April 16, 2026- ChristianaCare is preparing for a major leadership transition, with longtime President and CEO Janice Nevin set to retire on September 1, 2026, after more than two decades with the organization.
Nevin, who has led the health system for 12 years, is widely credited with guiding a period of significant growth and transformation. During her tenure, ChristianaCare expanded access to care across the region, investing in primary care, behavioral health, virtual services and community partnerships while strengthening its role as a mission-driven, nonprofit health system.
The ChristianaCare Board has named Jenn Schwartz as Nevin’s successor. Schwartz, who currently serves as executive vice president and chief strategy officer, will assume the role of president and CEO on the same date.
Board leaders said the selection followed a comprehensive national search and emphasized continuity, noting Schwartz’s deep familiarity with the organization’s strategy and operations.
Nevin joined ChristianaCare in 2002 and held several leadership roles before becoming CEO in 2014. Reflecting on her tenure, she described serving the community and working alongside caregivers as the “greatest honor” of her career.
The transition comes as ChristianaCare continues to evolve its care delivery model, with a focus on population health, value-based care and digital innovation—priorities expected to carry forward under Schwartz’s leadership.