Shelby Cuthrell

Background

About Shelby Cuthrell

I’m a Board-Certified Adult Acute Care/Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner with a Master’s degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch and over 9 years of experience in surgical services, clinical practice, and patient-centered care. With a strong foundation in both hospital and outpatient settings, I bring a well-rounded perspective to acute and perioperative care — always grounded in compassion, safety, and operational excellence.My clinical background spans a wide range of surgical specialties, including Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Plastic Surgery, Women’s Health (GYN & Urogynecology), and Pain Management. I’ve served in key roles across the perioperative spectrum — from RN circulator to PACU nurse, and now as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner — giving me a 360-degree view of the surgical patient journey.I’ve led and supported efforts to streamline OR workflows, reduce turnover time, and improve communication among interdisciplinary teams — all while keeping patient safety and experience at the forefront. I’m fluent in Epic and eClinicalWorks (eCW) EMR systems, with a deep understanding of both provider and nursing workflows, and a strong grasp of clinical documentation best practices.Known for my collaborative leadership style and emotional intelligence, I build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization — from front-line staff to physicians and executive leaders. I bring a growth mindset, strong clinical judgment, and a passion for mentoring, improving systems, and delivering the highest standards of care.Let’s connect if you're interested in transforming perioperative services, enhancing patient outcomes, or building innovative care models through collaboration and clinical leadership.