MARICOPA, Ariz. – Exceptional Community Hospital is proud to announce Iven Wilson, MSN/MBA, BSN, RN, has joined our team as the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). A decorated healthcare executive and U.S. Army veteran, Wilson brings nearly two decades of clinical, operational, and executive leadership experience to the role.
Wilson joins Exceptional Community Hospital – Maricopa following a distinguished career leading healthcare operations across hospital systems, outpatient centers, and specialized care environments. Most recently, he served as CEO for multiple Banner-affiliated surgery centers with Atlas Healthcare Partners, where he spearheaded transformational improvements in quality, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
“Iven’s leadership, clinical expertise, and commitment to patient-centered care align perfectly with our mission and values,” said Bob Cardenas, Arizona Market CEO for Exceptional Healthcare. “His ability to lead high-performing teams with both compassion and precision will have a tremendous impact on our nursing teams, our patients, and the Maricopa community as a whole.”
Wilson has held senior roles across organizations such as Steward Health Care and Healogics, with proven success in strategic planning, compliance, resource optimization, and cost containment. A Certified Six Sigma Green Belt, he applies data-driven methodologies to improve performance and foster continuous improvement. His unique combination of military discipline, nursing knowledge, and executive acumen makes him exceptionally well-suited for this vital leadership role.
“I am honored to join Exceptional Community Hospital – Maricopa and lead alongside a team that is deeply dedicated to clinical excellence and community service,” said Wilson. “I look forward to supporting our nurses, elevating the standard of care, and growing the impact we have on the lives we touch.”
Wilson holds a Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the same institution. He is also a proud veteran of the United States Army, where he served as a Combat Medic and Licensed Practical Nurse.
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Exceptional Community Hospital – Maricopa Exceptional Community Hospital – Maricopa is part of the Exceptional Healthcare network, providing advanced emergency and inpatient care with a focus on clinical excellence, compassionate service, and rapid treatment. The hospital is committed to serving the Maricopa community with state-of-the-art medical care in a welcoming and patient-centered environment.
