Thomas A Dombrowsky

[Thomas Albert Dombrowsky]

Clinical Associate Professor, Nursing-Undergrad

Last Updated: October 24, 2021

adthomas@uta.edu

about me

Research Interests

Functional status of older adults

Teaching Interests

Nursing Research Evidence Based Practice Assessment Gerontology

Biography

Thomas Dombrowsky was born in Oregon and grew up in Arizona. He began his nursing career in 1976, graduating from the Maricopa Technical Community College LPN program. In 1985 he graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington BSN program. He worked in a variety of medical surgical nursing positions as well as in long term care. He completed a one year fellowship in evidence based medicine sponsored by the Joanna Briggs Institute and by Texas Christian University. In 2011 he earned an MSN degree with a focus on nursing education from the University of Texas at Arlington. The following semester he began studies at the University of Texas at Arlington toward a PhD. He completed his PhD in Spring 2016. His main research interests are the functional status of older adults and the factors which affect functional status.

Education

- 2016 PhD in Nursing
  The University of Texas at Arlington
- 2011 MSN in Nursing
  The University of Texas at Arlington
- 1985 BSN in Nursing
  The University of Texas at Arlington

Licensure and Certifications

- In Progress Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nurse Examiners

Appointments

- Apr 2007 to Present Staff Nurse
  Oncology, Medical City Arlington (Arlington, TX, United States)

Awards and Honors

- Nov 2014 Ferne Kyba Endowed Fellowship sponsored by University of Texas at Arlington College of Nursing
- May 2011 Sigma Theta Tau Induction sponsored by Sigma Theta Tau
- Sep 2009 Joanna Briggs Institute Fellowship sponsored by Medical Center of Arlington
- May 2009 PBDS Coach of the Year sponsored by Medical Center of Arlington

Support & Funding

This data is entered manually by the author of the profile and may duplicate data in the Sponsored Projects section.

- Past to Present REU Site: Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Intelligent Environments for Healthy Living and Aging in Place sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) - $0
  (Not Funded)

Publications

In Process

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2019

Service-Learning and Clinical Nursing Education: A Delphi Inquiry
[Dombrowsky, Thomas, Gustafson, Kevin, Cauble, Denise]. The Journal of Nursing Education. 58(7), 381-391. Arlington. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.3928/01484834-20190614-02
https://www.healio.com/nursing/journals/jne/2019-7-58-7/%7B67340f72-9339-46d6-ad12-998a15c2420a%7D/service-learning-and-clinical-nursing-education-a-delphi-inquiry

2018

Near-infrared spectoroscopy detects age-related differences in skeletal muscle oxidative function: Promising implications for geroscience
[Chung, S, Rosenberry, R, Ryan, T.E., Munson, M, Dombrowsky, TA, Park, S, Nasirian, A, Haikowsky, M, Nelson, M.D.]. Physiological Reports. 6(3), Arlington. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/DOI:10.14814/phy2.13588
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2017

Isometric handgrip cardiography: A noninvasive stress test to assess left ventricular function
[Samuel, T.J., Beaudry, R., Haykowsky, M.J., Sarma, S., Park, S., Dombrowsky, TA, Bhella, P.S., Nelson, M.D.]. Clinical Cardiology. 40(12), 1237-1255. Arlington. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.1002/clc.22818

Preconceptions about the infection process among prenursing students
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Frye, L]. American Journal of Infection Control. 45(3), 330 - 332. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajic.2016.10.020

Relationship between engagement and functional status among older adults
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert]. Sage Open Medicine. 5 , 1 - 9. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/2050312117727998

2012

Continence and in continence: A concept analysis
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Gray, J]. Journal of Theory Construction and Testing. 16(2), 31 - 37.

Responding to verbal abuse. Nursing
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert]. Nursing (Year). 42(11), 58 thru 61. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/01.NURSE.0000421376.75122.4f

2011

Theories in Nursing
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert].
https://sites.google.com/site/theoriesinnursing/

End of life –Postmortem Care (SimMan Essential). Smart HospitalTM, University of Texas at
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Miles, G., Daniel, K.M., Cason, c, Jenkins, T.]. Arlington: "University of Texas At Arlington".
http://www.mysimcenter.com/Product/end-of-life-postmortem-care-sms4055.aspx

End of life –Postmortem Care (SimMan Classic). Smart HospitalTM
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Miles, G., Daniel, K.M., Cason, C., Jenkins, T.]. Arlington: "University of Texas At Arlington".
http://www.mysimcenter.com/Product/end-of-life-postmortem-care-sms4027.aspx

End of life –Postmortem Care (SP). Smart HospitalTM,
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Miles, G, Daniel, K.M., Cason, C., Jenkins, T.]. Arlington: "University of Texas".
http://www.mysimcenter.com/Product/end-of-life-postmortem-care-sms4058.aspx

End of life –Postmortem Care (Task Trainer). Smart HospitalTM
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Miles, G., Daniel, K.M., Cason, C., Jenkins, T.]. Arlington: "University of Texas At Arlington".
httphttp://www.mysimcenter.com/Product/end-of-life-postmortem-care-sms4027.aspx

End of life –Postmortem Care (SimMan 3G). Smart HospitalTM
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Miles, G., Daniel, K.M., Cason, C., Jenkins, T.]. Arlington: "University of Texas At Arlington".
http://www.mysimcenter.com/Product/end-of-life-postmortem-care-sms4056.aspx

1995

Journal Articles and Research Monographs
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert].

Unknown

Abstracts/Proceedings
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert] (1925).

Abstracts/Proceedings
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert] (1925).

Books and book chapters
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert] (1925).

Books and book chapters
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert] (1925).

Media/Software and Other Publications
[Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert] (1925).

Presentations

- July 2020
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, "Creative Escapes - Nutrition", CRTLE, Online. (July 22, 2020).
- February 2020
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, "Using Simulation in Teaching", UTA CRTLE, UTA. (February 25, 2020).
- February 2017
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, "Engagement with Activity and Functional Status among Older Adults", Dallas, Tx. (February 24, 2017).
- August 2016
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, "Engagement with Activity and Functional Status among Older Adults", Lewisville, Tx. (August 19, 2016).
- April 2016
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, "Preconceptions about the Infection Process among Pre-Nursing Students: Phase II". (April 25, 2016).
- November 2015
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, "Preconceptions about the Infection Process among Pre-Nursing Students: Phase II". (November 16, 2015).
- April 2015
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Priddy, K., "Preconceptions about the Infection Process among Pre-Nursing Students. Poster presentation at the CIRTL Forum ", College Station, Tx. (April 13, 2015).
- September 2014
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, " The Gerontology Journal Club ", Arlington, Texas. (September 12, 2014).
- October 2012
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Sahin, Ergun, Depinho, Ronald, "Linking functional decline of telomeres", Arlington, Texas. (October 19, 2012).
- March 2012
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, Sahin, E, Depinho, R.A., "Linking functional decline of telomeres, mitochondria, and stem cells during aging.". (March 25, 2012).
- February 2012
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, "The Nursing Urinary Continence Pathway. Poster presented at the Metroplex Day Annual Conference on Research Opportunities", Arlington, Texas. (February 1, 2012).
- September 2011
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, " Responding to Verbal Abuse", Arlington, Texas. (September 28, 2011).
- September 2010
  Dombrowsky, ThomasAlbert, "Urinary Continence Pathway", Ft. Worth, TX. (September 22, 2010).

Courses

Service to the University

- Oct 2020 to Present Chair elect
  
  Clinical Promotion Committee
  This committee evaluates faculty candidates for promotion on the clinical track.
- June 2020 to Present Committee Member
  
  Faculty Issues and Challenges
  Attend committees and represent the CONHI on the committee.
- Apr 2019 to Present Committee Member
  
  CIRTL Steering Committee
  Review and advise on programming for the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL)
- Jan 2019 to Present Instructor
  
  BLS classes
  Assist in teaching Basic Life Support classes in conjunction with the Arlington Student Nurses Association (ANSA)
- Sept 2018 to Present Committee Chair
  
  Faculty Issues Committee
  Plan and lead committee meetings, oversee subcommittees, interface with CONHI leadership
- Sept 2016 to Present Committee Member
  
  Faculty Issues Committee
  I am responsible for attending monthly meetings, and helping the other members at committee sponsored events. I manage the college's faculty travel fund and perform other duties as requested by the chair person.
- Sept 2016 to Present Faculty Advisor
  
  Male Student Nurses Association
  In this position I mentor the student leaders of the organization. I assure that UTA policies are followed. I also provide year to year continuity. I supervise student volunteers at service events.
- Aug 2016 to Present Committee Member
  
  Committee on Committees
  Identifying faculty members to nominate for university committees, ascertaining their willingness, and recommending them

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