Kathleen Culliton
About Kathleen Culliton
Kathleen Culliton is the Patient Care Manager at Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo, with extensive experience in patient care and clinical leadership.
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Kathleen Culliton serves as the Patient Care Manager at Scripps Health, currently holding this position at the Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo.
Professional Experience at Scripps Health
Kathleen Culliton possesses a long-standing history with Scripps Health. She has acted as the Supervisor of Patient Care in the Divisions of Neurosurgery and Vascular Surgery from 2014 to 2016. Before that, she dedicated 25 years, from 1989 to 2014, serving as a Neurosurgical Clinician at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines. Her sustained contributions demonstrate her commitment to improving patient care.
Early Career at Samaritan Hospital
Kathleen Culliton commenced her professional journey at Samaritan Hospital, where she served as an Emergency Department RN from 1982 to 1989 in Troy, NY. This role helped hone her skills and provided a solid foundation for her in the healthcare field.
Education and Credentials
Kathleen Culliton's educational background includes a Diploma/Associates in Registered Nursing from Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing, obtained between 1979 and 1982. Her formal education equipped her with foundational knowledge and skills to excel in various healthcare roles.
Initiatives and Leadership Roles
Kathleen Culliton has taken an active role in various initiatives at Scripps Health. She serves as the clinical champion for Population Health, emphasizing Diabetes, Hypertension, and cancer screenings. She leads the Patient Satisfaction team, aiming to boost employee engagement and patient experience. Additionally, she initiated the first Patient Experience Forum and oversees the Pediatric Model Practice in Lean management via Tier II Leadership. Since 2014, she is a member of the Clinical Practice Council and also mentors graduate medical assistants in clinical studies.