ANNETTE HASTINGS
St. Helena,SC
Summary
Experienced healthcare executive specializing in operational leadership and strategic planning. Expert in financial oversight with a focus on improving profitability. Demonstrated success in enhancing healthcare delivery systems and promoting organizational growth. Strong ability to implement strategic initiatives that drive operational excellence.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Trenton, NJ
02.2020 - 03.2026
- Directed and managed four agency programs for state pandemic response.
- Led teams supporting vaccination facility operations and mitigation strategies.
- Managed creation of a 500-bed medical station within two weeks for initial COVID-19 surge.
- Oversaw daily operations of 500-bed medical station, coordinating patient movement safely.
- Recruited clinical and support staff for optimal function of medical station.
- Led county-wide providers as public health liaison, reducing vaccination gap by 50% in 14 weeks.
- Coordinated statewide homebound resident vaccination program with local health departments.
- Developed interagency support plan for long-term care facilities facing crisis during pandemic.
Chief Administrative Officer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Newark, NJ
12.2016 - 01.2020
- Directed operations for diverse program portfolio at academic safety-net hospital with executive team oversight.
- Transformed ambulatory care model, increasing revenues by 1.5% and lowering operating costs by $3 million.
- Reactived liver transplantation program through collaboration with clinical leaders, leading to top national quality outcomes.
- Established new clinical programs in addiction medicine and wound care, contributing an additional $7 million in revenue.
- Appointed by board to lead strategic planning team, developing a comprehensive three-year revitalization plan.
- Spearheaded community health initiatives that reduced emergency room visits by 70% through innovative partnerships.
- Implemented Tableau as a performance management tool to support financial and quality reporting efforts.
- Managed all fiscal and human resource functions within the division, focusing on budgetary controls and staff retention.
Director
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS
New York, NY
06.2011 - 12.2016
- Directed engagements at four major academic medical centers, yielding over $150 million in financial improvements.
- Oversaw post-merger integration for Trinity Health, consolidating supply chain operations and achieving over $60 million in cost reductions.
- Grew healthcare consulting practice from five to over twenty consultants in five years.
- Developed indirect spend toolkit to enhance sourcing services and meet savings targets.
- Served as subject matter expert in cost optimization and administration, advising on best practices.
- Led supply chain consulting team to drive operational improvements and reduce non-labor costs.
- Contributed to sales pipeline and developed collateral materials to support process.
Independent Consultant
NEW GENERATIONS, LLC
New York, NY
02.2009 - 06.2011
- Operated practice focused on systems performance improvement.
- Conducted ambulatory services revenue cycle assessment and identified over $5 million in revenue opportunities through documentation and collections process changes. Executed plan that successfully achieved target.
Chief Executive Officer
CARITAS HEALTHCARE INC, JOHN'S QUEENS HOSPITAL
Elmhurst, NY
12.2005 - 02.2009
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Developed partnerships with community organizations to improve healthcare access.
- Oversaw financial management and resource allocation for multiple departments.
- Championed innovative programs promoting employee engagement and retention.
- Coordinated with medical staff to align goals and improve service delivery.
- Directed compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
- Facilitated board meetings to discuss organizational strategy and performance.
Vice President Operations
ST. VINCENT CATHOLIC MEDICAL CENTERS OF NEW YORK, MARY IMMACULATE AND ST. JOHN'S QUEENS HOSPITALS
Elmhurst, NY
03.2001 - 12.2005
- Oversaw daily operations of multiple healthcare facilities in New York.
- Managed budgets and resource allocation for hospital departments.
- Collaborated with leadership on quality improvement initiatives.
- Led cross-functional teams to address operational challenges.
- Reviewed compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Support Services Executive
ARAMARK HEALTHCARE
Philadelphia, PA
05.1990 - 03.2001
- Led operational strategies to enhance service delivery in healthcare environments.
- Managed resource allocation to optimize efficiency in healthcare operations.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Healthcare Administration
Mercy College
06.2007
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
New York University
06.1982
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Project Management
- Board development
- Budget management
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
Affiliations
- American College of Healthcare Executives
- Women Leaders in Healthcare
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director
NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
02.2020 - 03.2026
Chief Administrative Officer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
12.2016 - 01.2020
Director
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS
06.2011 - 12.2016
Independent Consultant
NEW GENERATIONS, LLC
02.2009 - 06.2011
Chief Executive Officer
CARITAS HEALTHCARE INC, JOHN'S QUEENS HOSPITAL
12.2005 - 02.2009
Vice President Operations
ST. VINCENT CATHOLIC MEDICAL CENTERS OF NEW YORK, MARY IMMACULATE AND ST. JOHN'S QUEENS HOSPITALS
03.2001 - 12.2005
Support Services Executive
ARAMARK HEALTHCARE
05.1990 - 03.2001
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
New York University
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Healthcare Administration
Mercy College