| Robert Harrison Clinical Decision Support Analyst, RN LinkedIn Profile | robbhar@gmail.com • (303) 905-7271 • Aurora, CO, 80015 |
Accomplished and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in leveraging data-driven insights to enhance healthcare decision-making processes, as well as developing and implementing clinical decision support systems to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare workflows. Instrumental in leading integration and implementation of cutting-edge Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. Expert in enhancing healthcare delivery through innovative technology solutions while aligning with healthcare standards and meeting clinician and patient needs. Excels at determining success metrics for EHR implementations to drive continuous improvement and user satisfaction. Proven track record in negotiating with vendors to secure optimal terms for system enhancements in all phases of project lifecycle.
Areas of Expertise
| Problem Resolution Electronic Medical Records Project Management | Systems Analysis Technical Requirements Clinical Decision Support | Team Leadership/Training Continuous Improvement Contractual Negotiations |
Professional Experience
University of Colorado Health, Aurora, CO 2006 – 2024
System Architect | RN, Clinical Decision Support | Vendor Lead, Epic 2016 – 2024
Lead coordination of multiple IT and Clinical teams to seamlessly integrate and implement comprehensive Electronic Health Record (EHR) solutions, while aligning with healthcare standards and user requirements. Determine success metrics for EHR implementations to gauge effectiveness and drive continuous improvement. Conduct extensive research through focus groups to understand clinician preferences, shaping the development of user-centric EHR interfaces. Play pivotal role in gathering technical requirements and negotiating contracts with vendors to secure optimal terms for EHR system enhancements. Serve as a nurse informaticist to provide critical input across all project phases from functional requirements definition to leading technical teams towards successful EHR implementations. Supervise exploration and integration of new technologies within EHR system to enhance healthcare delivery and patient care. Present complex solutions to multidisciplinary committees to facilitate informed decision-making and stakeholder buy-in.
- Led clinical decision support vendor applications within Epic to set benchmark for excellence in EHR solution development.
- Directed Epic AgileMD Pathways project, demonstrating exceptional project management and leadership skills in delivering innovative healthcare solutions.
- Appointed as the ACR Select AI lead, pioneering integration of artificial intelligence in radiology to significantly enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
- Innovated healthcare industry by designing and implementing the first morphine equivalent dose calculator in Epic, significantly improving pain management protocols and patient safety.
- Developed and rolled out comprehensive prescription drug monitoring program in Epic to address the critical need for controlled substance, tracking and reducing the risk of prescription drug abuse.
- Directed development of a COVID treatment plan CDS, providing critical support in response to the global pandemic and enhancing treatment protocols through innovative IT solutions.
Senior Systems Analyst, RN, Epic Beacon 2012 – 2016
Designed and established workflow processes for UCHealth’s Project Management Office (PMO), enhancing project delivery and operational efficiency. Conducted comprehensive analysis and documentation of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, contributing to the optimization of healthcare IT solutions. Leveraged SQL data sources to build sophisticated queries and routines for reports, demonstrating advanced technical skills and a commitment to data-driven decision-making.
- Earned SQL certification from UCHealth, recognizing proficiency in managing and manipulating complex databases to support healthcare operations and reporting needs.
- Distinguished as a member of various HL7 committees, contributing to the development of healthcare standards and practices that promote data interoperability and improve patient care outcomes.
System Analyst, RN, Elekta Mosaiq and Allscripts 2006 – 2012
Directed comprehensive project management for six years, focusing on the implementation of Allscripts, Mosaiq, and Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. Expertly collected and analyzed pre, mid, and post-implementation data to evaluate project outcomes and ensure continual improvement in deployment strategies. Demonstrated commitment to advancing healthcare IT by actively engaging in research projects and contributing to professional publications.
- Achieved distinction as one of the first certified nurse informaticists in Colorado, highlighting a pioneering role in integration of nursing practice with informatics.
- Designed and implemented a Project Management Office (PMO) workflow for UCHealth to enhance project oversight and execution efficiency.
- Recognized as an Arden programmer, contributing to development of advanced clinical decision support (CDS) systems to improve patient care.
Additional Experience
Medical Policy and Review Consultant
Affiliated Computer Solutions
Registered Nurse, Emergency, Intensive Care, Medical Surgical
Community Hospital, Grand Junction, CO | Denver Health, Denver, CO | King Faisal Specialist Hospital, Riyadh. KSA | Children’s Hospital, Aurora, CO
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Management of Information Systems | Kennedy Western University, Casper, WY
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems | University of Phoenix, Centennial, CO
Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Mesa College, Grand Junction, CO
Associate’s Degree in Nursing | Mesa State College, Grand Junction, CO
Publications
- Soares, Andrey & Jenders, Robert & Harrison, Robert & Schilling, Lisa. (2021). A Comparison of Arden Syntax and Clinical Quality Language as Knowledge Representation Formalisms for Clinical Decision Support. Applied clinical informatics. 12. 495-506. 10.1055/s-0041-1731001.
- Trinkley, Katy & Blakeslee, Weston & Matlock, Daniel & Kao, David & Matre, Amanda & Harrison, Robert & Larson, Cynthia & Kostman, Nic & Nelson, Jennifer & Lin, Ct & Malone, Daniel. (2019). Clinician preferences for computerized clinical decision support for medications in primary care: A focus group study. BMJ Health & Care Informatics. 26. 0.4. 10.1136/bmjhci-2019-000015.
- Robert Harrison, 2006. Dissertation: EDIS Use Comparison Between Trauma Levels 1 through 4
Licenses & Certifications
Epic Beacon, Epic BPA Badge, Epic Advanced Beacon
Project Management
CDS Vendors | FHIR Implementation | AgileMD Pathways | ACR Select Radiology AI | Epic Beacon Team | Impac Mosaiq | Allscripts