Irisvette Beaulieu
Healthcare operations and surgical services professional with over a decade of progressive leadership experience spanning clinical education, workforce development, operational improvement, quality and safety, and professional governance. Currently serving as Surgical Technologist Educator, providing leadership across hiring and recruitment, staff onboarding, competency development, policy review and development, clinical ladder management, workflow optimization, quality and safety audits, and root cause analysis. Experienced in partnering with multidisciplinary teams to identify operational opportunities, strengthen workforce performance, improve clinical outcomes, and support organizational priorities. Active participant in Magnet® program activities and organizational quality and professional practice initiatives.
Demonstrated leadership beyond the hospital setting through more than 10 years of service on the Association of Surgical Technologists Board of Directors at both the state and national levels, including executive leadership responsibilities. Experienced in strategic decision-making, stakeholder engagement, professional advocacy, governance, and organizational initiatives.Recognized for translating frontline clinical expertise into sustainable operational strategies, developing high-performing teams, and advancing quality, safety, and workforce excellence. Seeking to leverage this combination of clinical, operational, and organizational leadership experience in a Director-level healthcare leadership position.
Work History
Surgical Technologist Educator
3 Years 7 Months- Led workforce recruitment, structured candidate selection, and onboarding initiatives to strengthen staffing and organizational performance.
- Participated in root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives to resolve operational challenges and improve efficiency.
- Evaluated regulatory requirements and developed policies supporting compliance, quality, safety, and operational effectiveness.
- Led quality assurance initiatives and audits to promote adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Managed clinical development through staff education, mentorship, and administration of a clinical career ladder.
- Optimized daily operating room workflows by coordinating multidisciplinary teams and resources
- Developed and implemented a Surgical Technologist Residency Program in partnership with an academic institution to strengthen the workforce pipeline, address staffing shortages, and support long-term talent development.
Certified Surgical Technologist
9 Years 5 Months- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient workflow during operations and patient safety.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate effective communication and enhance patient outcomes during surgeries.
Education
Master of Healthcare Administration
Anticipated Graduation: 06/2027
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Associate of Science Degree - Surgical Technology
Skills
Affiliations
- Association of Surgical Technologists- Texas State Assembly
Board of Directors, chair of Government Affairs and Regulatory compliance (March 2026-Current)
- Association of Surgical Technologists- Washington State Assembly
- Board of Directors | Vice President | President | 2013-2023
State Assembly Leadership Award Recipient
- Perioperative Clinical Practice Group Co-Chair- Providence Swedish (2018-2021)
- Policy review, department representative, product trials, process improvement, collaboration with all perioperative departments including but not limited to: Epic Team, Lab, Blood bank, PACU, Preop, education, and quality.
Certification
- Association of Surgical Technologists-192604
- Certified Surgical Technologist- NBSTSA # 154023
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Member (ASGE)
- BLS Healthcare Provider