Lisa Schmitz
About Lisa Schmitz
Lisa Schmitz serves as the Regional Vice President of Operations at CommonSpirit Health, where she has implemented innovative healthcare programs and systems across multiple states. With a background in nursing and extensive experience in palliative care, she has a proven track record of reducing turnover rates and expanding patient services.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Lisa Schmitz has served as the Regional Vice President of Operations at CommonSpirit Health since 2017. In this role, she oversees operations across multiple locations, focusing on enhancing healthcare delivery through innovative solutions. Her leadership emphasizes the integration of telehealth and virtual care, utilizing platforms such as Zoom to improve patient access and engagement. Schmitz's strategic oversight supports the organization's mission to provide quality healthcare services in the Papillion, Nebraska area.
Previous Experience at AseraCare
Prior to her current role, Lisa Schmitz worked as the Executive Director at AseraCare from 2006 to 2017. During her 11 years in this position, she managed operations in the Greater Omaha Area and Southwest Iowa. Schmitz achieved a notable 0% turnover rate for four consecutive years while overseeing the Home Health, Hospice, and Palliative Medicine Program. She also expanded the Community-based Palliative Program, increasing its patient census to over 200.
Leadership at CHI Health at Home
From 2017 to 2022, Lisa Schmitz held the position of Regional Vice President at CHI Health at Home in the Lincoln, Nebraska area. In this capacity, she led the transition from traditional paper charting to the electronic medical record system, Home Care Home Base, for both Hospice and Home Health services. This initiative aimed to enhance operational efficiency and improve patient care documentation.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Schmitz studied at Iowa Western Community College, where she earned an Associate's degree in Registered Nursing from 1990 to 1993. Her educational background laid the foundation for her extensive career in healthcare operations, particularly in home health, hospice, and palliative care. Schmitz's expertise includes program development, electronic medical record implementation, and telehealth services.
Community Palliative Care Initiatives
Lisa Schmitz developed a Community Palliative Care Program and implemented an SNF at Home Program, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing patient care options. These initiatives reflect her focus on providing comprehensive care solutions that meet the needs of patients and families, particularly in the context of chronic illness management and end-of-life care.