About Nick Dawson

Hi there! I am Nick Dawson – here’s the quick run down:

• I live in Richmond VA
• I’m an avid skier
• I work in hospitals, specifically around innovation in business development, communications and revenue cycle
• I’m a fan of all things porcine – I make my own bacon, cured meats and sausages
• I’m trying to become a better photographer
• Sometimes I’m asked to speak about healthcare and social media
• I’m on the internets… a lot including twitter, Facebook & LinkedIn

Official Bio:

Nick Dawson bridges the gap between healthcare operations and strategic vision. With more than 13 years experience in hospital operations, he understands what makes healthcare tick. As the champion of an innovation success story, Nick is the Director Community Engagement at Bon Secours Virginia Health System. Previously he was a Director of Revenue Cycle for the 14 hospital Bon Secours system. In the past, he has worked for other multi-hospital systems and been a consultant on staff for a major health IT and strategy vendor.

Today, Nick works with senior leaders within the Bon Secours system on innovation projects including the exploration of an accountable care organization and affiliate physician and community health strategies. He is passionate about the patient experience as a driving force in healthcare.

Nick is currently pursuing an executive Masters of Hospital Administration from the University of Minnesota. He is a past member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association and can frequently be found posting about healthcare and cooking on his blog, twitter and Flickr. He speaks nationally and has been published on the topics of innovation, community engagement, revenue cycle and healthcare communications. On many Sunday evenings Nick participates in the #HCSM Twitter Chat.

Nick and his wife Susan live in Richmond, Virginia where they enjoy extreme skiing, camping and vintage Land Rover restoration.