About Me

Kimberly Strickland, DNP, FNP-C, is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in critical care and patient-centered medicine. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Gardner-Webb University and completed advanced clinical training in family medicine, pediatrics and cardiology.

Before becoming a nurse practitioner, Kimberly spent over 13 years as an ICU nurse, specializing primarily in Cardiothoracic Intensive Care (CTICU). Throughout her nursing career she was recognized for her compassion and excellence in patient care, earning a DAISY Award nomination and serving in multiple leadership roles.

Kimberly is passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while building meaningful relationships with her patients. She believes in treating the whole person, prioritizing patient education, preventative care and empowering individuals to take an active role in their health journey.

EDUCATION

• Undergraduate: University of North Carolina at Pembroke
• Graduate: Gardner-Webb University
• Internships: Caromont Heart & Vascular, Center for Family Medicine - Peachview, Atrium Internal Medicine and Piedmont Adult & Pediatric Medicine Associates 

Certifications

• American Association of Nurse Practitioners

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My Specialties

• Urgent Care
• Critical Care
• Acute Care

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My Publications

• "Enhancing Uncontrolled Hypertension Compliance and Self-Management in a Senior Center" Gardner-Webb University, Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects, 2026