Irving, Texas-based, physician-led integrated healthcare system USMD Holdings has named Laurie Lewis, RN, as the new CNO of the USMD Hospital at Arlington, Texas.
As CNO, Ms. Lewis will be responsible for planning, organizing and directing the overall operation of nursing services at the hospital, including perioperative services, inpatient and surgical intensive care and the emergency department. She is also responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and patient care quality standards.
Ms. Lewis has more than 22 years of clinical experience as well as 10 years of experience in progressive nursing leadership roles. Prior to joining USMD, Laurie served as vice president of clinical and quality services at Acuity Healthcare in Dallas. Her career also includes roles at Kindred Healthcare in St. Paul, Minn., and Zale Lipshy University Hospitals at UT Southwestern in Dallas.
"[Ms. Lewis] is a highly seasoned healthcare executive who brings tremendous experience to our organization," said Marcia Crim, CEO and former CNO of USMD Hospital at Arlington. "Her background and skills will serve her well in this position. I look forward to working with her and to her many contributions to this dynamic organization."