Carla Siemens

My substantive role since 2012

• Administered medications through intravenous lines using infusion pumps, ensuring accurate dosage and patient safety.
• Assisted in triaging patients upon arrival, evaluating symptoms to prioritize care based on urgency and medical necessity.
• Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
• On top of my clinical work I also manage the equipment and consumables required by our large emergency department
• Managed ED resources effectively, ensuring adequate staffing levels and proper distribution of medical supplies during peak hours.

• Identified potential project risks with thorough analysis of processes.
• Prepared project reports by compiling data and feedback from stakeholders.
• Documented lessons learned to inform future project planning and execution.
• Developed risk management plans, proactively addressing challenges.
• Led the department through major infrastructure changes in the live environment ensuring staff and patient safety was the utmost priorty.
• Collaborated with team members, gathering input for project improvements.
• Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
• Facilitated successful project outcomes by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.

• Worked as part of the Digital Health Clinical Services team to provide support to clinical staff working with integrated electronic medical records
• Maintained communication between state governing bodies and local end users on upcoming changes and issues
• Streamlined workflows for improved efficiency, customizing clinical application configurations to meet user needs.
• Championed end-user satisfaction through continuous support, addressing concerns regarding application usability or functionality promptly and effectively.
• Collaborated with IT and clinical teams to ensure seamless integration of new software into existing systems.

• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare environment by monitoring infection control practices and advocating for necessary improvements.
• Conducted audits of medical records to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall standard of patient care throughout the facility.
• Conducted regular evaluation of staffing needs, making recommendations for adjustments to ensure appropriate allocation of resources and optimal patient care delivery.
• Helped to prepare the department for the incoming COVID-19 pandemic

• Facilitated the flow of patients entering the hospital and ensured patients were allocated to the safest available locations.
• Managed increased escalation levels and worked with Directors during periods of reduced capacity to ensure patient safety