PORT ANGELES — Jae McGinley has been selected for the Next Generation Leader Fellowship sponsored by the American Hospital Association.

McGinley, a registered nurse who manages Olympic Medical Center’s trauma program, has been awarded the John A. Hartford Age Friendly Systems Cohort Scholarship.

“This fellowship is an incredible opportunity to bring OMC’s work to the national level and collaborate with healthcare leaders from various disciplines across the country,” McGinley said. “I am fortunate to have been awarded the John A. Hartford Age Friendly Systems Cohort Scholarship. While my focus is on elevating age-friendly care in our organization, other patient populations will undoubtedly benefit from this work as well.”

The 12-month fellowship program was created by the hospital associations Center for Innovation in 2020.

“I am so proud one of OMC’s nursing leaders was chosen for this prestigious fellowship. Jae is a caregiver with a diversified professional career and demonstrates a dedication to OMC,” said Vickie Swanson, the center’s chief nursing officer. “She is very passionate about recognizing and meeting the needs of the community. This fellowship will provide Jae with the opportunity to grow professionally in her role.“

This year’s fellowship roster includes leaders from across the United States with diverse backgrounds and leadership experience.

Fellows work with mentors to hone vital healthcare leadership skills while gaining the experience, tools and community to drive innovation in their organizations.