Danielle Wood
Summary
Driven Clinical Informatics Manager with a proven track record at Dignity Health, specializing in EHR management and project management. Excelled in implementing health IT solutions, enhancing team performance, and fostering stakeholder coordination. Demonstrated expertise in Cerner clinical workflow and effective problem-solving, significantly improving healthcare outcomes and user adoption. Emphasis on clinical outcomes but also a key driver for patient experience and quality initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Informatics Manager
Dignity Health St Joseph's Medical Center
2021.10 - 2024.08
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Planned/developed/implemented/maintained/evaluated health IT solutions. Provided leadership in implementing plans to maintain and revise components of informatics programs, created opportunities for professional development and implement special projects, training programs, etc.
- Managed a team of informatics according to established plan for optimizing user experience and adoption of workflow in the facility. Assisted unit managers and directors in adopting new technology and workflows while meeting regulatory and quality guidelines.
- Provided expertise as a change agent and project management expert for new innovation. Utilized change management strategies throughout the planning and implementation process to ensure end user success and adoption.
- Responsible for required internal and external communication.
- Liaison with Kaiser Permanente to optimize work flows and access for their on-site and remote support staff.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Patient experience rounder
Ancillary Clinical Informaticist
Dignity Health
2016.04 - 2021.10
- Defined and described relationships between clinical workflows, guidelines, care plans, pathways and decision support to improve healthcare outcomes.
- Provided guidance in development, implementation and maintenance of company clinical information system.
- Worked closely with subject matter experts to develop solutions and improvements for clinical systems.
- Led Cerner implementation of the ancillary care departments (Care Coordination, Respiratory Therapy, Dietary, Pastoral Care, Rehab services)
Clincial Informaticst
Dignity Health
2011.01 - 2016.04
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Developed and implemented Meditech 6x with emphasis on scheduling, registration, and ancillary services.
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Informatics
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03.2014
Associate of Science - Ultrasound Technology
Western Career College
Sacramento, CA11.2007
Skills
- Project Management
- EHR Management
- Health Information Systems/Interface Applications
- Cerner clinical workflow
- Root cause analysis of patient safety incidents
- Strong collaborative skills/stakeholder coordination
- Performance monitoring
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Critical thinking and decision making
- Detail oriented
Timeline
Clinical Informatics Manager
Dignity Health St Joseph's Medical Center
2021.10 - 2024.08
Ancillary Clinical Informaticist
Dignity Health
2016.04 - 2021.10
Clincial Informaticst
Dignity Health
2011.01 - 2016.04
Master of Science - Healthcare Informatics
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Ultrasound Technology
Western Career College
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