Pamela Swendseid
About Pamela Swendseid
Pamela Swendseid is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Assistant Instructor at the University of Colorado, where she mentors medical and nursing students. With over 20 years of experience in primary health care, she specializes in substance abuse and integrates this focus into her practice.
Work at University of Colorado
Pamela Swendseid has been employed at the University of Colorado since 2016, serving as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Assistant Instructor. In this role, she works at the Sheridan Health Services Community Clinic, where she provides clinical training and mentorship to third-year medical students, nurse practitioner students, and physician assistant students. Her responsibilities include overseeing hands-on training, ensuring students gain practical experience in a clinical setting.
Education and Expertise
Pamela Swendseid holds multiple degrees in nursing and counseling. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Registered Nursing from Montana State University-Bozeman, followed by a Master’s Degree in Rural Nursing with a Maternal/Child Focus from the same institution. She also achieved a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. Additionally, she completed a Post Masters Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate at Arizona State University. Her educational background supports her expertise in primary health care and mental health.
Background in Nursing
Pamela Swendseid has over 20 years of experience in primary health care. Her career began with a role as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Room at Shoshone Medical Center from 1990 to 1992. She then worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Gila Valley Clinic from 1995 to 1997 and later at Arizona Community Physicians from 2003 to 2012. This extensive background has equipped her with a strong foundation in managing acute and chronic medical conditions.
Special Interests and Skills
Pamela Swendseid has a special interest in substance abuse, which she integrates into her primary care practice. This focus allows her to address both physical and mental health issues among her patients. Additionally, she speaks conversational Spanish, which enhances her ability to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population, further improving patient care and outreach.