3HC Home Health and Hospice Care Inc., a leading North Carolina provider of home health and hospice announced today that a new President and CEO has been appointed by their Board of Directors.
The Board Chair, Shirley Harkey, DHA, RN, FACHE, sent notice to 3HC’s Executive Team on Sept. 16, announcing the appointment of Jennifer J. Whitley, MSN, RN, FNP-C as President and Chief Executive Officer effective Sept., 17.
“Mrs. Whitley has successfully served in many roles at 3HC since 1995, from Home Health Nurse to Interim CEO,” said Shirley Harkey, 3HC Board Chair. “With 10 years of experience as Assistant Vice President of Clinical Services and 9 years as Chief Clinical Officer, she stepped into the Interim CEO role in April 2024 and served this organization well during that time. Over the years, Mrs. Whitely has led the organization through many challenges and opportunities to improve clinical care, documentation, and operational efficiencies. Most recently, she led the implementation of Matrix Care, the Electronic Medical Record. As the Interim CEO, Mrs. Whitley has demonstrated her ability to manage challenging situations while developing a vision for driving the future success of 3HC. Her passion to provide excellence in home health care and hospice care is evident.”
Whitley received her Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of North Carolina in 2003.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Barton College) and a Bachelor of Science in Biology (East Carolina University).
Whitley has cared for patients as a hospice nurse and family nurse practitioner. She served on the Board of Directors for the NC Department of Social Services in Johnston County for 6 years and held the Board Chair position from 2021-2023.
Whitley has consistently demonstrated her leadership and business management skills during her tenure at 3HC.
“I am extremely thankful and excited to continue my 29-year journey with 3HC as President and CEO,” Whitley said. “When I began as a visiting nurse, I knew almost immediately that home health and hospice care was my calling. Little did I know that the path was being set, and over the years, doors would open with growth opportunities ultimately leading me to serve in this capacity. My vision for 3HC is to continue to be an industry leader in home health and hospice care, be recognized for organizational excellence, and support an environment to improve the quality of life for our team members and those we serve.”
