ELLEN G. BRUCE
Brunswick,ME
Summary
Regional healthcare executive with expertise in clinical informatics and nursing leadership, skilled in optimizing operations across multi-site systems. Proven track record in enhancing workforce engagement through strategic initiatives.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Director, Clinical Informatics
MaineHealth
03.2026 - Current
- Led regional informatics strategy implementation across multiple sites
- Aligned workflows to optimize data strategy integration across systems.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with leadership teams to align regional goals with organizational objectives.
- Led regional operations for healthcare services across MaineHealth facilities.
Manager, Clinical Informatics & Application Support
Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick, USA
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Streamlined communication between departments to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations during leadership transition, ensuring continuity of care.
- Developed strategic plans aligned with hospital goals and objectives.
- Evaluated staff performance, delivering regular constructive feedback.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to achieve timely and successful outcomes.
- Facilitated training programs for new staff on hospital protocols.
Director, Clinical Informatics & Application Support
Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick, USA
01.2021 - 11.2025
- Directed informatics strategy to optimize EMR functionality and user experience.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to refine informatics and application support model.
- Oversaw departmental budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to elevate service delivery standards.
Director of Nursing Education
Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick, USA
01.2021 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented education and workforce development initiatives to enhance nursing skills and knowledge
- Oversaw nursing staff to ensure compliance with hospital policies and standards.
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols to enhance patient care quality.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient treatment plans effectively.
Interim Chief Nursing Officer
Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick, USA
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Led nursing staff in implementing patient care protocols, enhancing patient safety and care quality.
- Managed nursing operations to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation for nursing departments, optimizing resource utilization and support for quality care.
- Collaborated with hospital leadership to develop strategic healthcare initiatives.
Maternity Director
Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick, ME
01.2016 - 12.2021
- Directed daily operations to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed budgeting, staffing, and scheduling for efficient daily operations.
- Monitored staffing patterns to maintain consistent coverage.
- Coordinated with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare staff for seamless labor and delivery unit operations.
Clinical Informatics Supervisor
Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick, ME
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Supervised daily operations in informatics department, ensuring quality service delivery, proper utilization of EMR.
- Trained new staff on hospital protocols and safety procedures to maintain compliance.
- Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency in EMR.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Nursing Informatics Specialist
Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick, Maine
01.2012 - 12.2015
Emergency Department Leadership and Staff RN
Mid Coast Hospital
Brunswick, ME
01.1998 - 12.2012
- Triage patients to assess urgency and prioritize care needs effectively.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, utilizing critical thinking skills efficiently.
- Supervised charge nurse responsibilities to ensure seamless operations.
Education
Post-Masters Certificate - Nursing Leadership And Management
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2018
MSN - Healthcare Informatics
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN04-2013
BSN - Nursing Science
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME05-1995
Doctor of Nursing Practice - In Progress
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN06-2026
Skills
- Clinical informatics
- Informatics strategy
- Quality & Safety
- Change management
- Strategic Planning
- Clinical Leadership
- Clinical Training
- Workforce Engagement
- Financial management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Leadership change
Affiliations
- AONL
- HIMSS
- OMNL
- NENIC
Certification
- CNML
- NI-BC
Core Leadership Capabilities
- Executive Nursing Leadership
- Clinical Informatics Strategy
- Strategic Planning
- Quality & Safety
- Workforce Engagement
- Nursing Education
- Change Leadership
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Financial Stewardship
Timeline
Regional Director, Clinical Informatics
MaineHealth
03.2026 - Current
Manager, Clinical Informatics & Application Support
Mid Coast Hospital
11.2025 - 03.2026
Interim Chief Nursing Officer
Mid Coast Hospital
12.2024 - 01.2025
Director, Clinical Informatics & Application Support
Mid Coast Hospital
01.2021 - 11.2025
Director of Nursing Education
Mid Coast Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2025
Maternity Director
Mid Coast Hospital
01.2016 - 12.2021
Clinical Informatics Supervisor
Mid Coast Hospital
01.2016 - 12.2016
Nursing Informatics Specialist
Mid Coast Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2015
Emergency Department Leadership and Staff RN
Mid Coast Hospital
01.1998 - 12.2012
Post-Masters Certificate - Nursing Leadership And Management
Walden University
MSN - Healthcare Informatics
Walden University
BSN - Nursing Science
University of Southern Maine
Doctor of Nursing Practice - In Progress
Walden University