About Me
Professional Background
Masters of Science, Nursing, University of Rochester May 2006
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, University of Rochester May 2000
Associate of Science, Nursing, Monroe Community College May 1991
Diploma, Nursing, Rochester School of Practical Nursing December 1980
PROF...
Masters of Science, Nursing, University of Rochester May 2006
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, University of Rochester May 2000
Associate of Science, Nursing, Monroe Community College May 1991
Diploma, Nursing, Rochester School of Practical Nursing December 1980
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT
Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
Rheumatology, Immunology Nurse Practitioner 2012 – current
Lead Nurse Practitioner, Department of Transplant Surgery 2008 - 2012
Transplant Nurse Practitioner 2006 - 2012
The Highlands Living Center, Pittsford NY 2007-2014
Nursing Supervisor
Liver Transplant Coordinator, Team Leader 2000-2006
Level III Registered Nurse, Dialysis 1998-2000
The Genesee Hospital, Rochester, NY
Registered Nurse, Dialysis 1991-1998
Licensed Practical Nurse 1982-1987
Monroe Community Hospital, Rochester, NY
Licensed Practical Nurse 1981-1982
Certified Specialties
Nurse Practitioner, Adult Health - American Nurses Credentialing Center
Rheumatology - American Nurses Credentialing Center
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Graduate, Monroe Community College. 1991 - 1992
Education
NP | University of Rochester. Nurse Practitioner. 2006
Awards
Rheumatology Nurses Society Chapter President Award for Excellence in Leadership and Service. 2017
Chapter Development. 2014
American Nephrology Nurses Association Career Mobility Scholarship. 1999
Nurse Excellence Award. 1994
Publications
Journal Articles
Shrinking Workforce, Increasing Demand Pose Imminent Challenges in Rheumatology
Healio Rheumatology. 2018; .
The Power of the Team
RNP. 2018; 03(09): 14, 15, 16.
Putting the Puzzle Pieces Together
Rheumatology Nurse Practice. 2018; 3(8).
When Treatment Guidelines Meet Clinical Practice
Rheumatology Nurse Practice. 2018; 4.
Work Force Shortage
Healio Rheumatology. 2018; .
Digging Dip for Clues
Grinnell-Merrick, L.
Rheumatology Nurse Practice. 2017; 5(3): 22-23.
Grinnell-Merrick, L.
Women Total Health and Wellness. 2017; : 48 - 49.
Don't Let Age Foul You
Grinnell-Merrick, L.
Rheumatology Nurse Practice. 2017; .
One Patient's Journey
Grinnell-Merrick, L.
Rheumatology Nurse Practice. 2017; .