Chris Womack, RN: Championing Patient Care and Reducing Readmissions at Atrium Medical Center
Driving Innovative Care Strategies and Enhancing Patient Outcomes
Chris Womack, a dedicated Readmissions Nurse Case Manager, is known for her unwavering commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovative care strategies. Since joining Atrium Medical Center in Middletown, Ohio in 2017, Chris has played a pivotal role in the hospital’s mission to reduce readmissions by closely examining and addressing the needs of patients who are readmitted within 30 days, with a particular focus on specific diagnoses that impact care quality and hospital reimbursement.
Chris’s educational background is as diverse as her professional experience. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (2000) and a Master’s Degree in Organizational Development (2001) from Bowling Green State University, where she focused on managing organizational change and enhancing process efficiencies. Focusing on her commitment to healthcare, Chris obtained a Master of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Toledo College of Nursing in 2008, completing the Clinical Nurse Leader program and passing her NCLEX to become a Registered Nurse.
With over 16 years of nursing experience, Chris has held various roles that showcase her expertise in patient care and staff education. From her beginnings as a Registered Nurse in a trauma-based ICU step-down unit at Miami Valley Hospital, to her role as a Nursing Clinical Educator, Associate Nurse Manager at Good Samaritan Hospital, and now as the Readmissions Case Manager for Atrium Medical Center, Chris has consistently demonstrated her ability to mentor and support both patients and healthcare staff. She has developed key competencies for nursing staff and actively participated in hospital-wide education initiatives, reflecting her passion for fostering an environment of continuous learning.
During her tenure at all three hospitals, which are part of the Premier Health Network, Chris honed her skills with each new role, gaining invaluable insights into patient advocacy, case management, staff education, and the development of new processes and policies. Her comprehensive experience has positioned her as a leader in the field of nursing, especially in implementing strategies that reduce patient readmissions.
Chris Womack’s dedication, expertise, and compassionate approach to healthcare continue to make a significant impact at Atrium Medical Center, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care and support throughout their healthcare journey.
Learn More about Chris Womack:
Through her online profile, https://todaysnurse.org/nurse/4149536
