement coordination for families with complex medical and education needs as Assistant Medical Director of Exceptional Family Member Program.
- Provided direct outpatient care at multiple soldier and community-based clinics across the CRDAMC footprint.
Operations Director, Healthcare Services
US Army Health Clinic
Kaiserslautern
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Directed operations of the Army Health Clinic, serving over 4,000 beneficiaries in operations across Europe.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations to maintain operational standards.
- Optimized patient care by managing staffing schedules effectively.
- Developed training programs enhancing staff skills and service delivery.
- Implemented quality assurance measures, maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Led strategic planning sessions to align clinic goals with community needs.
- Continued to provide direct patient care to soldiers and family members to maintain skills.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Killeen Medical Home
Fort Hood
05.2016 - 07.2019
- Delivered comprehensive primary care to over 8,000 diverse patients, including adults and children.
- Diagnosed and treated acute and chronic illnesses while managing patient treatment plans.
- Promoted health and disease prevention through targeted education and individualized counseling.
- Ordered, interpreted, and followed up on diagnostic tests to ensure quality of care.
- Conducted telephone triage to address immediate patient needs and provide guidance.
- Collaborated with physicians and specialists to manage complex cases and facilitate referrals.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Benicaso Birthing Center
Vicenza
10.2010 - 01.2013
- Monitored vital signs and assisted with labor progression during deliveries.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families throughout labor and delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and managed pain relief techniques for patients in labor.
- Educated patients about preoperative and postoperative care requirements.
- Responded to emergency situations based on nursing standards and patient priority.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills when communicating with physicians, staff members, and patients.
- Pioneered in the development of policies related to circulating nurse duties and skin to skin care of newborn in the operating room.
Education
Health Profession Education Certificate - Health Education
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD12-2025
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX05.2006
Skills
- Clinical expertise in primary care
- Perform basic primary care and women's health procedures
- Leadership in clinical mentorship
- Healthcare simulation proficiency
- Teaching and presentation skills
- Operational leadership in healthcare adminstation
- Microsoft Office and Windows proficiency
- AI tools and productivity expertise
- Certifications: SAMFE, DiMM, BLS, ACLS, PALS
- Mentorship and coaching
- Health promotion
- Patient education
- Licensed to practice in Texas
Certification
Certifications:
Health Professions Education Certificate
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Basic Life Support, Advanced Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Diploma of Mountain Medicine
Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiner
Licensure:
Texas Advanced Practice RN AP140701
Texas Registered Nurse 728547
Health Professions Education Certificate
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Basic Life Support, Advanced Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Diploma of Mountain Medicine
Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiner
Licensure:
Texas Advanced Practice RN AP140701
Texas Registered Nurse 728547
Accomplishments
December 2025: Top Presentation Award at International Conference, Yokohama, Japan: Beyond the Golden Hour: Critical Skills for Large Scale Combat Casualty Care, Podium Presentation, Indo-Pacific Military Health Exchange.
Timeline
FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
Monroe Health Clinic
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Clinical Professor
Uniformed Services University
09.2021 - 09.2025
DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Carl R. Darnall Medical Center
09.2021 - 09.2025
Operations Director, Healthcare Services
US Army Health Clinic
07.2019 - 06.2021
Family Nurse Practitioner
Killeen Medical Home
05.2016 - 07.2019
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Benicaso Birthing Center
10.2010 - 01.2013
Health Profession Education Certificate - Health Education
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Medical Branch