Dawn Heath DNP, MBA, MHA, RN 

Dawn has had a long career at Hackensack Meridian Health. In Dawn’s current position at Southern Ocean Medical Center, she is the Vice President of Nursing / Chief Nursing Officer.  She has held various positions at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, including Director of Patient Care Services, Nurse Manager, and Assistant Nurse Manager.   Dawn holds a Nursing Diploma from Ann May  School of Nursing, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington, a Master of Business Administration from Monmouth University, a Master of Healthcare Administration from Seton Hall University, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Monmouth University. 

Dawn received the Circle of Excellence Award in 2021 from the American Association of Critical Care Nursing in recognition of their significant contributions in the care of acutely and critically ill patients and their families.  Dawn completed the American Organization Nurse Executive Fellowship in 2022.