Jorge Jurado, MBA, FACHE, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Val Verde Medical Center, Del Rio.
A native of Del Rio Texas, Jorge Jurado started his health care career in Long Term Care Administration as a Licensed Skilled Nursing Facility Administrator. During his career in Long Term Care, Jorge operated Skilled Nursing Facilities in Del Rio, Laredo and Eagle Pass Texas. In 2019 Jorge transitioned to Val Verde Regional Medical Center where he served as the RHC Practice Management Administrator overseeing both Primary Care and Specialty Care practices. Under his leadership, VVRMC’s RHC Clinic achieved a PCMH “Patient Centered Medical Home” accreditation, implemented Chronic Care Management, became an approved National Health Service Corp Site, and received the TARCH Tessen Award for demonstrating an enduring ability to drive community health and value. In 2021 Jorge was promoted to an expanded role as Chief Operating Officer. He has been instrumental in multiple initiatives to drive quality and financial growth. He has also led several cost saving initiatives in the Plant Operation departments. Most recently Jorge has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of Val Verde Regional Medical Center.