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Cheryl L Lacasse
Cheryl L Lacasse , PhD, RN, AOCNS
Clinical Professor, Nursing
Coordinator, RN-MSN Program
Director, Teaching / Learning Practice and Evaluation

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Nursing
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PO Box 210203Tucson, Arizona 85721
Education
- Ph.D. in Nursing, Nursing, University of Utah, 2017
- M.S., Nursing, Boston College, 1989
Licensure & Certifications
- Advanced Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation - Oncology Nursing Society, 2017
- Oncology Certified Nurse, Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation - Oncology Nursing Society, 1986
Awards
- Integrative Nurse Fellowship, University of Arizona College of Nursing, Summer 2020
- Finalist, Outstanding Poster, 52nd Annual Communicating Nursing Research Conference, Western Institute of Nursing, Spring 2019
- Center for University Educational Scholarship (CUES) Distinguished Fellow, University of Arizona, Spring 2018
- Honorable Mention for Outstanding Poster Presentation, American Association Colleges of Nursing, Spring 2018
- Excellence in Leadership, Beta Mu Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, Spring 2017
- Excellence in Teaching, The University of Arizona College of Nursing, Spring 2016
- Most Inspirational Mentor, Tucson Nurses Week Foundation, Spring 2016
- Advancing and Leading the Profession - Giving Excellence Meaning (GEM) Award, Nurse.com, Mountain West Region, Summer 2015
Teaching Interests
Active Learning, Virtual Simulation, Innovative Curriculum Development, Teaching/ Learning Outcomes Measures
Courses
Independent Study
NURS 599 (Spring 2021)Honors Thesis
NURS 498H (Fall 2020)
Independent Study
NURS 599 (Spring 2020)Practicum
NURS 694 (Fall 2019)Independent Study
NURS 599 (Fall 2019)Honors Thesis
NURS 498H (Fall 2019)
Independent Study
NURS 599 (Summer 2019)Practicum
NURS 694 (Spring 2019)Independent Study
NURS 599 (Spring 2019)Honors Thesis
NURS 498H (Spring 2019)Independent Study
NURS 599 (Fall 2018)Honors Thesis
NURS 498H (Fall 2018)
Healing Environs & Practices
NURS 653 (Summer 2018)Clinical Sys Leader Immersion
NURS 660 (Spring 2018)Clin Syst Leadership Imm
NURS 660B (Spring 2018)Healthcare Environ & Care Coor
NURS 545 (Spring 2018)Practicum
NURS 694 (Fall 2017)Clinical Sys Leader Immersion
NURS 660 (Fall 2017)Clin Syst Leadership Imm
NURS 660B (Fall 2017)Healing Environs & Practices
NURS 653 (Fall 2017)Independent Study
NURS 599 (Fall 2017)
Practicum
NURS 694 (Summer 2017)Clin Syst Leadership Imm
NURS 660B (Summer 2017)Clinical Sys Leader Immersion
NURS 660 (Summer 2017)Applied Stats for Evid Based
NURS 502 (Summer 2017)Clinical Sys Leader Immersion
NURS 660 (Spring 2017)Clin Syst Leadership Imm
NURS 660B (Spring 2017)Healing Environs & Practices
NURS 653 (Spring 2017)Honors Thesis
NURS 498H (Spring 2017)Clinical Sys Leader Immersion
NURS 660 (Fall 2016)Clin Syst Leadership Imm
NURS 660B (Fall 2016)
Clinical Sys Leader Immersion
NURS 660 (Summer 2016)Clin Syst Leadership Imm
NURS 660B (Summer 2016)Healing Environs & Practices
NURS 653 (Summer 2016)Practicum
NURS 694 (Spring 2016)Clinical Sys Leader Immersion
NURS 660 (Spring 2016)Clin Syst Leadership Imm
NURS 660B (Spring 2016)Honors Thesis
NURS 498H (Spring 2016)
Research Interests
Co-morbidity Burden, Symptom Burden, Cancer Survivorship, Healthy Aging
Chapters
- Lacasse, C. L., & Mueller, K. (2019). Integrative Nursing Management of Intestinal Disturbances. In Integrative Nursing, second edition(pp 240-257). New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Mueller, K. (2018). Integrative Nursing Management of Intestinal Disturbances. In Integrative Nursing, second edition(p. 22). Oxford, England: Oxford University Press.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2015). Age-related Challenges in Symptom Management. In A Guide to Oncology Symptom Management (2nd edition). Pittsburgh: Oncology Nursing Press.
Journals/Publications
- Crist, J. D., Liu, J., Shea, K. D., Peterson, R. L., Martin-Plank, L., Lacasse, C. L., May, J. T., Wyles, C. L., Williams, D. K., Slebodnik, M., Heasley, B. J., & Phillips, L. R. (2019). "Tipping point" concept analysis in the family caregiving context. Nursing Forum, 54(4), 582-592.
- Phillips, L. R., Heasley, B. J., Slebodnik, M. B., Williams, D. K., Wyles, C. L., May, J. L., Lacasse, C. L., Martin Plank, L. M., Peterson, R. L., Shea, K. D., & Crist, J. D. (2019). Tipping Point Concept Analysis in the Family Caregiving Context. Nursing Forum.
- Bristol, A. A., Crist, J. D., Phillips, L. R., Shea, K. D., & Lacasse, C. (2017). Family Caregivers' Experiences of Within-Hospital Handoffs for Older Adults in Acute Care. Journal of nursing care quality.
- Lacasse, C., & Lacasse, C. L. (2013). Developing nursing leaders for the future: achieving competency for transformational leadership. Oncology nursing forum, 40(5).
- Lacasse, C., & Lacasse, C. L. (2011). Polypharmacy and symptom management in older adults. Clinical journal of oncology nursing, 15(1).
- Lacasse, C., & Lacasse, C. L. (2008). Theory integration: comorbidity burden and symptom perception in older adults with cancer. Nursing science quarterly, 21(1).
- Lacasse, C., & Beck, S. L. (2007). Clinical assessment of symptom clusters. Seminars in oncology nursing, 23(2), 106-12.
Proceedings Publications
- Phillips, L. R., Liu, J., Beverly, H., Martin Plank, L. M., Lacasse, C. L., Rachel, P., Crist, J. D., & Shea, K. D. (2019, November). Symposium The Tipping Point Study, Digital Detection and Decision Support for Older Adults and Families. In Gerontological Society of America.
Presentations
- Lacasse, C. L., Martin-Plank, L., Heasley, B., & Phillips, L. (2019, November). The Significance of Identifying a Tipping Point. Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting. Austin, TX: Gerontological Society of America.
- Lacasse, C. L., Crist, J., Shea, K., Phillips, L., & Heasley, B. (2019, April). Identification of Tipping Points in Aging Populations: Concept Development. Western Institute of Nursing. San Diego, CA: Western Institute of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2019, April). Comorbidity and Symptom Measurement in Oncology Scale: Development and Pilot Results. Western Institute of Nursing. San Diego, CA: Western Institute of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2019, September). Graceful Aging in Nursing: Finding Joy and Fulfillment in Retirement. 2019 AzNA Centennial Celebration. Phoenix, AZ: Arizona Nurses Association.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2019, September). Comorbidity and Symptom Burden in Older Adults with Cancer. Advances in Aging Research Lecture Series. Tucson, AZ: Center on Aging - Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program; UA College of Medicine.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2019, January). Joy of Aging. Green Valley Nurses Group Meeting. Green Valley: Green Valley Nurses Group.
- Lacasse, C. L., Phillips, L., Heasley, B., Crist, J., Liu, J., & Martin-Plank, L. (2019, November). Creating a Portal Plus. Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting. Austin, TX: Gerontological Society of America.
- Lacasse, C. L., Crist, J., Phillips, L., & Lui, J. (2019, November). Lawton's Theory of Person-Environment Fit: A Framework for a Transdisciplinary Tipping Points Study. Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting. Austin, TX: Gerontological Society of America.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Walters, M. (2019, May). Mentoring Future Nurse Leaders: Leading Across Generations. 2019 Tucson Nurses Week Conference. Tucson, AZ: Tucson Nurses Week Foundation.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Silvers, C. (2019, February). Learning Leadership Skills in Quality and Safety: Interactive Application of Kimishibai Cards. AACN Master's Education Conference. Tampa, Florida: AACN.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Walters, M. R. (2018, May). Mentoring Future Nurse Leaders: Cultivating and Fostering Productive Relationships. Tucson Nurses Week Foundation Conference. Tucson, AZ: Tucson Nurses Week Foundation.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2018, October). Assessment and Evaluation: Superpowers or Mandatory Necessities?. Coaching and Academic Teaching Scholarship [CATS] meeting. UA College of Nursing: General Nursing and Health Education Division.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2018, November). RN-MSN Program Overview & Gerontology Nursing Emphasis. Nursing Faculty Exchange: University of Arizona and UNISON. Tucson, AZ: University of Arizona - College of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2018, Fall). Overview of Clinical Scholarship at UA - panel presentation. Faculty Learning Communities Kickoff meeting. University of Arizona: University of Arizona.
- Perez, L. J., & Lacasse, C. L. (2018, May). Nurse of the Future Competencies: Are You a Nurse of the Future or the Past?. Tucson Nurses Week Foundation. Ventana Canyon Tucson Arizona: Tucson Nurses Week Foundation.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Pool, N. (2017, March). Integrative Nursing: Implications for Nursing Practice. Webinar. Online: UA College of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Blumenfeld, K. (2017, April). Infusing Integrative Nursing Principles in to Leadership Education: Learning to Transform Care Environments. 2nd International Integrative Nursing Symposium. Tucson, AZ.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Walters, M. (2017, May). Mentoring Future Nursing Leaders: Developing Competency and Confidence. Showcase of Tucson Nurses Conference. Tucson, AZ: Tucson Nurses Week Foundation.
- Lacasse, C. L., Koithan, M. S., & Pool, N. (2016, 5/16). Foundations and Principles of Integrative Nursing. Tucson Nurses Week Foundation Showcase. Tucson, AZ: Tucson Nurses Week Foundation.
Poster Presentations
- Lacasse, C. L., & O'Connell, M. (2019, April). Virtual Clinical Supervision for Senior Nursing Preceptorship: A Feasibility Pilot. Western Institute of Nursing. San Diego, CA: Western Institute of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2019, February). Leadership Excellence Advising and Development Program: An Online Mentoring Program for Nurse Leaders of the Future. AACN Master's Education Conference. Miami, Florida: AACN.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Postal, M. (2019, April). Integrative Treatment of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting: A Best Practice Approach. Western Institute of Nursing. San Diego, CA: Western Institute of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L., Perez, L., & Pendleton, S. (2019, May). Treating Chronic Low Back Pain Without Opioids. Honors Pinnacle Engagement Expo. Tucson, AZ: University of Arizona.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2018, February). Transforming Care Environments Through Innovative Leadership Education. 2018 Master's Education Conference. Anaheim, CA: American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
- Marnell, N., Lacasse, C. L., & Trujillo, A. (2018, April). Innovative Leadership Development in a Baccalaureate Capstone Course. Western Institute of Nursing Conference. Spokane, WA: Western Institute of Nursing.
- Perez, L. J., & Lacasse, C. L. (2018, January). Innovative Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care for Baccalaureate Students. Elsevier Nursing Conference. Las Vegas, Nevada: Elsevier.
- Perez, L. J., & Lacasse, C. L. (2018, January). INNOVATIVE EDUCATION IN PALLIATIVE AND END-OF-LIFE CARE FOR BACCALAUREATE STUDENT. Elsevier Nursing Conference. Las Vegas, Nevada: Elsevier.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2017, April). Symptom Experience and Comorbidity in Older Cancer Survivors: A Critical Review. Western Institute of Nursing Annual Conference. Denver, CO: Western Institute of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L., Munson, M., & Spinx, E. (2017, April). Transforming Medical-Surgical Nursing Education by Infusing Principles and Practices of Integrative Care. 2nd International Integrative Nursing Symposium. Tucson, AZ.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2017, February). Clinical Systems Leadership Immersion: Best Practices in Online Education. 2017 Master’s Education Conference. Atlanta, GA: American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2017, April). Comorbidity and Symptom Measurement in Oncology Scale: Development and Testing. Arizona Geriatric Nurses Association Annual Conference. Tucson, AZ: Arizona Geriatric Nurses Association.
- Lacasse, C. L., & Fuentes, J. (2017, April). Preventing Compassion Fatigue in Pediatric Oncology Nurses: Best Practices. Western Institute of Nursing. Denver, CO: Western Institute of Nursing.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2017, May). Symptom Experience and Comorbidity in Older Cancer Survivors: A Critical Review. 2017 Nurses Week Poster Showcase. Tucson, AZ: College of Nursing Research and Scolarship Committee.
- Williams, D. K., & Lacasse, C. L. (2017, April). Mindfully Incorporating Principles of Integrative Nursing in Academic Population Health Courses. 2nd International Integrative Nursing Symposium. Tucson.
Others
- Lacasse, C. L., Murrain, V. E., Siwik, V. P., Tong, T. G., & Perez, L. J. (2018, July). Project Taking Charge. Nexus Summit 2018 Submission for Award.
- Lacasse, C. L. (2017, May). Comorbidity and Symptom Measurement in Oncology Scale: Development and Pilot Results in Older Adult Cancer Survivors.. Proquest Dissertation Abstracts. Proquest number: 10277663.