Ms. Watridge serves as the chief nursing and operations officer for Atlantic Health System’s Hackettstown and Newton medical centers, overseeing daily operations including nursing, case management and patient experience. Leveraging her strong leadership and communication skills, she ensures both hospitals deliver high-quality care while supporting their nursing teams. Ms. Watridge has launched several new initiatives, such as sports cardiology and heart valve programs, and has successfully opened a hybrid operating room suite to enhance procedural capabilities. She has also driven an advanced Magnet journey for both facilities, establishing a Pathways Steering Committee and implementing peer reviews. Under her leadership, both hospitals have received multiple patient safety and quality awards. Additionally, she has fostered partnerships with local universities to provide clinical training for nursing students.
