Executive Vice President; Chief Operating Officer/ Chief Nursing Officer
FHN Memorial Hospital
Serving in a dual role of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing Officer, Kathryn Martinez plays a critical role in ensuring the organization's vision of 'Heath Care Excellence for Our Communitities' is the priority of all FHN team members. Dr. Martinez has extensive experience in clinical operations, including 10 years as CNO and 5 years serving as COO. She has designed new care delivery models across the continuum, including a redesign of the care transitions team resulting in decreased readmissions and enhanced handover of palliative care patients to hospice. Kathryn has developed a Connect the DOTS program which connects the health care organization with community partners within the rural communities we serve. Dr. Martinez beleives the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) should be integrated into the organization's goals and strategic plan, which is the focus of this presentation. Kathryn has published research and has presented at several conferences.
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Wednesday, March 26, 2025
2:00pm – 3:00pm CT