"I know I was meant to be a nursing leader, one who can continue to improve the quality of care for the patient and their family and facilitate culture change throughout Clinica Adelante founded upon evidence-based practices."
- Juanita Howard, R.N., Director of Quality Management, Deputy Director, Clinica Adelante, Inc.
Fellow Biography
A registered nurse, Juanita Howard serves as director of quality management and deputy director of Clinica Adelante, Inc., where she facilitates process improvement, staff development and organizational change. Clinica Adelante is a community and migrant health center dedicated to providing primary healthcare services to residents of Maricopa County.
With more than 20 years' experience in nursing and healthcare, Ms. Howard holds a master's degree in Organizational Management from the University of Phoenix in addition to a B.S.N. from Arizona State University.
Field Notes
Ms. Howard has not completed her fellowship. The following is a short summary of her sabbatical.
Ms. Howard's fellowship will include a 20-day advanced training program in healthcare delivery at the Institute for Health Care Improvement as well as 10 days in reflection combined with a visit to a best practice program. After her sabbatical, she plans to develop and implement quality improvement programs, conduct educational sessions for Clinica Adelante's staff and share information with colleagues at the Association of Community Health Centers.
Contact Information
Juanita Howard, R.N.
Director of Quality Management, Deputy Director
Clinica Adelante, Inc.
623.583.3001
jpeterman@clinicaadelante.com
www.clinicaadelante.com