CHELSEA ANDINO
Avon Park,USA
Summary
I am dynamic and results-driven Registered Nurse leader with extensive experience in clinical informatics, bridging the gap between clinical practice and technology to enhance patient care, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced clinical applications and electronic health record (EHR) systems. Adept at aligning informatics strategies with organizational goals, driving innovation, and fostering collaboration among clinicians, IT professionals, and executive stakeholders. Committed to leveraging data analytics, interoperability, and evidence-based practices to improve clinical outcomes and support value-based care initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Clinical Informatics
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- In my capacity as the Director of Clinical Informatics (DCI) at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, I have been entrusted with the strategic oversight of application implementation, integration, and operational efficiency, vital to facilitating the seamless provision and documentation of patient care by clinical staff.
- Central to my role is the fusion of clinical expertise with project management acumen, ensuring the successful coordination and execution of initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical workflows and optimizing patient outcomes.
- As the primary clinical liaison between IT&S and frontline staff, I serve as a conduit for effective communication, bridging the gap between technological innovation and clinical practice. This entails active participation in Systems Governance and Operations (SGO) meetings, where I lead, contribute insights and recommendations pertaining to Advanced Clinical Applications such as CPOE, Evidence-Based Order Sets, Provider and Nursing Documentation along with ePrescribe.
- Furthermore, I lead initiatives focused on EHR Optimization, Nursing Informatics, and Evidence-Based Clinical Documentation, aligning technological advancements with best practices in patient care delivery. Through my involvement in Promoting Interpretability and the Clinical Information Integrity Program (CIIP), I uphold standards of excellence in clinical data management and reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- A critical aspect of my role involves the meticulous monitoring, maintenance, and validation of consistency between electronic order sets and downtime forms, safeguarding the integrity of clinical processes even in challenging circumstances.
Director of Clinical Informatics
HCA Florida Highlands Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2024
- As a Director of Clinical Informatics and Registered Nurse at HCA Florida Highlands, I lead strategic initiatives that align clinical technology with organizational goals to enhance patient care, safety, and operational efficiency. I serve as a vital liaison between clinical teams, IT, and executive leadership, ensuring that informatics solutions are clinically relevant, evidence-based, and compliant with regulatory standards. I oversee the implementation and optimization of Meditech Expanse and clinical applications, driving usability and adoption through workflow redesign and clinician engagement. I support data-driven decision-making by advancing clinical analytics and performance improvement efforts, while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
- Additionally, I evaluate emerging technologies and lead pilot programs to assess their impact on clinical outcomes, ensuring our informatics strategy remains forward-thinking and patient-centered.
Clinical System Analyst/ EHR Support Analyst
HCA Florida Highlands Hospital
03.2015 - 08.2018
- Implement, monitor and report of Meaningful Use metric. Attendance for leadership meetings. Review and maintain policies. Provider training and support on EHR. Build and maintain Patient Keeper and Pulse (EHR). Project management for clinical operations implementation. Maintain Patient Keeper catalog. Serve as a clinical liaison for all clinical users. Monitor, maintain and validate consistence between electronic order sets and downtime forms. Monitor and maintain PI data for Information Technology. Monitor regulatory agency for EHR policy changes and updates. Clinical liaison for Meditech Implementation.
Education
Registered Nurse AA -
South Florida State College
Avon Park, FLMaster In Science - Nursing with Extension in Executive Leadership
Kaplan University
08.2018
Skills
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) Implementation & Optimization
- Data Analytics & Visualization
- Informatics Governance & Compliance (HIPAA, HITECH)
- Project Management Professional
- Staff/Provider Training & Development
- Highly responsible and reliable
- Natural Leader with self-motivation
- Evidence-Based Practice Integration
Certification
*MSN with Concentration in Executive Leadership
*BLS
*ACLS
*HCA Nurse Leadership Certification- Completed 9/2025
*HCA Leadership Foundation Certification- In Process
*Nurse Informatics Board Certification- In Progress
Timeline
Director of Clinical Informatics
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Director of Clinical Informatics
HCA Florida Highlands Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2024
Clinical System Analyst/ EHR Support Analyst
HCA Florida Highlands Hospital
03.2015 - 08.2018
Master In Science - Nursing with Extension in Executive Leadership
Kaplan University
Registered Nurse AA -
South Florida State College
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