Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Development
Accomplishments
Certification
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Curtis "Bud" Frazier

Riverton,UT

Summary

Award-winning registered nurse with 15+ years in clinical operations, specializing in efficiency and effectiveness. Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams to surpass performance goals and secure NCQA accreditation. Strong management skills focused on continuous process improvement, yielding measurable performance enhancements. Expertise in workflow analysis and strategic initiative implementation to boost efficiency and maintain regulatory compliance.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founding Executive Director

NavajoStrong
Riverton, UT
04.2020 - Current
  • Led the establishment of a grassroots organization, overseeing strategic planning and logistics to support Indigenous communities.
  • Spearheaded the administrative process to secure 501(c)(3) charitable organization status, ensuring full legal and financial compliance.
  • Managed distribution of vital supplies to thousands of families, directed activities of hundreds of volunteers and staff, and supported community revitalization efforts.
  • Formulated and implemented strategic plans, generating over $775,000 through grants and partnerships.

Care Navigation Manager

Collective Health
Lehi, UT
12.2020 - 07.2025

An integrated health and benefits platform for self-funded employers, focused on delivering a premier member experience while helping companies control healthcare costs.

  • Scaled multidisciplinary clinical department, doubling team headcount and enhancing operational capacity to meet business goals.
  • Directed program that improved member experiences and increased financial outcomes and client ROI.
  • Achieved NCQA accreditation for Chronic Care Management through strict compliance with standards.
  • Championed process initiatives that consistently exceeded annual client Performance Guarantees.

Clinical Operations Manager

Mountainlands Community Health
Provo, UT
04.2019 - 10.2020
  • Managed clinical operations across five locations for Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
  • Oversaw compliance and re-certification of 340B program with HRSA guidelines.
  • Implemented a training program for new Medical Assistants using Lippincott Professional Development Solutions.
  • Conducted regular audits to verify accuracy of data collected from clinical sites.
  • Developed and implemented clinical operations processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

ICU Nurse & Clinical Coordinator

Mountain Point Medical Center
Lehi, UT
06.2015 - 04.2019
  • Directed daily operations of ICU, managing staff scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for critically ill patients.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to ICU operations.
  • Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Chaired Sepsis Committee to enhance patient outcomes through systematic reviews.
  • Developed comprehensive training and onboarding program for new nurses, boosting retention and competency.

Surgical Intensive Care / Cardiac Care Nurse

Timpanogos Regional Hospital
Orem, UT
03.2012 - 04.2015
  • Delivered comprehensive nursing care for critically ill patients in Surgical ICU, Cardiac ICU, and intermediate care units.
  • Managed complex patient needs, including hemodynamic monitoring and ventilator management.
  • Administered critical IV medications to ensure effective treatment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimized treatment plans.

Clinical Nurse & Diabetes Coordinator

Utah Navajo Health System, Inc.
Blanding, UT
08.2009 - 03.2012
  • Delivered skilled nursing care and health education, addressing social determinants of health for Navajo Nation.
  • Promoted to RN Diabetes Coordinator, leading multidisciplinary team in patient care coordination.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Collected, analyzed, and recorded patient health data to inform care decisions.

Education

MBA - Healthcare Administration

WGU
12-2025

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University of Utah
12.2017

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Utah State University
12.2010

Skills

  • Clinical operations management
  • Team leadership and development
  • Strategic planning and process improvement
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Operational efficiency and KPI management
  • NCQA accreditation and compliance
  • Budget management and cost reduction
  • Data visualization with Looker
  • Pega systems expertise
  • Project tracking with Jira
  • Documentation with Confluence
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Google Workspace skills
  • Electronic health records (EHR) management

Professional Development

Professional Development

  • Crucial Conversations for Accountability, 2024
  • Situational Leadership®, 2024
  • LifeLabs Learning Manager Core, 2023

Accomplishments

Awards & Community Leadership

  • Commencement Speaker, Utah State University, 2022
  • Mentor & Sponsor, Running Strong for American Indian Youth Dreamstarter Program, 2022
  • Excellence in Community Service, The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, 2020
  • Honoree, "Returning the Favor" with Mike Rowe, 2020
  • Honoree, IASIS Healthcare - Honors for Nursing, University of Utah College of Nursing, 2016
  • Humanitarian Relief ICU RN, Hurricane Harvey, 2017
  • Education Team Leader, AmeriCorps, St. Louis, MO, 2003-2004
  • Eagle Scout Award, Boy Scouts of America, 2001

Certification

Active Licensure

  • Registered Nurse (RN), Multi-State Compact License #7341244-3102, Utah

Past Clinical Certifications

  • Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (2017 - 2021)
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (2016 - 2020)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (2012 - 2021)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) (2009 - 2021)

Timeline

Care Navigation Manager

Collective Health
12.2020 - 07.2025

Founding Executive Director

NavajoStrong
04.2020 - Current

Clinical Operations Manager

Mountainlands Community Health
04.2019 - 10.2020

ICU Nurse & Clinical Coordinator

Mountain Point Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2019

Surgical Intensive Care / Cardiac Care Nurse

Timpanogos Regional Hospital
03.2012 - 04.2015

Clinical Nurse & Diabetes Coordinator

Utah Navajo Health System, Inc.
08.2009 - 03.2012

MBA - Healthcare Administration

WGU

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University of Utah

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Utah State University
Curtis "Bud" Frazier
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