Stephanie Alber
9515 Vinewood Lane, Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Experienced nursing leader with 12 years of progressive responsibility in behavioral health, crisis intervention, and cross-functional team leadership. Proven success in building community partnerships, advancing trauma-informed care, and improving access to behavioral health services. Adept at developing programs, mentoring staff, and aligning clinical operations with strategic goals to support population health and community well-being.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Clinical Manager- Psych Emergency Dept.
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
05.2022 - Current
- Cultivated strong partnerships with local mental health agencies, school systems, and crisis response teams to streamline care transitions and strengthen referral networks.
- Led initiatives to reduce gaps in care for at-risk youth, including protocol development for community-based safety planning and post-discharge coordination.
- Hired and mentored interdisciplinary staff to ensure alignment with trauma-informed and culturally responsive care principles.
- Oversaw compliance and quality improvement efforts with a focus on equitable, patient-centered outcomes.
- Partnered with city and hospital-based coalitions to advocate for systemic improvements in pediatric behavioral health services.
Safety Care Lead
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
12.2020 - Current
- Organized and facilitated hospital-wide training in trauma-informed crisis prevention, reaching more than 250 staff annually.
- Created tailored modules to meet the unique needs of community-facing staff and first responders.
- Mentored new instructors to promote consistency in prevention strategy and behavioral health education across care settings.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse- Psych ED
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Joint Commission Chart Audit Champion
- Developed individualized behavioral care plans focused on community integration and outpatient follow-up.
- Acted as liaison between hospital care teams and external mental health agencies, including community-based therapists and wraparound services.
- Served on interdisciplinary teams focused on suicide prevention, safety planning, and discharge coordination for high-risk youth.
Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
09.2015 - 02.2020
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Medical/ Surgical Registered Nurse
UC Health Memorial Hospital Central
03.2013 - 09.2015
- NIH Stroke Certification, New Graduate Program Completion
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments on newly admitted patients to establish baseline data for ongoing care planning.
- Managed complex medication regimens for up to 7 patients simultaneously while ensuring accuracy in administration and timely delivery of prescribed treatments.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
MGA Homecare
11.2012 - 03.2013
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Participated in continuous education to remain current with pediatric nursing best practices, directly impacting patient care quality.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Medical Missionary
NOAH NY/ Haitian American Alliance
05.2012 - 05.2012
- Providing under served Haitian communities with surgical and routine medical care in collaboration with Howard University medical students, providers, and surgeons.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Systems
Regis University
Denver, Colorado08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Beth-El College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Colorado Springs, CO05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literature
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2007
Skills
- Behavioral Health Program Development
- Community & Interagency Collaboration
- Trauma-Informed Systems of Care
- Cross-Disciplinary Partnership Building
- Team Leadership & Coaching
- Crisis Intervention & Prevention
- Health Equity and Access
- Strategic Planning and Policy
Community Leadership and Collaboration
- Behavioral Health Coalition Council Member, City of Colorado Springs
- CHCO Behavioral Health Council & Restraint Oversight Committee Member
- Behavioral Health Unit Advisor, CHCO – Committees: M1 Hold, Care Planning, Restraints
- Behavioral Assistance Response Team (BART) Lead, CHCO
- Parent Teacher Organization Board – Fundraising Coordinator, Classical Academy | 2020–2023
- Youth Mental Health Advocacy Collaborator, Ongoing partnerships with local schools and nonprofits
Affiliations
- American Psychiatric Nurses Association Member
- Behavioral Health Unit Council Member- CHCO- System of Care
- Restraint Oversight Committee Member- CHCO- System of Care
- Behavioral Health Coalition Council Member- City of Colorado Springs
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Colorado State License
- Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) – Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
- CPR/AED/BLS – Active
- Safety Care Instructor Certification
- NCLEX-RN – Passed 2012
- Mental Health First Aid
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Clinical Manager- Psych Emergency Dept.
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
05.2022 - Current
Safety Care Lead
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
12.2020 - Current
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse- Psych ED
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
02.2020 - 05.2022
Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
09.2015 - 02.2020
Medical/ Surgical Registered Nurse
UC Health Memorial Hospital Central
03.2013 - 09.2015
Pediatric Registered Nurse
MGA Homecare
11.2012 - 03.2013
Medical Missionary
NOAH NY/ Haitian American Alliance
05.2012 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Systems
Regis University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Beth-El College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literature
Colorado State University
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