In this episode of Elevate Care, host Kerry Perez dives into the dynamic world of healthcare leadership with Cory Geffre, MSMSL BSN, RN, Executive Vice President of Hospital Operations and Chief Nursing Officer at Altru Health. Cory takes us on his inspiring journey from bedside nursing to the executive suite, sharing hard-earned lessons and actionable insights along the way.
Discover the five essential pillars of leadership—developing people, managing performance, building teams, improving operations, and achieving results—and how they can transform not just your leadership style but your entire organization. Cory also opens up about the power of self-awareness, the importance of empathy, and why continuous learning is the secret sauce for staying ahead in the ever-evolving healthcare industry.
Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with wisdom, real-world strategies, and a refreshing dose of honesty about the challenges and opportunities in healthcare leadership.
Chapters:
- 00:00 Introduction to Healthcare Leadership
- 03:00 From Bedside to Boardroom: Cory’s Leadership Journey
- 05:58 The Five Pillars of Leadership Excellence
- 08:59 Developing People: The Heart of Leadership
- 11:54 Building Resilient Teams That Thrive
- 15:04 Fixing Broken Systems: Improving Healthcare Operations
- 18:05 Driving Results Through Accountability
- 21:55 Soft Skills That Make Hard Impacts
- 25:00 Leading with Empathy: Why It Matters
- 28:01 Lifelong Learning: The Key to Staying Ahead
- 30:54 Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways for Healthcare Leaders
About Cory Geffre
Cory Geffre, MSMSL BSN, RN, is the executive vice president of hospital operations and chief nursing officer at Altru, providing executive leadership for the organization and oversight of nursing practices, clinical services, and evidence-based patient care services. Geffre’s passion is building dynamic, diverse and engaged teams that deliver consistent high-quality healthcare to patients. Geffre has over 22 years of experience in healthcare leadership, business development and operational efficiency.
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Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Learn more about the show here.
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