After 16 years working in the ICU, Kelly chose to work in sleep medicine so she could focus on preventing health issues. She believes good sleep is the basic building block for good health. In addition to two years of experience working in pulmonary and sleep medicine, Kelly has 30 years of nursing experience.

Kelly’s favorite part of her job is meeting new people and learning their life story. She loves being able to help people feel better by getting good sleep. She also enjoys helping people overcome their fears of trying a CPAP machine.

Kelly is a recent Portland transplant, having just moved here from Southern Oregon. She is looking forward to learning the area and trying new restaurants. Outside of work, Kelly enjoys hiking, baking, quilting, theater, a good book, and spending time with her family.

Volunteer Activities

CPR Anytime Training (Hands Only) In Jackson County Middle Schools, 2012

Stroke Education on Prevention and Early Detection to Jackson County Residents, 2010-2011

Camp Nurse for Youth and/or Family Camps, 2000-2010

Co-Leader, Cub Scout Den, 1994-1997

Jackson County High School Career Day, 2005

Co-Leader of Girl Scout Troop, 1996-2003

Crater High School Student Mentor Program, 1996-1997

Other Activities

Member, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), 2004-Present

Member, Oregon Nurses Association, 2009-Present

Member, American Nurses Association, 2009-Present

EDUCATION & TRAINING

MSN, Graceland University, Independence, MO, 2016

ADN, Southern Oregon University, Ashland, OR, 1982

LEADERSHIP

President, Pacific Crest Regional Chapter, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, 2011-2013

President-Elect, Pacific Crest Regional Chapter, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, 2009-2011

HONORS

Nurse of Year, Providence Medford Medical Center, 2013

AACN Circle of Excellence Award in Chapter Collaboration, 2011

AACN Circle of Excellence Award in Chapter Community Education and Public Service, 2011

Providence Teamworks Award, 2006