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Shannah Boyer

@shannahboyer

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Healthcare quality executive with a passion for patient safety.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, drives quality improvement, and prioritizes patient safety.

I am a dedicated healthcare quality executive with a proven track record of driving system-wide improvements and operational efficiencies in patient safety and regulatory compliance. My experience spans various leadership roles, where I have successfully integrated High Reliability Organization (HRO) principles and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to enhance care quality and ensure accreditation success.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized nationally for my ability to transform employee engagement and unite cross-functional teams to drive healthcare transformation. My strategic initiatives have led to significant improvements in patient care outcomes, including reductions in hospital-acquired infections and mortality rates. I am passionate about leveraging data analytics to inform decision-making and enhance the overall patient experience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Deputy Quality Management Officer

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Department of Veterans Affairs

Dec 2021 - Jul 2023 (1 year 7 months)

Leading network-wide programs across multiple medical facilities, focusing on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement initiatives. Improved patient care outcomes and spearheaded proactive risk assessments to ensure compliance with standards.

Patient Safety Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Data Analytics Change Management Employee Engagement

Interim Director, Cardiovascular Diagnostics

DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Jul 2021 - Oct 2021 (3 months)

Provided administrative oversight for cardiovascular departments, managing quality data and hospital accreditations. Achieved national recognition for excellence in cardiovascular care and improved patient outcomes significantly.

Quality Management Data Analysis Leadership Patient Safety

Manager, Registries and Quality Outcomes

DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Nov 2016 - Oct 2021 (4 years 11 months)

Oversaw quality data abstraction and managed patient registries, leading to significant improvements in cardiovascular disease processes and hospital accreditation outcomes.

Data Management Quality Improvement Leadership Data Analysis Compliance Patient Safety Performance Metrics

Critical Care Registered Nurse

DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Jul 2013 - Nov 2016 (3 years 4 months)

Provided critical care nursing services, focusing on patient safety and quality outcomes in a high-stakes environment. Contributed to significant improvements in patient care metrics.

Patient Safety Quality Improvement Team Collaboration Clinical Assessment Patient Care Documentation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Grand Canyon University

Master of Science, Nursing Leadership

2021 -

Master of Science in Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Systems. Focused on developing leadership skills and understanding healthcare systems to improve patient care and organizational outcomes.