Heather Goetzman
Hamlin,NY
Summary
Pediatric and Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of advanced practice experience across high‑acuity pediatric cardiac critical care, neonatal intensive care, pediatric trauma and general surgery, and interventional radiology. Expert in managing complex congenital and acquired conditions, performing advanced procedures, collaborating in multidisciplinary teams, and delivering family‑centered care in fast‑paced environments. Recognized for clinical leadership, precision under pressure, and strong communication with families and care teams
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Pediatric Cardiac I
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY
2023 - Current
- Provide advanced practice care for infants and children with complex congenital and acquired cardiac disease in a high‑acuity ICU setting.
- Manage pre- and post-operative cardiac patients, including ECMO, complex respiratory support, and hemodynamic support to ensure optimal recovery.
- Collaborate with cardiology, cardiac surgery, critical care, and multidisciplinary teams to tailor treatment plans and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educate and supported families during critical illness and surgical recovery to promote understanding and coping strategies.
Associate Professor, School of Nursing
Roberts Wesleyan University
Rochester, NY
2022 - 2023
- Developed and implemented a health assessment curriculum within the RN-to-BSN program.
- Led health assessment lab sessions for undergraduate and graduate nursing students
- Initiated pediatric content for the Family Nurse Practitioner program.
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate nursing students.
- Developed engaging course materials for diverse student populations.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, FL
2020 - 2022
- Managed critically ill neonates within a Level IV NICU. Performed neonatal assessment, diagnosis, stabilization, and ongoing management.
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries and led neonatal resuscitations to ensure immediate stabilization.
- Served as a clinical resource for nursing staff, residents, and fellows
- Performed neonatal procedures such as intubation, UVC/UAC placement, LPs, and line management
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
University of Rochester
Rochester, New York
2003 - 2020
- Delivered comprehensive care for premature and critically ill neonates, including ventilator management, resuscitation, and stabilization.
- Performed neonatal procedures such as intubation, UVC/UAC placement, LPs, and line management.
- Provided pre‑ and post‑operative management for neonates undergoing surgical interventions, ensuring safe transitions between NICU and surgical services
- Coordinated individualized care plans during rounds with neonatologist and interdisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive patient management.
- Counseled families on care processes, facilitated discharge planning, and coordinated follow-up for improved continuity of care.
- Contributed to research studies focused on enhancing neonatal care protocols, supporting evidence-based practices.
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Interventional Radiology
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY
2017 - 2019
- Collaborated with Pediatric Interventional Radiologist to develop and expand dedicated pediatric interventional radiology service, enhancing departmental capacity for specialized care. Established workflows for safe sedation, pre‑procedure evaluation, and postoperative follow‑up, ensuring consistent patient safety and care quality.
Pediatric General and Trauma Surgery
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY
2006 - 2015
- Managed pre‑ and post‑operative care for pediatric surgical and trauma patients.
- Managed complex postoperative and traumatic wounds, including application and monitoring of negative‑pressure wound therapy (VACs)
- Assisted pediatric surgery and emergency medicine residents with consults in the emergency department, providing guidance in assessment, stabilization, and care planning for acutely ill and injured children. Supported trauma activations by facilitating communication between surgical, trauma, and critical care teams, and ensuring efficient transition from ED to operative or inpatient management.
- Helped develop a dedicated pediatric surgical wound‑care clinic to streamline management of abscesses and minor surgical I&Ds, reducing unnecessary emergency room utilization and improving continuity of care. Partnered with community pediatricians to create direct referral pathways and coordinated follow‑up.
- Managed home nutrition and TPN for our short bowel patient population
- Provided comprehensive nursing and family education for pediatric surgical patients, ensuring clear understanding of pre‑ and postoperative care. Developed family‑friendly educational pamphlets for gastrostomy, GJ tubes, ostomies, and central lines. Created a pediatric surgical handbook for residents to standardize consults, postoperative management, and communication across the pediatric surgical service
Education
Master of Science - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Certification
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY05-2005
Master of Science - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY05-2003
Nursing
St. John Fisher College
Rochester, NY05-1997
Skills
- Critical Care assessment and management
- Pediatric surgical assessment and management
- Neonatal assessment and management
- Nursing, resident and patient education
- Clinical guidelines
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioner -Board Certified PNP-BC
- Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse-New York
- BLS, PALS
Affiliations
- Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor for University of Rochester 2007-present
- Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor for St. John Fisher 2016-2020
Timeline
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Pediatric Cardiac I
University of Rochester
2023 - Current
Associate Professor, School of Nursing
Roberts Wesleyan University
2022 - 2023
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Tampa General Hospital
2020 - 2022
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
University of Rochester
2003 - 2020
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Interventional Radiology
University of Rochester
2017 - 2019
Pediatric General and Trauma Surgery
University of Rochester
2006 - 2015
Master of Science - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Certification
University of Rochester
Master of Science - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University of Rochester
Nursing
St. John Fisher College