Charles A. Jones joined the Cook County Health team in March 2012 as Director of Strategic Sourcing and Contract Management and has served in his current role of Chief Procurement Officer since September 2017. In this role, Charles oversees the health system’s strategic sourcing and procurement, contracting and contract management, materials management and logistics, value analysis and vendor management. Prior...
At Cook County Health, we focus on original and collaborative projects that expand our understanding of disease states that affect our patients We work to understand the root causes of health care disparities that affect the public. We also conduct research projects that allow our patients to have access to cutting edge treatments or study ways to deliver high-quality, cost-effective...
...the organization. She is also working with the health system’s leadership team to develop and implement programs that enhance diversity and demonstrate proven results creating a positive care environment for patients and a positive work environment for employees. Prior to joining Cook County Health, Ms. Andrews spent almost a decade serving as the Chief Procurement Officer for the City of...
...organizational change and behavior as it relates to the use of data, and defining a data strategy that best supports organizational priority. Ms. Grasso, who has been with the health system for more than 12 years, previously served as Director of Decision Support. She has a Master of Public Health degree in epidemiology from the University of Illinois at Chicago....
Established in 1998 in a partnership between Cook County Hospital and Rush University Medical Center, the Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center is one of the largest HIV/AIDS clinics in the U.S. specializing in prevention, care and research of HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases....
Provident Hospital of Cook County provides a wide array of health care services to the residents of Cook County, particularly residents in the Grand Boulevard neighborhood and on the South Side of Chicago. Provident Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and features a Regional Health Care Center that offers same day surgery, comprehensive diagnostic imaging service, cardiac diagnostics, laboratory...
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As a native of Chicago, Kaelin Long grew a passion for developing connections, addressing substantial health concerns, and advocating for diversity and inclusion in underserved communities. Her love for community became evident through her passionate and persistent work both professionally and in her personal life. Kaelin is dedicated to giving back to the community through public service with non-profit organizations. Her work with the Ronald McDonald House Charities, allows her to provide support, health resources, and a sense of stability for families and children who are receiving medical attention.
Kaelin obtained a Masters Degree in Public Health from Indiana State University and began her journey into the field of public health and social services. In previous roles, Kaelin worked for Chicago Commons Adult Day Service in the Englewood community and Catholic Charities of the Archdioceses located in Harvey Il. During her time spent with both organizations, Kaelin honed in on improving quality of life, implementing health initiatives, providing senior support services and advocating for seniors diagnosed with Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Her goal has always been to make a difference in the lives of others, while maintaining their dignity and respect.
Kaelin accepted her role as a Community Outreach Worker with Cook County Health and immediately saw it as an opportunity to engage and build lasting relationships with community members and leaders across the Chicagoland area. She began helping individuals to connect with our health system, County Care, and broaden their knowledge and access to all the services that are available to them. Kaelin is committed to the empowerment, advancement, and acknowledgement of those who make our community feel like home.
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