Conemaugh Health System Celebrates Nine Graduates from 2024 Aspiring Leadership Program, Announces 11 New Members for 2025 Class
January 9, 2025
Conemaugh Health System is pleased to announce the graduation of nine healthcare professionals from its 2024 Aspiring Leadership Program (ALP), a key initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders within the organization. In addition, the health system has selected 11 new participants for the 2025 cohort of the program.
Launched in 2013, the Aspiring Leadership Program equips employees with essential leadership skills through mentoring, job shadowing, field experiences, and professional development opportunities. Since its inception, more than 100 employees have graduated from the program. Many have advanced into management roles and higher-level positions, helping to ensure Conemaugh Health System continues to deliver exceptional care to the community.
“We believe that our employees are the driving force behind Conemaugh Health System’s success, and we are deeply committed to their growth and development,” said Dr. Rodney Reider, Chief Executive Officer and Market President of Conemaugh Health System. “The Aspiring Leadership Program is an investment in our people, providing the education, mentorship, and resources needed to empower our team members. By strengthening our leaders, we enhance our care for our patients and families.”
2024 Aspiring Leadership Program Graduates:
- Kylie Debias, Registered Nurse, Catheterization Lab, CMMC
- Kasey Hagens, Licensed Practical Nurse, CMMC
- Kirstin Hawksworth, Registered Nurse, Trauma Coordinator, Conemaugh Nason
- Ericka Kittle, Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse, Conemaugh Nason
- Kayla Makin, Medical Laboratory Scientist, CMMC
- Katie McCombs, Lead Vascular Technician, CMMC
- Phoebe Sanna, Lead Phlebotomist, CMMC
- Marah Yachere, Registered Nurse, Surgical Services, Conemaugh Meyersdale
- Stephen Zaragoza, Lead Echo Sonographer, CMMC
2025 Aspiring Leadership Program Cohort:
- Kelley Alshehri, Critical Care Supervisor, CMMC
- Sydney Gavazzoni, Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, CMMC
- Danett Harr, Case Worker, CMMC
- Deanne Knab, Registered Nurse, Float Team, CMMC
- Jessica Lugar, Registered Nurse, Nurse Educator, CMMC
- Lynne McQuillan, Employee Health Wellness Coordinator, CMMC
- John Regan, Lead Patient Transporter, CMMC
- Cameron Roxby, Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, CMMC
- Chantel Urban, Cardiac Sonographer, CMMC
- Leann Welsh, Registered Nurse, Palliative Care Unit, CMMC
The Aspiring Leadership Program reflects Conemaugh Health System’s ongoing dedication to developing the leaders of tomorrow and fostering a work environment that encourages professional growth and personal advancement.