Ms. Strider is CNO for UVA Community Health, leading nursing operations across three acute-care hospitals as well as a network of ambulatory clinics in Northern Virginia and surrounding counties. She aligns nursing practice with UVA Health’s strategic priorities and Magnet standards while overseeing inpatient, emergency, procedural and ambulatory nursing, emphasizing workforce development, shared governance and safe, efficient care delivery. Ms. Strider has driven measurable workforce gains, including reduced agency utilization and large-scale RN hiring, all while expanding clinical ladders, preceptor programs and academic partnerships to strengthen recruitment and succession. She previously served as interim chief nursing and quality officer and as chief quality officer, where she led regulatory readiness, safety, infection control and accreditation outcomes, resulting in achievements including Leapfrog “A” ratings and zero-deficiency Joint Commission surveys. Her leadership is credited with benchmark performance across quality metrics and coordinated community impact during Covid-19, including large-scale vaccination delivery. Known for high visibility and authentic engagement, she builds cultures of accountability and empowerment so frontline nurses shape practice and performance. She also serves on the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association quality board advisory council.
