HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Effective December 9, 2022, the chief strategy officer position at Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System (HRHS) has been eliminated as part of an executive team reorganization.
The restructure impacted Charles (Chuck) Welch who served as the health system’s chief strategy officer. Welch joined the organization in April 2019 as the vice president and chief development officer before being promoted to CSO in October 2021.
As chief strategy officer, Welch was responsible for developing and implementing key strategic initiatives, market positioning, and business unit growth and development consistent with the mission and strategic plan.
“I would like to express my gratitude to Chuck, who has been an integral part of furthering our strategic plan the past three years, which will help set the stage for our future,” said Acting CEO and Chief Quality Officer Nick Baldetti. “On behalf of the board and executive team, I thank Chuck for his leadership, vision and dedication to HRHS and wish him the best in his future endeavors.”
The executive team will continue to work closely together to maintain the continuity of day-to-day operations for the health system. The board will continue its nationwide search for the next chief executive officer, replacing Ken Johnson, who resigned last month.
Until a replacement is selected, Nick Baldetti will continue serving as Acting CEO and Chief Quality Officer for the healthcare system.