Performance-driven health professional with extensive leadership experience and strong drive to succeed. Dedicated to strengthening relationships and developing key partnerships while working for the betterment of the community and its members. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Arrayed experience working with corporate leaders, community leaders, professionals, and presenting new ideas to each. Vast experience with multi-tiered state and local coalitions working to improve health across a wide variety of populations. Strong decision maker who believes in the importance of serving with compassion and patience. Excellent communication and presentation skills across all demographics. Trusted reputation within Intermountain Health and the communities served in Southwest Utah.
Hi, I’m
Jordan Merrill
St. George,UT
Summary
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Intermountain Health
Community Health Program Manager
06.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Community Health Program Manager leads execution of 15+ strategic projects/programs by partnering with community health leaders, Hospital Presidents, population health stakeholders, and community leaders to generate high-value solutions and sustainable results to improve health.
- Supports internal and external operations working with Enterprise level teams on Community Health Improvement Strategies.
- Developed new ideas and strategies that increased project distribution by 60%.
- Works with local hospital leadership team serving as Southwest Region lead PM covering St. George Regional, Cedar City Hospital, and Garfield Memorial Hospital in accomplishing 100% KPI's each year.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Southwest Utah Public Health Department
Health Educator
09.2014 - 06.2018
Job overview
- State grant project coordinator overseeing 14 grants annually
- Trained interns and worked to develop their projects and professional experience.
- Built partnerships with community organizations to expand reach and impact.
- Developed and implemented health education strategies to reach target audiences.
- Participated in community outreach activities to promote health education initiatives.
Washington county school district
Health Coordinator
07.2014 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Work within local school district to oversee health and safety needs of students and staff
- Chart and document individual needs of students daily including diabetic and injury care.
- Served as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions across different levels of care.
Southwest Utah public health department
Public Health Internship
09.2013 - 03.2014
Job overview
- Completed 300+hours of required on-job training and experience with each department
- Worked under the supervision of the Director of Emergency Preparedness and Response and Health Officer
- Established an efficient Closed POD database for the CDC.
Sunroc coorporation
Equipment Operator
08.2007 - 07.2012
Job overview
- Aided in bringing production values from red financially to operating in black with 15% higher revenue margins.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
Walmart distribution center
Receiving
08.2005 - 09.2007
Job overview
- Unloaded and sorted new merchandise to go out to stores
- Corresponded with operations staff to ensure key client deliverables and revenue goals were met.
- Consistently exceeded district performance standards, receiving recognition for teaching excellence.
- Reduced errors in product receiving, ensuring accurate counts and prompt storage of items.
Advanced Care Medical
Area Manager/patient Care Coordinator
09.2004 - 09.2007
Job overview
- Managed St. George, Cedar City, Mesquite areas
- Cared for needs of patients and local doctors’ offices
- Provided latest equipment and increased revenue by 20%
- Marketed services and equipment to local medical facilities and Doctors.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Led team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering positive work environment.
Education
Western Governors UniversitySalt Lake City, UT
Master of Health Leadership
01.2022
University Overview
Southern Utah UniversityCedar City, UT
Bachelor of Science
01.2013
University Overview
Dixie State UniversitySt. George, UT
Associate of Science
01.2011
University Overview
The National Society of Leadership And Success
Leadership Certification
05.2026
University Overview
Skills
- Nine plus years of leadership and program management
- Government Relations
- Team Leadership
- Leadership skills training for IOM
- Fourteen years’ health and medical related experience
- Strong community and internal relationship building
- Strong Presenter and IH Speakers Bureau member
- Business Administration
- Geographical Versatility
- Community Building
- Verbal and written communication
Community Service
Community Service
- Currently serving as Past President for USOPHE (Utah Chapter of the Society for Public Health Education) state board
- State Faith Based Suicide Prevention Workgroup committee member for Utah
- Served five years as community clergy leader-Bishop for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and budgetary oversight of funds
- Southwest Utah United Way advisory board member
- Coalition service on Healthy Dixie Council as Past Chairman, previous Treasurer, Vice-Chair, Local Behavioral Health coalition Reach4Hope, Washington County Prevention Coalition
- QPR Institute Certified Instructor, Vital Cognition Instructor, Counseling on Access to Lethal Mean Instructor
- Eagle Scout
- Ongoing participation in volunteering and community building activities
Timeline
Community Health Program Manager
Intermountain Health
06.2018 - Current
Health Educator
Southwest Utah Public Health Department
09.2014 - 06.2018
Health Coordinator
Washington county school district
07.2014 - 09.2014
Public Health Internship
Southwest Utah public health department
09.2013 - 03.2014
Equipment Operator
Sunroc coorporation
08.2007 - 07.2012
Receiving
Walmart distribution center
08.2005 - 09.2007
Area Manager/patient Care Coordinator
Advanced Care Medical
09.2004 - 09.2007
Western Governors University
Master of Health Leadership
Southern Utah University
Bachelor of Science
Dixie State University
Associate of Science
The National Society of Leadership And Success
Leadership Certification
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