Shannon Tumblin began her healthcare journey, working in dermatology in 2002. She joined the Wound Care department at WhidbeyHealth in 2009 as an LPN. After receiving her RN degree in 2010 and finding her passion as an Emergency Room nurse, she decided to continue her education and become a Family Nurse Practitioner. In 2020, Shannon obtained her MSN degree and received her FNP-C from Frontier Nursing University. She is a graduate from the University of Washington’s Wound Management Education Program and has a genuine passion for wound healing and meeting the dermatological needs of her patients.
Patient Care Philosophy
- To treat all patients in a caring manner, emphasizing genuine respect
- To honor patients’ individual values, beliefs, and needs
- To create trusting relationships with every patient and establish a dynamic for shared decision making that will benefit patients in reaching their healthy living goals
Scope of Care
- Wound Care management and healing
- Special interest in dermatology and skin cancer prevention/treatment
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Nursing from Grand Canyon University
- Masters of Science, Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner from Frontier Nursing University
- Wound Management Education Program from the University of Washington School of Nursing
Certifications
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, FNP-C
- Certified Emergency Nurse
- Certified ACLS/BLS