Shelley Cartwright

Mrs. Cartwright was hired in 2014 as a Business Development Consultant and named Hospice Administrator in 2015. In January 2023 Mrs. Cartwright was promoted to the company’s Chief Executive Officer position. During her tenure as the Hospice Administrator, APEX experienced remarkable growth and success in the hospice and palliative care industry, leading the company to the first accredited in Palliative care in the state of Illinois.  With more than 30 years in leading healthcare organizations, Shelley is a proven leader in healthcare operations, organization, leadership, business development and market expansion. Her extensive marketing and business background has proven valuable to our operational success in many areas, including strategic planning, staff development, budget planning,  internal and external marketing, and communications.  Mrs. Cartwright has led APEX Health Services in developing the most recognized and innovative Palliative and Transitional Care Services. She is certified in Hospice and Palliative Care and Hospice Compliance.

Before joining APEX, Shelley worked for 15 years in the skilled nursing care industry, prior to beginning her hospice career as VP of Business Development. Her responsibilities included marketing and business development of a multi-facility organization at two skilled nursing groups.  During her career in Business Development, Mrs. Cartwright was able to maximize marketing and business development practice and strategy, that has carried over to the success and accreditations of APEX Health Services.

In June of 2024 Shelly completed and passed her class as a Certified Hospice Operator.

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