Meet Jean
Founder & CEO
Jean Hartnett is a visionary health care leader with over 30 years of executive experience serving the older adult population in skilled nursing, assisted living and memory care communities. Jean is known for the innate ability to inspire new thinking in others from the unique perspective of the frontline employee. She has worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant, healthcare executive, college professor, and strategic advisor for large and small health systems across the United States.
Jean is a self-taught, dedicated expert in trauma and she founded Radical Sabbatical to help others turn adversity into advocacy. With a deep understanding of the profound effects trauma can have on development and well-being, Jean brings a compassionate, evidence-based approach to support individuals and communities on their healing journey. With a commitment to illuminating the shadows cast by trauma and fostering a culture of holistic healing, Jean's expertise not only encompasses the technical knowledge but also the heartfelt understanding that true recovery requires.
Jean earned a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from The University of Nebraska Omaha and a Master’s in Health Services Administration with Long Term Care Specialty from The George Washington University. Ms. Hartnett is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, a Certified Yoga instructor and a Certified Nursing Assistant.
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"Jean has been a tremendous asset in helping us to be a trauma-informed organization. Her passion and knowledge of trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) has enabled us to understand more deeply the whole person showing up to provide care to residents and how to best support the resilience of those individuals. Jean has made a significant impact on my career and is a true partner who wants to support the best interest of the organization, leaders and front line workforce."
- Katie Rhone, SPHR, Senior Vice President, HERO & Employee Experience at KARE
