St. Francis Medical Center
Dwanette Judkins has a diverse work experience in the healthcare field. Dwanette worked at St. Francis Medical Center as the Director of Clinical Excellence, where they provided direction and oversight for the Patient Care Services Team. Their responsibilities included improving compliance with core measures, reducing hospital-acquired conditions, and assisting with accreditation readiness. Dwanette also served as the Magnet Program Director during their time at St. Francis Medical Center.
Prior to that, Dwanette worked at Daughters of Charity Health System as the CARE Clinical Project Manager. Dwanette managed a grant-funded project aimed at reducing the mortality rate from Sepsis in two Southern California facilities.
Dwanette's earlier work experience includes a role as an Education Specialist at California Hospital Medical Center.
Overall, Dwanette's work experience demonstrates their expertise in clinical excellence, project management, and education in the healthcare industry.
Dwanette Judkins holds a Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN) from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, obtained from 2002 to 2005. Dwanette also has a Bachelor of Science in Registered Nursing (BSN) from Deaconess College of Nursing, acquired from 1995 to 1998. In addition, they are a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality, certified in 2014.
St. Francis Medical Center
We operate a 384-bed acute care hospital, two community-based health clinics, and one of the largest and busiest private emergency trauma centers in Los Angeles County — treating 84,400 children and adults each year. Last year, more than 5,000 babies were born at SFMC’s Family Life Center, with 875 babies cared for in our state-of-the-art Neonatal Intensive Care Center. Our Healthy Community Initiatives bring health care services to children and families in their schools and neighborhoods. In addition, we operate the Children’s Counseling Center for abused and neglected children, a Health Benefits Resource Center to link individuals and families to health insurance and social service programs, and a broad range of educational and community services programs that improve the health and well-being of children, adults, and seniors throughout our service area.