Paula Sleeman
About Paula Sleeman
Paula Sleeman serves as the Director of Quality and Medicine Services at Cornwall Community Hospital, where she has worked since 2018. With over a decade of experience in various leadership roles at the hospital, she emphasizes resource efficiency and patient-centered care.
Work at Cornwall Community Hospital
Paula Sleeman has held multiple leadership roles at Cornwall Community Hospital since 2004. She served as the Director of Medicine Program from 2004 to 2008, followed by the role of Director of Patient Access and Community Liaison from 2008 to 2017. In 2017, she transitioned to the position of Director of Medicine and Community Liaison for one year. Since 2018, she has been the Director of Quality and Medicine Services, focusing on enhancing the quality of care and patient experiences.
Education and Expertise
Paula Sleeman studied at the University of Ottawa, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from 1989 to 2004. Prior to that, she attended CEGEP de l'Outaouais, obtaining a Diplome d'education general et professionel in Nursing from 1982 to 1985. Her educational background supports her expertise in healthcare management and quality assurance.
Background
Paula Sleeman has a comprehensive background in nursing and healthcare administration. Her career at Cornwall Community Hospital spans over 15 years, during which she has taken on various roles that emphasize patient care and program development. Her experience includes collaboration with diverse healthcare teams to improve service delivery.
Achievements
In her current role as Director of Quality and Medicine Services, Paula Sleeman focuses on ensuring efficient resource use while maintaining a patient and family-centered approach in program development. She emphasizes improving patient and caregiver experiences by enhancing information sharing during transition points in care.