Linda M Reidy, MSN, FNP-C, OCN
Investigator
Linda Reidy, MSN, FNP-C, OCN is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in oncology nursing and patient-centered care. She currently practices in Santa Barbara, California and has extensive expertise in outpatient oncology, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration, survivorship care planning, and nurse navigation.
Linda began her career as a registered nurse at Ventura County Medical Center, where she provided care across inpatient and outpatient settings, including telemetry and oncology units. She later advanced into leadership roles as a Nurse Navigator and Lead Survivorship Coordinator, guiding patients through complex cancer diagnoses, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and supporting long-term survivorship programs aligned with NCCN and ASCO guidelines.
After earning her Master of Science in Nursing from United States University, Linda became a certified Family Nurse Practitioner, expanding her clinical scope to include diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care across diverse patient populations. Her clinical experience includes managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease, along with developing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
Linda is recognized for her compassionate approach, strong patient advocacy, and commitment to education for patients and families during critical stages of care. She is an active participant in cancer committees and community-focused initiatives aimed at improving oncology care delivery.