Ann Ellinger
About Ann Ellinger
Ann Ellinger is a Circulating Nurse specializing in surgery at Intermountain Health in Grand Junction, Colorado. She has a diverse educational background, including degrees in Registered Nursing, Literature, Art History, and Massage Therapy.
Work at Intermountain Healthcare
Ann Ellinger currently serves as a Circulating Nurse in the Surgery department at Intermountain Health. She has been in this role since 2023, contributing her skills and expertise in Grand Junction, Colorado. Her responsibilities include coordinating surgical procedures and ensuring patient safety during operations.
Education and Expertise
Ann Ellinger has a diverse educational background. She studied Registered Nursing at Colorado Mesa University, where she earned an Associate's degree in 2015. Currently, she is pursuing further education in Perioperative/Operating Room and Surgical Nursing through AORN, which she began in 2023. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Literature and Art History from the University of Vermont, completed in 1989.
Background
Before transitioning to the healthcare field, Ann Ellinger worked as a Senior Marketing Coordinator at Chaco, Inc. from 1999 to 2009. This role involved managing marketing strategies and campaigns for the company. She also has training in Massage Therapy, having studied at the Utah College of Massage Therapy, where she achieved her LMT certification in 1994.
Professional Development
Ann Ellinger is committed to ongoing professional development in the nursing field. She is currently studying at AORN to specialize in Perioperative Nursing. This education is aimed at enhancing her skills and knowledge in surgical nursing practices, which aligns with her current role at Intermountain Health.