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- Last Updated on Sunday, 29 June 2025 15:21
UPMC Washington and UPMC Greene are pleased to introduce Jeff Alvarez, MSN, RN, as the new vice president of Patient Care Services and chief nursing officer.
Alvarez transitioned from UPMC East and UPMC McKeesport, where he served in the same role since December, 2022. Jeff has held various nursing leadership positions at UPMC East, UPMC McKeesport and UPMC Presbyterian, marking a 20-year tenure with UPMC.
Alvarez is recognized as a transformational leader with a track record of improving quality outcomes, enhancing patient experience results and fostering team development and support. His goals at UPMC Greene and UPMC Washington center focus on strengthening the overall patient and team experience by enhancing care delivery, access and operational excellence.
Alvarez earned his bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Pittsburgh and his master’s degree in nursing from Carlow University in Pittsburgh. He is a board-certified nurse executive, accentuating his expertise and dedication to the field.
A native of the Pittsburgh region, Alvarez grew up in Donora, Pa., and resides in Monongahela, Pa., with his wife and three sons. He is a graduate of Ringgold High School and continues to give back to his community through coaching and refereeing youth soccer as well as serving as an elder in his church.
Alvarez will be succeeding Karen Bray, MSN, BSN, RN, who is retiring after 27 years of service to UPMC Washington and UPMC Greene.
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