Dr. Cepero provides enterprisewide nursing and patient care leadership, partnering closely with leaders across outpatient, treatment center and inpatient settings to ensure seamless care delivery. He has spent his entire career in nursing leadership roles and is deeply passionate about advancing care for babies, children and mothers. Dr. Cepero is known for his ability to design highly collaborative administrative structures that support professional practice, cost-effective operations, and exceptional patient and family experiences. Most recently, he served as CNO for the University of Michigan’s C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital in Ann Arbor, where he led all aspects of nursing administration across both organizations. In that role, he established a nursing philanthropy committee, implemented a systemwide senior leadership rounding program and co-led the organization’s response to the opioid crisis.
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Becker's Recognition
Jesus Cepero, PhD, RNhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
Hospital and Health System CNOs to Know
CNOs are responsible for overseeing nursing departments, launching novel initiatives and maintaining outstanding patient care outcomes. These leaders bring a unique blend of clinical and leadership experience to their roles.
Nurse Executive
2025 Winner

