Donna Pritchard
About Donna Pritchard
Donna Pritchard serves as the Vice President of Clinical Services at CipherHealth, bringing over 33 years of nursing experience and 23 years in leadership roles focused on patient outcomes and staff engagement.
Work at CipherHealth
Donna Pritchard has been serving as the Vice President of Clinical Services at CipherHealth since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing clinical operations and patient care initiatives. Her leadership aims to integrate technology and clinical practices to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare delivery.
Education and Expertise
Donna Pritchard holds multiple advanced degrees in nursing and administration. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Samford University in 2022, a Master's degree in Nursing Administration from the University of Alabama Huntsville from 1997 to 1999, and a Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in clinical and administrative roles.
Background
Donna Pritchard has a comprehensive background in nursing and healthcare administration, with over 33 years of experience as a registered nurse. She worked at North Mississippi Medical Center for 32 years, where she held various positions including Chief Nurse Executive and Administrator. Her leadership experience spans 23 years, focusing on patient outcomes and staff engagement.
Achievements
Donna Pritchard is recognized for her contributions to healthcare, having won the Baldridge award twice. She has served as Interim President for the largest rural hospital in America and has spent a decade in acute care, particularly in neurosurgery and emergency departments. Additionally, she is an adjunct faculty member for the University of United States Family Nurse Practitioner Program.
Leadership Philosophy
Donna Pritchard emphasizes the importance of staff mental and physical health in reducing hospital readmission rates. She advocates for continuing education for healthcare staff to enhance recruitment and retention, reflecting her commitment to improving the healthcare workforce and patient care.