Catherine Panio Webb
Catherine Panio Webb has dedicated over 25 years to the financial and business administration side of skilled nursing facilities. Her career began with an assistant business office manager role, which she secured with guidance from her sister, already working in the field. After several years, she advanced to business office manager, where she gained experience managing facility finances and overseeing staff operations. Her early career laid a strong foundation in handling residents’ personal funds, insurance processing, and day-to-day business office functions.
Building on her expertise, Catherine expanded her responsibilities as a traveling business office manager, moving between 16 different facilities to cover staff absences and train new employees. She later assumed a regional management role, overseeing all 16 buildings simultaneously, and further honed her skills in coordinating Medicare, Medicaid, VA, private pay, and other insurance programs. Her work also encompasses comprehensive financial administration, including monthly financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, write-offs, and refunds.
Catherine’s professional philosophy centers on accountability, accuracy, and resident-focused financial management. She continues to serve as a business office manager, bringing decades of experience, regional oversight knowledge, and staff development expertise to her current role. An associate degree in accounting supports her strong foundation in financial administration, and her lifelong commitment to the skilled nursing sector reflects a deep dedication to both the business operations and the well-being of the residents she serves.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to following in my older sister’s footsteps into this field. I began as a business office assistant and was able to advance by gaining hands-on experience and seizing on-the-job opportunities along the way.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to not be intimidated, to ask questions, and to understand that it’s okay to make mistakes—as long as you learn from them.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering my industry to remember that their opinions matter—speak up, know your worth, strive to be a strong leader, and be a mentor who uplifts others.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities—and challenges—in my field right now is proactively reaching out to more businesses to understand and assist with their needs.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Family is central to my life, and I place great importance on caring for my granddaughter and maintaining close family ties. In my work, I prioritize responsibility and the careful stewardship of residents’ financial matters.
Locations
Nursing Facilities
Cape Coral, FL 33909