The River Hospital Board of Directors announced Kelley Tiernan has been appointed permanent CEO. Tiernan took on the interim role after previous CEO, Emily Mastaler departed to pursue a new opportunity last May.
“Having served as interim CEO since March 2024, Kelley has proven her leadership capabilities and has earned the board’s full confidence, as well as that of our staff, providers, and members of the communities in which River serves,” said Norman E. Snyder, River Hospital Board Chairman. “She is the appropriate leader to strategically guide the organization into its next phase while continuing to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare.”
Ms. Tiernan will continue to focus on achieving long-term sustainability through efficient operations and strategic growth to continue to meet patient needs. Ms. Tiernan has been a hospital financial leader for more than 27 years. During her tenure, she has successfully supported ongoing service line and operational development, and she has provided direct oversight for multiple departments such as Finance, Materials Management, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Revenue Cycle.
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“It is an honor for me to take on this role and I am grateful for the opportunity to continue working with the incredible team and staff here at River,” said Ms. Tiernan. “I look forward to further transformation and growth while also advancing our mission to make healthcare more comprehensive and accessible to the communities we serve.”
