Andrea Teleso

Hello,

My name is Andrea. With over 13 years of diverse nursing experience, I bring a strong clinical foundation and a passion for integrating technology to enhance patient outcomes. My background spans multiple specialties, including rehabilitation, medical-surgical, telemetry, cardiac, progressive care, critical care, dialysis, and extensive experience in emergency and trauma nursing.

For the past 3.5 years, I have served in the operating room—most recently as the night shift charge nurse at Sentara, where I have successfully implemented multiple quality and process improvement initiatives. I am skilled in conducting quality audits, identifying workflow gaps, and using data-driven insights to improve efficiency and safety. As a detail-oriented and fast learner, I excel at bridging the gap between clinical practice and technology, empowering nurses and interdisciplinary teams to leverage informatics solutions that support evidence-based care and improve operational performance.

Thank you for your consideration.

Professional Skills Summary

I bring a strong combination of clinical expertise and informatics proficiency that supports evidence-based decision-making, process improvement, and patient-centered care. My skill set includes expertise in EPIC electronic health record (EHR) systems, with hands-on experience performing quality audits, workflow optimization, and data validation within perioperative and acute care environments. I am proficient in the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) methodology, change management principles, and Agile project frameworks, enabling me to lead and support continuous improvement initiatives effectively.

Clinically, I hold advanced trauma certification (TNCC) and have extensive experience in emergency, trauma, and operating room nursing, emphasizing patient safety, clinical decision-making, and the nursing process. My strong team-building, professional communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities allow me to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams and ensure successful project implementation and adoption of informatics solutions.

In addition, I possess advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams, supporting data analysis, presentation development, and project documentation. This blend of clinical expertise, informatics knowledge, and leadership acumen allows me to effectively bridge the gap between frontline nursing and technology innovation to enhance healthcare delivery and outcomes.

Education Summary

I recently earned my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in Nursing Informatics from Chamberlain University, graduating with High Distinction. My practicum was completed at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, where I focused on clinical workflow optimization, data integration, and technology-driven quality improvement initiatives. To further enhance my leadership and strategic management skills, I am currently pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership, which will complement my MSN and is expected to be completed by April 25, 2026. Additionally, I have completed the Certified Healthcare Data Analytics Professional (CHDAP) program through 4MedPro, strengthening my expertise in healthcare data analytics, informatics, and evidence-based decision support. My family and I will be relocating to Illinois by November 15, 2025, where I look forward to advancing my career in clinical informatics and healthcare leadership.