Susan R. Salka was the CEO of AMN Healthcare from 2005 until her retirement in November 2022. Her leadership coincided with AMN's ascent as a leading healthcare staffing and workforce solutions company. Under her stewardship, the company achieved significant growth...

Susan R. Salka was the CEO of AMN Healthcare from 2005 until her retirement in November 2022. Her leadership coincided with AMN's ascent as a leading healthcare staffing and workforce solutions company. Under her stewardship, the company achieved significant growth in revenue, reaching over $5 billion in 2022. Salka was known for adapting to challenges in the labor market and focusing on the company’s long-term strategic goals, including increasing digital capabilities and expanding the international nurse business. During her tenure, she earned impressive bonuses for performance, including a maximum payout of $2.65 million in 2022 due to exceptional financial results. Remarkably, Salka had a significant portion of her wealth tied to AMN stock, demonstrating her commitment to aligning her success with that of the company. Even after her retirement, she agreed to help AMN navigate the transition to new leadership, underlining her dedication to the company and its future. Salka’s journey in healthcare began with a clear vision for the staffing industry and an ability to lead through change, contributing to AMN’s solid position in the market today.