Elsa Rios
Valencia,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented healthcare executive with over 20 years of experience in hospital operations, strategic planning, and facility management. Proven track record of improving patient outcomes, achieving financial targets, and expanding service lines in acute care settings. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong understanding of healthcare regulations and best practices. Committed to fostering a high-performance culture and driving organizational growth through innovative initiatives and effective resource allocation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Director
CommonSpirit
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance facility performance and align with organizational vision.
- Collaborated with executives to drive initiatives that improved patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw resource allocation and budget optimization across multiple facilities, achieving cost-effectiveness and financial targets.
- Supporting facilities operations of the CommonSpirit Central Coast Market to include a $76million budget.
- Supported several sustainability efforts to include EV Charger, Solar Panels and operations improvements.
- The Central Coast Market provides care to over 55,000 inpatients annually. The market comprises 7 Hospitals, 1,560 Licensed Beds, 192 Ambulatory Care Sites.
- St. John’s Regional Medical Center (Oxnard, CA - 401 beds)
- Marian Regional Medical Center (Santa Maria, CA - 388 beds)
- Dominican Hospital (Santa Cruz, CA - 222 beds)
- Sequoia Hospital (Redwood City, CA - 208 beds)
- St. John Hospital Camarillo (Camarillo, CA - 132 beds)
- French Hospital Medical Center (San Luis Obispo, CA - 98 beds)
- Arroyo Grande Community Hospital (Arroyo Grande, CA - 67 beds)
Senior Director Support Services
Dignity Health
03.2020 - 05.2024
- Managed support services with a focus on operational excellence, improving patient care, and enhancing service delivery.
- Led cross-departmental initiatives that aligned with organizational goals, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and reduced operational costs.
- Directed hospital operations, including Facilities, Emergency Management, Grounds, Safety, Parking, Security, PBX, Environmental Services, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
- Monitored key performance metrics and implemented strategies to meet financial and operational goals.
- Oversight of the Emergency Management, Environment of Care, Environmental Action Committees.
- Received Practice Green and LADWP Sustainability Awards
- Led operational management of facilities, optimizing workflows and enhancing service delivery within budget constraints.
- Developed and executed capital improvement plans that expanded service lines and improved patient care environments.
- Managed complex construction projects within acute care settings, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Plant Operations Manager
Providence Health
01.2010 - 03.2024
- Led operational management of facilities, optimizing workflows and enhancing service delivery within budget constraints.
- Developed and executed capital improvement plans that expanded service lines and improved patient care environments.
- Managed complex construction projects within acute care settings, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Quality Assurance Administrator
Rios & Associates
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Led Cottage Hospital new hospital built as a liaison officer for client and OSHPD
- Oversight of Inspectors of Records to include managing schedule and expectations to ensure a successful project delivery
- Managed complex construction projects within acute care settings, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bakersfield, CA01-2008
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bakersfield, CA01-2005
Skills
- Business analysis
- Operations management
- Business development
- Financial oversight
- Engineering
- Compliance management
- Process improvement
- Risk management
- Executive leadership
- Strategic planning
- Contract negotiation
- Organizational development
- Budget administration
Timeline
Market Director
CommonSpirit
05.2024 - Current
Senior Director Support Services
Dignity Health
03.2020 - 05.2024
Plant Operations Manager
Providence Health
01.2010 - 03.2024
Quality Assurance Administrator
Rios & Associates
01.2007 - 01.2010
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
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