Active LNHA, 30+ years as Healthcare Executive

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Patrick J. Stapleton, MS, LNHA, CNHA Expert Witness & Consultant | Nursing Home Administration & Long-Term Care Patrick is a seasoned healthcare executive and licensed nursing home administrator with over 25 years of leadership experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and senior living services. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Nursing Home Administrators, a role in which he oversees regulatory compliance and professional standards for the industry. Expertise & Consulting Services Standard of Care: Evaluation of nursing home operations and adherence to federal and state regulations. Clinical Outcomes: Specialized knowledge in fall prevention, pressure injury prevention, and abuse/neglect investigations. Operational Compliance: Expert testimony regarding CMS compliance, staffing adequacy, discharge planning, and state survey results. Dispute Resolution: Active participation in informal dispute resolution (IDR) panels and licensing board reviews involving enforcement actions. Professional Leadership Mr. Stapleton has held top-tier executive roles within major healthcare organizations, demonstrating a proven record of managing high-performing, 5-star rated facilities: Sherrill House (2003–Present): President and CEO of a 196-bed, not-for-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. Partners Healthcare (1997–2003): Executive Director of The Boston Center for Subacute Rehab, a 140-bed facility affiliated with major Boston hospitals. Mariner Health Care (1995–1997): Vice President, Northeast Region, overseeing regional operations for multiple facilities across New England. Education & Certifications M.S. in Healthcare Administration – Simmons College, Boston, MA B.S. in Sociology – Salem State University, Salem, MA Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) – Massachusetts Certified Nursing Home Administrator (CNHA) – American College of Health Care Administrators Fellow – American College of Health Care Administrators Professional Affiliations Mr. Stapleton is an active contributor to both state and national healthcare associations, including: Massachusetts Senior Care Association: Director (2004–2013; 2020–Present) American Health Care Association: Not-for-Profit Council Member (2012–2016) LeadingAge Massachusetts: Trustee (2010–2013; 2020–Present) American College of Healthcare Executives: Member since 1995