Chief Executive Officer
Jason Adler, MBA
Jason came to KVH in July of 2014 as a Senior Financial Analyst. Since then, he has held multiple roles, including Director of Contracts and Reimbursement and, most recently, Senior Director of Financial Operations. Jason accepted the position of Chief Financial Officer in September of 2023 and now Chief Executive Officer December of 2024.
Jason grew up in nearby Selah and attended college at Central Washington University. Throughout college, he worked in concrete finishing, plumbing, and masonry trades. Jason graduated from CWU with a Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science. After graduation, Jason moved to the Seattle area and worked as an Actuary at Premera Blue Cross.
Jason met his now wife Vanessa while on the west side. With a passion for the outdoors, hunting, and fishing, the two returned to Ellensburg, where they could raise a family and embed themselves in a smaller community.
Chief Financial Officer
Jennifer Reed
Bio Coming Soon / The CFO will have oversight of internal controls, planning, managing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of fiscal services and developing effective relationships within the hospital and with outside organizations. This position also supports KVH’s strategic partners, Kittitas County Public Hospital District #2, KVH Foundation, and the Kittitas County Health Network.
Chief Ancillary Officer
Rhonda Holden, MSN, RN
Rhonda Holden, MSN, RN, joined Kittitas Valley Healthcare in December 2009 and serves as Chief Ancillary Officer. In this role, Rhonda is responsible for many of the outpatient services of the hospital, including laboratory, diagnostic imaging, cardiopulmonary services, pharmacy, home health, hospice, and therapy services.
Rhonda received her Registered Nurse diploma from Burge School of Nursing and her Bachelor’s of Science degree in nursing from Drury University, both in Springfield, Missouri. She completed her Master of Science degree in nursing at Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is Certified in Executive Nursing Practice (CENP), a certification obtained from the American Organization of Nurse Executives.
Rhonda represents the residents of Kittitas County and rural Critical Access Hospitals on the Washington State Emergency Cardiac and Stroke Technical Advisory Committee and the Washington State Stroke Council. Rhonda is also an active member of the American Organization of Nurse Executives, Northwest Association of Nurse Executives and the American Society of Professionals in Patient Safety. She is a member of the Board of Directors for Hospice Friends.
Rhonda lives in Roslyn and enjoys representing Upper Kittitas County on strategic initiatives. Her passion is ensuring that Kittitas County has safe, reliable, and necessary healthcare services.
Chief Nursing Officer
Debbie Callins, DNP. RN, NEA-BC, CPPS
Debbie started her position with KVH in December 2024. She began her nursing journey by earning her Registered Nurse diploma from Lower Columbia College in Longview, WA, in 1997. Since then, she’s continuously advanced her education, earning a Master’s of Science in Nursing from American Sentinel University and a Doctorate in Nursing with a focus on Executive Leadership from Post University. Debbie is Board Certified as a Nurse Executive (NEA-BC) and Certified in Professional Patient Safety (CPPS). She is also an active member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), the American Nurses Association (ANA), and the American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL).
Debbie’s dedication to lifelong learning reflects her commitment to advancing nursing and healthcare for the future.
Chief Medical Officer
Andrew Thomas, MD
Dr. Andrew Thomas joined the KVH team in January 2018 as a family medicine physician at KVH Family Medicine – Cle Elum. In January 2025, Dr. Thomas became the forth Chief Medical Officer in the history of Kittitas Valley Healthcare.
Chief Information Officer
Jeff Yamada
Jeff Yamada joined KVH as the Chief Information Officer in November 2018. He oversees all technology for the organization and is responsible for improving technical processes. His focus is on a high quality end user experience, which ultimately translates to improved patient care.
Jeff grew up on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, known as the “Garden Island”. He earned a BS degree in Chemistry and Biology from the College of Idaho. After graduating, he attended the Central Washington University School for Medical Technology and interned at both hospitals in Yakima. Jeff worked as a Medical Technologist at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital for over 20 years before becoming the Director of IT. He was subsequently promoted to Vice President and Chief Information Officer. During his 36+ year career he guided the organization through many significant technical implementations that let to integrated systems, improved patient care, and the streamlining of the revenue cycle process.
Jeff enjoys the smaller community vibe, just like the islands where he grew up. When he is not working you can find him spending time with his wife Leslie and grandkids, caring for his many pets, golfing or out running. Jeff recently completed his 100th marathon and loves to help others interested in running, fitness and nutrition.
Chief Quality Officer
Mandee Olsen, RN, BSN, CPHQ
Mandee Olsen, RN, BSN, CPHQ, joined KVH in 2008 as a charge nurse on the Medical Surgical Unit. She stepped into her current role as the Director of Quality in 2012. Mandee is responsible for the areas of quality, risk management, infection control, employee health, medical staff services, and process improvement at KVH. She is a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) and an Institute for Healthcare Improvement Patient Safety Executive Officer. Mandee currently represents KVH on the Washington State Hospital Association’s Rural Quality Patient Safety Committee and with the Greater Columbia Accountable Community of Health.
Mandee was raised in the lower Yakima Valley and moved to Kittitas County in 2008. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Washington. Although it was difficult for Mandee to leave bedside nursing, she enjoys her work in quality and process improvement to “cure” systems that have the ability to affect the health and safety of a far greater number of patients than her previous one-on-one interactions.
Chief Human Resources Officer
Janeen Reding
In 2024, Janeen Reding became a part of KVH.
With over 25 years of experience in rural healthcare human resources leadership, Janeen has dedicated her career to patient advocacy and fostering a just culture. Passionate about employee development, she believes in the continuous growth and improvement of individuals and organizations alike.
Growing up in the scenic landscapes of Montana, she developed a deep appreciation for the beauty and quality of life that rural settings offer. This appreciation continues in Ellensburg, where she enjoys the community and natural surroundings.
Janeen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Psychology from the University of Great Falls, a Master’s degree in Human Resources from Indiana State University, and a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Grand Canyon University. These academic achievements have equipped her with a robust foundation to lead and inspire in the healthcare sector.
In her spare time, Janeen enjoys painting, reading, and traveling with her husband and children. Her artistic pursuits and love for exploration are what keeps her grounded and serve as reminders of what is truly important in life.
Chief Public Relations Officer
Michele Wurl
Michele Wurl joined the Kittitas Valley Healthcare team 2014 and has been the Chief Public Relations Officer since December 2017. In this role she oversees a team responsible for public communications, community outreach and media relations.
Michele grew up in central Illinois and attended the University of Kansas. She moved to Washington in 1995 to fulfill her dream of living in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Michele began her career at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle where she spent eleven years as a Project Manager in the Human Immunogenetics Program. In 2006, Michele and her husband decided it was time to return to the quieter life they were accustomed to and moved to central Washington, where her husband was born and raised.
Away from work, Michele and her family enjoy taking in all the sites around our magnificent state. “After being blessed to be able to see 46 of our 50 states and travelling to different areas of the world, I still pinch myself at how fortunate I am to live where I do and experience all this area has to offer,” states Michele.
Chief of Facilities
Wayne Tivis
Wayne is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in facilities support and management. Since 2008, he has demonstrated a strong passion for delivering high-quality services and tailored solutions in complex and dynamic environments. With a proven track record, Wayne excels in leading teams, managing contracts, overseeing infrastructure, and driving process improvements to achieve operational excellence.
Chief of Clinic Operations
Stacy Olea
Stacy started her healthcare career as a Medical Technologist and quickly discovered her passion for taking on more leadership roles. She was with Banner Health for 10 years before heading to the PNW to join Island Hospital to lead their Laboratory, Sleep Center, and Aesthetic Surgery Center. She was then recruited to join The Joint Commission where she worked up to become the Executive Director for the Laboratory Accreditation Program. Stacy then joined KVH in November of 2016 as the Director of our Lab and by April of 2017 she added the Imaging Department.