Robert Merritt MSN, RN

Robert Merritt MSN, RN has extensive work experience in various healthcare organizations. Robert is currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Myrtle Recovery Centers, focusing on substance use disorders in rural Tennessee and Kentucky. Prior to that, they worked as the Chief Nursing Officer at Rennova Health, Inc. Robert'sprevious roles include serving as an Administrative Director at Tenet Healthcare, an Independent Consultant at The Regional Medical Center, and the Senior Director of Nursing Services at Dignity Health. Robert also worked as the Director of Emergency Services, Critical Care Services, and Behavioral Health Services at HCT Executive Interim Management & Consulting. Earlier in their career, they held leadership positions such as Vice President of Ambulatory and Special Services, Interim Chief Nursing Officer, and Director of Patient Care Operations at Saint Francis Medical Center. Additionally, they worked as the Director of Behavioral Health and the Manager of Behavioral Health Services at HCT Executive Interim Solutions. Robert began their career as a Deployment Analyst at Insight Global and later served as a Clinical Nurse Manager at Diamond Healthcare. Throughout their career, Robert has demonstrated expertise in implementing new programs, improving patient care, increasing staff retention, and enhancing operational efficiency.

Robert Merritt MSN, RN completed their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from East Tennessee State University between 1996 and 1999. Robert then pursued further education and obtained a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree from the University of Phoenix from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, Robert has also been enrolled in a program at East Tennessee State University for a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Nursing Science, although specific start and end dates for this program are not provided. Overall, Robert Merritt MSN, RN has a strong educational background in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, with degrees from both East Tennessee State University and the University of Phoenix.