Kari Nadeau

LEWISTON — Kari Nadeau, RN, has been named vice president of nursing and patient care at Bridgton Hospital.

Kari has been a nurse and nurse leader for Central Maine Healthcare for more than 18 years. At Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC), she was the director of acute care services with responsibility for seven care units, including dialysis, maternity, pediatrics, oncology, acute rehabilitation, medical, telemetry, oncology and orthopedics. She also served in nursing leadership roles in the CMMC medical surgery and cardiopulmonary units.

Kari is the recipient of many accolades, including the DAISY and SuperSTAR Awards, during her tenure at Central Maine Healthcare.

“Kari brings a compassionate and personal approach to her work in a way that fosters trust and mutual respect,” said Stephany Jacques, president of Bridgton Hospital. “Her strong communication skills and ability to adapt and lead, I am certain, will serve her well in this new role.”

Bridgton Hospital recently embarked on an ambitious expansion to enhance its healthcare offerings for the Lakes Region community. The addition of advanced cardiology services delivers cutting-edge treatments for heart-related conditions, ensuring comprehensive care close to home. The Oncology Department provides state-of-the-art therapies and compassionate support to cancer patients and their families.

With the introduction of expanded endocrinology services, Bridgton Hospital is poised to address complex hormonal disorders. Additionally, the introduction of Senior Life Solutions underscores the hospital’s commitment to elderly care.