Abigail Alund
Villa Park,IL
Summary
Results-driven ECMO Specialist and Adjunct Professor with extensive expertise in emergency response and team collaboration. Proven track record at the University of Chicago Medical Center, leading the creation of educational programs and competency frameworks that enhanced ECMO care and increased staff proficiency. Dedicated to continuous learning and patient safety in high-stakes critical care environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead ECMO Specialist
University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago, IL
07.2010 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care to the patient while on ECMO support including monitoring of organ function and adjusting settings accordingly.
- Evaluated patients' vital signs or laboratory data to determine emergency intervention needs.
- Facilitated creation of educational content to enhance professional skills among Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, fellows, and residents.
- Participated in creating updated competency frameworks for ECMO specialists.
- Created an effective onboarding process for incoming ECMO specialists.
- Supported ECMO program operations by managing resources and coordinating staff.
Adjunt Professor
College of Dupage Respiratory Therapy Program
Glen Ellyn, IL
08.2016 - 12.2023
- Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to promote positive and welcoming learning environment.
- Created lesson plans and developed instructional materials covering required topics and learning objectives.
- Created online resources for use by both faculty and students to supplement traditional face-to-face instruction.
- Developed and adjusted course syllabus according to curriculum and university guidelines.
Education
MBA - Buisness
National Louis University
Chicago, IL01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Leadership
National Louis University
Chicago, IL04-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Moraine Valley
Palos Heights, IL05-2004
Skills
- Emergency response readiness
- ECMO intiations
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Critical care expertise
- Patient safety prioritization
- Continuous learning mindset
- Staff scheduling
- Staff mentorship
Certification
- E-AEC
- Neonatal/Pediatric specialty
- Adult Critical Care specialist
Timeline
Adjunt Professor
College of Dupage Respiratory Therapy Program
08.2016 - 12.2023
Lead ECMO Specialist
University of Chicago Medical Center
07.2010 - Current
MBA - Buisness
National Louis University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Leadership
National Louis University
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Moraine Valley