M. Jane Fitzsimmons, MSN, RN

Executive Vice President - Executive Search

Throughout her distinguished 30-year career, Jane Fitzsimmons has accumulated extensive expertise in revitalizing healthcare delivery. She has held pivotal leadership positions with regional and international search firms, as well as operational roles within large healthcare organizations and a key policy position with a state hospital association. Jane is dedicated to placing contemporary healthcare leaders who advance clients’ strategic missions.  Moreover, her advocacy for diversity in leadership roles is ingrained in KBA’s executive search model,  which is characterized by proven and inclusive recruitment methodologies.

Career Experience:

  • VP for Patient Care Policy, Massachusetts Hospital Association
  • COO and CNO for hospitals in MA and MI
  • Executive VP of Executive Search, KBA

Distinctions:

  • Member, American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL)
  • Member, Organization of Nurse Leaders MA, RI, VT, CT & NH
  • Former Adjunct Faculty, Emmanuel College School of Nursing

Education, Fellowships, and Certifications:

  • Master of Science in Nursing, Boston University
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Rhode Island
  • Postgraduate program in Health Policy at Harvard University
  • Certification in Healthcare Mediation through Boston University School of Public Health

Expertise:

  • Invited plenary panelist on Leadership and DEI, AONL, 2023
  • Invited presenter on Leadership and DEI, ASHHRA, 2022
  • Invited presenter on Leadership and DEI, AONL, 2019