Dr. Batiste oversees nursing operations and patient care services for more than 800 nurses, setting the strategic direction for professional practice, workforce planning, quality and patient safety across the hospital. She aligns nursing goals with organizational priorities while fostering a culture rooted in excellence, empathy and innovation to keep compassionate, evidence-based care at the center of daily operations. Her leadership focuses on translating strategy into execution that advances patient outcomes, supports nurse growth and reinforces nursing excellence across the organization. Dr. Batiste brings a breadth of leadership experience from roles spanning New Orleans-based Ochsner Health and Los Angeles-based UCLA Health, including serving as a CNO and academic leader in nursing. As a board-certified advanced nurse executive and fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, she combines clinical credibility with systems leadership to elevate practice standards and professional development.
