Katrina Hartig DNP, MS, RN, NE-BC
Olmsted Township
Summary
Dynamic Director of Nursing with a proven track record in multidisciplinary team collaboration, quality management, and employee engagement. Committed to driving operational effectiveness and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing, Acute Care and Emergency
Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hosptial
Cleveland
12.2012 - Current
- Directed 275 employees in two inpatient units, the Intensive Care Unit, the Emergency Department, and Nursing Operations.
- Collaborated with organizational leaders to shape operational strategy, aligning with organizational goals
- Manage budgets to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability
- Developed management team through mentorship and guidance, enhancing leadership capabilities
- Cultivated a positive work environment t fostering employee engagement and psychological safety
- Project efficiency and cross-functional collaboration with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management
- Clinical oversight during multiple renovation and construction projects
- 04/2014-10/2014 Interim Director of Nursing, Behavioral Health
- 03/2019 - 12/2024 Director of Nursing, Ambulatory Services prior to restructuring
Nurse Manager, CVICU and Vascular ICU
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland
02.2005 - 12.2012
- Oversaw 250 employees delivering direct patient care, ensuring high standards of service and support
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes
- Ensured professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patients, promoting quality care
- Drove departmental goals through strategic planning and performance metrics, enhancing overall operational effectiveness
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth
- Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives
Assistant Nurse Manager, Cardiothoracic Stepdown
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland
01.2003 - 02.2005
- Provided direct patient care for post-operative cardiothoracic patients in a step-down unit in compliance with regulatory standards
- Managed and motivated employees to provide safe, quality patient care
- Oversight of quality initiatives and metrics
- Enhanced team performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
- Onboarding and clinical precepting of new employees
- Cultivated relationships with interprofessional teams through collaborative efforts
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patients
Army Nurse Corps Officer
United States Army
Varied
08.1995 - 11.2002
- Completed AMEDD Officer Basic Course to establish foundational military medical knowledge for effective patient care.
- Staff Nurse Community Hospital, Orthopedics, Med-Surg, and ICU
- Army Critical Care Course
- Staff Nurse Academic Medical Center, Medical ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab, Surgical ICU, Open Heart Recovery, and Endoscopy Clinic
- Army Head Nurse Course,
- Completed AMEDD Officer Advanced Course to enhance military medical leadership capabilities for improved team performance.
- Completed Army Instructor Trainer Course to acquire skills for teaching military medical personnel.
- Instructed didactic and clinical components of Army LPN Program to prepare nursing personnel for military medical roles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CAMaster of Science - Healthcare Management
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, INDoctor of Nursing Practice - Health Systems Leadership
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, ILSkills
- Policy Development
- Continuous Improvement
- Quality Management
- Emergency response
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Employee engagement
- Team building and staff management
- Leadership development
- Nursing Education
- Risk management
- Patient Experience
Professional and Community Involvement
- Greater Cleveland Fisher House, Board Member 2021-present, Secreatary 11/2025 to present
- Angels on the Avenue, Non-profit, Committee Member, February 2023-present
- Member of Greater Cleveland Organization for Nursing Leadership, 2013-present, Secretary 2018-2021
- Member Ohio Organization for Nursing Leadership 2013-present
- Member American Organization for Nursing Leadership 2013-present
- Member American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 2005-2013
Timeline
Director of Nursing, Acute Care and Emergency
Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hosptial
12.2012 - Current
Nurse Manager, CVICU and Vascular ICU
Cleveland Clinic
02.2005 - 12.2012
Assistant Nurse Manager, Cardiothoracic Stepdown
Cleveland Clinic
01.2003 - 02.2005
Army Nurse Corps Officer
United States Army
08.1995 - 11.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of San Francisco
Master of Science - Healthcare Management
Indiana Wesleyan University
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Health Systems Leadership
Chamberlain University