Julia Lawrence
About Julia Lawrence
Julia Lawrence serves as the Director of Nursing Services at Broadstep Behavioral Health, bringing extensive experience in psychiatric nursing and healthcare management. She has held various nursing roles across multiple healthcare facilities and possesses advanced degrees in Nursing Science and Nursing Administration.
Work at Broadstep Behavioral Health
Julia Lawrence has been serving as the Director of Nursing Services at Broadstep Behavioral Health since 2021. In this role, she oversees nursing operations and ensures the delivery of quality care in a behavioral health setting. Her extensive experience in nursing and healthcare management supports her leadership in this position.
Education and Expertise
Julia Lawrence holds multiple degrees in nursing and healthcare administration. She earned an Associate of Science in Nursing Science from Lakeshore Technical College (2006-2010), a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Concordia University-Wisconsin (2012-2014), and a Master of Science in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing from Walden University (2016-2018). Additionally, she completed a Master of Science in Nursing Administration at Aspen University (2021-2023). Her educational background underpins her expertise in patient advocacy and healthcare management.
Background
Julia Lawrence has a diverse background in nursing, with experience in various healthcare settings. She began her career as a Phlebotomist at Holy Family Memorial (2004-2011) before transitioning to nursing roles. Over the years, she has worked as a Registered Nurse at multiple institutions, including Aurora Health Care and Aya Healthcare. She has also held leadership positions, such as Clinical Services Manager at Rogers Memorial Hospital and Director of Nursing at Pine Haven Christian Communities.
Achievements in Nursing Leadership
Throughout her career, Julia Lawrence has demonstrated her leadership capabilities in nursing. She served as Interim Director of Psychiatric Nursing at Artesia General Hospital for four months in 2017. Her management experience includes overseeing nursing services and ensuring quality care in behavioral health settings. Julia's strong background in psychiatry enhances her ability to lead nursing teams effectively.
Skills in Healthcare Management
Julia Lawrence possesses strong skills in healthcare management, which involve overseeing operations and ensuring quality care in healthcare facilities. Her expertise includes patient advocacy, which focuses on supporting and promoting patients' rights and interests within the healthcare system. These skills are integral to her role as Director of Nursing Services at Broadstep Behavioral Health.