Heidi McMullan, MSN, RN-BC, CPHQ, is an accomplished healthcare leader with over two decades of experience in nursing administration and psychiatric-mental healthcare. She holds a Master of Science in nursing degree earned magna cum laude from Alvernia University, where she also completed her Bachelor of Science in nursing through the RN to BSN program. McMullan began her nursing career with a diploma from The Reading Hospital School of Nursing (now Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences).
Currently serving as the chief nursing officer and senior director of Behavioral Health Network at WellSpan Philhaven, McMullan provides strategic leadership and oversight for nursing practice. Dedicated to fostering professional growth among staff members, McMullan is committed to implementing best practices while cultivating a supportive organizational culture. She engages in building connections with professional nursing organizations to enhance collaborative opportunities and promote excellence in healthcare.
McMullan’s career has been marked by a commitment to safety and quality improvement. She previously served as the patient safety officer at WellSpan Philhaven, overseeing regulatory activities and implementing strategies to enhance patient care and safety protocols.
Throughout her career, McMullan has presented at numerous conferences and seminars, and has peer-reviewed articles on topics ranging from patient safety to behavioral healthcare. Her dedication to advancing nursing practice and commitment to patient-centered care is demonstrated through volunteering with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Role Delineation Panel member and test item writer. As part of her passion for mental health advocacy, McMullan volunteers her time on various committees and councils, including the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) Recovery Council Steering Committee.
McMullan was appointed to the Board by the Governor to fill the position designated for a nurse pursuant to MCARE Act Section 303(b)(4).
