Natasha Cohen
New York ,NY
Summary
Experienced health care leader with over 7 years of expertise in clinical operations, healthcare innovation, and process optimization. Proven ability to manage large-scale, complex projects and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to improve health care outcomes, equity, and cost-effectiveness. Key strengths include: Leading multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure environments to improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency. Implementing quality improvement initiatives, including reducing post-operative complications and improving patient safety. Strong experience in designing, launching, and managing health care programs that enhance care equity and reduce costs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Surgery
PFRANKMD
05.2022 - Current
- Lead surgical operations and manage cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards
- Spearheaded Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives, driving clinical improvements that reduced post-operative complications by 15%
- Developed and managed vendor relationships, achieving a 10% reduction in procurement costs while improving operational efficiency through new scheduling systems
- Implemented safety protocols, raising patient satisfaction scores by 20%
- Collaborated with stakeholders to design data-driven strategies for optimizing surgical operations.
Clinical Nurse Manager
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed a 50-member team across critical care units, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality patient care
- Led multiple high-impact projects, including transitioning the unit from Allscripts to EPIC with minimal disruption
- Developed and implemented a Sepsis Bundle Education Program, improving compliance from 30% to 60%
- Led the ICU team through the hospital’s successful Magnet designation, contributing to quality initiatives that advanced patient care.
Registered Nurse
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided direct care to critically ill patients in a 20-bed Medical ICU, managing patients on mechanical ventilation, vasopressors, and CRRT
- Chaired the Evidence-Based Practice Committee, leading the Early Mobility Program that reduced ICU length of stay by 15%
- Collaborated with leadership and external partners to drive quality initiatives, helping secure the hospital's Magnet designation.
Education
Master of Science in Health Care Administration -
Columbia University
New York, NY05.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2015
Skills
- Healthcare Innovation & Leadership: Proven ability to design and implement new health care initiatives focused on improving outcomes and reducing costs
- Project & Program Management: Expertise in managing full lifecycle projects, from research to execution, across multiple stakeholders
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Skilled in working with diverse teams, including portfolio companies, healthcare providers, and insurance carriers
- Quality Improvement: Strong focus on clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and compliance with healthcare regulations
- Data-Driven Strategy: Skilled in developing business cases, conducting research, and leveraging data for decision-making
- Stakeholder Management: Experience in working with internal teams, vendors, and external partners to drive healthcare innovations
License& Certifications
- Registered Professional Nurse (RN)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
References
Available upon request.
Certification
License & Certifications
- Registered Professional Nurse (RN)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Director of Surgery
PFRANKMD
05.2022 - Current
Clinical Nurse Manager
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Rhode Island
Master of Science in Health Care Administration -
Columbia University
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