Colleen Ingram BSN, RN
Elkins Park,PA
Summary
Persuasive and results-oriented registered nurse with over 30 years of diverse healthcare experience in acute care, home health, pediatrics, higher education, and clinical research. Expertise in patient assessment, triage, health promotion, and care coordination consistently drives exceptional outcomes across various settings. Proven track record in clinical leadership, academic instruction, and program development underscores a commitment to advancing healthcare practices. Recognized for outstanding communication skills and teamwork, alongside steadfast dedication to patient-centered care.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Pennsylvania – Student Health & Counseling Center
10.2023 - 11.2025
- Deliver primary triage for acute care, sports medicine, travel health, and sexual health services.
- Provide comprehensive patient assessments and developed tailored care plans.
- Educate students on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
- Conduct health screenings, vaccinations, and wellness checks for diverse student populations.
- Advocate for student mental health resources, enhancing accessibility and support services.
Registered Nurse
Camp Westmont
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Provide comprehensive medical care for over 600 children and 300 staff in a 24/7 camp health center.
- Managed medication administration, triage, and emergency response for pediatric and staff populations.
- Collaborate with physicians and camp leadership to maintain a safe, healthy camp environment.
- Prevent the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Mobile Healthcare Provider
Science 37
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Conduct decentralized clinical research visits and assessments.
- Ensure protocol adherence, data accuracy, and patient safety in mobile settings.
- Manage laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
- Assist in data collection and analysis using statistical software to ensure accurate results.
Registered Nurse
Bayada Health Care
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Deliver nursing care in elementary and high school settings.
- Conduct telephone triage and support flu vaccination clinics.
- Acute care outpatient and physician offices.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Adjunct Professor / Clinical Assistant, Medical Assisting Program
Esperanza College of Eastern University
08.2014 - 12.2022
- Serve as Clinical Externship Coordinator and provide academic advising, career coaching, and student retention support.
- Mentored students in research methodologies and academic writing techniques.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and constructive feedback.
- Taught medical terminology, introduction to medical assisting, and phlebotomy courses, providing instruction to up to 10 undergraduate students per class.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Clinical Liaison Manager
Main Line Health – Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2010
- Evaluated patient referrals and coordinated the admission process.
- Built strong relationships with healthcare teams to support patient transitions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans and discharge processes.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation services, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
- Developed and maintained relationships with referral sources to ensure seamless patient transitions.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, diagnoses, prognoses, medications, and treatment goals to determine eligibility for specific programs or services.
Clinical Liaison Manager
Kindred Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Performed clinical evaluations and presented program benefits to referring providers.
- Monitored patient progress and communicated updates to healthcare providers, ensuring continuity of care.
- Implemented strategies to improve patient satisfaction and engagement during rehabilitation journeys.
- Served as a liaison between patients and their insurance providers, advocating for coverage of necessary treatments and services.
Case Manager / Infusion RN
Home Health Care Resources
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Managed complex home care cases and performed IV infusions and patient education.
Critical Care RN
Favorite Nursing Agency
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Provided nursing care in multiple specialties including ICU, trauma, coronary care, PACU, oncology, geriatrics, and behavioral health.
Registered Nurse
Kremer Laser Eye Center
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Pre/post-op education and patient monitoring.
Registered Nurse
Bayada Nurses
01.2001 - 01.2003
- AbiCor Heart Transplant RN.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Hahnemann University Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Critical Care RN.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Temple East Hospital
01.1991 - 01.2001
- ICU RN, Cardiac Cath Lab Circulator, Code Team, Charge Nurse, Evening Supervisor.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
AMR Ambulance
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Critical Care Transport RN.
Registered Nurse
US Homecare
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Home Infusion RN.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL12-2025
RN Diploma - Nursing
Northeastern Hospital School of Nursing
Philadelphia, PA05-1991
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient care management
- Patient education
- Comprehensive patient evaluation
- Infection prevention strategies
- Wound management
- Call prioritization
- Health promotion strategies
- EMR/EHR implementation expertise
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Mental Health First Aid
- Pennsylvania Nursing Association (PNA)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University of Pennsylvania – Student Health & Counseling Center
10.2023 - 11.2025
Mobile Healthcare Provider
Science 37
10.2023 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse
Camp Westmont
06.2023 - 08.2025
Registered Nurse
Bayada Health Care
06.2022 - 01.2025
Adjunct Professor / Clinical Assistant, Medical Assisting Program
Esperanza College of Eastern University
08.2014 - 12.2022
Clinical Liaison Manager
Main Line Health – Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2010
Clinical Liaison Manager
Kindred Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2007
Case Manager / Infusion RN
Home Health Care Resources
01.2003 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse
Kremer Laser Eye Center
01.2003 - 01.2005
Critical Care RN
Favorite Nursing Agency
01.2002 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse
Bayada Nurses
01.2001 - 01.2003
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Hahnemann University Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2002
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
AMR Ambulance
01.1996 - 01.1998
Registered Nurse
US Homecare
01.1992 - 01.1994
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Temple East Hospital
01.1991 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Chamberlain University
RN Diploma - Nursing
Northeastern Hospital School of Nursing