Kristine Blanchard
About Kristine Blanchard
Kristine Blanchard serves as the Division Director of Corporate Responsibility at CommonSpirit Health, a position she has held since 2019. With a background in nursing and extensive experience in healthcare compliance and patient care services, she has contributed to the field for over two decades.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Kristine Blanchard has served as the Division Director of Corporate Responsibility at CommonSpirit Health since 2019. In this role, she focuses on promoting ethical practices and corporate accountability within the organization. Her responsibilities include overseeing initiatives that align with the organization's mission to improve community health and well-being. Blanchard's work supports the strategic goals of CommonSpirit Health, which operates numerous healthcare facilities across California.
Previous Experience at Dignity Health
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, Kristine Blanchard worked at Dignity Health for three years as the Service Area Compliance Director from 2016 to 2019. In this capacity, she managed compliance-related activities and ensured adherence to healthcare regulations within the Dignity Health Central Coast region. Prior to that, she held the position of Director of Patient Care Services from 1999 to 2016 in Santa Maria, California, where she oversaw patient care operations and staff management.
Education and Expertise
Kristine Blanchard holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree from California State University, Northridge. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Mount Saint Mary's University. Her educational background equips her with the skills necessary for leadership roles in healthcare management and compliance, contributing to her effectiveness in corporate responsibility initiatives.
Background
Kristine Blanchard has extensive experience in the healthcare sector, spanning over two decades. Her career began in nursing, where she developed a strong foundation in patient care. Over the years, she transitioned into leadership roles, focusing on compliance and corporate responsibility. Blanchard's professional journey reflects her commitment to improving healthcare practices and ensuring quality service delivery.