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Dr. Paula Kensler

Director of the Exective Nurse Leader Doctor of Nursing Practice Program

Nurse New Orleans, LA Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
10 years at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport
Connections
764
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Paula Kensler is one of them.
  • 5,885 Nurses are based in LA (out of 17,046 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2 contacts at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in LA: $98,000 – $147,000 (median $114,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in LA: Ochsner Health System (242), Ochsner Health (169), Willis-Knighton Health System (127).
  • 5% of Nurses in LA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 64% of Nurses in LA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University Of New Orleans
2003
Loyola University New Orleans
Bachelors
1984
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Doctorates
2014
Loyola University New Orleans
2008
Skills
Nursing Hospitals Healthcare Critical Care Emr Inpatient Healthcare Management Healthcare Information Technology Icu Acute Care Patient Safety Clinical Research Physicians Epic Systems Ehr Cpoe Acls Physician Relations Pals Telemetry Cerner Meditech Medical/Surgical Bls Electronic Medical Record Inpatient Care Intensive Care Medical Surgical Basic Life Support Working With Physicians Advanced Cardiac Life Support Computerized Physician Order Entry Implementation And Evaluation Of The Hospital Str
About Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Professional Overview

Dr. Paula Kensler is a Director of the Exective Nurse Leader Doctor of Nursing Practice Program, currently affiliated with Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport, based in New Orleans, LA. As a nurse, Dr. Kensler contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in New Orleans, LA. They have been with Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport for 10 years. Dr. Kensler holds academic credentials, including Bachelors and Doctorates, from University Of New Orleans and Loyola University New Orleans. Core competencies include Nursing, Hospitals, Healthcare, Critical Care, Emr. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The New Orleans, LA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Paula Kensler located?
Dr. Paula Kensler is based in New Orleans, LA. They are currently affiliated with Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport.
What is Dr. Paula Kensler's specialty?
Dr. Paula Kensler specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Director of the Exective Nurse Leader Doctor of Nursing Practice Program.
Where does Dr. Paula Kensler currently work?
Dr. Paula Kensler currently works at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport. They have been there for 10 years.
What is Dr. Paula Kensler's educational background?
Dr. Paula Kensler attended University Of New Orleans and Loyola University New Orleans.
How do I contact Dr. Paula Kensler for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in LA?
Nurses in LA typically earn $98,000 to $147,000 annually, with a median of $114,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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