Krystle Maldonado
Kearny,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Informatics Analyst with proven expertise in data analysis and team collaboration at Hackensack Meridian Health. Successfully optimized clinical workflows and enhanced patient care through innovative informatics solutions. Skilled in database management and effective communication, driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Passionate about leveraging technology to improve healthcare outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Informatics Analyst
Hackensack Meridian Health
03.2022 - Current
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement by staying abreast with emerging trends and best practices in the field of clinical informatics.
- Participated in the selection process for new technology vendors, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and needs.
- Conducted thorough testing of newly implemented informatics solutions to confirm functionality before full-scale deployment in a clinical setting.
- Developed custom reports to monitor key performance indicators, driving continuous improvements in care delivery processes.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on new clinical informatics tools, increasing overall efficiency and productivity.
- Optimized data accuracy, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of patient records.
- Conducted comprehensive data analyses to identify trends and areas for improvement in patient care delivery.
- Developed effective communication channels among various stakeholders involved in the implementation of clinical informatics initiatives, resulting in better collaboration and decisionmaking.
- Assisted with regulatory compliance efforts, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
- Evaluated new technologies and made recommendations for adoption based on potential impact on healthcare operations.
- Provided ongoing technical support to clinicians using informatics tools, resolving issues quickly to minimize disruptions in patient care delivery.
- Implemented system upgrades and optimizations, reducing downtime while improving overall system performance.
- Served as a liaison between clinical staff and IT departments, ensuring seamless integration of informatics solutions into daily workflows.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop evidence-based practices for improved clinical outcomes.
- Streamlined data management for better decision-making by developing efficient clinical information workflows.
- Supported corporate objectives and applied team feedback to develop and implement information system strategy.
- Worked closely with subject matter experts to develop solutions and improvements for clinical systems.
- Researched and validated clinical data.
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health
09.2011 - 03.2022
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Ensured continuity of care during staffing shortages or emergencies by offering flexible availability for additional shifts when needed.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best practices in patient care through participation in ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Set up for procedures such as Chest tube, Intubation, etc.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Health Care Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Arizona06-2025
Diploma - Patient Care Technician
Berkeley College
New Jersey 07-2011
Diploma -
Lyndhurst High School
Lyndhurst, NJ06-2010
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Medical terminology
- Data analysis expertise
- Database management
- Communication and presentation
- Interoperability standards understanding
- Data visualization techniques
- Software development experience
- Clinical workflow optimization
- Google Suite Tools
- User interface design
- Healthcare IT
- HIPAA compliance awareness
- Artificial intelligence insights
- Clinical decision support systems
- System integration planning
Accomplishments
I am a Epic certified Clinical Informaticist and has obtained NHA’s Certified Patient Care Technician following completion of the Patient Care Technician program at Berkeley College. In my 14 years at Hackensack Meridian Health her roles have included emergency department ancillary support, new user epic training and clinical informatics analysis. I has previously represented her team in presenting at NJDVHIMSS Regional Conference, XGM (Twice), and Google.
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Patient Care Technician Certified
- EKG Certified
- Phlebotomy Certified
- HIMSS Certified
- EPIC Clinical Informatic Certified
- EPIC STORK Trainer Credentialed
- EPIC CLIN DOC Trainer Credentialed
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Informatics Analyst
Hackensack Meridian Health
03.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health
09.2011 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Health Care Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Diploma - Patient Care Technician
Berkeley College
Diploma -
Lyndhurst High School
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