Ms. Hannah Rempel | Media Disaster Coverage | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Hannah Rempel , University of Alberta, Canada 

Hannah Rempel is a seasoned healthcare leader with a passion for nurturing positive change in healthcare settings. With a Master of Nursing in Leadership and extensive experience in various healthcare roles, including Clinical Operations Manager and Unit Manager, she has demonstrated expertise in leadership, change management, and quality improvement. Her commitment to environmental sustainability and patient safety is evident through her initiatives, such as establishing an Environmental Sustainability Committee and leading quality improvement projects. With a focus on collaboration and team development, she has facilitated staff training, implemented cultural sensitivity programs, and spearheaded quality improvement initiatives. Through her published work and active involvement in professional organizations, Hannah continues to inspire positive change in healthcare, ensuring better outcomes for patients and staff alike.

Professional Profiles:

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🎓 Education:

• Master of Nursing in Leadership, University of Alberta, April 2023
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Alberta, April 2007
• Bachelor of Arts in Spirituality, Rocky Mountain College, 1997
• Registered Nurse Diploma, University of Alberta School of Nursing, 1992

🏥 Employment Experience:

• Clinical Operations Manager, Vernon Jubilee Hospital (Interior Health North Okanagan)

  • Leads initiatives in staffing, quality improvement, and psychological safety.
  • Successfully managed various projects, including pandemic response and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Established cultural sensitivity programs and enhanced staff safety protocols.

• Unit Manager, University of Alberta Hospital (Alberta Health Services)

  • Demonstrated strong leadership in aligning with organizational initiatives.
  • Successfully revamped recruitment processes and led quality improvement projects.
  • Played a pivotal role in the implementation of electronic health record systems.

• Clinical Quality Improvement Consultant, Alberta Health Services

  • Participated in numerous quality improvement initiatives at various levels.
  • Led projects addressing patient flow, medicine process improvement, and patient safety concerns.

• Project Manager, Stollery Children’s Hospital

  • Demonstrated leadership and project management skills in improving medication reconciliation processes.

📚 Professional Development:

• LEADS trained
• Prosci Change Management Certification
• Patient Safety Trainer Certification
• Quality Healthcare Improvement Certificates
• Indigenous Awareness Certificate and Blanket Ceremony participant