Monica Goldwater

Monica Goldwater has a diverse work experience spanning several healthcare organizations. Monica is currently working as the Chief Nursing Officer at Southern Cross Healthcare since May 2023. Prior to this role, they served as the Director of Perioperative Services at The University of Vermont Medical Center from February 2021 to March 2023. Before that, they held the position of Senior Director of Perioperative Services and Cardiac Cathlab at Vail Health from September 2017 to January 2021. Monica also has experience working as a Center Administrator & Regional Clinical Liason at United Surgical Partners International, Inc from April 2014 to September 2017, where they oversaw financial and clinical operations. In addition, they served as a Clinical Director at the same organization from February 2012 to April 2014, taking on responsibilities such as infection control facilitation, safety oversight, and risk management. Monica started their career as an Operating Room Nurse at Royston Hospital from May 2006 to October 2009, where they gained experience in general and orthopedic surgeries. Monica began their healthcare career as a Donation Coordinator at New England Organ from February 2003 to May 2006, focusing on organ donor events, education, and policy development.

Monica Goldwater pursued their education with a strong focus on professional growth and skill development. Beginning in 1999, they attended Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and successfully completed their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree in 2002. Monica's dedication to academic advancement continued in 2009 when they enrolled at Massey University, completing an Executive MBA program by 2011. Although the field of study for their MBA is not specified, it is evident that Monica sought to expand their expertise beyond their nursing background, bringing a diverse skill set to their professional endeavors.