Evelina Saga Björkman
About Evelina Saga Björkman
Evelina Saga Björkman is a software developer currently employed at Telavox in Malmö, Sweden, where she focuses on the CRM and invoicing system. She transitioned from a career in healthcare, leveraging her nursing experience to excel in software development and promote effective communication and collaboration in her work environment.
Work at Telavox
Evelina Saga Björkman has been employed at Telavox as a Software Developer since 2017. In her role, she works within the DevOps department, focusing on the CRM and invoicing system. Her responsibilities include managing the entire process from identifying the root cause of feature requests to their implementation. She adopts an agile approach to development, frequently delivering new features and addressing issues such as data cleanup and bug fixes. Her work emphasizes clear communication and collaboration, contributing to a thriving work environment.
Education and Expertise
Evelina has a diverse educational background that includes a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Lund University, completed between 2009 and 2012. She has also studied various programming and technology-related subjects, including Programming in C# and eHealth from Malmö University and Linnaeus University, respectively. Her studies in mobile game programming at Malmö Yrkeshögskola and eHealth in a nursing perspective at BTH further enhance her expertise in both healthcare and software development.
Background in Healthcare
Before transitioning to software development, Evelina Saga Björkman built a substantial career in healthcare. She worked as a Registered Nurse at Region Skåne from 2012 to 2015 and briefly at Adecco Norge in 2015. Her experience also includes roles as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Lund and as a Student Representative at Malmö Yrkeshögskola. Currently, she continues to work as a Registered Nurse at The National Board of Health and Welfare, a position she has held since 2012.
Career Transition to Software Development
Evelina transitioned from a career in healthcare to software development, leveraging her skills in leadership and prioritization gained as a nurse. This transition allowed her to apply her healthcare knowledge to technology projects, particularly in areas related to eHealth. Her ability to balance intense work energy with periods of rest reflects her understanding of the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Professional Philosophy and Values
Evelina values kindness and understanding in her professional interactions, advocating for treating others as they wish to be treated. She believes in the philosophy of achieving the 'most bang for the buck' by focusing on the simplest and most effective solutions to problems. Her commitment to clear communication and collaboration supports her goal of creating a productive and positive work environment.