Summary
Dr. Sandra Calderon is a PhD-prepared nurse, Family Nurse Practitioner, educator, researcher, and Army Veteran with clinical experience in emergency care, oncology, and Alzheimer’s disease research. She is an Assistant Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno Orvis School of Nursing, where her research focuses on dementia and cognitive screening, nursing workforce diversity, and nursing education. A dedicated educator, mentor, and nursing leader, Dr. Calderon is actively involved in the National Association of Hispanic Nurses and is committed to advancing nursing science, strengthening the nursing workforce, and improving outcomes for diverse and underserved communities.
Scholarly interests
- Dementia
- Dementia Screening
- Workforce Development
- Veteran Health Care
Publication
Fauer, A. J., Calderon, S., Vo, Q., Hernandez, M., Usher, A., Han, C. Y., Meyers, F. J., & Miglioretti, D. L. (2026). Acceptability of a practical geriatric assessment intervention with older adult cancer survivors and community health workers/promotoras: a qualitative investigation. Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer, 34(3), 236.
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Nursing, University of Nevada, Reno, 2012
- Master of Science, Family Nurse Practitioner, University of California, Davis, 2016
- Doctor of Philosophy, Nursing Science and Health Care Leadership, University of California, Davis, 2016