Joshua Lystra
About Joshua Lystra
Joshua Lystra is a Program Manager for Virtual Health at CommonSpirit Health, where he focuses on delivering cost-effective, quality patient care. He has a diverse background in nursing and healthcare management, with expertise in population health management and project management methodologies.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Joshua Lystra serves as the Program Manager for Virtual Health at CommonSpirit Health, a role he has held since 2020. Based in Tacoma, Washington, he focuses on enhancing patient care through cost-effective solutions. His responsibilities include overseeing the strategic development and implementation of virtual health initiatives that align with the organization's goals. Lystra's work aims to improve access to quality healthcare services for patients while optimizing operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Lystra earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Western Washington University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He also holds an Associate's degree in Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training from Bates Technical College, completed in 2007. Additionally, he obtained an Associate of Science in Registered Nursing from Tacoma Community College in 2008. Lystra has expertise in population health management tools and applies LEAN and Agile project management processes in his work.
Background
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, Joshua Lystra accumulated extensive experience in nursing and healthcare management. He worked as a Registered Nurse at Franciscan Health System from 2008 to 2013 and later at MultiCare Health System until 2021. He also served as an RN Clinical Informaticist at CHI Franciscan Health from 2015 to 2020. His diverse background in nursing and informatics has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of patient care and healthcare systems.
Achievements
Joshua Lystra has contributed to various healthcare initiatives throughout his career. His focus on cost-effective patient care and expertise in population health management tools have been pivotal in his roles. By applying project management methodologies such as LEAN and Agile, he has worked towards achieving organizational goals and improving healthcare delivery. His experience across multiple healthcare systems has allowed him to develop a well-rounded perspective on patient care and operational efficiency.