Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Sandra Eversole is an accomplished finance and healthcare executive with over 25 years of experience. As the Director of Financial Planning at Mercy, she is responsible for leading the strategic financial planning and analysis efforts for the large healthcare organization. With expertise in financial management, reimbursement, and decision support, Sandra is a trusted advisor to leadership in driving financial performance and operational efficiency.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Financial Planning at Mercy, Sandra oversees the organization's financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis. She collaborates closely with department heads and executives to align financial strategies with Mercy's overall business objectives. Under her leadership, the financial planning team has implemented advanced analytical tools and dashboards to provide real-time insights and support data-driven decision-making.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Sandra served as the Manager of Finance Planning at Mercy, where she led the development of robust financial models and reporting mechanisms to enhance visibility into the organization's financial performance. Before joining Mercy, she held various leadership positions at St. Anthony's Medical Center, including Director of Decision Support & Reimbursement and Manager of Decision Support/Finance. Earlier in her career, Sandra was the CFO at Touchette Regional Hospital and a Cost Controller at Edison Brothers.
Academic Background
Sandra holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed executive education programs in strategic financial management and healthcare leadership.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Reimbursement and revenue cycle management
- Decision support and performance management
- Healthcare financial operations
- Strategic leadership and change management
Professional Impact
Under Sandra's leadership, Mercy's financial planning team has successfully implemented new financial reporting tools and processes, enabling the organization to make more informed, data-driven decisions. Her expertise in healthcare finance and reimbursement has been instrumental in optimizing the organization's revenue cycle and identifying opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience in healthcare finance and a proven track record of driving financial excellence, Sandra Eversole is a valuable asset to Mercy. Her strategic vision, analytical acumen, and collaborative approach make her a trusted partner to the organization's leadership team as they navigate the evolving healthcare landscape.
