Drew Sechrest
Director of Operations @Emergence Health Holdings
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Operations @Emergence Health Holdings
As Director of Operations, I oversee CareWell Urgent Care’s regional network, combining clinical insight with operational strategy to ensure our sites run efficiently, sustainably, and in alignment with our core values. My focus is on building high-performing teams, reducing burnout, and creating systems that allow providers and staff to do their best work.Key Responsibilities: •Lead operational strategy and execution across 10+ urgent care centers. •Partner with practice managers, site leads, and lead providers to standardize workflows and reduce friction points. •Maintain staffing and scheduling structures that balance patient access, provider well-being, and financial performance. •Drive accountability through consistent communication, clear expectations, and performance review processes. •Support culture and engagement through recognition, fulfillment-based leadership, and team development. •Collaborate with executive leadership to identify and launch new service-line opportunities and community partnerships.Leadership Philosophy:I lead through three commitments—being present, open, and doing what matters. That translates into: •Inquiring before directing—understanding first, then improving. •Informing with clarity—simplifying complex strategies into actionable goals. •Recognizing contributions—because acknowledgment fuels engagement and retention.My approach connects operational excellence with human-centered leadership—ensuring every site not only meets its goals but thrives as part of a stronger, more cohesive regional team.
EDUCATION
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Nursing
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Family Nurse Practitioner; Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Nursing
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University
Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion, Public Health
SKILLS
ABOUT DREW SECHREST
As the Director of Operations at CareWell Urgent Care under Emergence Health Holdings, I lead operational strategies across more than 10 urgent care centers. My role involves collaborating closely with practice managers, site leads, and providers to streamline workflows, optimize staffing, and balance patient care access with provider well-being and financial performance. With a Master of Science in Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion, my career is deeply rooted in advancing systems that empower clinical teams. I am committed to fostering environments where healthcare professionals can thrive, with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and organizational development.
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