Julie Wright

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About Julie Wright

Dedicated to Elevating Patient Outcomes Through Strategic Quality Initiatives As a seasoned Director of Quality Improvement in the dynamic healthcare sector, I am passionate about driving transformative change that directly enhances patient care, operational efficiency, and organizational performance. With rich experience, I have honed my skills in implementing evidence-based quality improvement strategies that optimize clinical workflows and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. My expertise spans quality assessment, process optimization, and performance metrics analysis, enabling me to identify key areas for enhancement and implement sustainable solutions. Key Accomplishments: • Led Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) Team and managed annual Performance Improvement Projects to maintain exceptional care standards, reflected in a 4.5 Stars Outcomes/Process and 5 Stars HHCAPS rating by CMS. • Achieved a 62% to 88% increase in CMS Value-Based Purchasing in 8 months to secure the highest level of reimbursement for the agency. • Improved CMS star rating from 2 to 3 stars in one year signifying enhanced quality of patient care and service delivery. • Supervised and mentored 100+ staff members to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in patient care. • Pioneered a Palliative Care program, scaling from a pilot study to 685 patient consults within four fiscal years. I thrive in collaborative environments, fostering strong partnerships with clinical staff, executives, and regulatory bodies to align quality goals with strategic objectives. My commitment to excellence and innovation drives me to continuously seek opportunities for improvement and deliver measurable results. Let's connect to discuss how I can contribute to advancing quality standards and achieving excellence in your healthcare organization.