Kim Jerger
About Kim Jerger
Kim Jerger is a Program Executive at ValueHealth LLC, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in healthcare management, including roles at NCH Healthcare System and Mercy Health, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Registered Nursing from Wright State University.
Work at ValueHealth
Kim Jerger has been serving as a Program Executive at ValueHealth LLC since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various programs and initiatives within the organization. Prior to her current position, she worked at ValueHealth as a Senior Clinical Director from 2022 to 2023, where she contributed to clinical operations and program development.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Before joining ValueHealth, Kim Jerger held several significant positions in healthcare organizations. She worked at NCH Healthcare System as the OR Director from 2020 to 2021 and as the Service Line Director of Surgical Operations from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she served as the Director of Clinical Services at Mercy Health from 2013 to 2016 and as the Interim Hospital Administrator from 2016 to 2017. Her experience spans various roles, including management and clinical services.
Educational Background
Kim Jerger studied at Wright State University, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Registered Nursing from 1987 to 1991. She also completed her secondary education at Bryan High School. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in nursing and healthcare management.
Expertise and Skills
Kim Jerger possesses expertise in several key areas, including Physician Relations and the U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). She has strong skills in Clinical Research and Epidemiology, which complement her extensive experience in program and project management. Her background in Pediatrics further enhances her qualifications in the healthcare sector.
Career in Infection Prevention
Throughout her career, Kim Jerger has held multiple roles focused on infection prevention. She worked as the System Manager of Infection Prevention at Parkview Health from 2017 to 2018 and as a Senior Infection Preventionist at Mercy Health from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she served as an Infection Control Practitioner at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center from 2009 to 2012. Her work in this area has contributed to improved health outcomes in various healthcare settings.