Jessica Patterson
About Jessica Patterson
Jessica Patterson is a Program Manager with over a decade of experience in educational program management. She has worked at Scripps Health and currently at CommonSpirit Health, implementing methodologies to enhance process efficiencies and focusing on data strategy to improve educational outcomes.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Jessica Patterson serves as a Program Manager - Education at CommonSpirit Health since 2021. In this role, she focuses on aligning educational initiatives with the organization's goals. Her responsibilities include overseeing program development and implementation, ensuring that educational programs meet the needs of the healthcare workforce. She applies her extensive experience in educational program management to enhance learning opportunities within the organization.
Previous Experience at Scripps Health
Prior to her current role, Jessica Patterson worked at Scripps Health for over nine years, holding the position of Education Program Manager from 2012 to 2021. In this capacity, she was responsible for managing educational programs aimed at improving staff competencies and patient care. Additionally, she served as an IS Project Manager from 2010 to 2012, where she contributed to information systems projects that supported organizational objectives.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Patterson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies/Education from California State University, Chico. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, and Peacebuilding from California State University-Dominguez Hills between 2015 and 2017. Her educational background equips her with the skills necessary for effective program management and conflict resolution in educational settings.
Professional Skills and Methodologies
Jessica Patterson possesses over a decade of experience in educational program management, with a strong emphasis on aligning organizational goals with educational outcomes. She has implemented LEAN Six Sigma methodologies to improve process efficiencies within educational programs. Her focus on data strategy enhances decision-making processes and contributes to better educational outcomes.