Trish O'keefe
About Trish O'keefe
Trish O'Keefe serves as the President of Morristown Medical Center and the Senior Vice President of Atlantic Health, with a notable background in nursing and healthcare leadership. She has received multiple honors for her contributions to healthcare, including recognition by Irish America magazine and the Margaret C. Haley Award from Seton Hall University.
Current Role at Atlantic Health System
Trish O'Keefe serves as the President of Morristown Medical Center and holds the position of Senior Vice President of Atlantic Health System. Additionally, she is the Chief Nurse Executive for Atlantic Health. Since 2016, she has been instrumental in leading the medical center in Morristown, NJ, focusing on enhancing patient care and operational excellence.
Previous Positions at Atlantic Health System
Trish O'Keefe has held various roles at Atlantic Health System over the years. She worked as a Nurse at Morristown Memorial Hospital from 1981 to 1983, then transitioned to the role of Director/Hospital Administrator from 1983 to 1996. She served as Chief Nursing Officer from 1996 to 2015 and was the Chief Experience Officer from 2012 to 2016. Her extensive experience spans over three decades.
Education and Expertise
Trish O'Keefe holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Philosophy-Nursing from Seton Hall University, where she also earned a Master’s Degree in Nursing Administration. She completed her undergraduate studies in Nursing at Wilkes College. Her educational background supports her expertise in healthcare leadership and nursing excellence.
Achievements and Recognition
Trish O'Keefe has received multiple recognitions for her contributions to healthcare. She was honored by Irish America magazine in its Healthcare and Life Sciences 50 list. Additionally, she received the Margaret C. Haley Award from Seton Hall University. In 2018, she was recognized at the United Nations as one of 21 Nurses with Global Impact.
Contributions to Healthcare Excellence
O'Keefe played a pivotal role in Morristown Medical Center being named one of America's '50 Best Hospitals' for three consecutive years by Healthgrades. She was instrumental in achieving the American Nurses Credentialing Center Magnet Hospital for Nursing Excellence designation four times at the medical center.