Ms. Alexander is the system CNO at DCH Health System, a 787-bed nonprofit hospital spanning two campuses. She manages over 1,200 staff members and a budget exceeding $125 million, providing leadership for critical departments like ICU, NICU, and emergency services. As DCH’s first African American female executive in its 100-year history, Ms. Alexander brings more than 35 years of leadership experience. Since joining, she has reduced nurse-to-patient ratios and improved RN turnover rates, while significantly boosting employee engagement and patient experience. She also initiated DCH’s first community health fair, serving over 800 attendees annually. She was recently honored with the University of Alabama’s “Janet Awtrey Leadership Award” for her contributions to nursing excellence.
