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A. Grace Ward

Lafayette,IN

Summary

Skilled Clinical Informaticist with background in healthcare management and information systems. Proven ability to streamline clinical procedures through comprehensive electronic health record (EHR) management and data analysis. Strengths lie in implementing informatics strategies for clinical decision support, patient safety initiatives, workflow optimization, and regulatory compliance. Significant impact made on improving patient care quality by optimizing technology use in previous roles. Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Informaticist

IU Health
Indianapolis, IN
04.2022 - Current
  • Executed go-live logistical and staffing planning, ensuring seamless transition and support during and after implementation.
  • Collaborated with project managers to update and modify project plans, enhancing timeline accuracy and integration testing outcomes.
  • Facilitated change management processes by coordinating with the PMO, driving successful project kick-offs and continuous improvement.
  • Conducted interdepartmental current state reviews to enhance healthcare processes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare product vendors to optimize system integration.
  • Partnered with education teams to develop training programs for multidisciplinary end users.
  • Designed and executed hardware technology strategies to enhance clinical operations.
  • Partnered with regional interdisciplinary teams to optimize project implementation.

Assistant Nurse Manager

Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, FL
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed a team of 20 direct reports, ensuring effective scheduling and cross-departmental collaboration.
  • Maintained compliance with The Joint Commission's educational requirements for staff, enhancing overall service quality.
  • Interviewed employees and provided constructive feedback, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high patient satisfaction.

Registered Nurse

TMH, TGH, Prolink Staffing
08.2012 - 04.2021
  • Managed post-operative care for cardiac surgical patients (CABG, TAVR, AICD, pacemakers), ensuring smooth recovery.
  • Provided specialized care for patients with complex diagnoses (CAD, DM2, CKD, HF, HTN), improving outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize cardiac patient recovery.
  • Managed patient loads from 1-2 in PACU to seven in Medical-Surgical units.
  • Delivered bedside care across PACU, Medical-Surgical, and Progressive Care units.
  • Ensured recovery and patient satisfaction through dedicated nursing care.
  • Provided high-quality care for high-acuity COVID-19 patients during travel assignments.
  • Acquired nursing licenses in FL, IA, NY, and AZ.

Education

M. S. - Information Technology Management

Western Governor’s University
Salt Lake City, UT
10.2024

B. S. - Nursing

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
08.2019

A. S. - Nursing

Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL
05.2012

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Electronic health records
  • Clinical project management
  • Healthcare compliance
  • Patient care
  • Team leadership
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Effective communication
  • System implementation
  • Healthcare IT systems
  • Clinical workflow optimization

Certification

  • EPIC - Clinical Informaticist Accredited 2025
  • State of Florida Multi-State License, Registered Nurse, 2012
  • ACLS Certification, 2024
  • BLS for Health Care Providers Certification, 2024

Charting System Experience

  • Meditech
  • Epic
  • Cerner

Awards

  • IIS Traveling Trophy “Compassion”, 01/25
  • Team Member of the Month, 05/24

Timeline

Clinical Informaticist

IU Health
04.2022 - Current

Assistant Nurse Manager

Tampa General Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2020

Registered Nurse

TMH, TGH, Prolink Staffing
08.2012 - 04.2021

M. S. - Information Technology Management

Western Governor’s University

B. S. - Nursing

University of Central Florida

A. S. - Nursing

Tallahassee Community College

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