Cincinnati Leadership

Michele Stokes, MSN, BSN, CNML
Chief Acute Operations Officer
 
Michele Stokes serves as the Chief Acute Operations Officer for Mercy Health — Cincinnati, bringing more than 30 years of dedicated service to the ministry. Appointed to the role after serving in an interim capacity, Michele provides executive leadership for the strategic and operational direction of nursing and clinical care delivery across the Cincinnati Market.

A highly respected and experienced nursing leader, Michele previously served as Chief Nursing Officer of Mercy Health – Fairfield Hospital, where she advanced clinical excellence, supported frontline caregivers, and strengthened the patient experience. Throughout her career with Mercy Health, she has held a variety of leadership positions, including Clinical Director of Perioperative and Women’s Services, Clinical Director, and Interim Chief Nursing Officer at Fairfield Hospital.

Michele earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati and later completed her master’s degree in nursing executive leadership at Northern Kentucky University, where she was inducted into Sigma Theta Tau, the international nursing honor society. She is also certified as a Certified Nurse Manager Leader (CNML) by the American Organization for Nurse Leadership.

Known for her commitment to compassionate care, operational excellence, and strong team collaboration, Michele continues to champion initiatives that elevate quality, safety, and the nursing profession across all Mercy Health care settings.