Ruth Leon-Guerrero
Emergency Nurse Leader
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About
Emergency Nurse Leader with 30 years of clinical experience and more than a decade of operational leadership in freestanding emergency hospitals. Known for delivering exceptional guest-centered care, opening and managing new facilities, and leading multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced, service-driven environments. Brings strong adaptability, calm decision-making, and a hospitality-focused approach ideal for cruise-ship medical operations.
Experience
Hospital Administrator - Baylor Scott & White Emergency Hospital
(2022-02 - 2025-06)
- Led clinical and operational performance for two freestanding micro-hospitals.
- Partnered with the Medical Director to align clinical standards and service expectations.
- Directed staffing, workflow optimization, and regulatory readiness.
Nurse Manager - Medical City Arlington, Red Oak FSED
(2019-06 - 2022-02)
- Opened the Red Oak facility in 2020.
- Achieved a 30% increase in patient volume and 94th percentile patient-experience scores.
- Oversaw team performance and quality initiatives.
Facility Administrator - Adeptus Health
(2015-12 - 2019-06)
- Opened and managed multiple freestanding emergency centers.
- Served as interim administrator during vacancies.
- Directed staffing, budgeting, compliance, and service quality.
Nursing Clinical Coordinator - Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
(2012-04 - 2015-10)
- Supported ED operations and staff development.
- Led a CEN Review Course with a 100% pass rate.
Staff RN II - Medical City Arlington
(2003-11 - 2012-04)
- Delivered high-quality emergency care in a high-acuity environment.
- Served as a preceptor and clinical resource.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing - University of Guam
