Carteret Health Care
John Lee has over 20 years of experience in risk management, safety, and security. John worked as the Division Director of Risk Management & Safety at Carteret Health Care from 2001 to the present, where they oversaw the organization's Enterprise Risk Management Program, Patient Safety Program, and Environment of Care compliance. John also obtained various insurance coverages, managed legal files for claims, conducted internal investigations, and ensured compliance with patient safety standards. Prior to that, they served as the Director of Safety at Moses Cone Health System from 1991 to 2001.
John Lee attended Central Texas College from 1990 to 1992, where they obtained an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Business Administration and Management. Following this, they pursued further education at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro from 1992 to 1994, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Administration and Management.
In addition to their formal education, John Lee obtained certifications in the field of safety management. In January 2001, they became a Certified Healthcare Safety Professional through the International Board for Certification of Safety Managers. Later, in December 2007, they also earned the designation of Certified Patient Safety Officer from the same institution.
Carteret Health Care
Carteret Health Care is an independent, 135-bed hospital serving Eastern North Carolina on the beautiful Crystal Coast of Morehead City. Carteret Health Care leads the way to healthier lives through innovations in safety, quality, service and superior value. As a not-for-profit Medical Center, we offer a full range of acute care, diagnostic and outpatient services at a level that you would only expect at a larger facility. While providing quality health care with exceptional compassion and respect, Carteret Health Care is also a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. Since opening our doors in 1967, Carteret Health Care, the new name for Carteret General Hospital, has grown from a small organization to a full-service medical center. The physicians and staff of Carteret Health are among the finest health care providers in eastern Carolina. As the second largest employer in Carteret County, the hospital has remained committed to improving our community’s health, becoming the employer of choice, and being the best community hospital. Carteret Health Care is fully accredited by The Joint Commission. Our Hospital offers a full range of acute care, diagnostic and outpatient services including a comprehensive Cancer Center, CHC Imaging Center, Wound & Bariatric Center, Hospice and Home Health, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Physical Rehabilitation, a Birthing Center and dialysis. Overlooking the sounds and beaches of the Crystal Coast, our hospital is minutes from historic Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, and Shackleford Banks, where the wild horses roam. Carteret County is also home to some of the best sport fishing in the world.