Michael van Gilst

Michael Van Gilst is a seasoned nursing professional with extensive experience in various healthcare roles. Currently serving as a Circulating Nurse at Surgery Partners, Inc. since July 2022, Michael has previously held positions such as Tasting Room Associate at Bally Keal and Pre-op, Circulating, PACU nurse at Napa Solano Plastic Surgery. Michael’s background includes leadership roles as Director of Health Services at The Watermark Napa Valley and Performance Improvement Manager at Queen of the Valley Medical Center. Michael's nursing career features significant experience in emergency care, having worked as an Emergency Room RN at both John Muir Health and Northside Hospital, as well as Assistant Nurse Manager at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's in Nursing from Villanova University, a Master's in Religion from Westminster Theological Seminary, and a Bachelor's in Social Work from the University of Delaware.