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Cheryl Ann Bourbon

Belmont,NH

Summary

Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Director of Clinical Affiliations and Program Development

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital (WDH)
01.2011 - 10.2024

Company Overview: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health care organization located in Dover, New Hampshire. In 2017, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital joined the Massachusetts General Hospital family and Mass General Brigham system. The organization consists of more than 3,500 employees, including 850+ registered nurses and a medical staff of over 500 physicians and advanced practitioners. Wentworth Douglass Hospital is licensed for 178-beds, with several urgent cares and walk-in facilities, multiple testing centers, primary and specialty provider practices, is a Magnet Recognized hospital and has a net revenue of $1 billion.

Proven track record with building effective relationships, project teams, and result oriented tactics aligning with the vision and mission of the Massachusetts General Brigham system.

  • Decreased clinical contract cost by 20%
  • Responsible for clinical care model redesign resulting in decreased delays in care, patient transfers and physician burnout.
  • Achieved reaching 95% or above attaining key project indicators (KPI's).

Skills:

  • Business Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Project Management, Team Building, Financial Analysis, Value Based Care, Clinical Data Analysis, Healthcare Compliance, Care Coordination, Risk Management, Nursing Leadership, and Lean/Operational Excellence Principles.

Senior Project Manager of Strategic

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital (WDH)
01.2006 - 01.2011
  • Successfully executed Stroke, Heart Failure, Trauma, Gynecological Oncology, Palliative care, Joint Camp, best practices for Care Management, Bariatric Surgery programs. All clinical programs achieved service accreditation or designation.
  • Contributed to achieving the Magnet designation for Nursing
  • Achieved reaching 95% or above attaining key project performance indicators.

Nurse Director

Copley Hospital
01.1997 - 01.2006

Company Overview: Copley Hospital is one of the eight critical access hospitals in Vermont. Copley operates twenty-five beds and employees seventy-five providers and 425 (fulltime and part time) staff including nursing. The hospital generates a net revenue of $91,000,000. Copley Hospital cares for over 100,000 patients annually between its emergency department, medical surgical unit, and other specialty clinics.

Director of Birth Center

Copley Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2006
  • Partnering with the University of Vermont Medical Center tracked patient health risks to improve best practices of care.
  • Achieved Baby Friendly designation
  • Achieved Fetal monitoring certification for 100% of staff.

Director of Intensive Care and Medical Surgical Unit

Copley Hospital
01.1997 - 01.2002
  • Implemented critical care transport team in partnership with University of Vermont Medical Center reducing delays in transfer by 30%
  • Transitioned to self scheduling model for nursing increasing employee satisfaction by 20%
  • Transitioned to electronic medical record (EMR) reducing order verification time by 40%.

Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit

Copley Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1997
  • Monitored patient vital signs and conditions to ensure timely interventions and enhance recovery outcomes.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing critical care and support to patients in distress.
  • Managed ventilator settings and adjustments to optimize respiratory support for patients with breathing difficulties.
  • Utilized advanced critical care skills to assess and treat patients in high-acuity settings, ensuring optimal care delivery.
  • Administered medications accurately while monitoring for adverse reactions to promote patient safety and well-being.
  • Collaborated effectively with physicians and healthcare team members to formulate and implement patient treatment plans.

Education

Master of Science - Administration

St. Michael’s College
Colchester, Vermont
09.2004 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing

University of Southern Maine
Portland, Maine
09.1991 - 05.1994

Skills

  • Fostering collaborative partnerships
  • Strategic development
  • Clear and concise communication
  • Effective decision-making
  • Project management
  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • Effective contract negotiation
  • Strategic program execution

Certification

Registered Nurse – New Hampshire (compact state) Active

Awards

Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives 2013, Sigma Beta Delta - awarded for high scholastic achievement in master’s program 2011

Affiliations

  • American College of Healthcare Executives Member 2011 – present
  • Northern New England Association of Healthcare Executives Member 2011 - present
  • New England Society of Healthcare Strategists 2012 – 2023
  • American Organization of Nurse Executives 1997- 2005