Cynthia Linkes, DNP, MSN-CNS, RN, CPHQ, CCM
Assistant Professor/Clinical
Versatile health care senior leader and experienced clinician with years of experience in a variety of health care setting including inpatient, ambulatory, military, and managed health care. Proven abilities as an administrator and educator to collaborate and lead diverse teams in educational endeavors and process improvement initiatives at the local, state, and federal levels. Quality improvement (QI) leader and collaborator within managed health care, oncology and psychiatric services, and population health and community wellness. Life-long learner striving to continuously expand understanding of leadership, QI, and mental health practices. Servant leader supporting others, providing resource to help them reach their full potential. Astute organizational professional providing ideation, design, and innovation to promote process improvements to streamline work, increase efficiency, and enhance safe health care practices. Thrives in a challenging, fast-paced work environment effectively managing multiple projects and priorities. A diplomatic professional who improves systems and is committed to student and employee welfare. Displays strong interpersonal skills and successfully collaborates with people from diverse backgrounds. Displays a high level of integrity when handling sensitive situations and confidential information.
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Professional Background
Education
- 2019 - Doctor in Nursing Practice - Executive Administrative Management - UTHSCSA
- 1986 - Master of Science in Nursing - Dual Focus-Psychiatric Nursing and Nursing Administration - University of Texas, Austin
- 1983 - Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - University of Illinois Medical Center
Highlights
Licensures and Certifications
- Registered Nurse (Texas)
- National Association for HealthCare Quality
- Case Management Society of America
Honors and Awards
- 2023 ACUE: Awarded “Designing Learner-Centered & Equitable Courses” Badge
- 2022, Best 25 Nurses of South-Central TX (nomination)
- 2021, San Antonio Psychiatric Nurses Association Impact Award: Leadership & Mgmt
- 2021, Quality Matters: Awarded QM Rubric Badge
Appointments
- 2020 - Assistant Professor/Clinical - UT Health San Antonio, School of Nursing
- 2015 - Adjunct Assistant Professor - UT Health San Antonio, School of Nursing
- 1990 - Flight Nurse Instructor and Evaluator - United States Air Force Reserves (USAFR), 433d AES and Individual Mobilization Augmentee to AF Inspector General’s Office and Medical Operations Agency
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- Instruction & Training
- Clinical
- Service
- Publications