Kimberly Briggs Bsn, Rn
About Kimberly Briggs Bsn, Rn
Kimberly Briggs, BSN, RN, serves as the Nurse Director of Behavioral Health at Atlantic Health System, bringing over 30 years of experience in the field. She has held various leadership roles, including positions at Hampton Behavioral Health and Virtua Health, and has a strong background in integrated complex care.
Current Role at Atlantic Health System
Kimberly Briggs serves as the Nurse Director of Behavioral Health at Atlantic Health System since 2023. In this role, she oversees behavioral health services in Sussex County, New Jersey. Her responsibilities include leading initiatives to enhance patient care and implementing innovative solutions within the behavioral health framework.
Previous Experience in Behavioral Health
Prior to her current position, Kimberly Briggs held several roles in the behavioral health sector. She was the Nursing Director at Hampton Behavioral Health from 1994 to 2001 and later served as the Behavioral Health Program Manager at Virtua Health from 2016 to 2020. She also worked as the Director of Behavioral Health at Virtua Health from 2020 to 2023, where she focused on improving clinical outcomes and quality of care.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Kimberly Briggs earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and later achieved a Master's in Health Leadership from Western Governors University, completing her studies from 2020 to 2022. She also holds an Associate's degree in Nursing from Frankford Hospital School of Nursing and Penn State University, which she completed from 1985 to 1989.
Leadership in Integrated Care Initiatives
In addition to her directorial responsibilities, Kimberly chairs the Integrated Care Initiatives for the South Jersey Behavioral Health Innovations Collaborative (SJBHIC). This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to improve behavioral health services and promote integrated care models in the region.
Professional Experience Overview
With over 30 years of experience in behavioral health and collaborative complex care, Kimberly Briggs is recognized as an innovative leader and system solution designer. Her career includes significant roles at various health institutions, including the Institute of the Pennsylvania Hospital, where she worked as a Staff RN from 1989 to 1994.