Day Kimball Health Names Dominique Kintzer January Employee of the Month

Day Kimball Health (DKH) has named Dominique Kintzer, BSN, RN, ACS LION, oncology nurse navigator, as its January 2026 Employee of the Month.

Since joining DKH in February 2023, Kintzer has been a key member of the oncology team, guiding patients and their families through the challenges of cancer care. With 16 years of healthcare experience, including 14 as a registered nurse, she supports patients from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship or end-of-life care, providing resources, coordination, and advocacy every step of the way.

“Nurse Navigation is a quiet role,” Kintzer shared. “It consists of a lot of phone calls, coordination, documentation, advocating, addressing problems, and being recognized means someone saw the invisible work. It reassures me that the difference I’m trying to make for every patient I touch is authentic and acknowledged.”

Kintzer’s contributions extend beyond her direct patient care. She actively supports initiatives to strengthen oncology services, collaborates across departments, and engages with the community to raise awareness and provide resources to those who need them. In 2025, she was honored with an Alma D. Paine Award, presented by DKH nursing leadership to honor exceptional performance, innovation, and professional practice. 

“Dominique represents the very best of Day Kimball Health,” said Kyle Kramer, CEO of Day Kimball Health. “Her work ensures that patients facing cancer never feel alone as they move through the incredibly complex and emotional journey. She brings compassion, leadership, and a spirit of collaboration that strengthens not only our oncology services but the connections across our organization and throughout the community. Dominique’s commitment to improving the experience for patients and families truly reflects our mission in action.”

A lifelong learner, Kintzer earned an associate degree in nursing from Quinsigamond Community College and a bachelor's degree in nursing from Framingham State University, she is currently pursuing a master's degree in nursing with a concentration in population and public health at Worcester State University. In 2024, she earned the American Cancer Society’s LION certification in leadership and oncology navigation. 

Originally from Massachusetts, Kintzer now resides in Pomfret Center, Connecticut, with her husband and their two children.