As CNO at Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics, Ms. Horn has led transformative initiatives to elevate patient care, nursing empowerment and innovation. Under her leadership, Salem Health has achieved multiple Magnet designations. Ms. Horn’s vision drove the on-time, on-budget completion of Salem Hospital’s new seven-story patient tower and emergency department renovation amid the Covid-19 pandemic, significantly expanding patient capacity. She also oversaw the opening of a 36-bed extended care unit and a 33-bed swing unit to ensure patients received appropriate post-acute care. Known for fostering a supportive, highly engaged nursing workforce, Ms. Horn’s initiatives have reduced turnover and enhanced job satisfaction, translating into exceptional patient care. Deeply committed to community health, she serves on various boards, including the Oregon State Board of Nursing and the Liberty House Child Abuse Assessment Center.
