Hi-Desert Medical Center names new Chief Operating and Chief Nursing Officer

Hi-Desert Medical Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Judy Austin, RN, MSN, MBA, FACHE, as its new chief operating officer and chief nursing officer.  Ms. Austin brings more than 20 years of executive-level patient care service experience to her new post.  Most recently, she served as senior vice president, patient care services at St. Mary Medical Center in Apple Valley.  Previously, she was vice president, patient care services at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage.

"I am pleased to be joining the HDMC family," said Judy Austin.  "I am impressed with the work the organization has been doing in customer service and quality initiatives.  I look forward to partnering with staff to take HDMC to an even higher level of service excellence.  Austin started at HDMC July 12.