Dr. Biggs leads the strategic and financial development of nursing across Jackson Health System, a large public healthcare network encompassing seven hospitals, two long-term care nursing facilities, urgent care centers, and multiple primary and specialty care sites. She sets systemwide priorities for nursing practice, standards of care, continuous improvement, and regulatory and accreditation alignment, partnering closely with medical staff to embed best practices in care delivery across the enterprise. Since joining the system in 2017, she has guided operational and strategic planning to ensure consistent nursing policies and high-quality practice across diverse settings. Beyond her executive responsibilities, Dr. Biggs supports workforce and professional development through academic and community engagement, serving as adjunct faculty at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies and at Florida International University’s Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences. She is active in national professional organizations including the American Organization for Nursing Leadership and the American College of Healthcare Executives, and she was recognized with a lifetime achievement award from The Nurses Magazine in 2025.
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Becker's Recognition
Carol Biggs, DHSc, RNhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2025 Winner

