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Dana Shepherd

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Olympia, WA Northwest Pediatric Center
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
24 years at Northwest Pediatric Center
Connections
86
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,546 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Practitioner specialty. Dana Shepherd is one of them.
  • 1,483 Nurse Practitioners are based in WA (out of 30,795 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical Nurse Practitioner compensation in WA: $121,000 – $182,000 (median $141,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurse Practitioners in WA: Multicare Health System (52), Seattle Children's (46), University Of Washington (29).
  • 2% of Nurse Practitioners in WA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 82% of Nurse Practitioners in WA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University of Pittsburgh
Master of Science
2002
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science
1997
Skills
Photography Nurse Practitioners Clinical Research Pediatrics Photojournalism Healthcare Pals Public Health
About Northwest Pediatric Center
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Website
nwpeds.com
Office Location
1911 Cooks Hill Rd, Centralia, WA
Professional Overview

Dana Shepherd is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, currently affiliated with Northwest Pediatric Center, based in Olympia, WA. As a nurse practitioner, Shepherd contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Olympia, WA. They have been with Northwest Pediatric Center for 24 years. Shepherd holds academic credentials, including Master of Science and Bachelor of Science, from University of Pittsburgh and University of Pittsburgh. Core competencies include Photography, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Research, Pediatrics, Photojournalism. Northwest Pediatric Center operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse practitioner professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse practitioner specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Olympia, WA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dana Shepherd located?
Dana Shepherd is based in Olympia, WA. They are currently affiliated with Northwest Pediatric Center.
What is Dana Shepherd's specialty?
Dana Shepherd specializes in Nurse Practitioner. Their current role is Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
Where does Dana Shepherd currently work?
Dana Shepherd currently works at Northwest Pediatric Center. They have been there for 24 years.
What is Dana Shepherd's educational background?
Dana Shepherd attended University of Pittsburgh and University of Pittsburgh.
How do I contact Dana Shepherd for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse Practitioner?
Recruiting nurse practitioners typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurse practitioners across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in WA?
Nurse Practitioners in WA typically earn $121,000 to $182,000 annually, with a median of $141,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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