Kristen grew up in Benton Arkansas and came to SAU in Magnolia, AR on a rodeo scholarship. At the time of her graduation from SAU, Springhill Medical Center was the only area hospital that would interview a new grad RN, that is how she came to work for SMC. Kristen is married to DJ Dickinson, and they have one daughter, Payton. Kristen and DJ spend most of their time chasing Payton and her activities. Kristen enjoys riding horses when time allows and is a member of Central Baptist Church in Springhill, LA. Kristen chose her profession because of her love to help people.
Education
Graduated
Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, AR
Degree: Associate of Nursing - 2003
Grambling State University, Grambling, LA
Degree: Masters in Nursing, Advanced Practice Nurse - 2008
FNP-C Certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, ACLS, BLS, PALS
Northwestern University, Natchitoches, LA
Degree: Bachelor's of Nursing - 2006