Michael Uzitas, Rn, MBA
About Michael Uzitas, Rn, MBA
Michael Uzitas, RN, MBA, is a Lean Management System (Value by Design and PI) Coach and Facilitator/Director of Clinical Services at Scripps Health with over 20 years of experience in nursing and clinical leadership roles.
Company
Michael Uzitas is currently employed at Scripps Health, where he serves as a Lean management system (Value by Design and PI) coach and facilitator, as well as Director of Clinical Services. Scripps Health is a prominent healthcare provider in California, recognized for delivering exceptional patient care and implementing innovative healthcare solutions.
Lean Management System Coach
Michael Uzitas has been a Lean management system (Value by Design and PI) coach and facilitator at Scripps Health since 2014. In this role, he is responsible for promoting and implementing lean management principles to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in healthcare delivery. Key responsibilities include coaching teams, facilitating process improvements, and ensuring the integration of lean methodologies into clinical and operational practices.
Clinical Leadership at Scripps Health
Michael Uzitas has held multiple leadership positions at Scripps Health. From 2009 to 2014, he was the Senior Director of Clinical Services. Prior to this, he worked as the Director of Cardiology and Endoscopy at Green Hospital from 2007 to 2009, and Manager of the Cardiac Cath Lab in La Jolla from 2005 to 2007. His initial role at Scripps Health was as an RN - CCL from 2004 to 2005. These roles have endowed him with extensive experience in clinical and operational management in various healthcare settings.
Background in Cardiac and Critical Care
Michael Uzitas has a robust background in cardiac and critical care nursing. His roles at Scripps Health included managing the Cardiac Cath Lab and directing Cardiology and Endoscopy services. He also served as an RN at the Cleveland Clinic, working in CCL and Emergency Room capacities, honing his skills in high-pressure and critical care environments. His early career involved critical care nursing at Tampa General Hospital and telemetry nursing at Shands at the University of Florida.
Education and Expertise
Michael Uzitas holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Loyola Marymount University, College of Business Administration. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Dietetics/Dietitian from the University of Florida. His educational background, combined with over 20 years of experience in nursing and clinical leadership, positions him as an expert in healthcare management and clinical operations.