Cindy Beckett

Dr. Cindy Beckett is an evidence-based practice (EBP) expert who leans on her 40+ years of nursing experience to educate, mentor and support nursing and healthcare professionals in EBP integration, research, perinatal substance abuse, population health and policy. Her work as a mentor and advocate at the local, state, national and global levels has focused on improving the health and well-being of patients, families, healthcare providers and communities.

Dr. Beckett taught and mentored Doctor of Nursing Practice students in the knowledge, skills and strategies to support initiatives in EBP and evidence-based quality improvement. She also provided oversight for all aspects of EBP certification and credentialing and promotes integration of EBP into practice and curricula.

Dr. Beckett received her BSN from the University of Texas at Arlington, MS in nursing with a focus on education from San Jose State University, PhD in nursing research focusing on rural and underserved populations from the University of Arizona and her post-doctoral educational certificate in evidence-based practice from Arizona State University.