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Riverside Healthcare has welcomed Kathy O'Grady, RN, MSN to the position of Vice President of Clinical Services.

Kathy O'Grady, RN, MSN
In her newly created role, O'Grady is responsible for the strategy, delivery and growth of clinical services at Riverside Healthcare. She will have oversight of the emergency department, peri-operative services, imaging services, ambulance and laboratory services. She will report to the Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
O'Grady has served as the Director of Emergency Services at Riverside since 2012.
"Kathy's extensive nursing experience and exceptional leadership are important assets to Riverside," said Phil Kambic, Riverside President and CEO. "We're pleased to support her growth within the organization."
"Kathy's background in several clinical areas, including in both inpatient and outpatient settings, elevates her level of expertise to best serve our patients," added Kyle Benoit, Riverside Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
O'Grady received her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from Purdue University and her Master's Degree in Nursing from Loyola University. She is a member of the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) and serves on the Harbor House board of directors.
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About Riverside Healthcare

Riverside Healthcare is a fully integrated healthcare system serving the needs of individuals and communities throughout the counties of Kankakee, Iroquois, Will, Grundy, and beyond. As part of the system, Riverside Medical Center, a 300-bed hospital, provides a full scope of inpatient and outpatient care and is a nationally recognized, award-winning Level II Trauma hospital with advanced programs in heart care, cancer care, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and maternity services. Its reputation for nursing excellence has earned Riverside Magnet® designation since 2011, the only area hospital to hold this distinction. Riverside also operates several community, primary, and specialty health centers throughout the region. Learn more about Riverside Healthcare at riversidehealthcare.org.

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