Lisa D. Beasley, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, AFN-C

Dr. Lisa Beasley joined the University of Tennessee (UT) Health Science Center College of Nursing faculty in September 2020 as an Assistant Professor. Prior to joining the UT faculty, she was Director of Clinical Education and a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Memphis Loewenberg College of Nursing. During her career as a nurse educator, Dr. Beasley has enjoyed teaching both undergraduate and graduate nursing students.

Dr. Beasley earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree in 2005 and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a concentration as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in 2010 at the University of Memphis Loewenberg School of Nursing. In 2015, she completed a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at the University of Alabama Capstone College of Nursing. Most recently, Dr. Beasley completed a post-master's in forensic nursing at the UTHSC College of Nursing. As a family nurse practitioner, Dr. Beasley has practiced in primary care, pain management, and palliative care. She is currently part of the faculty practice plan and practices at the Wilder Youth Development Center in Somerville providing primary care and forensic nursing care to delinquent male youth ages 14-18. Dr. Beasley’s focus has been to serve marginalized and rural communities in her practice. She works on projects that improve health outcomes for those who may experience barriers to receiving quality health care and strives to involve nursing students in these projects.

Dr. Beasley is the inaugural Director of the Center for Community and Global Partnerships collaborating with Dr. Sara Day to set strategy for the center and lead efforts with community partners, as well as leading our Nursing Continuing Professional Development Unit.

Dr. Beasley works diligently to advance policy affecting the practice of professional nursing and policy to ensure Tennesseans have access to quality healthcare. She is an active member of many professional organizations. Before becoming a nurse, Dr. Beasley had an enjoyable 18-year career in the radio industry and is currently the host and producer of the podcast, "That's Healthful" focusing on issues affecting rural and vulnerable populations, and “Nurses Unboxed” which showcases the unique work of nurses.