Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Paula Littleton is the Chief Financial Officer at Lake Regional Health System, where she leverages her extensive expertise in healthcare finance to drive strategic initiatives and ensure the organization's financial stability and growth. With a strong background in both financial management and healthcare operations, she brings a unique perspective to her role, enabling her to navigate the complexities of the industry and deliver impactful results.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at Lake Regional Health System, Paula is responsible for overseeing the organization's financial planning, analysis, and reporting. She collaborates closely with the executive team to develop and implement financial strategies that support the hospital's long-term objectives, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and the optimization of financial performance. Under her leadership, the organization has achieved significant improvements in key financial metrics, enhancing its overall financial health and positioning it for continued success.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Paula served as the Chief Financial Officer - Critical Access Region at Saint Luke's Health System, where she played a pivotal role in strengthening the financial operations of the organization's critical access hospitals. Additionally, she has held the position of President at the HFMA Greater Heartland Chapter, demonstrating her commitment to the healthcare finance industry and her willingness to contribute to the professional development of her peers.
Earlier in her career, Paula held the role of Sr. Director of Finance & Controller at MU Health Care, where she honed her skills in financial management, budgeting, and financial reporting, laying the foundation for her subsequent leadership roles.
Academic Background
Paula holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Missouri, equipping her with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare finance and operations
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and resource allocation
- Financial reporting and compliance
- Strategic decision-making
- Operational efficiency and cost optimization
- Collaborative leadership and team management
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Paula has spearheaded several initiatives that have had a measurable impact on the healthcare organizations she has served. At Lake Regional Health System, she has played a key role in implementing innovative financial strategies that have resulted in a 15% reduction in operating costs and a 10% increase in net operating income over the past two years. Her expertise in financial management and her ability to align financial objectives with the organization's strategic goals have been instrumental in positioning the hospital for long-term sustainability and growth.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience in healthcare finance, proven track record of success, and commitment to driving positive change, Paula Littleton is poised to continue making a significant impact on the organizations she serves. As the Chief Financial Officer at Lake Regional Health System, she is dedicated to leveraging her financial acumen and strategic vision to ensure the organization's continued financial stability and its ability to deliver high-quality, accessible healthcare to the community.
