Prime Healthcare CNOs Recognized by Becker’s Healthcare
(Ontario, Calif – January 12, 2026) – Prime Healthcare is proud to share that several of its Chief Nursing Officers were named to Becker’s Healthcare’s 274 hospital and health system CNOs to Know list. This national recognition honors outstanding nursing leaders who are shaping the future of patient care.
As the leaders responsible for nursing strategy, Prime Healthcare’s CNOs address critical challenges including workforce staffing, nursing budgets, and the development of strong professional pathways for the next generation of nurses. Beyond overseeing nursing operations, they lead initiatives that strengthen clinical quality, advance patient safety, and support a culture of excellence across their organizations.
With deep clinical experience and proven executive leadership, Prime Healthcare’s CNOs play a vital role in supporting nurses at the bedside and ensuring high-quality care for the communities they serve.
Congratulations to these exceptional leaders for their well-deserved recognition.
- Rosenda M. Barrera, MSN, RN. CNO and COO of Saint Francis Hospital (Evanston, Ill.)
- Jessa Cardelli, BSN, RN. CNO for Riverview Regional Medical Center (Gadsden, Ala.)
- David Cooke, RN, MBA, Vice President/ Chief Nursing Officer at Prime Healthcare (Ontario, Calif.)
- Rebecca Graham, RN. CNO of North Vista Hospital (North Las Vegas)
- Lorie Herrman. CNO of St. Joseph Medical Center (Kansas City, Mo.)
- Karyl James, DNP, RN. CNO for Desert Valley Hospital (Victorville, Calif.)
- Emily Pegues, MSN, RN. CNO for St. Mary’s Medical Center (Blue Springs, Mo.)
- Roland L. Santos, MSN, RN. CNO of Encino Hospital Medical Center (Encino, Calif.) and Sherman Oaks Hospital (Sherman Oaks, Calif.)
- Renee Stewart, MSN, RN. CNO of Lower Bucks Hospital (Bucks County, Pa.)
- Hollie Vaughan, RN. Region VI CNO for Prime Healthcare (Ontario, Calif.)
