Emily Calvert Christensen
About Emily Calvert Christensen
Emily Calvert Christensen serves as the Clinical Quality Improvement Manager at Intermountain Healthcare, where she has worked since 2015. With a background in nursing and experience in pediatric emergency care, she advocates for children in hospitals and focuses on optimizing clinical staff workflows with electronic medical records.
Work at Intermountain Healthcare
Emily Calvert Christensen has been employed at Intermountain Healthcare since 2015, currently holding the position of Clinical Quality Improvement Manager. In this role, she focuses on enhancing clinical quality and optimizing workflows within the organization. Prior to her current position, she served as a Registered Nurse - Shift Coordinator for 13 years, where she gained extensive experience in patient care and operational management. Additionally, she worked for three years in a pediatric emergency department, further solidifying her expertise in pediatric care.
Education and Expertise
Emily Calvert Christensen has a solid educational background in nursing. She earned her Associate of Nursing from Northern Virginia Community College, completing her studies from 1999 to 2001. She then obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Phoenix, studying from 2004 to 2006. Furthering her education, she achieved a Master's degree in Nursing Leadership from Western Governors University, where she studied from 2014 to 2017. This educational foundation supports her current role in clinical quality improvement.
Background
Emily Calvert Christensen began her career in healthcare as a Pharmacy Technician at Kaiser Permanente, where she worked for two years from 1998 to 2000 in Falls Church, Virginia. After this initial experience, she transitioned to nursing, starting her journey at Intermountain Healthcare in 2002. Her diverse background in both pharmacy and nursing has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare operations and patient care.
Advocacy for Children in Healthcare
Emily Calvert Christensen advocates for children when they are hospitalized. Her experience in pediatric emergency care has informed her commitment to ensuring that the needs of young patients are met effectively. This advocacy is a crucial aspect of her work, as she strives to improve the quality of care provided to children in healthcare settings.
Implementation of Electronic Medical Records
In her current role at Intermountain Healthcare, Emily Calvert Christensen has been involved in the implementation of the organization's new electronic medical record (EMR) system. This initiative aims to optimize the workflow of physicians and clinical staff, enhancing the efficiency of patient care processes. Her contributions to this project reflect her commitment to improving healthcare delivery through technology.