Biography and education
Crystal Brewer, MSN, RN, is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas State University School of Nursing. Crystal earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing Education at Concordia University Texas. Her nursing experience includes emergency medicine, trauma, and critical care. Crystal is passionate about simulation and educating students in the clinical setting. As a U.S. Air Force veteran, she knows the importance of fostering morale and a sense of community while maintaining positive mental health and well-being. She strongly supports taking Mindfulness Moments and is known for the encouragement and support she provides to her students to help them succeed in the academic environment.
Degrees
Associate in Applied Science, Fire Science, Community College of the Air Force
Associate in Science, Medical Assisting, Keiser University
Bachelor of Science, Health Care Administration, Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Concordia University Texas
Master of Science, Nursing Education, Concordia University Texas
Degrees
Associate in Applied Science, Fire Science, Community College of the Air Force
Associate in Science, Medical Assisting, Keiser University
Bachelor of Science, Health Care Administration, Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Concordia University Texas
Master of Science, Nursing Education, Concordia University Texas
Research Interests
Featured grants
- Jillapalli, Regina (Principal), Wells, Brandy (Co-Principal), Brewer, Crystal Marie (Co-Principal). Explore Clinical Judgment Affecting Safe Medication Administration and Patient Safety, Texas State University Research Enhancement Program, Texas State University, $12662. (Submitted: October 2023, Funded: January 2024 - May 2025). Grant.

Featured scholarly/creative works
- Healthy Williamson County Coalition, & Brewer, C. M. (2023). 2023-2025 Williamson County Community Health Improvement Plan. Retrieved from https://www.healthywilliamsoncounty.org/tiles/index/display?id=282476247599194391&mc_cid=f32e81ecf8&mc_eid=342cf9ebc0
- Healthy Williamson County Coalition, & Brewer, C. M. (2023). 2022 Williamson County Community Health Assessment. Retrieved from https://www.healthywilliamsoncounty.org/tiles/index/display?id=282476247599194391&mc_cid=f32e81ecf8&mc_eid=342cf9ebc0
Featured awards
- Award / Honor Recipient: Faculty DAISY Award, Texas State University School of Nursing. May 2024
- Award / Honor Nominee: Faculty Excellence Award, College of Health Professions. April 2024 - May 2024
- Award / Honor Nominee: Faculty DAISY Award, Texas State University School of Nursing. 2023
- Award / Honor Nominee: Faculty Excellence Award, College of Health Professions. January 2025 - May 2025
- Award / Honor Recipient: Walk Across Texas, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension. March 1, 2024 - April 25, 2024

Featured service activities
- Other
American Heart Association
- Co-Chair
SON Chief Happiness Officer Committee
- Board of Directors
Healthy Williamson County Coalition and Advisory Board
- Member
American Association of Colleges of Nurses
- Member
National League for Nursing
- Officer
Texas Nurses Association