John Green

About John Green

I am a healthcare executive with 28 years of experience leading complex clinical operations, workforce strategy, and organizational transformation—most recently as a Chief Nursing Officer in a rural health system navigating growth, workforce pressure, and operational change.My work sits at the intersection of strategy, people, and performance. I partner with CEOs and executive teams to address healthcare’s most pressing challenges: workforce instability, throughput constraints, rising labor costs, and the need to modernize care delivery without sacrificing quality or culture.In addition to operational leadership, I am trained as a healthcare executive coach, supporting senior and emerging leaders in developing the mindset, skills, and systems required to lead effectively in today’s high-stakes healthcare environment.Executive Focus Areas• Enterprise nursing and workforce strategy• Workforce stabilization, retention, and engagement• Staffing optimization and labor cost management• Care delivery redesign and team-based models• Throughput, patient flow, and ED performance improvement• Executive coaching and leadership development• Culture transformation and technology-enabled careLeadership PhilosophyI believe sustainable performance is achieved when strategy, workforce design, and leadership behavior are aligned. I lead with clarity, accountability, and collaboration—building environments where nurses and leaders are empowered to perform at their best while advancing organizational goals. I am especially passionate about supporting rural and mid-sized health systems, where strong leadership and workforce strategy can have an outsized impact.Selected Impact• Reduced ED LWBS by 55% through throughput redesign• Lowered labor costs by $1.5M annually while improving staffing stability• Reduced RN turnover by 40%, strengthening engagement and trust• Designed innovative, team-based care models supporting the Quadruple Aim• Advised executive leaders on workforce redesign and change managementCredentialsDHA | MSN | RN (NY)| Certified Healthcare Leadership Coach | Nurse Executive Advanced - Board CertifiedI bring a rare combination of front-line credibility, executive strategy, and coaching expertise. I am open to confidential conversations regarding executive leadership, advisory, or coaching opportunities aligned with workforce transformation, operational excellence, and organizational growth.

Experience

1. Strategic Healthcare Workforce Management Expert Advisor

   Guidepoint

   Jan 2020 — Present

   Guidepoint is a recruiting firm that covers 150 areas of industry. As an advisor, I am a Problem Solver Extraordinaire, helping start ups and established healthcare companies gain insight for workforce planning and operational efficiency.Recent consultations include RN recruiting and retention strategies, RN agency and international agency strategy, patient flow strategy, and general hospital operations.

Education

• Vermont Technical College

  Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

• Academy of Medical & Health Science

  Honor Graduate , Medical Specialist

  1996 — 1997

• Capella University

  Doctorate of Healthcare Administration, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

• Kaplan University

  Master's degree, Nursing Administration

  2012 — 2015

• Kaplan University

  Bachelor's degree, Nursing Administration