Jill Ryan

Jill Ryan, CPHQ, CPPS, currently serves as the Executive Director of Quality at UNC Health Blue Ridge, where responsibilities include leading a team in the development and implementation of quality and performance improvement initiatives, with a focus on regulatory compliance and patient safety. Prior experience includes the role of Director of Patient Safety at Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center, where Jill aligned patient safety strategies with organizational goals and managed emergency responses, including the COVID-19 pandemic. As Chief Executive Officer at Courtemanche & Associates, Jill advanced the company's strategic vision, promoting business growth and regulatory compliance consulting services while advocating for patient safety reform. Earlier roles included Director of Administrative Services and Patient Safety Officer at Saint Clare's Health System, overseeing regulatory compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, and the Department of Health, while leading patient safety initiatives and managing a significant budget.