Sharon Cave, RN
Sharon Cave, RN, Certified Case Manager, is a highly experienced nursing professional whose career spans nearly six decades of dedicated service. Beginning her journey as a Registered Nurse in 1965, Sharon has built a legacy rooted in compassion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. As a veteran of the United States Air Force, she has devoted much of her career to serving military members, veterans, and their families, bringing both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of their unique needs.
Throughout her career, Sharon has held impactful roles in case management and utilization review, including her recent work supporting military populations through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and TriWest Healthcare. One of the most meaningful chapters of her career was serving as a case manager for combat-injured active-duty Marines at Camp Pendleton, where she provided care and coordination for individuals facing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Her time working in VA hospitals further strengthened her ability to advocate for patients and navigate complex healthcare systems with empathy and precision.
In 2020, Sharon earned her Certified Case Manager (CCM) credential, reinforcing her expertise in care coordination and patient advocacy. Now based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, she continues to seek opportunities to contribute her knowledge through remote nursing roles. Sharon’s enduring passion for helping others, combined with her extensive experience and heartfelt approach to care, make her a respected and inspiring figure in the nursing profession.
• Nursing degree or training completed by 1965
• Certified Case Manager
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Certified Case Manager
- VA Hospital Care
- Combat Injured Active Duty Marines
- PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury Care
- Air Force Nursing
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
My most enjoyable position was working as a case manager for the combat injured active duty Marines at Camp Pendleton in California. All my guys had PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. They were just delightful, though. Despite the challenges these service members faced, I found tremendous fulfillment in caring for them and advocating for their needs. Working with this military population, especially after my own service in the Air Force, allowed me to connect with them on a deeper level and truly make a difference in their recovery and care.