CovingtonCares Magazine - Spring/Summer 2025

CovingtonCares 7 CARING CLOSE TO HOME MEET SHELBY DICKERSON, FNP At CCH Clinic Green Tree in Mount Olive, Mississippi, patients are welcomed with both professional expertise and a personal touch from Shelby Dickerson, FNP, a dedicated family nurse practitioner. Shelby is a proud member of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association and is accredited through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Her journey in healthcare began at William Carey University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2016. She then gained valuable experience as a registered nurse, serving patients in home health across Covington, Jefferson Davis, Simpson, and Smith counties. Driven by a passion to expand her role in patient care, Shelby went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner focus from Chamberlain University in 2023. At CCH Clinic Green Tree, Shelby provides compassionate, comprehensive care for families throughout the community. Her patients benefit not only from her advanced training but also from her years of hands-on nursing experience in diverse settings. She takes pride in building lasting relationships with her patients and being part of their ongoing health journeys. Beyond her clinical work, Shelby is deeply rooted in Covington County. She and her husband, a small-business owner, are raising their three children in the community they love. Active outside the clinic, she volunteers with the Junior League of Covington County and serves in the children’s ministry at The Springs Church. When she has quiet moments to herself, Shelby enjoys reading – especially historical fiction. With her dedication to patients, commitment to her community, and passion for lifelong learning, Shelby Dickerson represents the heart of healthcare in rural Mississippi – caring close to home.

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