Brian Dawson, Msn, Rn Bc, CNO R, Cssm
About Brian Dawson, Msn, Rn Bc, CNO R, Cssm
Brian Dawson serves as the System Vice President of Perioperative Services at CommonSpirit Health, where he has been instrumental in enhancing surgical operations and efficiency. He has a diverse background in healthcare leadership, including significant roles in the U.S. Navy and various healthcare organizations.
Current Role at CommonSpirit Health
Brian Dawson serves as the System Vice President of Perioperative Services at CommonSpirit Health since 2018. In this role, he effectively manages 120 hospital operating room leaders and oversees the drafting and coordination of policies. He is also responsible for managing large capital equipment within the organization.
Previous Experience in Surgical Services
Before his current position, Dawson held various roles in surgical services. He was the Vice President of Surgical Services at Salem Health from 2011 to 2012. He also served as Director of Perioperative Services at Centura Health from 2012 to 2015, where he implemented a project that delivered annual cost savings of $10 million by improving Surgical Preference Cards.
Military Background and Leadership
Dawson has a notable military background, having served in the US Navy. He was the Commanding Officer at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Okinawa, Japan, from 2007 to 2009. He also held the position of Chief at the Bureau of Navy Medicine and Surgery from 2009 to 2011, and served as Executive Assistant to the Surgeon General during the same period.
Education and Qualifications
Dawson holds a Master of Science in Nursing and Health Care Administration from Old Dominion University. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from American University. His educational background supports his extensive experience in healthcare management and nursing leadership.
Contributions to Elective Surgery Resumption
Dawson played a vital role in developing the Resumption of Elective Surgery Tool Kit for 137 hospitals across CommonSpirit Health in response to COVID-19. This initiative enabled all facilities to resume elective surgeries without incident within 30 days, demonstrating his commitment to operational excellence in healthcare.