OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health has promoted Kathryn (Katie) Pagliaroli to the role of chief operating officer (COO). Pagliaroli currently serves as senior vice president (SVP) and chief nursing officer (CNO). She will retain those titles in her new role, Oswego Health announced. Michael Backus, president and CEO of Oswego Health, served as the organization’s […]
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health has promoted Kathryn (Katie) Pagliaroli to the role of chief operating officer (COO). Pagliaroli currently serves as senior vice president (SVP) and chief nursing officer (CNO). She will retain those titles in her new role, Oswego Health announced. Michael Backus, president and CEO of Oswego Health, served as the organization’s COO between 2020 and 2022, before he was appointed to his current role in 2023, Jamie Leszczynski, SVP of communications & chief brand officer at Oswego Health, tells CNYBJ in an email. Pagliaroli has worked at Oswego Health since 2001, starting as a registered nurse (RN) in the intensive-care unit and advancing through various leadership positions. Her career trajectory includes roles such as clinical trainer, RN case manager, and director of quality management, culminating in her recent positions as corporate director of integrated health care and VP of clinical services. As COO, SVP, and CNO, Pagliaroli will oversee the integration of clinical and operational strategies to elevate patient care and ensure alignment with Oswego Health’s mission. Her role will involve driving strategic initiatives to improve health-care delivery and strengthen the organization’s role as a leading regional provider. “Katie Pagliaroli’s dedication to Oswego Health needs to be recognized and this promotion demonstrates her tremendous professional growth,” Backus said in the health system’s announcement. “…Katie will build off her deep expertise and unwavering commitment to local healthcare transformation. Through her leadership, Katie will undoubtedly enhance the quality of care we provide and expand our impact in the community.” Pagliaroli earned her master’s in management degree from Keuka College in 2009 and her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Roberts Wesleyan College in 2001.