Desiree Kirkwood, Msn, Ccrn
About Desiree Kirkwood, Msn, Ccrn
Desiree Kirkwood, MSN, CCRN, is a clinical nurse with extensive experience in various roles at The MetroHealth System and Cleveland Clinic, as well as serving as a clinical instructor at Kent State University. She holds a Master's degree in Nursing and has specialized training in acute care nursing.
Work at The MetroHealth System
Desiree Kirkwood has been employed at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, as a Clinical Nurse (PRN) since 2010. Over her 14 years in this role, she has contributed to patient care and nursing practices within the organization. Her ongoing position reflects her commitment to providing clinical support as needed.
Current Roles at Cleveland Clinic
Desiree Kirkwood currently holds multiple positions at Cleveland Clinic. She has served as a House Officer since 2020, a role she has maintained for four years. Additionally, she is a Clinical Instructor at Kent State University since 2018, where she has been involved in educating nursing students. She also works as a Registered Nurse (PRN) on the Rapid Response Team, a position she has held since 2012.
Previous Experience at Cleveland Clinic
Prior to her current roles, Desiree Kirkwood held several positions at Cleveland Clinic. She worked as a Registered Nurse from 2008 to 2015, accumulating seven years of experience. She then advanced to Assistant Nurse Manager from 2015 to 2018, followed by a role as Nurse Manager from 2018 to 2020, where she managed nursing staff and operations.
Education and Expertise
Desiree Kirkwood has a strong educational background in nursing. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Ursuline College, completing her studies from 2003 to 2007. She then pursued a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on Nursing Leadership at Chamberlain University from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she obtained a Post-Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner from Ursuline College, completing this program from 2018 to 2020.