Grace Pompilio-Weitzner
Great Barrington,MA
Summary
Accomplished Nursing Informatics Specialist with leadership experience, adept at optimizing clinical workflows and enhancing EHR utilization. Successfully led strategic initiatives. Expert in project management and communication, fostering team collaboration and professional development. Proven ability to integrate informatics tools seamlessly into healthcare practices.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Informatics Specialist, Per Diem
Winchester Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Analyzes clinical workflows to identify opportunities for system optimization and improved data management.
- Collaborates with nursing staff to assess training needs and enhance electronic health record (EHR) utilization.
- Supports implementation of new informatics tools, ensuring seamless integration into daily nursing practices.
- Develops training materials and conducts sessions to promote effective use of informatics systems.
Manager, Nursing Informatics
Winchester Hospital
06.2010 - 02.2024
- Led a team of Nurse Informaticists in supporting all electronic documentation system throughout Winchester Hospital
- Implemented strategic initiatives (including Computerized Provider Order Entry) to improve departmental efficiency and resource allocation.
- Successfully managed multiple clinical projects, completed on-time and on-budget, including CPOE, Zynx Health Evidence Based Order sets, and Medication Reconciliation.
- Project Manager for key IT/QA initiatives including Joint Commission Requirements and Pay for Performance Indicators.
- Mentored staff on best practices, fostering professional development and team collaboration.
Manager, Clinical Informatics
Emerson Hospital
09.2004 - 05.2010
Clinical Specialist
Clinician Support Technology
02.2001 - 07.2004
Clinical Nurse IV
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital
09.1983 - 05.2001
- Provided care to critically ill neonates and their families in collaboration with an interdisciplinary healthcare team in a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Responded to changes in patient conditions, optimizing care delivery and outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
Education
Master of Healthcare Administration -
Simmons College
Boston, MA05-2011
Certificate - Healthcare Informatics
Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts, MA01-2006
Bachelor of Science -
Boston University School of Nursing
Boston, MA05-1983
Skills
- Leadership: Held multiple leadership positions and managed diverse teams
- Project Management: Managed and implemented multiple projects in the clinical setting
- Expert clinical and communication skills, including extensive writing for readers at lower literacy levels
Timeline
Nursing Informatics Specialist, Per Diem
Winchester Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Manager, Nursing Informatics
Winchester Hospital
06.2010 - 02.2024
Manager, Clinical Informatics
Emerson Hospital
09.2004 - 05.2010
Clinical Specialist
Clinician Support Technology
02.2001 - 07.2004
Clinical Nurse IV
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital
09.1983 - 05.2001
Master of Healthcare Administration -
Simmons College
Certificate - Healthcare Informatics
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science -
Boston University School of Nursing
Publications
Safran C, Pompilio-Weitzner G, Emery KD, Hampers L. A Medical eHealth Program: An Analysis of Benefits to Users and Non-Users. AMIA Annu
Symp Proc. 2005; 659-63. PMID: 1679122
Safran C, Pompilio-Weitzner G, Emery KD, Hampers L. Collaborative Approaches to e-Health: Valuable for Users and Non-Users. Stud Health Tech Inform. 2005; 116: 879-84. PMID: 16160369
Gray JE, Safran C, Davis RB, Pompilio-Weitzner G, Stewart J, Zaccagnini L, Pursley D, Baby CareLink: Using the Internet and Telemedicine to improved care for High-Risk Infants. Pediatrics. 2000 Dec; 106(6): 1318-24. PMID: 11099583
Gray J, Pompilio-Weitzner G, Jones PC, Wang Q, Coriat M, Safran C. Baby CareLink: Development and Implementation of a WWW-based system for neonatal home telemedicine. Proc AMIA Symp. 1998; 351-55. PMID: 9929240