Dr. Foley serves as both chief nursing executive and chief transformation officer at Hackensack Meridian Health, where she oversees nursing practices across 18 hospitals and drives clinical transformation initiatives. Her leadership is focused on supporting chief nurses, addressing workforce challenges, and expanding educational opportunities, all while embracing technology to enhance patient care. Recognizing the importance of Magnet designation, she actively guides hospitals through the redesignation process and integrates HMH’s nursing schools to establish a robust workforce pipeline for new graduate nurses. Dr. Foley is also tasked with reimagining HMH’s operations, overseeing over 500 projects aimed at financial recovery and enhancing organizational efficiency. She has implemented successful programs, such as a nurse externship initiative, to attract and retain talent. Her extensive experience and commitment to community service have earned her numerous accolades, including the NJBIZ “Best Women in Business” award.
