Rady Children’s Hospital Welcomes New Nurse Practitioner

Summit Talent Group proudly announces Brittany Herring as the newest addition to the CTICU/Cardiology Department at Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego. A Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Brittany brings a wealth of experience and a passion for patient advocacy and palliative care to her new role.

Brittany’s professional experience at Children’s Health, Children’s Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, underscores her expertise in pediatric cardiology and acute care. She most recently served as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the CVICU Department, contributing to the care of patients with congenital and acquired heart disease, ECMO, VADs, and cardiac transplantation. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, she actively participated in various aspects of patient care and served as a preceptor to new hire APPs.

Her earlier roles include serving as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the Emergency Department, where she provided direct patient care in a Level I Trauma ED with approximately 100,000 visits per year. Additionally, Brittany has a background as a Staff Nurse in various pediatric units, including the CICU and Inpatient Cardiology, where she gained valuable experience in caring for patients with congenital heart defects, heart transplant, and VADs.

Beyond her clinical expertise, Brittany serves as a Palliative Care Champion. Her skills range from performing complex medical procedures to providing compassionate counseling for patients and families during end-of-life discussions.

Brittany’s educational journey reflects her commitment to excellence in pediatric healthcare. She earned a Post-Master’s Certificate in Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care from the University of Texas, Arlington, followed by a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care. Her academic achievements also include a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas, Austin.

Summit Talent Group is excited to welcome Brittany Herring to Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego, confident that her wealth of experience, passion for patient care, and dedication to continuous learning will contribute significantly to the hospital’s mission of providing exceptional pediatric healthcare.

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