Lucy Nugent

Lucy Nugent has a comprehensive work experience in the healthcare industry. Lucy began their career at the Children's University Hospital in Dublin, where they worked in Clinical & Patient Services for over a decade. In 2010, they joined the Health Management Institute, serving as Hon. Secretary until 2016. In the same year, they became Vice President of the Health Management Institute of Ireland and later served as its President until 2019. Additionally, they worked briefly at the HSE as Head of Quality Assurance & Risk Management, Acute Hospitals Division. Since 2014, Lucy has been employed at Tallaght University Hospital, holding various leadership positions, including Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO. Lucy is currently serving as Chief Executive Officer. Lucy's commitment to the healthcare field extends beyond their professional roles. Lucy is a Board Member of Operation Smile Ireland and will serve as the President of the European Association of Hospital Managers in 2022.

Lucy Nugent holds an MSc degree in Health Services Management from Trinity College Dublin, which they obtained from 2006 to 2008. Lucy also pursued a degree in Nursing Studies from Dublin City University, although the exact dates are not specified. Additionally, Lucy attended Loreto College in Dublin, but details about their degree or field of study are not available. Recently, from 2019 to 2021, they attended IESE Business School, where they completed the Advanced Management Program (AMP).